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International Civil Rights Center and Museum, Greensboro, NC

The International Civil Rights Museum is one of the most moving museums in the state. The excellent tour guides bring all exhibits to life with their knowledge and passion. There’s also singing… Read More

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The Corner Bar, Greensboro, NC

At the Corner Bar, Wednesday is Karaoke Night. This dive restaurant in Greensboro comes with a full bar with a selection of beer on tap and a menu of food so you will not drink on an empty stomach.… Read More

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Shangri-La Stone Village, Prospect Hill, NC

Henry L. Warren, a retired tobacco farmer, created a miniature town consisting of 27 structures and numerous walkways made of more than ten thousand arrowheads.

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Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro, NC

More than 40 years of live music under its belt including performances by Nirvana and Iggy Pop among other legends, Cat’s Cradle is undoubtedly a reason that thousands visit Carrboro each… Read More

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Ackland Art Museum, Chapel Hill, NC

Downtown Chapel Hill is home to the Ackland Art Museum and its permanent collection of thousands of works. The museum hosts a wide variety of drawings, photographs, and prints along with European… Read More

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Bull City Escape, Durham, NC

Bull City Escape was voted the #1 escape room in Durham, North Carolina. Repeat customers love that all rooms are private, so they’re only playing with the people in their group. The owners… Read More

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Carolina Theatre, Greensboro, NC

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The Comedy Zone, Greensboro, NC

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Durham Performing Arts Center, Durham, NC

In the heart of downtown Durham, Durham Performing Arts Center provides a clean, comfortable environment. Past shows include “Jesus Christ Superstar,” “Legally Blonde The Musical,” “Grease,” and “The… Read More

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Wine & Design, Apex, NC

Featured on “Shark Tank,” Wine & Design provides a great evening to spend quality time with friends and family through painting with an instructor. Want to host an event? Birthday parties,… Read More

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Name: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth
Start: 2026-02-01T10:30:00
Location: First Horizon Coliseum

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Will Overman

Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 7:00pm

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

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Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 7:30pm

Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 11:00am

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

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First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

CT Presents Series - The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 7:00pm

Haw River Ballroom

Saxapahaw, NC

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Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 8:00pm

Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 10:30am

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

Shucked (Touring)

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 2:00pm

Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 2:30pm

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 6:30pm

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

Josh Ritter

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 7:00pm

Haw River Ballroom

Saxapahaw, NC

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Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 8:00pm

Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Greensboro, NC

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth

Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:30am

First Horizon Coliseum

Greensboro, NC

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