16 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week · May 28–31, 2026

Arts & Culture

UpDating at Raleigh Improv

Stand-up comedy show at the Raleigh Improv for a Thursday night laugh.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 7:00 PM · Raleigh Improv, Raleigh

The Comedy Game Show at ComedyWorx

Top local comics do stand-up and compete in games in a unique game show format — something for everyone and everything for a very good Thursday night.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:30 PM · ComedyWorx, Raleigh

Free Events

Live After 5 with River Shook

Free live music from River Shook hits Moore Square for Raleigh's beloved summer outdoor concert series, with food trucks on site.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 5:00 PM · Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh

Blk on Da Blok: The Blackest Flea Market

A community-centered Black cultural flea market on Lead Mine Road in Raleigh — a unique local market experience with vendors and community energy.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 1:00 PM · 6015 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh

Summer Concert Series at Raleigh Parks

The City of Raleigh Parks & Recreation kicks off its summer outdoor concert series — a free Sunday evening of live music in the park.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 6:00 PM · Raleigh

The Market at NCMA

Triangle Pop-Up brings local artisans and small businesses together for a Saturday market on the grounds of the North Carolina Museum of Art.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 11:00 AM · North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Music & Nightlife

Ladies Night 2026 at The Portal HQ

A curated ladies night presented by Inthafest at The Portal HQ, hosted by Popstarhead with music by Fitts Bryce — described as creating timeless moments for NC.

Friday, May 29, 2026 · The Portal HQ, Raleigh

Dungeons & Drag: 7th Anniversary Show

Underground Presents celebrates 7 years of their beloved Dungeons & Drag show — a queer, high-fantasy cosplay and drag extravaganza welcoming all creatures of the realm.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Raleigh

Festivals & Special Events

Around the World, Raleigh

A free cultural festival at Moore Square creating immersive global 'Neighborhoods' celebrating the diversity of food, music, and cultures from around the world.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 11:00 AM · Moore Square, Raleigh

Pride Fest & Drag Show at Raleigh Iron Works

The 5th Annual Pridefest & Drag Show at Raleigh Iron Works features LGBT+ vendors, live music, community celebration, and a drag show hosted by Urban Pothos, benefiting the LGBT Center of Raleigh.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 1:00 PM · Raleigh Iron Works, Raleigh

Family-Friendly

Mental Wellness Family Fun Day

Free outdoor family fun day at Roberts Park featuring free food, popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones, games, and prizes — rain or shine.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM · Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh

Annual International Children's Day

City of Raleigh Parks & Recreation hosts this annual celebration of international culture for kids and families.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM · Raleigh

Outdoors & Active

Logan's Garden Shop Hydrangea Days

Two days of gorgeous hydrangeas in every shade at Logan's Garden Shop, with select blooms 25–50% off — a seasonal treat for garden lovers.

Thursday, May 29, 2026 – Friday, May 30, 2026 · Logan's Garden Shop, Raleigh

We Run Raleigh Hawaiian Luau Night

We Run Raleigh's themed social event: a Hawaiian Luau night with post-run food and line dancing, free for all attendees.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · Raleigh

Run For Love 5K at Dix Park

A morning 5K race through scenic Dorothea Dix Park followed by an afterparty at Trophy Brewing — a great way to run for a cause.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 · Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh

Date Night

RITUAL. Outdoor DJ Set at William & Company

Rabbit Whole Productions brings RITUAL. back to the patio at William & Company for an afternoon of intentional, warm DJ selections with a drink in hand and the patio glowing.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 2:00 PM · William & Company, Raleigh