downtown Raleigh

Raleigh Wide Open 2026 will take over downtown Raleigh for three days of free live music spanning multiple genres, alongside food trucks and family-friendly activities. The festival is positioned as a major free public event for the city, and local coverage is highlighting the mix of entertainment and downtown commerce it is expected to draw.

Pullen Park in Raleigh is hosting an outdoor movie night featuring Toy Story 5, as announced by Triangle Downtowner Magazine. The event invites families to watch the latest installment of the Pixar franchise in the park, continuing a popular series of open-air screenings at the Raleigh landmark.