DoRaleigh<p><strong>Downtown Raleigh Evening Guide: Weekend Edition October 31 – November 2, 2025</strong></p><p></p><p class="">Halloween weekend meets live music, late-night fun, and cultural experiences across the heart of the city.</p><p class="">As Halloween fades into November, Downtown Raleigh lights up with bar crawls, live music, art talks, and local tours that keep the energy high all weekend long. Whether you’re looking for a spooky celebration, an elegant symphony, or a creative downtown experience, this weekend’s guide has something for every vibe.</p><p></p><p class="">🎃<strong> Friday, October 31 – Halloween in the City</strong></p><p class="">Downtown Raleigh transforms into a vibrant, costumed carnival of fun, featuring themed parties, concerts, and special events from afternoon through the early hours.<strong> Highlights include “</strong>Boooogie Nights,” offering two nights of funk and treats with the Watts & Ward Annual Halloween Party featuring Astrocat at Circa 1888 from 7 PM to 11 PM. The Official Halloween Bar Crawl takes place on Friday and Saturday at Zenith Raleigh from 4 PM to midnight. For those seeking a late-night thrill, “Monster’s Ball” at Killjoy runs from 9 PM to 2 AM, while “Slay the Night Away Halloween Show” at Legends Nightclub starts at 10 PM. The “Hallowolfe Bash” at Wolfe & Porter begins at 8 PM, and “Halloween at Neptunes Parlour” is open from 5 PM to 2 AM. The Raleigh Zombie Crawl, involving over 20 bars, takes place at The Row from 7 PM to 2 AM. Additionally, “Sinners” is showing on IMAX at the Marbles IMAX Theater. Live music performances include Dallas Tetnus at Slim’s Downtown and Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen from 5 to 8 PM. Early evening vibes can be enjoyed at BLOOM BAR from 3 to 7 PM and Bud Bar from 6 to 9 PM at Wolfe & Porter.</p><p></p><p class="">🦇<strong> Saturday, November 1 – Halloween Weekend Encore</strong></p><p class="">The weekend continues with a variety of activities, including scavenger hunts, walking tours, and Halloween-themed nightlife. Highlights include the 16th Annual Raleigh Boogeyman Bar Crawl at Alchemy from 5:30 to 11 PM, the Downtown Raleigh Halloween Treasure Hunt starting at Sir Walter Coffee from 2 to 3 PM, and the Day of the Dogs event at Crank Arm Brewing from 2 to 6 PM, which brings together pups and people for a great cause. For entertainment, there’s the Boooogie Nights Encore Show at Watts & Ward, the Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2 performed by the North Carolina Symphony at 8 PM at the Martin Marietta Center, and the Saturday Night DJ Showcase at Boatman Spirits Co. from 8 PM to Midnight. Additionally, The Phantom A.D. will perform a live set at Slim’s Downtown from 9 to 11 PM, and there will be a Patrizia Ferreira Artist Talk at Artspace from 4 to 6 PM. In the afternoon, visitors can enjoy the A Taste of Downtown Raleigh Food Tour from 2:30 to 5:30 PM, exploring local flavors and hidden culinary gems.</p><p></p><p class=""><strong>Sunday, November 2 – Wind Down Downtown</strong></p><p class="">Close out the weekend with a delightful mix of brunch, art, and live performances that celebrate community and culture. Start your Sunday with brunch at Good Day Good Night from 9 AM to 12 PM, and enjoy half-priced spaghetti and meatballs at Gravy from 11 AM to 10 PM. Explore Raleigh’s rich history with the African American History Tour at 4 PM at Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar, and join the Booksgiving Book Club at Copperline Plant Co. from 3:30 to 5 PM. Immerse yourself in creativity at the Artspace Open Studio from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. As the evening unfolds, enjoy the lively sounds of the Boom Unit Brass Band at Slim’s Downtown from 9 to 11 PM. The weekend concludes with captivating performances, including the Carolina Ballet’s “The Seven Deadly Sins” and the Midnight Nomad Closing Party at Nomad. For a more relaxed evening, unwind with a cocktail at Boatman Spirits Co. for Saturday Night Spins from 8 PM to midnight, or visit Raleigh’s favorite local lounges.</p><p></p><p class=""><strong>Plan Your Weekend in Downtown Raleigh</strong></p><p class="">From sunrise coffee runs to late-night costume parties, this weekend is all about vibes, variety, and vintage fun. Join locals downtown for live music, costume contests, trolley tours, and Raleigh’s most spirited Halloween celebrations.</p><p class="">🔗 See more local entertainment and community events at <a href="https://DoRaleigh.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DoRaleigh.com</a> — your guide to everything Raleigh.</p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/city-of-raleigh-events/" target="_blank">#CityOfRaleighEvents</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/doraleigh/" target="_blank">#DoRaleigh</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/downtown-raleigh/" target="_blank">#downtownRaleigh</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/downtown-raleigh-events/" target="_blank">#DowntownRaleighEvents</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/events/" target="_blank">#events</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/halloween/" target="_blank">#Halloween</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/halloween-weekend/" target="_blank">#HalloweenWeekend</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/live-music/" target="_blank">#LiveMusic</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/news/" target="_blank">#News</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh/" target="_blank">#raleigh</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh-bars/" target="_blank">#RaleighBars</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh-halloween-2025/" target="_blank">#RaleighHalloween2025</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh-live-music/" target="_blank">#RaleighLiveMusic</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh-nightlife/" target="_blank">#RaleighNightlife</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://doraleigh.com/tag/raleigh-weekend-guide/" target="_blank">#RaleighWeekendGuide</a></p>