Date and Time
- Saturday, May 23, 2026 1 pm-5 pm
Location
Moore Square
200 S Blount St
Details
Join us for Darkness RISING: LIVE 9, Raleigh’s high-energy block party celebrating wellness, the arts, and community!
Each year, thousands gather for this unforgettable outdoor celebration filled with powerful performances, free resources, and JOY. The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake.
Hosted by Darkness RISING, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing direct mental health resources and arts programming for justice-involved individuals and marginalized communities of color, Darkness RISING: Live is more than an event, it’s a movement rooted in collective care and celebration.
Come experience:
☀️ Live performances
☀️ DJ + music all day
☀️ Vendors
☀️ Food trucks
☀️ Community Health Fair
☀️ Wellness workshops
☀️ Line dancing / yoga / movement
☀️ Interactive art
☀️ Kid's activities
☀️ Giveaways
Attendees: Expect big crowds, connection, community, and a good time!
Vendors: Engage with a large, community-centered audience and grow your visibility while supporting a powerful cause.
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601, Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh
FREE Event
Hashtags:
#DRBlockParty
#DRLive9
#DarknessRISING
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nc-darkness-rising-live-9-arts-mental-health-block-party-tickets-1983647084829?aff=oddtdtcreator
Website: darknessrisingproject.org
Video excerpt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmcQrPgqo4g
