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The 2018 NC Opera Gala will be held on November 10 at the Umstead. 6:30 pm Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres. Dinner to Follow. More information: https://www.ncopera.org/opera-gala-2018 Tickets: https://www.ncopera.org/OperaGala
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, November 10, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
In anticipation of a performance at the North Carolina Music Educators Association Convention in Winston-Salem, the award-winning Triangle Brass Band presents its first formal concert of the season, Fire in the Blood. The evening’s program consists of several exciting works, and features many distinguished guest artists. Triangle Brass’ own Mitch Townley (Eb Soprano Cornet) leads off […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, November 12, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
The Joel Lane Museum House presents a lecture on “Between Heaven and Hell: The End of the Civil War in Raleigh” by Ernest Dollar. Between Heaven and Hell: In April 1865, Raleigh was very close to being destroyed. During this tumultuous month, North Carolina’s capital city slide between salvation and destruction in the closing days […]
Join us at Park West Village for Winter Wonderland! Families and kids of all ages can enjoy the following activities: Friday: Magical Winter Lights show, Storytime with Santa, Snow My Yard sledding*, train rides around The District, Acapella music from Catch 22, and the Carolina Hurricanes Storm Squad Saturday: Magical Winter Lights show, Storytime with […]
The “Pathétique” Symphony has been shrouded in mystery ever since Tchaikovsky’s mysterious death just days after its premiere. One thing is certain—he put his soul into his final symphony, and there it remains. Florence Price’s thrilling Piano Concerto is infused with the influence of her African-American roots, and Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3 bursts with […]
Musicians, dancers, artists, storytellers, and authors from North Carolina’s eight state-recognized tribes will gather for this popular family event. The 23rd Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration offers something for all ages and gives a firsthand opportunity to learn about the state’s American Indian culture (with a population of over 120,000), past and present. Activities include craft demonstrations, hands-on activities, games, […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, November 17, 2017. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Join the SPCA of Wake County for the largest certified, competitive, dog-friendly race in the Triangle — with a touch of holiday spirit. A certified 5K race event, with dogs! This 5K run is a USATF sanctioned, timed event. The Santa Paws 5K is for serious runners (USATF sanctioned, timed) and for recreational runners who […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils on Sunday, November 18, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Featuring epic mobiles by Durham artist, Guy Solie, and mesmerizing choreography by Co-Artistic Directors, Robert Weiss and Zalman Raffael, The Planets will take you on an exciting out-of-this world journey. Set to Gustav Holst’s monumental orchestral suite, this ballet will leave you breathless! This program will also feature George Balanchine’s Apollo. The production will run […]
Fun for the entire family! A playful Elf is sent on special assignment from Santa to confirm the naughty and nice list of children in Raleigh. He stumbles upon the best place to find holiday cheer: the North Carolina Symphony! While in Meymandi he gets…distracted by the sights and sounds of the season. You won’t […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Holiday Pops returns to Thanksgiving weekend, bigger and better than ever! Gather together for this fun-filled, heartwarming spectacular featuring seasonal favorites plus a sing-a-long, falling snow, and a chorus line of dancing Santas. Tickets: ticketmaster.com
