Volume 11 Tavern has good music, service, and great atmosphere due in part because of it's location in what used to be a warehouse. You will hear some great metal music from bands who know how to entertain the crowd. This Raleigh's premier rock n' roll venue and can hold over 500 people. There are shows for all types of people and for all age groups and genres. Volume 11 Tavern is open only on the days when a show is happening. Check the website for events calendar and show timings.

Spanning across 80,000 acres (32,375 hectares), the Memorial Auditorium located in the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts is an excellent facility to catch an event. The interior provides as much beauty as the performances that are held here. The Auditorium seats 2277 and provides high-end lighting and sound. The Memorial Auditorium is home to the North Carolina Symphony and the North Carolina Theater. The Auditorium is available for rent and is able to accommodate any event.

The Meymandi Concert Hall is a premier facility located on the west side of the Progress Energy Center. Usual home of the North Carolina Symphony, the Concert hall can accommodate up to 1700 people at a time. The classic shoe-box like design, narrow sides, and shallow balconies aids in the creation of acoustical masterpieces. For an experience of a complete concert performance, the Meymandi Concert Hall is not a bad option.

Kennedy Theater is located in the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh. The theater has a seating capacity of around 170 and has state-of-the-art sound and light systems. This unique, black-box structure hosts the nontraditional performances by groups like the "Hot Summer Nights" and the "Burning Coal Theater."

Located in the city of Raleigh is a small but lively cafe, The Berkeley Cafe. Although small, the ambiance definitely makes up for what the place lacks in space. Check out some of the popular bands, such as Better Off Dead, The Wiyos, Cougar Magnum, The Gougers and many more strumming tunes and entertaining the crowds. The food and drinks available here are pretty good as well, tuck into a Buffalo Chicken Sandwich or a Berkeley Burger while you enjoy the music.

This movie theater has many movie screens each hosting the latest movie release for your viewing pleasure. For a more enjoyable experience, sit back and relax with popcorn and a soda from the refreshment stand. For film times, ticket prices and further information please see their website.

An excellent music venue that offers a wide range of performers. Listen to popular musicians or local favorites. A place where relatively unknown but upcoming bands are creating their own genre. A unique and intimate music venue! Check the website for tours, tickets and bookings.

A favorite for the after-work crowd, this bar caters to cigar and martini lovers-both connoisseurs and those who aspire to be. Although it doesn't look like much from the outside, it is quite a find for those who want a quiet place to relax, far from the demands of work or the boisterous crowds downtown. The atmosphere is masculine, but not stuffy, and the staff is friendly and offers great service. There is no dress code and, for a small fee, anyone can become a member.

Aroma of warm cheese and tasty entrees will welcome you at Melting Pot. This French cuisine eatery is famous for the delicious fondues that it specializes in. The helpful staff will guide you through the extensive menu that lists an array of delectable dishes. Everyday is a feast at this diner, themes like Slow Down Sunday, Sin Monday, Wine on Wednesday etc. create a fun environment. No wonder this versatile place has won the "Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence" in 2004 and 2007.

Disco Rodeo is a live music venue located in the city of Raleigh. This venue books musicians that range the gambit of music genres. Disco Rodeo doesn't have a website so you'll have to follow your favorite artist to determine when or if they'll play here next. There's ample parking but come early if you want to grab a good spot in which to watch the bands perform. The venue provides both a ground floor and balcony in which to view the performance but it's standing room only. Disco Rodeo is easy to find off of Interstate 440.