You got a guy™ for venue tickets

Moore Square Tickets

Location
Raleigh Event Venue Guide | Seating, Pa

Now selling

Upcoming Events at Moore Square

Loading current ticket availability

The venue

About Moore Square

Moore Square is a 4-acre urban public park located at 201 S. Blount Street in downtown Raleigh. Known for its flexible spaces, the venue hosts festivals, markets, outdoor movies, busker performances, and signature programs like First Friday Market & Movie and Jazz in the Square. With no fixed seating, events unfold on the lawn or with temporary setups, making Moore Square a versatile backdrop for large-scale city festivities, including major stages during the Hopscotch Music Festival.

Whether you’re planning a day out, attending a concert, or coordinating a group visit, you’ll find practical details below to help you secure your experience with ease.

Moore Square sits within Raleigh’s central transit network and is bordered by a growing array of hotels and dining options within a short walk. For parking, the adjacent Moore Square Parking Deck offers convenient access with weekday free periods and affordable hourly/daily rates. When planning a trip, consider nearby transit hubs and multi-modal options to minimize driving. We’ve got you covered with insider tips on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to help you secure your seats and enjoy the day without hassle.

Note: For specific event details, check the individual event page as arrangements can vary by date and program.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Moore Square, 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.
  • Venue type: Four-acre urban public park that hosts festivals, markets, movies, and busker/concert programs.
  • Seating/chart: No fixed seating; events use the lawn or temporary setups (e.g., First Friday Market & Movie invites attendees to relax on the lawn).
  • Capacity: No fixed capacity; large events can draw thousands; Hopscotch 2024 aimed to bring >20,000 people to downtown with main stages at Moore Square.
  • Parking: Moore Square Parking Deck at 233 S. Wilmington Street; 2 hours free parking on weekdays; $2/hour after; $14 daily max; special event parking often $10.
  • Transit: Nearby transit hub history includes GoTriangle’s Raleigh Union Bus Station (RUS) opening Aug 3, 2025; City bus service continues from Moore Square; the area is bordered by Raleigh’s central transit network.
  • Nearby hotels: Raleigh Marriott City Center, Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown, The Casso Raleigh Downtown, among others within ~0.5–1 mile.
  • Notable events hosted: Hopscotch Music Festival uses Moore Square as a main-stage site; Raleigh Downtown Live (historic 2005–2009) was a notable Moore Square event; First Friday Market & Movie and Jazz in the Square are recurring events; Skate Moore Square activations have occurred.