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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh, NC

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is one of the biggest science museums in the country – you’ll need at least three hours to make it through the entire four-story building! The… Read More

The 9 Best Sightseeing Tours in North Carolina!

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Trolley Pub Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

Pedal and drink through the fascinating tour of the Trolley Pub. This beer crawl offers two-hour tours that stop at anywhere from two to three locations throughout the journey. Sightseeing has never… Read More

The 8 Best Karaoke Bars in North Carolina!

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Desy’s Grill and Bar, Morrisville, NC

Join in Super Karaoke at Desy’s Grill and Bar Thursday through Saturday. Open 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday and on Sunday from 12 p.m. until 2 a.m., Desy’s Grill and Bar of… Read More

11 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in North Carolina!

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“Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky,” Raleigh, NC

Chris Drury’s creation “Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky,” is a unique addition to the North Carolina Museum of Art’s outdoor collection. It serves as a camera obscura… Read More

The 9 Best Live Music Venues in North Carolina!

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Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary, NC

Designed by architect William Rawn Associates of Boston, Koka Booth Amphitheatre resides beside Symphony Lake among 14 acres of hardwoods and pines. The outdoor venue can host up to 7,000 visitors… Read More

7 Best Escape Rooms in North Carolina!

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Amaze Room Escapes, Raleigh, NC

Choose from The Mysterious Room, Prison Break and Escape from the Black and White at Amaze Room Escapes. All games are suited to a minimum of two players and as many as eight, dependent upon the… Read More

The 9 Best Museums in North Carolina!

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North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh, NC

Its mission to preserve and present the state's past has led the North Carolina Museum of History to regularly house more than 150,000 artifacts in collections from six centuries. Rotating exhibits… Read More

9 Best Live Theater Venues in North Carolina!

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Raleigh Little Theatre, Raleigh, NC

Established in 1936, Raleigh Little Theatre provides “innovative, engaging, and diverse theatre and education.” There are shows for both young and old, there is great seating all around and there is… Read More

5 Best Paint & Wine Spots in North Carolina 2026!

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Cheers N Paint, Cary, NC

Opened in 2014, Cheers N Paint is an independent location in Cary that allows individuals to wind down after a busy day by relaxing and painting. Each class has instructions while still allowing your… Read More

Best Comedy Spots in North Carolina!

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Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh, NC

Established in 1983, the Goodnights Comedy Club of Raleigh, North Carolina, is your go-to destination to “eat, drink and be entertained.” Reservations for dinner before the show are open.… Read More

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The Movement and Tropidelic

Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026 at 6:00pm

Lincoln Theatre

Raleigh, NC

Do Portugal Circus - Raleigh, NC

Thursday, Jan 29, 2026

Villa Latina plaza

Raleigh, NC

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 7:00pm

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Raleigh, NC

Super Diamond – A Neil Diamond Tribute

Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 8:00pm

Rialto Theater

Raleigh, NC

R&B ONLY LIVE - Raleigh, NC

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 6:30pm

The Ritz

Raleigh, NC

Paul Virzi

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 7:00pm

Raleigh Improv

Cary, NC

PineCone presents: Appalachian Road Show

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 7:30pm

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Raleigh, NC

PineCone presents: Appalachian Road Show

Zachariah Porter: The Big Back Behavior Tour

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 8:00pm

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Raleigh, NC

Zachariah Porter: The Big Back Behavior Tour

Panic Stricken

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 8:30pm

Lincoln Theatre

Raleigh, NC

Paul Virzi

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 6:30pm

Raleigh Improv

Cary, NC

Electric Feels (18+)

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 7:00pm

The Ritz

Raleigh, NC

Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 7:30pm

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Raleigh, NC

Not Your Kind

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 8:00pm

Lincoln Theatre

Raleigh, NC

Paul Virzi

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 9:00pm

Raleigh Improv

Cary, NC

North Carolina Opera Presents MADAMA BUTTERFLY

Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 at 2:00pm

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

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North Carolina Opera Presents MADAMA BUTTERFLY

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