15 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week · September 10–13, 2026

Arts & Culture

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The 9th annual short film and screenplay festival at the historic Cary Theater brings together filmmakers, industry professionals, and audiences for films, panel discussions, and workshops celebrating the art of short filmmaking.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 7:00 PM · The Cary Theater, 122 East Chatham Street, Cary, NC

Artsplosure Festival

The third annual Artsplosure is a multi-day celebration of books, stories, music, food, and cultural dialogue featuring international, national, and local writers, poets, and thinkers at Meredith College and NC State University.

Friday, September 11, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 · Meredith College / NC State University, Raleigh

The ComedyWorx Show

Two improv teams compete for points and laughs in ComedyWorx's signature Friday night competitive improv show.

Friday, September 11, 2026 8:00 PM · ComedyWorx, Raleigh

The Screwtape Letters

A theatrical adaptation of C.S. Lewis's satirical novel comes to the Fletcher Opera Theater for two nights only.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 · Fletcher Opera Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh

Music & Nightlife

Jay Jurden at Raleigh Improv

Stand-up comedian Jay Jurden takes the stage for one night only at the Raleigh Improv.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 7:00 PM · Raleigh Improv

Sommore at Goodnights Comedy Club

Stand-up comedy legend Sommore performs multiple shows across the weekend at Goodnights Comedy Club.

Friday, September 11, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 7:00 PM · Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd, Raleigh, NC

Air Supply – A Matter of Time Tour

Iconic soft-rock duo Air Supply performs their 'A Matter of Time Tour' at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 7:00 PM · Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Free Events

Open Mic Night at ComedyWorx

ComedyWorx opens its mic for a fun evening of stand-up comedy from locals and newcomers alike.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 8:00 PM · ComedyWorx, Raleigh

Friday Night on White

The final September edition of this beloved free monthly concert series features local and regional party bands playing classic rock, R&B, Motown, and Top 40 hits on South White Street in downtown Wake Forest.

Friday, September 11, 2026 6:00 PM · South White Street, Downtown Wake Forest, NC

Pop Up Music – Michael Blakey at North Hills

Local acoustic artist Michael Blakey performs a surprise pop-up set in the Commons at North Hills, part of the fall series offering background music as guests shop and dine.

Friday, September 11, 2026 6:00 PM · The Commons, North Hills, 4160 Main at North Hills St, Raleigh, NC

Family-Friendly

Midtown Farmers' Market

In its 16th season, this beloved Saturday market at North Hills features 35+ local vendors offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, and live programming for all ages.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 8:00 AM · The Commons, North Hills, 4191 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh, NC

Outdoors & Active

Tunnel to Towers Raleigh 9/11 Tower Climb

On the 25th anniversary of September 11, participants climb the former Wells Fargo Building on Fayetteville Street to honor fallen first responders in this meaningful downtown Raleigh tribute event.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · 150 Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

Wellness Wednesdays at North Hills – YoBa Studio

Free outdoor fitness at Midtown Park continues with YoBa Studio leading this week's session on the grass lawn — open to all ages and fitness levels.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 6:00 PM · Midtown Park, North Hills, Raleigh, NC

Prenatal Yoga Workshop

A dedicated prenatal yoga workshop at Current Wellness designed to support expectant mothers with mindful movement and breathwork.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Current Wellness, 219 S East St, Raleigh, NC

Date Night

NC Symphony Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3

The NC Symphony performs one of the most technically demanding and beloved piano concertos ever written, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3, at the acoustically stunning Meymandi Concert Hall.

Friday, September 18, 2026 – Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Meymandi Concert Hall, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh