Posts tagged Durham Living
Durham Fall Events Guide

As the vibrant colors of summer make way for the golden hues of fall, Downtown Durham comes alive with a diverse array of events that capture the essence of the season. From cultural celebrations to outdoor festivals, the 2023 Durham Fall Events Guide is your ticket to experiencing the best of this enchanting time of year in the heart of the city.

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Top Tips for House-Hunting: Finding Your Dream Condo in Downtown Durham

House-hunting can be incredibly exciting. It can also be incredibly challenging, especially when you are looking for your dream condo in the heart of a vibrant city like downtown Durham. With its rich cultural scene, excellent dining options, and thriving community, downtown Durham has become a sought-after destination for urban dwellers. To help you navigate through this thrilling journey of finding your ideal condo, we have compiled the top tips to make your house-hunting experience a success.

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Art Galleries, Theaters, and Museums Near the Vega

Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Durham boasts a vibrant cultural scene that appeals to residents and visitors alike. From art galleries showcasing diverse works to theaters hosting captivating performances and museums delving into history and science, Bull City offers a rich tapestry of cultural experiences. Whether you’re in town for a weekend or have just moved to town, be sure to add these hot spots to your Durham Bucket List!

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Soak Up the Sun at Durham Area Lakes, Pools, and Swimming Holes

Bull City is a fantastic place to live year-round. It truly comes alive in the spring and summer months, though. With Durham’s abundance of parks, trails, and lakes, it's easy to find ways to get outside and soak up the sun. Whether you're looking to take a refreshing dip or simply relax by the water, the area has no shortage of great options. Let’s dive into some of the best places to swim and sunbathe in the Durham area.

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Spring Events in Durham

Durham is nothing if not unique. To really understand Bull City, you have to experience it yourself. The essence of our town is present at many of the local annual events held around town. From art to cuisine to music and history, Durham comes to life during festival season. If you’re hoping to get to know our fair city a little better this spring, make plans to attend these upcoming events:

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The Benefits of Living in a Walkable Neighborhood

There are a lot of perks that come with life at the Vega. Gourmet kitchens, hardwood floors, and sweeping views are undeniably appealing. Step just outside the building, though, and you’ll find another incredible bonus of moving to our community. Our location makes the entire neighborhood highly walkable. If you’ve ever dreamed about going on a quick walk for a cup of coffee, wanted to stretch your legs before happy hour, or just want easy access to baseball games, concerts, and other events, the Vega is sure to satisfy. Here are just some of the benefits of living in such a walkable place:

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Live the WFH Lifestyle from Downtown Durham

Working from home is no longer a trend – it’s a lifestyle. With many offices closing permanently during the pandemic, more and more employees are opting to work remotely. There are plenty of perks that come with this decision. Without a commute to worry about, there’s more free time to enjoy your living space and neighborhood. Still, working from home can be isolating if you’re not thoughtful about how you spend your time.

If you’re considering living the WFH lifestyle from Bull City, keep these tips in mind:

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Dog-Friendly Destinations Triangle Residents Love

Durham is one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing cities. Friendly vibes and massive growth have attracted no shortage of new residents – even four-legged friends love living in Durham! The dogs of Durham are spoiled for choice when it comes to parks. You and your pooch can find everything you need nearby. From dog-friendly bars to rugged trail adventures, there’s no shortage of fun for your and your canine to have around town. Check out these favorite spots the next time you and Fido want to get out and about.

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Hidden Gems Around Durham

Finding delicious food, tasty drinks, and fun things to do isn’t hard in Durham. Whether you set out by foot or by car, you can’t travel more than a few feet without discovering something new and exciting around town. If you’ve been in Bull City a while, though, you may be eager to get off the beaten path. Thankfully, there are plenty of hidden gems to explore – if you know where to look.

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Why Young Professionals are Flocking to Bull City

Each day, 62 people move to the Triangle. Wake County is growing twice as fast as the rest of the state. It’s not hard to see why. The region is consistently ranked as one of our country’s top places to live, work, and raise a family. Durham, in particular, has seen a rise in residents relocating from the west coast and northeast for a more weather and cost-friendly place to call home. If you’re not convinced, here are a few more reasons to consider a move to Bull City:

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Durham's Best Patios and Rooftop Bars

Summer in North Carolina may be winding to a close, but patio season will last throughout the fall. With truly cold temperatures not kicking in until the end of October, you’ve got plenty of time left to explore Durham’s best patios and rooftop bars. Some would argue that August and September are actually the region’s best months for dining and drinking al fresco – with the hottest days of the summer behind us, enjoy the uniquely Durham vibes at our favorite patios and rooftop bars:

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Cool Off with Sweet Treats in Durham

In the dog days of a North Carolina summer, ice cream is the ultimate way to treat yourself. Thankfully, Durham isn’t short on delicious flavors. From guava to cherry lime and butterscotch to coffee bourbon, there’s something for every craving. On a mission to try the very best that Bull City has to offer? Allow us to be your guide through all things sweet, cold, and creamy!

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Date Night in Downtown Durham

City lights are the perfect backdrop for a fun, romantic evening. Downtown Durham’s exceptional art and dining scenes, old-school architectural touches, and variety of cultural experiences make it a great place for a date night! Whether you’re meeting someone for the first time or celebrating an anniversary, you can’t go wrong in Downtown Durham. Here are some of our suggestions.

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Easy Ski Trips From Durham

Few states can claim to have extensive mountain and beach areas, and North Carolina is one of those states. Living in Durham gives you easy day-trip access to both!

As winter rolls in, you might be itching to hit the slopes. North Carolina has many ski options across the Blue Ridge mountains that dominate the Western part of the state, but today we’ll focus on three near the Boone area, as it’s a bit quicker to reach than Asheville.

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Durham in the Fall

Though you might not know it from the heat, the end of summer is quickly approaching in the Triangle. Soon we’ll be enjoying sweater weather, crunchy leaves, and other autumn trappings as 2021 winds down. As one of the cultural centers of North Carolina, Durham and the surrounding areas offer lots of great ways to enjoy the most beautiful season of the year! Here are some of our favorites.

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Matt VaughanFall, Durham Living