Pop-Up Shops at Wilmington St is programmed by Downtown Raleigh Alliance in partnership with Wake Tech Entrepreneurship & Small Business Center for pop-up retail tenants looking to share an affordable retail space with other up-and-coming retailers, participate in business counseling, and experience the Downtown Raleigh market. The program will relaunch in early summer 2025 and is accepting […]
The Raleigh City Council has voted unanimously to extend the 2-hour free parking program through December 31. With an 8-0 decision, the Council approved continuing the pilot initiative in five City-owned downtown parking decks until the end of the year. Assistant Director of Transportation Kenneth Ritchie commented, “The extension of the 2-hour free parking program […]
Downtown Raleigh is home to a season’s worth of special holiday experiences for you and your family to enjoy. Check out this list of highlights, or visit our event calendar for an up-to-date collection of fun things to do Downtown this December and New Years. Raleigh Christmas Parade Saturday, November 23rd You won’t want to miss the […]
Downtown Raleigh Alliance offers this grant program to incentivize and attract new retail, restaurant, and service businesses, aid in the expansion of existing retail businesses, direct support to strategic areas, accommodate pop-up uses that may convert to long-term tenants, better support minority and women-owned businesses, and ultimately drive a healthy and strong storefront economy in […]
DRA’s 2023 Restaurant Week is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind flavors of Downtown Raleigh. It kicks off this year on Monday, October 2nd and concludes Sunday, October 8th with specials you won’t get any other time this year. Be the first to find out about exclusive Restaurant Week offers, participating restaurants, […]
Pull-Up at Provident is an opportunity for Durham-based founders and business owners to connect each month for learning and support. MORE DETAILS HERE If you: Have an IDEA for a business but don’t know how to make it a reality; Need SUPPORT launching, growing, and/or pivoting your business; Are looking for CAPITAL to take your […]
Local restaurants need our support more than ever. The pandemic has impacted many downtown businesses, including our favorite places to eat. But kitchens are open for you to enjoy your favorite meals while supporting local businesses. Get takeout to enjoy at home or on a picnic. You can also eat outdoors in downtown so make […]
Indulge your palate during the Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week—a week long dining extravaganza showcasing the culinary talent in the heart of the capital city! 1.  Devour decadent three-course prix fixe dinners for either $20 or $30, depending on the venue (tax and tip not included). Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner. 2.  Grab $5 or $10 lunch specials. […]
Enjoy a free, fun night out in Cary’s Downtown Park with your significant other, a group of friends, or just fly solo this Wednesday, July 10th from 7-9pm. Each Park After Dark features unique food from local vendors and entertainment! Long before Al Strong chose the trumpet, his grandparents laid the musical foundation in their […]
Get ready for what will soon be know as “Downtown South,” a 55-acre, $1.9 billion entertainment district in downtown Raleigh. According to ABC11, the proposal includes, “1,200 hotel rooms, 1.6 million square feet of office space and 125,000 square feet of retail and service space” along with a 20,000 seat open-air soccer stadium. Look forward […]
Downtown Raleigh Alliance and Artsplosure are calling artists to submit proposals for an effort to bring life to vacant storefronts in downtown. This project, titled ARTivate Downtown aims to bring new energy to downtown’s pedestrian experience and create another avenue for creativity in our downtown community. Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) is committed to encouraging and […]
A huge fire in downtown Raleigh late last night is still smoldering this morning. Firefighters are still on the scene keeping hot spots under control. The Metropolitan apartment building was under construction at the time, located near the corner of Harrington and Jones Street caught fire around 10pm. One firefighter was injured by falling glass […]
