11 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Free Events

First Friday Free Outdoor Movies, Food Trucks & Market

A free night of outdoor movies, food trucks, a local artisans' market, live music, and free games.

Friday, November 6, 2026 5-9 PM · Raleigh, North Carolina

Arts & Culture

Moonlight in the Garden: Opening Weekend

The JC Raulston Arboretum garden lit after dark for an evening stroll through its collection.

Friday, November 6, 2026 5:30 PM · JC Raulston Arboretum

Outdoors & Active

Skate the Square Fenton

An outdoor ice-skating rink in Fenton open from early November through February, with 75-minute skating sessions.

Friday, November 6, 2026 12:00 PM · Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters, Cary

Food & Drink

Current Friendsgiving

A Friendsgiving gathering hosted at Current Wellness in downtown Raleigh.

Friday, November 6, 2026 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM · Current Wellness, 219 S East St, Raleigh

Pawpalooza at the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo

A dog- and cat-friendly food truck rodeo with favorite food trucks, local vendors, and shopping in Downtown Raleigh.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Downtown Raleigh

Festivals & Special Events

The International Beer & Wine Festival

A free day of international wines, unique beers, food, live music, and cultural experiences on Moore Square.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM · Moore Square, downtown Raleigh

The Market at NC Museum of Art

A pop-up market of local makers and small businesses on the museum grounds.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM · NC Museum of Art

Family-Friendly

Little Love Yoga: A Class for Kids + Their Grown-Ups

A yoga class designed for kids and their grown-ups to practice together.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM · Current Wellness, 219 S East St, Raleigh

Knock Knock

An adventure through an apartment building that kicks off the holiday season, with residents behind different doors and imaginative crafting.

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street

Music & Nightlife

Andy Gross at Raleigh Improv

Stand-up comedian Andy Gross performs at the Raleigh Improv.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:00 PM · Raleigh Improv

Kyle Kinane at Goodnights Comedy Club

Stand-up comedian Kyle Kinane performs at Goodnights Comedy Club.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:30 PM · Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd, Raleigh