Can’t Miss Shows & Events Coming To The Triangle In 2025! - Page 6

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2025 is almost here – and that means a new year of exciting entertainment that is heading to The Triangle!

From big tours to festivals and comedy shows, we will have our fair share of amazing live performances that you do not want to miss! We have put together a list of the hottest concerts, festivals, comedy shows, and events that we look forward to in 2025!

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1. Mary J. Blige – For My Fans Tour

The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul is heading to the Lenovo Center (formerly PNC Arena) for the For My Fans Tour on January 31. Ne-Yo and Mario will be joining her as supporting acts. 

2. Funny Marco @ Raleigh Improv

With a social media following of over 10 million fans, Funny Marco is being regarded as one of the comedy scene’s rising stars. He heads to Raleigh Improv with five shows from January 17 to January 19.

3. Bill Bellamy @ Raleigh Improv

Bill Bellamy is a veteran in Hollywood, and although many know him as a TV personality and actor, make no mistake that he’s a comedy legend first! He heads to the Raleigh Improv for a weekend of shows, January 31 to February 2.

4. The Coco Butter Experience With Jacquees & Pour Minds

Broccoli City is presenting this special Pre-Valentine’s Day event featuring R&B hitmaker Jacquees and the ladies of the Pour Minds Podcast, Drea Nicole and Lex P. This special event is heading to The Ritz on February 12. 

5. Kevin Hart – Acting My Age Tour

It’s been a while since Kevin Hart has been to The Triangle – about three years to be specific. That changes when he brings his latest comedy act to the DPAC on February 15

6. Katt Williams – Heaven On Earth Tour

Katt Williams set off a firestorm in 2024, with a viral interview on Club Shay Shay that was as prophetic as it was entertaining. All we’re going to say is be prepared when he comes to the Lenovo Center on February 16 because there’s no telling what he’ll say next! 

7. "Beetlejuice" @ DPAC

You don’t have to say his name 3 times for you to check out “The Ghost With The Most” on stage! Based on the classic film by Tim Burton, the touring production of Beetlejuice heads to the DPAC on March 18 through March 23.

8. Jess Hilarious @ Raleigh Improv

Comedian & media personality Jess Hilarious has been everywhere as of late, and she’s adding to her ever-growing resume in The Triangle! She will be performing at Raleigh Improv on April 4 and 5. 

9. Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton

A must-see concert that we’re definitely looking forward to features two of North Carolina’s own! Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton will bring their soulful tones to the Lenovo Center on April 5. 

10. Dreamville Fest 2025

A yearly tradition for the past few years, NC native J. Cole is bringing his signature event to Dorothea Dix Park for the last time in 2025. The fifth and final Dreamville Fest, featuring several national Hip-Hop and R&B acts, will take place on April 5 & 6. 

11. Craig Robinson @ Raleigh Improv

Comedian, actor, musician and former educator Craig Robinson has always been a favorite in The Triangle. It should come as no surprise that he is, once again, blessing the Raleigh Improv stage on April 17 through April 19. 

12. FLO – Access All Areas Tour

After making a great first impression in Raleigh opening for Kehlani in 2024, British R&B girl group FLO is building momentum with their own headlining tour in 2025. In support of their debut album, the trek will head to The Ritz on April 18. 

13. Tyler, The Creator – CHROMAKOPIA Tour

In support of his latest album, Tyler, The Creator is going full throttle with a world tour. Bringing Lil Yachty and Paris Texas along for the ride, the tour heads to Lenovo Center on July 12

14. "The Wiz" @ DPAC

Following a revival on Broadway in 2024, the endearing remake of The Wizard of Oz will “ease on down the road” to Durham! The Wiz will be at DPAC from August 5 through August 10. 

15. WHERE THE PARTY AT Tour

If you are a fan of late 90s-early 00s Hip-Hop, then this tour is for you! The tour features a stacked lineup that includes Nelly & The St. Lunatics, Eve, Ja Rule and Jermaine Dupri. It hits Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek on September 13.