American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial AssociationRaleigh, N.C., Welcomes the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association!

May 2-6, 2023
Raleigh Convention Center

Let us be among the first to welcome you to Raleigh! We look forward to hosting the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association's 80th Annual Meeting. Below you'll find links for some of the best things to do while you're in town, dining and more!

Get conference information here.
 

Things to do and dining in Raleigh, N.C.



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Recent Articles

Arts

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's next book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation of American Roots Music," was published in the fall of 2023 by...

Arts

One of the Tar Heel State's favorite annual holiday events is back and brighter than ever—yes, the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is returning to the Raleigh area for a 10th time!...

Arts

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation...

Arts

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation...

Things to Do

The 81st annual Raleigh Christmas Parade will take place Sat., Nov. 22 in downtown Raleigh, with a 9:30am start time. Read on for all the details! There's no surer sign of the holiday season...

Dining & Drinks

A huge breaking news story about food in the Raleigh area was just unveiled—read on to see why Raleigh's food scene just made history! The MICHELIN Guide—widely considered the world's foremost guide to exceptional dining—has finally landed in Raleigh (and the rest of the American South).



Meet Passionate Mind Chef Ashley Christensen

Beasley's chicken and waffles

Ashley Christensen

AC Restaurants

Rockstar Chef. James Beard Award-winner. Empire Builder. Chef of the Year. Chef and proprietor of AC Restaurants, Ashley Christensen is leading a culinary movement in Raleigh, N.C., with a host of dining, drinking and event spaces.

“I find a great deal of joy and inspiration working right here in Raleigh, N.C. There is something about being in a certain place at a certain time.”

Meet More of Raleigh's Passionate Minds

Photos: Poole's Diner/"Downtown Dishes," Angie Mosier; Art walk/"Events," Natalia Weedy