Discover places to dine, drink, and shop, plus find services, green spaces, art and entertainment venues, and hotels by checking out a new interactive map now available from Downtown Durham, Inc.!
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There’s nothing quite like Durham in the fall. While much has been written about autumn in New York, the season hits different down south. Bull City comes alive this time of year – it’s time to bust out the cozy sweaters, treat yourself to a pumpkin spice coffee, and enjoy all that downtown Durham has to offer.
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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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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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Visit Downtown Durham for this week's Thursday night Small Plates Crawl! Each participating restaurant and bar features something special... Some venues highlight a special small plate, others offer discounts, and some provide pairings from their bar.
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Meet your local community by joining fitness classes offered by Camp Gladiator at Durham Central Park!
Join trainers Mari Dalman and Kristy Moore for outdoor, socially distanced workouts Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:15 pm and 6:30 pm.
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Baseball season is here! Make plans to take in a Durham Bulls game and enjoy the fun, family-friendly atmosphere of downtown's Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Stick around after the game for a beautiful fireworks display on Fridays and most Saturday nights!
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Durham comes alive in the summer months – and so does the Vega. There’s always some new restaurant to check out, concert to attend, or festival happening. Vega residents are ideally located to explore all that Durham has to offer this summer. Be sure to add these upcoming events to your calendar!
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There are few things as synonymous with Durham as the Bulls. Even if you’re not a baseball fan, there’s something undeniable about the atmosphere found at the stadium. From the gorgeous green grass to the locally brewed beer to the snorting bull that promises free steak to anyone who strikes it, there’s truly no place like the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. If you’re hoping to attend your first game this season, keep these tips in mind:
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Spring has finally sprung! It’s the perfect time of year to soak up some sunshine and enjoy all that Durham has to offer. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, nature lover, or serious hiker, there is no shortage of scenic trails to explore around the area. Keep these options in mind for your next outdoor adventure:
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When the sun goes down, Durham comes alive. Odds are good that you’re overdue for a night on the town, so call a babysitter, grab your friends, and hit these downtown Durham favorites!
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Ready to spend some time outside? Peruse the offerings at the Durham Farmers' Market!
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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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A fantastic advantage of an urban lifestyle is the ability to walk to nearby restaurants, coffee shops, entertainment venues, and more. This will be especially true at The Vega, where you will easily be able to immerse yourself in everything that makes Downtown Durham so unique.
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Interested in moving to Downtown Durham? With new construction popping up all over the place, you have a lot of options! But if you’re looking for condominium living with modern architecture and cutting-edge features – with a prime location to boot – the Vega should be at the top of your list.
Here are three of the best features the Vega offers its residents.
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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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Nothing makes a morning (and sometimes a very busy evening) better than a great cup of coffee, and in Downtown Durham you have plenty of options. Here are some of our favorites!
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The Vega places you just minutes from Downtown Durham’s dynamic lifestyle! Shops, restaurants, and festivals are just beyond The Vega's front door. Stroll through neighboring Durham Central Park and the Farmers' Market! Duke University, Durham Performing Arts Center, and Durham Bulls Athletic Park are but a few of the numerous venues within walking distance.
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Durham, North Carolina is a microcosm of the state’s history as a whole, a product of the intersection of the industrial revolution and sweeping social change over the 20th century. The city’s history is quite visible in its neighborhoods; some locals have identified over 25 distinct neighborhoods within city limits!
Here we’ve identified some of the city’s most distinct or interesting neighborhoods!
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Just across the street from The Vega is the Durham Farmer’s Market, a year-round establishment selling fresh produce grown by local farmers, as well as artisanal foods and handcrafted wares.
Located at the Pavilion at Durham Central Park, the main season market is open Saturdays from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM through November 20. Or, visit the market mid-week, Wednesdays from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM through October 13.
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