Downtown Raleigh Blog

New Year Health, Fitness, and Wellness in Downtown Raleigh

With 2021 behind us it’s time for a fresh start: new year, new you, and new goals. This guide includes Downtown Raleigh businesses that can help you achieve your New Year’s resolutions to live a happier and healthier life in 2022.

Holiday Hub 2021

From sweet treats to stocking stuffers, the Holiday Hub is your complete guide to all things festive and fun in Downtown Raleigh.

Thanksgiving Dine-In & Takeout in Downtown Raleigh

Enjoy dine-in or carry-out Thanksgiving food from these Downtown Raleigh restaurants.

Things to Do in Downtown Raleigh This Fall

A list of things to eat, buy, and try in Downtown Raleigh to celebrate the harvest season & support small businesses.

Ambassador of the Month – August 2021: Richard Laipple

Meet August's Ambassador of the Month

French Fries in Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh’s robust dining scene has a considerable number of establishments with creative, flavorful, and gourmet french fry dishes.

DRA's State of Downtown 2021 presented by PNC - Award Winners

Ambassador of the Month – July 2021: Tashonna Farmer

Meet July's Ambassador of the Month

2021 Imprint Award Winners

The Downtown Raleigh Alliance is honoring five significant construction projects with Imprint Awards at the State of Downtown Raleigh 2021 event.

Frozen Treats in Downtown Raleigh

Using this list, you can cool down and satisfy your sweet tooth no matter where you are in Downtown’s six districts.

Ambassador of the Month: Graham Bramwell

Meet June's Ambassador of the Month

Ambassador of the Month: Charley Penny

Meet May's Ambassador of the Month

Ambassador of the Month: Dana Klonowski

Meet April's Ambassador of the Month

Ambassador of the Month: Richard Laipple

Meet DRA's March Ambassador of the Month!

Downtown Raleigh Public Realm Study

Share your feedback and ideas!

DTR Staycation Guide

Downtown Raleigh Routes: 1-Mile Self-Guided Tour

Discover Downtown: HERstory Public Art Walk

Ambassador of the Month: Darlene McClain

Women-Owned Businesses in DTR

Where to Order Boxed Lunches for Your Team in DTR

Ways to Say "I Love You": Your Guide to Valentine's Day

Downtown Raleigh's Black-owned Businesses

Super Bowl Sunday Specials

Ambassador of the Month: Tashonna Farmer

Where to Enjoy Outdoor Dining in DTR

Where to Order Cocktails To-Go in DTR

Duke Energy Storefront Revitalization Grant Recipients: Round Two

The Artists of Illuminate: Part 2

Where to Pick-Up Bubbly, Beer, & Spirits for NYE

Ambassador of the Month: Sean Hulett

The Artists of Illuminate: Part 1

Holiday Meals and Festive Specials in Downtown Raleigh

Eat your way through the holidays with this list of DTR restaurants offering seasonal specials

Kick off the holiday right

How to Safely Celebrate the Holidays in DTR

Here is a list of holiday happenings, seasonal sweets, and festive beverages.

DTR Businesses Funded by Round One of the Duke Energy Storefront Revitalization Grant

Downtown Raleigh 2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Duke Energy Storefront Revitalization Grant Recipients

More than 60 Local Businesses Receive Financial Assistance for Revitalization Efforts

Spooky Sites in Downtown Raleigh

Guest Blog by Ernest Dollar of City of Raleigh Museum

How to Safely Celebrate Halloween in DTR

Here is a list of spooky libations and treats plus Halloween happenings

Dine Out Downtown: A How-To Guide

2020 State of Downtown Downtown Advocate Award Winner - Kelly McChesney

2020 State of Downtown Distinguished Leadership Award Winner - Caroline Welch

2020 State of Downtown Imprint Award Winners

Where to Work Outdoors in Downtown Raleigh

Your Guide to Outdoor Spaces in Downtown Raleigh

Ambassador of the Month: Graham Bramwell

Where to Drink and Dine Outdoors in Downtown Raleigh

Ambassador of the Month: John Morgan

Ways to Add/Expand Outdoor Dining During COVID-19 - A Guide for DTR Businesses

Learn about the various options and how to apply for outdoor dining

Ambassador of the Month: Charley Penny

Meet Mr. Penny who has been a DRA Ambassador for 13 years

Moving Forward Together in Downtown Raleigh

A statement from Bill King, DRA President and CEO

DTR Graduation Gift Guide: Stay Home & Celebrate

Celebrate grads at home with DTR gifts

Ambassador of the Month: Kyle Williams

Meet our March Ambassador of the Month!

