# Events & Things To Do in Raleigh in May 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in May 2026 in Raleigh. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in May 2026 in Raleigh.
- **Category**: May
- **Display Name**: Events in May
- **Type**: time_filter

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Wondering what to do on the weekend or on a not-so-fun night? We have all you need, discover all the happening events in May [YEAR] in Raleigh and find the best picks of yourself. Be it a theatre workshop, meditation class or an entertaining concert, there are a bunch of curated events in Raleigh in May [YEAR] for you.

## May Events in Raleigh

- **Event Name**: Animazement 2027
  - **Description**: Animazement is Raleigh’s premier Japanese animation and culture convention! Enjoy concerts, cultural and unique panels, artwork and more!About this EventGet ready for 2027 and Animazement Twenty Eight!Buy your week
  - **Date**: Thu May 27 2027 at 06:00 pm – Sun May 30 2027 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/animazement-2027/100001990103852194
  - **Venue**: Raleigh Convention Center
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  - **Price**: USD 72
  - **Categories**: fitness, Concerts, Entertainment, Music
- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony: Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 30 2027 at 08:00 pm – Sat May 01 2027 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-rachmaninoff-symphonic-dances/2300030568166642
  - **Venue**: Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: Carolina Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty
  - **Date**: Thu May 13 2027 at 07:30 pm – Sun May 16 2027 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/carolina-ballet-the-sleeping-beauty/2300030184251152
  - **Venue**: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: performances, art, entertainment
- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony: Brent Havens - The Music of Tom Petty
  - **Date**: Fri May 14 2027 at 07:30 pm – Sat May 15 2027 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-brent-havens-the-music-of-tom-petty/2300030568158528
  - **Venue**: Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony - The Music Of Tom Petty
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsNorth Carolina Symphony has 93 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://mapsapi.tmol.io/maps/geometry/3/event/2D0064C58F0BD140/staticImage?type=png&systemId=HOST
  - **Date**: Sat May 15 2027 at 03:00 pm – Sat May 15 2027 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-the-music-of-tom-petty/210003564509189
  - **Venue**: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: Carolina Ballet Presents Sleeping Beauty
  - **Description**: InformationA brand new Sleeping Beauty closes the season, drawing from the original choreography of Marius Petipa. Brand new lavish costumes and amended sets will frame this enduring fairytale. Guided by the Lilac Fairy and grasped by C
  - **Date**: Sun May 16 2027 at 02:00 pm – Sun May 16 2027 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/carolina-ballet-presents-sleeping-beauty/210002617607887
  - **Venue**: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: Dash Bash 2027 Workshop Series
  - **Description**: Join us for hands-on, classroom-based workshops that dive into some of the industry's most unique, technical and creative mediums.About this EventThe Dash Bash 2027 Workshop Series, brought to you by Red H
  - **Date**: Wed May 19 2027 at 08:45 am – Wed May 19 2027 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/dash-bash-2027-workshop-series/100001991400522570
  - **Venue**: Red Hat Tower
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  - **Price**: USD 231
  - **Categories**: workshops, business, parties, entertainment, conferences, photography
- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony - Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsNorth Carolina Symphony has 93 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://mapsapi.tmol.io/maps/geometry/3/event/2D0064C4CC98F89F/staticImage?type=png&systemId=HOST
  - **Date**: Sat May 01 2027 at 08:00 pm – Sat May 01 2027 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-rachmaninoff-symphonic-dances/210003264150700
  - **Venue**: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony: Sophie Mok - Carnival of the Animals
  - **Date**: Sat May 08 2027 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 08 2027 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-sophie-mok-carnival-of-the-animals/2300030568166847
  - **Venue**: Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: carnivals
- **Event Name**: North Carolina Symphony - Carnival Of The Animals
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsNorth Carolina Symphony has 93 upcoming events.Carnival of the Animals has 2 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://mapsapi.tmol.io/maps/geometry/3/event/2D0064C4E352A21D/staticImage?type=png&
  - **Date**: Sat May 08 2027 at 04:00 pm – Sat May 08 2027 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/north-carolina-symphony-carnival-of-the-animals/210005036040161
  - **Venue**: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: The Dash Bash
  - **Description**: Ticket LimitPlease note: There is a ticket limit of 6 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
  - **Date**: Thu May 20 2027 at 12:00 am – Fri May 21 2027 at 12:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/raleigh/the-dash-bash/210001274519201
  - **Venue**: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
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  - **Categories**: Miscellaneous

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  - **Venue**: Carter Finley Stadium
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  - **Venue**: Carter-Finley Stadium
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  - **Venue**: Carter-Finley Stadium
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  - **Venue**: Downtown Raleigh
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  - **Venue**: Carter-Finley Stadium
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  - **Venue**: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** Animazement 2027 (Thu May 27 2027 at 06:00 pm at Raleigh Convention Center), North Carolina Symphony: Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances (Fri Apr 30 2027 at 08:00 pm at Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts), Carolina Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty (Thu May 13 2027 at 07:30 pm at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts), North Carolina Symphony: Brent Havens - The Music of Tom Petty (Fri May 14 2027 at 07:30 pm at Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts), North Carolina Symphony - The Music Of Tom Petty (Sat May 15 2027 at 03:00 pm at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts).
- **Q**: How can I find May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming May events in Raleigh on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting May events in Raleigh include Raleigh Convention Center, Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh Memorial Auditorium At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.
- **Q**: What is the price range for May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** Prices for May events in Raleigh range from USD 72 to USD 231. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting May events in Raleigh include Animazement, Ticket Network Events, PROMOTER NOT DEFINED.
- **Q**: Are there any online May events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many May events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new May events in Raleigh?
  - **A:** Follow the May category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new May events are listed in Raleigh.

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