First Friday, Stanley Cup, Pop-Ups & Pride (June 3rd–June 9th)

Excited to add The Raleigh Coffee Passport to our partner list below — learn more about them below on the bulletin board 👇

June Dinner Club has been rescheduled to July, all attendees should have gotten communication about the event changes but if you have any questions or concerns — reach out here.

Pullen Community center is hosting a Ballroom social dance for all ages 18+, runs from 7-9 at the park — two left feet friendly.

Coffee & Crochet, a staple at blackbird books is back — begins at 4PM.

Slim’s 🎸 Vito Dito, Ken Moshesh, Josh Zaslow [rock/indie] 8PM - FREE

KINGS 👑 Combust, Fools Game, Abide [punk/hardcore] 8PM - $15

If you missed it last week, there are a few more dates for the Dix Pop-Up public library still left — runs 10AM to noon.

Live After 5 has been reschedule from Thursday to July 16th as Moore Square is taken over for the Hurricanes watch party — Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals kicks off here.

Rebus Works 🎤 Open Mic [varies] Signup 5PM - FREE

Cannonball Music 🤘 Modern Medicine [alt-rock] 7:30PM - FREE

Pour House 🎙 Jack Stepanian w/ Lennon KC [singer/song] 8PM - $15

You know the drill, it’s First Friday in Downtown Raleigh! See the full — itinerary of events here.

As part of the event, there will be a market from 5-9PM in Moore Square with Puss in Boots: The Last Wish playing around 7 — check it out.

The Davie is also hosting a vinyl night nearby for Friday — listen here.

Weaver Street market is doing a Pizza Making Class with their bakery manager, Jon McDonald — toss some dough here.

Moon Room 🎷 Chrishawn Darby Quartet [jazz] 8PM - FREE

Lincoln Theatre 🎸 80’s & 90’s Night [covers/tribute] 8PM - $14

Neptunes 🔱 Subvertigo, Snowblinder [noise/reverb] 8PM - $10

Bitter Social hosts a DJ Collective at 7PM, $5 to get in to listen to Infinite Funk spinning vinyl and house music — located downtown.

The Raleigh International Food Festival returns to City Plaza with a variety of food from over 50 different countries — go international.

Videri Chocolate downtown (Warehouse district) is hosting a small market from 10-2 with a variety of small vendors — shop local.

Tap Yard is hosting a K9 adoption event at 1PM — details here.

Raleigh Brewing is hosting a Pride Kick Off event with “Hell Yes Ma’am” on Saturday from 12-6PM — drag, live music, special beer, & more.

For another kickoff event, check out the historic Heights House as they host “Parlor Pride” from 1-4PM — check it out.

The Carolina Hurricanes and the NHL are hosting an official watch party for every game of the Stanley Cup Finals — see the full schedule below:

Pour House 🎸 Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band w/ Duck [funk] 9PM - $23

Neptunes 🎧 Chris Bailey, Miami Bass [house/dj] 10PM - Possible Cover

Are you a Photographer? Rebus Works is hosting a Camera Gear Swap! Meet with locals to swap gear, sell equipment, and test in person — learn more and stop by.

The Maxwell, a venue south of Tryon Rd is hosting a Drag Disco for June — doors open at 11AM, proceeds to a non-profit.

Join The Bike Library at 2PM for Java Jazz, with live music and a the coffee bar slinging drinks — stop by through the 14th.

A crowd favorite, the PopShop ARTernative market returns as well! All ages are welcome — support your local makers here.

Cats Cradle 😺 Dylan LeBlanc [singer/song] 8PM - $22

The Raleigh Coffee Passport is the best way to explore local coffee shops around town! Each participating shop has its own page featuring a drink discount with prizes for visiting every location — get yours here.

Taco Photo Booth is an exciting photo booth company located in Raleigh, specializing in engaging photo experiences of all kinds — get a free quote for your event.

Vicode Media is a full-service digital marketing agency from right here in Raleigh, NC. They’ve been providing a wide range of web services to clients of all industries since 2021 — inquire about digital marketing.

The Longleaf Hotel & Lounge hosts a Drag Bingo night for June (another on the 22nd) — game is free to play, limited prizes.

🦗 🎸 🦗🥁 (crickets on guitar & drums)

Blackbird Books & Coffee hosts a Writer’s Club from 5-7PM, chat for a bit, write for an hour, debrief afterwards — finish your book here.

Join JCRA after hours for an evening stroll through the garden at your own pace. Opens as soon as 4:30 and turns through 7:30PM — wind down walk.

Bowstring 🪕 Beer & Banjos [bluegrass/folk] 6:30PM - FREE

Pour House 🎙 Shelby Stone [americana] 8PM - $18

Botiwalla is finally open as of yesterday! Stop by the newest Iron Works location inspired by Indian Street Food — learn more about it.

It started yesterday at noon but JCRA has a rare plant auction online running through the 5th — check it out directly here.

🏒 The biggest news of the week, the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. This is the 1st time in 20 years they have made the finals and they’ve arrived at an impressive 12-1 record in the playoffs, one of the strongest records in the last 40 years.

⚽ The courage continue their win streak, beating Angel City FC 2-1 on Sunday, they sit 7th in the standings during the June break.

⚾ The Durham Bulls return home with 3 home-stands during the month of June against Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Gwinnett.