Past Events

December
Our sweetie Yamillionaire is back in the booth DJing after Rubi De Lujo. Add a little shine to your night and spin along with her tracks on our dance floor!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Ruby’s weekly daytime drag showcase! RSVP for Drag Brunch by DMing Ruby Deluxe on social media to reserve your table. Our performers rotate every week so there’s always something new to see!
Find out moreThe Body Party
A celebration created for, by, and about Black Femmes. Hosted by Alex Thee Rabbit! Featuring Espi O Najj, Kimora Brooks, and Chelsica Rose. 21+, $10, masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreDancing & world domination all night starting at 11:00! The takeover lasts til 2am.
Find out moreOn Sunday, August 1st, we are hosting the Venus Fly Trap Comedy Show.
Showtime starts at 7pm Doors open at 6:30 $10 at the door.
We got a Stage. We got mics. We got Plugs. Come and do your Thing!
Find out moreRuby Deluxe presents New Year's Eve 2022. Featuring performances by Ruby and Aquamarine Liqueur and DJ sets all night, toast the end of 21! You can buy your tickets online in advance but members can buy their tickets at the door for $5. However, when we're sold out... we're sold out! Midnight champagne toast included with ticket sale. Spotlight performances begin at 10pm but the music runs all night. There will be a coat check available on-site. Remember, masks are…
Find out moreJanuary
By this time, it will be 2022 and you'll probably be hungover or glad that this is your off night! We are going to continue celebrating with Drag Performances with Mx Merlot and The Aris! Sounds By The Gay Agenda! AND ITS FREE ALL NIGHT!!!!!
Find out moreOur monthly electronic showcase returns: 3-5 artists perform 20-45 minute sets with the only rule being you are only allowed two PA channels: LEFT and RIGHT.
Find out moreRuby’s Amateur Drag and Talent Show Happens monthly, every 1st Thursday Starting At 9pm. Doors open at 8PM The theme for Glitter Hour will be "Glitz & Glam". Come Show off your looks! Hosted by Chelsica Rose!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreJoin Us on January 13th for a great show. -Jenny Besetzt does not shy away from a cathartic release. Just listen to the title tracks from their two full-length records—Only and Tender Madness—and it’s clear that the lean economy of their post-punk underpinnings is bursting with a poignant vulnerability. Maybe it’s the history of Romanticism encoded in vocalist John Wollaber’s DNA—he was born in Germany to an opera singer—that explains the band’s affinity to soften the sharper edges of their…
Find out moreJoin Us on the 14th of January for Our Friday Show! -Youth League, Durham NC (Post-Pop/Post-Rock) -Zephyranthes, Raleigh NC (Psychedelic/Progressive/Math Rock) -Oberlin, Raleigh NC (Acoustic/Industrial/Metal/Rock/Folk) -Clout Chaser, Western NC (Math Rock)
Find out moreThe Body Party
A celebration created for, by, and about Black Femmes. Hosted by Alex Thee Rabbit! Featuring Envyy Valentino, Espi O Najj and Kimora Brooks. Show starts at 10PM, 21+, $10, masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreSapphic Spark
Sapphic Spark is an event for Queer Woman & Enbies. with Pop-Up Performances by Princess Lola & Ronalyn Also Featuring GiGi, Our GoGo Dancer. $10 Cover 9PM-Midnight
Find out moreWho’s ready for Gayborhood Raleigh voted #1 show! Bizarre is back with host Ruby Liqueur and performances by Aquamarine Liqueur, Pryzm & Lola LeStrange. Doors open at 8pm show starts at 10pm, $10 at the door. Don’t forget your vaccination cards and masks!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreOn Sunday, January 23rd, we are hosting the Venus Fly Trap Comedy Show. Showtime starts at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. $10 at the door. Link for advanced tickets:
Find out moreFebruary
Join Ruby Deluxe and Stonewall Raleigh for a live reading of queer, erotic fiction! Directly after the event is the Glitter Hour at 10pm!
Find out moreThe Glitter Hour returns! Hosted by Miz Vava Voom, these special event allows soon-to-be drag stars to show their stuff and hone their craft in front of an audience of friends, peers, and other artists. A $75 cash prize will be presented to the winner and other prizes may be won throughout the night! This event is 21+, $5 for non-performers, and begins after Stonewall Raleigh's Erotic Fiction Reading. THEME: POP DIVA ERA Masks and Proof of Vaxxx required!
Find out moreLilith Flair
Lilith Flair is back for the first time in 2022! Now with more flair (again)! Starring Rosenriot, Sol Luna, and the ever-gorgeous Jazzlyn. $10 and 21+. Masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreLilith Flair is back for the first time in 2022! Now with more flair (again)! Starring Rosenriot, Sol Luna, and the ever-gorgeous Jazzlyn. $10 and 21+. Masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreAugurs and Fast Preacher are entering the Glitter Dungeon to bring their sounds to your ears. Paying $10 gets you all you could want and more. 21+, $10, doors at 8, show at 8:30!
