Live After 5
6-9pm | Free | City Plaza, Fayetteville Street
Join your fellow local music fans on North Carolina’s Main Street for 4 electrifying evenings that celebrate the sounds that define our state's music industry.
Live After 5 is a family-friendly block party with live music, local food trucks, Sip N' Stroll sips, and plenty more to enjoy.
2025 Dates and Lineup
May 21st: Weekend Excursion and Tre. Charles- June 18th: Rissi Palmer and Duck
- July 23rd: Kooley High and Charly Lowry
- August 20th: Chatham Rabbits and Jack The Radio
Know Before You Go
- Driving in? City Plaza is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Raleigh with dozens of parking areas nearby. Or ride with GoRaleigh!
- Closest 2-hour, free weekday parking decks to City Plaza (Arrive at 5pm and park for free all evening)
- Find nearby dining, retailers, bars, and more.
- Alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase and enjoy on-site within the event footprint. In addition, attendees can enter and exit the event with Sip N' Stroll Downtown beverages marked with the proper sticker.
- Some public seating will be available in City Plaza but we encourage attendees to bring their own chairs.
- Coolers with outside drinks are prohibited.
- You can refill reusable water bottles and dog bowls at the water station by DRA's tent
- Dogs are allowed but must remained leashed per City of Raleigh rules.
