Raleigh is a city where you will find an assortment of wonderful restaurants; discover a magnificent culture with the friendly Southern charm, and vibrant nighttime hangouts. Raleigh is best known for its world-class museums, best of Broadway shows and live concerts, Capital area historic sites, professional and amateur sporting events and shopping mecca status with nine major retail areas, area attractions and entertainment truly offers a variety of entertainment all in one park-like, scenic setting. Experience the five pulsating Raleigh, North Carolina entertainment districts, a staggering array of live music venues and visiting performers, and world-class performing facilities for the arts. However you define fun and entertainment, the Greater Raleigh entertainment scene has the perfect activity for you.
Entertainment
Concerts and Live Music
Recently emerging as one of the hottest live music destinations, Raleigh and Cary play host to a wide variety of artists in a wide array of settings. Whether you see one show or a dozen, you're sure to benefit from having so many great Raleigh music venues so close together.
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Performing Arts
Enjoy the nationally acclaimed Carolina Ballet, America 's next great orchestra (North Carolina Symphony) and the region's top professional theatre (North Carolina Theatre) and Broadway productions (Broadway Series South). A thriving community of smaller galleries, events, collections and independent performances, bolsters all these larger art centers.
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Nightlife
Experience five pulsing entertainment districts, a staggering array of live music venues and visiting performers, and world-class performing facilities for the arts. However you define fun and entertainment, the area nightlife offers the perfect activity to match your special interests.
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Family Fun
From the Exploris global learning center to the TVLand "Andy & Opie" statue, Greater Raleigh offers a wealth of family attractions and activities. Visitors of all ages are sure to enjoy exploring Raleigh's museums, historic attractions, family fun centers, parks and lakes.
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Outdoors
Whether you're in the mood for a canoeing or sailing excursion, taking a nature hike through the woods, or playing a round of golf in the summer sun, the Greater Raleigh area is the perfect place to spend time outdoors. Search below to find an outdoor activity that interests you.
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