We have unmatched art, history, live music, and genuine local vibes. There’s always something happening in Chapel Hill — from seasonal festivals to foodie experiencesto random evenings out on the town.
If you’re a sports fan – you’ll always have something to do with easy access to events at Duke and NC State. And even better, you can keep it local by catching the high-performing women’s soccer, field hockey, and tennis teams at UNC, or if you’re into professional hockey, take a quick trip to Raleigh to see the Stanley Cup-winning Carolina Hurricanes.
Take an afternoon to enjoy PlayMakers Repertory Company, which draws thousands annually to UNC’s Paul Green Theater. In the evenings, lounge at local clubs like Cat’s Cradle or Local 506, and enjoy the reveries of established and emerging artists in an intimate setting. We’ve also got old school arcades like Baxter Arcade and 50+ year-running cinema hotspots like the Varsity Theatre on Franklin Street — a perfect place for photo ops.
Our food scene is amoung the best in the state, you’ll find that we have resturants that are anywhere from one to 100 years old here. You can experience a Chapel Hill tradition at Sutton’s – with the walls lined with local history or try Andrea Reusing’s James Beard award-winning cuisines at Lantern — an Asian Fusion restaurant with a whimsical patio ideal for business events. If you’re a coffee lover, you’ll find plenty of unique spots to fuel your caffeine fix. Curl up with a good book at Epilogue, a cozy café and independent bookstore, or sip espresso and tea at Caffè Driade, where a serene, wooded setting creates the perfect atmosphere for nature lovers.
We also have 750 acres of parks and public spaces throughout Chapel Hill, while our recently renovated skate park provides the ultimate hangout for beginners and intermediates. And if you’re seeking an artistic community, you’re in luck. Murals and public art color our town – while the Ackland Art Museum is the perfect place to get lost in.