Find out moreFriday February 11th Doors 8pm Show 8:30 $12 - Mask + Vax Requried DE( )T (Ral) Raleigh freak band - precision through power, call it punk call it wave everyone's got to PAY https://www.instagram.com/de_tband/ PATOIS COUNSELORS (Charlotte) Unmissable -- one of the finest units operating anywhere today "dystopian funked up punk, its songs rattling and pounding in off-kilter ways, like a boxer hitting hard as he falls sideways onto the mat." - dusted mag https://patoiscounselors.bandcamp.com/album/the-optimal-seat ART STAR (Charleston, SC) Reason…
Find out moreRUBI DE LUJO
Rubi de Lujo is a “Queer Latine escándalo” Hosted by Miss B. Haven. Doors open at 8pm show starts at 9:30pm $10 at the door! Bring those dollar bills!!! And don’t forget to bring a mask and proof of vaccination.
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreSapphic Fire
Our second sapphic showcase returns, featuring Alexxxis Titter Glitz, Espi O'Najj, Felix Blu, and Ronalyn! DJ Yamillionaire will be providing the vibes for tonight <3 Remember, proof of vaxxx and masks are required!
Find out moreThe Body Party
A celebration created for, by, and about Black Femmes. Hosted by Alex Thee Rabbit! Featuring Espi O Najj and Kimora Brooks. 21+, $10, masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreA night of singing and queer showcasing created for queers by queers. Hosted by Ruby Deluxe's resident siren, Ronalyn.
Find out moreProof Of Vaccination or Recent Negative Covid test along with ID required! Doors 8, show 830 Tickets 10 in advance and 13 day of https://www.eventbrite.com/.../snake-mountain-revival... Snake Mountain Revival Virgina Beach trio surfing heavy-psych swells. Heavy backbeats drive a hazy brew of heady groove and lithe melody. Their Ripple Music/Rebel Waves Records debut, Everything In Sight, is out now. https://ripplemusic.bandcamp.com/album/everything-in-sight https://www.facebook.com/snakemountainrevival/ Book of Wyrms (Richmond VA) heavy metal band originating from Richmond, Virginia. Forming in 2015 and described as "Outer Space…
Find out moreWho’s ready for Gayborhood Raleigh voted #1 show! Bizarre is back with host Ruby Liqueur and performances by Aquamarine Liqueur, Pryzm & Lola LeStrange. Doors open at 8pm show starts at 10pm, $10 at the door. Don’t forget your vaccination cards and masks!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreVenus Fly Trap
On Sunday, February 27th, we are hosting the Venus Fly Trap Comedy Show. Showtime starts at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. $10 at the door. Link for advanced tickets below.
Find out moreMarch
Queeryoke
A night of singing and queer showcasing created for queers by queers. Hosted by Ruby Deluxe's resident siren, Ronalyn.
Find out moreMASK AND PROOF OF VAXXX REQUIRED As YES! Weekly wrote, "THIRSTY CURSES make rock’n’roll, with a boisterous beer-swilling edge to it. Many of these songs are about living it up while things fall apart at the seams, or at least trying to find some glory in chaos and meaninglessness." Thirsty Curses has a unique and distinct sound that blends across numerous rock subgenres. As Music Mecca noted in its write-up on Thirsty Curses' newest single, "Nothing Really Matters", "This head-banging…
Find out moreThe Glitter Hour returns with your spectacular host, Miz Vava Voom! This month's theme is *~*~90s~*~* so come out in your most chic/grunge get-up to get down!