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Stay-At-Home Edition

Local gifts for the incredible moms in our community

Ambassador of the Month: Richard Laipple

Meet our February Ambassador of the Month!

How to Celebrate Easter & Support DTR Businesses

Stay Home and Celebrate Spring

Virtual Experiences from Downtown Raleigh Institutions

Experience DTR culture from your couch

Virtual Workouts by Downtown Raleigh Gyms & Fitness Studios

How to get fit at home

Where to Order Takeout & Delivery in Downtown Raleigh

Support DTR Businesses During COVID-19

How to Stay Safe and Support Downtown Raleigh Businesses

An update regarding COVID-19

Ambassador of the Month: Quenasha Harris

Meet Our Ambassador of the Month!

Downtown Raleigh Blooms: Where to buy flowers on Valentine's Day

Stop and shop the roses

#FirstFridayRaleigh

February First Friday - 2020 New Members

2020's New First Friday Members

Valentine's Day Gifts in Downtown Raleigh

Love is in the Air

Family-Friendly Fun in Downtown Raleigh

Where to visit, eat, and have fun with your kids in DTR

Decade in Review: Downtown Raleigh's 10-Year Growth

What's in store for 2020 and beyond

DTR Gift Guide 2019: For Those with Everything

For those who have it all, aka the most difficult to shop for crowd

DTR Gift Guide 2019: For Hosts/Hostesses

For the hosts and hostesses with the mosts and mostesses

DTR Gift Guide 2019: For Kiddos

For the kids of all ages who keep life fun

2019 DTR Gift Guide: For Men

For the guys of all genres who deserve a cool surprise

2019 DTR Gift Guide: For Women

For the ladies in your life who deserve the world (but that's too difficult to wrap)

2019 DTR Holiday Hub

Where to shop, how to park, what to eat in Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Districts

Downtown Raleigh's Warehouse District

Where to shop for a fresh fall wardrobe in Downtown Raleigh

Take the #PepsiFirstFriday Passport Challenge

Free Things To Do in Downtown Raleigh

First Friday Art Walk

A Progressive Night Out for First Friday

2019 Farmers Market Vendors

Moore Square Market Vendors

May is Bike Month

Celebrate Bike Month in Downtown Raleigh

Sweet Treats for Mother's Day

Suns Out, Paws Out: Your Dog-Friendly Guide to First Friday

Downtown’s Raleigh Newest Tenants with the Newest View

Get Outside and Enjoy Movement @ Market

The Creation of a Fashion Retail Cluster in Downtown Raleigh

Keep an Eye out for First Friday Pop-Ups While Wandering Around the Warehouse District

Oscar Diaz of The Cortez is a James Beard Award Nominee for Best Chef in Southeast

What's Building in Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh Construction Sites

What building is that?

First Friday Date Night in Glenwood South

Floraffiti Public Art Project Comes Back to Downtown Raleigh

Discover Downtown Tour: Rainbow Building Recap

Bill King Becomes DRA President and CEO

DRA Board Proudly Supports the Adoption Dix Park Master Plan

Valentine's Day

Bouquets for Valentine's Day in Downtown Raleigh

Discover Downtown Tour at The Saint Raleigh

Economic Development Quarterly Report Shows $2 Billion in Downtown Raleigh’s Investment Pipeline

Your Family-Friendly Guide to First Friday Raleigh

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Visits to Raleigh

blue lotus to Donate Class Proceeds to Carroll’s Kitchen

DRA Unveils New Website for Downtown Raleigh

2018 Year in Review

Eric Swan Joins the DRA as Economic Development Analyst

Six Things to Do for Family Fun in Downtown Raleigh

Raleigh provides fun for all ages.

Downtown Raleigh Romance: Eight Fun Date Ideas

Plan a memorable and romantic date for your someone special

16 Raleigh-Themed Gift Ideas

Don't know what to get your loved ones this holiday season? Look no further!