Pop-ups, June Pride, & Music Festivals (June 10th–June 16th)

Noticed it a bit too late but there was a technical issue with the calendar last week, it’s fixed now and you should once again see it synced and updated — don’t have our calendar? Get it here!

Cozy Panda Event & Tap Yard are partnering for a Pottery Painting event for all ages — 90 minute class, supplies included.

Stardust Mead Feast is a five course mead pairing event where guest are encouraged to attend in Renaissance, fantasy, or folk attire — starts at 7PM, at Chapel of Bones.

With the clear skies, check out some stars on the rooftop downtown at 8PM — Stargazing with Raleigh Astronomy.

Moon Room 🌕 Jazz Jam Session [live jazz] 8PM - FREE

Slim’s 🎸 Red October, Deepest Red [punk] 8PM - Possible Cover

Despite the drama around the World Cup, there are still some really exciting games to catch — see the first Group at Cuya at 3PM.

First in Fiction, a multi-genre reading and storytelling series hosted at Berkeley Cafe kicks off at 8PM — free to attend, books from NC authors.

A family-friendly Juneteenth event kicks off at Carolina Pines Park, will feature a DJ, live music, dancing, food, and more — details here.

Bitter Social hosts a LGBTQ+ professional happy hour, starting at 6PM with a portion of sales donated — join friends and chat here.

Neptunes 🔱 Coma Hole, Sunbearer, Skull Servant [metal] 7PM - $10

Chapel of Bones 🤘 Chained, Claymore, & More [hardcore] 8PM - $17

The Portal HQ also has a Sip & Sync social hour on the 12th — starts at 6PM, stop by after work.

NCMNS is doing another $3 movie! Check out an 80’s classic with The Goonies starting around 6PM — films, snacks, museum activities here.

Wake County Speedway, just south of downtown hosts the NAPA 175 this Friday — bull ring racing from 7PM onwards.

Get Sad Y’all and Pour House are hosting a Heated Rivalry dance party to support the LGBT Center of Raleigh — check it out here.

Villain Arts has their 5th annual tattoo festival here at the NC State Fairgrounds — runs through Sunday.

Gregg Museum Lawn 🎸 Mountain Walrus [funk] 7PM - FREE

Cannonball 🎙 Dreams Prosperity Revenge [hip-hop] 7:30PM - $11

Moon Room 🎷 Funk Infusion [jazz/funk] 8PM - FREE

Join NCMNS for a family friendly painting class as you learn about Salamanders — see tickets for the class and painting here.

The Longleaf Hotel & Lounge celebrates 6 years this Saturday, join them with tunes, snacks, and drinks — no cover, starts at 4PM.

Mike Godwin takes the stage this weekend at Goodnights, find his southern charm and humor — here on their website.

The NCMA is hosting an Anime Bazaar with a selection of vendors, Japanese food, and a screening of Summer Wars — see it here.

The free Second Stage series is highlighting great local theater in an intimate setting — runs through Sunday, learn more here.

Videri has one more market this weekend as well after their turnout last weekend — see it here at 10AM.

Local alt-rock/funk band, Whoop, has their album release party at Slim’s this weekend — bound to be a big whoop.

Wolfe & Porter 🎸 Megayacht [indie rock] 7:30PM - $10

Tap Yard 🎙 Adam Lee Decker Band [rock/cover] 8PM - FREE

KINGS 👑 Long Relief, Cor De Lux [pop/indie] 8PM - $15

PopUp Raleigh is celebrating all things summer with Strawberry Day at Trophy on West Morgan — more details leading up to Sunday.

Le Dive is hosting a Drag Brunch from 12-2PM — few tickets left.

Hartwell is finishing up the last of the Farmer’s Market Series, check it out from 9-1PM — find farmers, growers, artisans, and more.

The Bike Library 🎷 Java Jazz [jazz] 2PM - FREE

Lincoln Theatre 🎙 The Ultimate Doors [tribute] 7:30PM - $16

Neptunes 🎸 Brian Wolf & The Howlers [americana] 8PM - $10

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.

It’s all quiet here today, seek some rest, watch a movie. The day is yours!

Dix Park hosts a line dancing class from 6-8PM with instructors who will show you the steps and how to dance to the music — free class with RSVP.

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

Just a reminder if you haven’t heard, Hopscotch Music Festival returns in September and passes are on sale now — see the latest here.

Speaking of festivals, another great one out in Greensboro comes to town the next weekend — NC Folk Festival announcement here.

AAHC of NC has a Juneteenth Calendar with lots of information on the holiday as well as some events to celebrate — learn more.

Poppyseed Market is celebrating 20 years — see what’s going on.

🏒 The Carolina Hurricanes are down 2-1 in the series after an (almost) 5 goal comeback, falling in 2OT 5-4 after scoring 4 in the 3rd. They played last night (later than I can write about it) for Game 4 in Vegas.