Find out moreLilith Flair
Lilith Flair is back! Now with more flair (again)! $10 and 21+. Masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreCome Shake Your Bones with DJ BIG LYD! Immediately following Lilith Flair!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out morePhantom Handshakes is a lo-fi, dream pop collaboration between Federica Tassano and Matt Sklar. https://phantomhandshakes.bandcamp.com/album/no-more-summer-songs https://www.facebook.com/phantomhandshakes/ https://www.instagram.com/phantomhandshakes/ Pinky Verde is sounds and recordings by Heather. New single "velour" out now. https://pinkyverde.bandcamp.com https://www.facebook.com/pinkyverdeband/ https://www.instagram.com/pinky_verde/ Doors at 8, show at 8:30, $10 and 21+. Masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreSIMPLY - HAVING - A WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYTIME DOORS 8PM SHOW 830PM $10 at the DOOR Dissimilar South // Based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Dissimilar South has been categorized as indie rock, new folk, Americana, and even polished pop-country. Whatever they are, their refreshing sound is characterized by rich instrumentation, honest lyrics and luscious harmonies. Though members have come and gone, Dissimilar South's core is the musical relationship between Carter Hodge and Maddie Fisher, now a six year affair. Babehoven…
Find out more***PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED at Ruby Deluxe*** Ed Schrader's Music Beat / Jenny Besetzt / HNDCLW presented by I Hate the Weekend 21+ $15 advance tickets $19 day of show Ed Schrader’s Music Beat is a Baltimore-based post-punk band consisting of Ed Schrader and Devlin Rice. Ed and Devlin first met nearly a decade ago while performing in separate acts on the legendary 2008 Baltimore Round Robin tour (curated by Dan Deacon and also including Beach House and Future Islands);…
Find out moreLooking for something different in Raleigh nightlife? Check out this Glow Rave! Join us Miz Vava Voom's newest party creation with: ALL NIGHT Drag performances The debut of DJ XENO FLORA Body Painting and lights to make your paint look great! Come in your favorite neon looks or come prepared in all black or white and paint yourself!! Yes, the paint is all washable!! Drag performances will be all black light lit and our performers have some amazing surprises with…
Find out moreRubi de Lujo is a “Queer Latine escándalo” Hosted by Miss B. Haven. This is Raleigh's premiere latine Drag Show and definitely should not be missed. All are welcome to be dazzled by the triangle's best Latine Drag performers. Arrive as early as 8pm but don't be late. This show kicks off at 10 sharp!
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreIf you are ready for live music like we are, one of our biggest Hopscotch shows is back! Max Gowan brings the full band for an exciting night of bops! Infinity Crush is "American Bedroom Pop" from Raleigh, NC and is stealing the heck out of our hearts. Come see. It is a Monday show, so arrive at 8pm to see the whole show!
Find out moreMath rock, Prog rock, Galaxy Rock! A whole lot of weirdo this Thursday. We’re excited.
Find out moreYOUTH LEAGUE post-pop trio with the sounds of tapping guitar acrobats, lush post-rock with a live looping approach https://youthleagueband.bandcamp.com TOOTHSOME https://toothsome.bandcamp.com/ Influenced by music of the 80’s and 90’s this Greensboro, NC band concocts a new mixture of Cure sounds ladled with indie rock and post-punk sensibilities. LIONER https://lioner.bandcamp.com/ An adroit bard-rock band from sunny Raleigh, NC with ties to music jumbos such as The Weather, Colossus, Noncanon & Uncomfortable. They aim to delight & confound with their oddly catchy…
Find out moreThe Body Party
A celebration created for, by, and about Black Femmes. Hosted by Alex Thee Rabbit! Featuring Espi O Najj and Kimora Brooks. 21+, $10, masks and proof of vaxxx required.
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreJoin us to see 6 of your favorite drag queens read each other for filth! These frenemies will have you in tears. Grab your tickets before they're gone. $15 in advance $20 at the door
Find out moreOpen Mic Night returns in March! Hosted by Rosenriot, doors and sign ups begin at 8pm with performances starting at 9. The mic is open to performers of all kinds. No jokes, songs, or poems made at the expense of another's identity or lived experiences. Love only at Ruby Deluxe.
Find out moreLive music at Ruby continues this Friday with Indianapolis band Moon Goons and Raleigh's very own Bottom Shelf. This DIY show is starting at 8:30 sharp. Tickets can be found Here!
Find out moreSapphic Spark
A sexy evening for queer women, enbies and sapphics of all kind filled with of dance parties, burlesque performances by Gigi and soulful singing by Crystal Hilaire. Hosted by Alexxxis Titter Glitz.
Find out moreMX Bizarre returns with a drag competition to conjure up the newest member of the House of Vein. This pageant is open to all, but limited to 10 entries. DM Ruby Liqueur HERE! to secure your spot and pay the entry fee. This showcase of horrors and drag competition will be hosted by our own Queen of the Damned, Ruby Liqueur and the haunt don’t stop after that! Our Dance Til You’re Dead Afterparty will feature DJ Yamillionaire. Details:Competitors will…
Find out moreDrag Brunch
Join us every Sunday for Drag Brunch with a rotating cast of performers and the amazing DJ Yamillionaire spinning and hosting. Reserve your seats on EventBrite(Link below).
Find out moreQueeryoke
A night of singing and queer showcasing created for queers by queers. Hosted by Ruby Deluxe's resident siren, Ronalyn.
Find out moreApril
***PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED at Ruby Deluxe*** Ins Kino / Films On Song / Slow Teeth $10 - 8:00 Ins Kino Ins Kino is the musical project of Raleigh-based singer/songwriter, Evan Farkas. His songwriting brims with catchy hooks and flair for the cinematic. His debut EP, Ins Kino, was released on March 26, 2021. The live band is rounded out by Triangle musicians Thomas McNeeley (Jenny Besetzt, Faang Street) on keyboards, Justin Ellis (Happy Abandon, Alex Riggs band) on drums,…
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