Wake County 2026 Second Quarter Tourism Industry Report
Friday, August 14, 2026, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (August 14, 2026) – Visit Raleigh has released the Wake County Tourism Industry Report for the second quarter of 2026. Key performance indicators (KPIs), hospitality tax collections and prepared food and beverage tax collections have seen reliable growth over 2025 year-to-date...
Meet Your Artisan Makers in Raleigh, N.C.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (August Day, 2026) – With more than 90 percent of downtown stores and restaurants being locally owned and a state history as the largest textile producer in the country, Raleigh embraces its identity as a vibrant capital city center where creativity is stitched into every...
Raleigh’s Locally Owned Downtown Offers a Citywide Convention Experience
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (July 23, 2026) – In North Carolina’s capital city, convention connection extends beyond the exhibit hall. Rather than relying solely on traditional convention amenities, Raleigh’s 90% locally owned, walkable downtown restaurant and retail scene offers attendees...
Raleigh Convention Center Drives Momentum as a Go-To Venue for Sporting Events
Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 9am
Raleigh, N.C. (June 30, 2026) – The Raleigh Convention Center (RCC) continues to elevate its reputation as a premier venue for dynamic sporting events, showcasing the flexibility and scale that sets it apart as a world-class event venue. Looking ahead, this momentum is matched by significant...
Where Innovation and Collaboration Meet: Raleigh’s Key Industry Events
Monday, June 29, 2026, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (June 29, 2026) At the intersection of professional skill and technological development, Raleigh is an ideal destination for high-impact meetings. For many key industries, the region’s greatest appeal is the innovative and collaborative ethos reflected in its workforce....
2026 Stanley Cup Final Delivers $13.4 Million Economic Boost to Raleigh
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 7am
Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final Generates $13.4 Million With Over 112,000 Attendees Raleigh, N.C. (June 24, 2026) – The Carolina Hurricanes, in conjunction with Visit Raleigh and the National Hockey League, today announced the economic impact statistics from the 2026 Stanley Cup Final...
Venue Spotlight: Cary Tennis Park
Friday, May 29, 2026, 10am
One of the largest public tennis facilities in the Southeast, Cary Tennis Park hosts a wide range of racquet sports, including tennis championships and pickleball tournaments such as the Carvana PPA Tour, plus year-round member programming. A big highlight ahead, the Veolia Pickleball National...
Wake County 2026 First Quarter Tourism Industry Report
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 12pm
Raleigh Tourism Starts the Year Strong Despite Inconsistent Travel Economy Raleigh, N.C. (May 28, 2026) – Visit Raleigh has released the Wake County Tourism Industry Report for the first quarter of 2026. As travel to the U.S. continues to slow nationally, Raleigh’s key performance...
Visit Raleigh Participates in Brand USA Destination Immersion, Showcasing Raleigh Internationally
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1pm
Immersive Trip Developed in Partnership With Brand USA Brings 12 Travel Agents and Tour Operators From Ireland and the U.K. to Experience Raleigh Firsthand Raleigh, N.C. (May 21, 2026) – Visit Raleigh today announced its participation in a recent Brand USA Destination Immersion FAM with the...
Sports Watch: Spring 2026
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 2pm
Upcoming events in Greater Raleigh, N.C.: The Soccer Tournament, WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, May 27-June 1 NCHSAA Baseball State Championships, North Main Athletic Complex, Holly Springs, May 27-30 UNC Health Championship, Raleigh Country Club, May 28-31 Special Olympics N.C. Summer Games, Multiple...