In honor of Women's History Month, Mettlesome Theater is hosting "Girlhood" in March, 2026. An all-woman cast of local performers digs out the photos from their past that didn’t quite make it into the scrapbook for an improvised show about the sweet, the sour, and the seriously funny parts of womanhood. You'll find this show listed on thisismettlesome.com/live. The show takes place at … [Read more...] about Girlhood: An Improv Comedy Show by Mettlesome Theater
Comedy
All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
In honor of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day, i Firenzi Commedia and Scrap Paper Shakespeare are hosting Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at The Studio at Theatre Raleigh, 3027 Barrow Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is pay what you can! Donations approximately the cost of a fancy coffee are suggested. At this special event you'll … [Read more...] about All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Nights around the Triangle (free to attend!)
A Good Time Comedy is presenting standup comedy showcases throughout the Triangle. They are free to attend, but please make sure to follow the links to RSVP. A Good Time: Stand-up Comedy Showcase at Local 919February 21, 20268 p.m.Local 9191540 Dunn Road, Suite 170, Raleigh, NCFree A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase at Vault Craft BeerFriday, February 27, 20268 to 9:30 p.m.Vault Craft … [Read more...] about A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Nights around the Triangle (free to attend!)
Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Holly Springs Parks and Recreation and Holly Springs Cultural Center are hosting Black Expressions -- a Celebration of Art, Voice and Performance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration starts with an artist reception from 6 to 7 p.m. The art reception is free to attend. Meet the artists and … [Read more...] about Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Acoustic Open Mic Nights at Esmeralda’s Cafe in Durham
Esmeralda's Cafe, 1515 North Pointe Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting an Acoustic Open Mic Night the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. It's scheduled on these dates so far in 2026: Sign-ups start at 6:30 p.m., with the performances starting at 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Perform for a welcoming crowd. It can be anything: music, comedy, poetry, tap dancing, mind … [Read more...] about Acoustic Open Mic Nights at Esmeralda’s Cafe in Durham
Lunar New Year Market with Triangle Pop-Up in Raleigh Feb. 7 — Lion Dance, comedy, music, more…
Triangle Pop-Up is presenting a Lunar New Year Market on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Raleigh Iron Works, 2200 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event that spotlights the AAPI (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders) community. Community members will be performing, including singers, comedians and lion dancers. Shop from AAPI (Asian American … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Market with Triangle Pop-Up in Raleigh Feb. 7 — Lion Dance, comedy, music, more…
The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Devine's Restaurant & Sports Bar, at 904 W Main Street, features All-American favorites like wings, burgers, chicken and sandwiches, 12 beers on draft, a selection of bottled beers, hard seltzers, wine and mixed drinks. We also have non-alcoholic options for our non drinkers. Watch your favorite NFL team play on one of the 17 large TVs. This bar shows Duke games (that's a warning or an … [Read more...] about The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle (includes free pizza)
Lune Spark Center of Creativity, at 146 West Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina, is hosting a weekly improv show, Funniest Person in the Triangle. Think you’re funny? Prove it! Join us every week through November at Lune Spark for Funniest Person in the Triangle, a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud improv comedy showdown where local comedians and audience members go head-to-head for gift … [Read more...] about Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle (includes free pizza)
Local 919 Craft Beer + Fine Wine: Free Wine Tasting on Fridays
Local 919, 1540 Dunn Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, offers craft beer and fine wine. It also hosts frequent events, which you can find on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few that are coming up... All of these events were found on The Local 919's calendar. Please check before heading out to make sure there have been no changes. Upcoming Events Recurring Events Free Wine … [Read more...] about Local 919 Craft Beer + Fine Wine: Free Wine Tasting on Fridays
Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
Vault Craft Beer, at 518 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presented many comedy nights throughout 2025. Read on for several events. Comedy Nights Comedy nights will take place on select Fridays in 2025, from January 17 to December 19. The comedy nights take place from 8 to 10 p.m. and are free to attend. Doors open at 5 p.m. Age 18+. Local and touring comedians will be bringing … [Read more...] about Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
