Gothic romance meets breathtaking choreography as Carolina Ballet brings Dracula to life in a haunting world-premiere production. Featuring dramatic storytelling and an original score, this seasonal performance makes for an unforgettable Halloween night out. Tickets required.

Halloween fun takes over historic Mordecai with pumpkin decorating, mysterious characters, handmade markets, crafts, live performances, and a festive costume contest! Enjoy a free, family-friendly celebration with plenty of seasonal activities.

Enter a mysterious world of immersive theater, haunting music, and ghostly storytelling inspired by North Carolina folklore and Edgar Allan Poe. This free atmospheric outdoor performance offers a creative way to embrace Halloween week.

Sample savory dishes, sweet treats, and global flavors from local food trucks while spending an easy afternoon downtown supporting Raleigh-area small businesses.

Pack a chair, blanket, and picnic for a free outdoor performance by the Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet in the relaxed setting of Fred Fletcher Park.

Bring a blanket and settle onto the lawn for a free evening of live jazz, with food trucks and beverage vendors adding to the relaxed late-summer atmosphere.

Browse local vendors, grab dinner from food trucks, enjoy live music, and stay for an outdoor screening of Remember the Titans during this free all-ages night downtown.

Celebrate African American culture and community through a lively downtown festival featuring art, music, dance, food, local vendors, and family-friendly experiences.

A lively outdoor street festival bringing together 100+ local vendors, food trucks, live music, and easy-going activities, making it a fun, walkable way to spend a spring day as the city starts to feel a little more like summer.

A small, intimate live music experience celebrating Black musical traditions in a historic setting, offering a relaxed and meaningful afternoon plan that feels both local and easy to drop into.