30-05-2025
5 changes in Triangle nightlife, music and community gathering spaces
Stories by News & Observer journalists, with AI summarization
Downtown Raleigh and the Triangle nightlife are evolving as long-standing venues like The Architect Bar and The Green Monkey close their doors. New concepts are emerging, like a planned garden bar in Hillsborough's former Hot Tin Roof space, aiming to provide more community and family appeal. On Franklin Street, businesses such as Playa Bowls and Starbucks are filling some vacancies, while the vacancy rate remains a concern for restaurants and entertainment spots.
Music scenes are adapting too, with the end of major festivals like the International Bluegrass festival prompting calls for cities to support new events. Local leaders and business owners are working to renew gathering spaces and keep the region's nightlife and arts culture active and welcoming.
A major face lift and vibe shift is planned for a longtime Triangle bar space. | Published June 21, 2024 | Read Full Story by Drew Jackson
Chapel Hill's downtown district has experienced a number of vacancies and high-profile business closings in recent years. | Published August 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Tammy Grubb
'Thank you for the love, laughs, and memories,' the owners said. 'We've loved connecting with each of you.' | Published February 14, 2025 | Read Full Story by Renee Umsted Anna Roman
Pour one out for this downtown Raleigh favorite. | Published March 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Drew Jackson
Hopscotch and a reimagined bluegrass festival return this year. And people are talking about a festival in Dix Park after Dreamville. | Published March 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Anna Roman
The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
