Development

In case you hadn’t noticed, Raleigh’s growing in a big way, and some mixed-use developments are set to transform downtown + Midtown in 2026 and beyond. Here’s what you need to know about three major developments.
Over the past few months, Raleigh Iron Works has welcomed new businesses, filling the mixed-use development with eateries and other retail + lifestyle spots.
Take a look at the new additions and what’s coming soon to the North Hills development.
Raleigh Union Station Bus Facility, or RUS Bus, will include a multi-use development combining transit, residential, and retail spaces in the Warehouse District.
In early 2025, Hone-Sharpen, a unique culinary experience, will open in Raleigh’s Smoky Hollow multi-use development. We sat down with the founder behind this innovative experience, Cherisse Byers, and talked about some of what’s to come.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has seen an increase of destinations, so we’ve put together a roundup of new RDU flights available.
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The locally owned “dirty” soda spot Sodabox is expanding with addition of two new locations inside of the Lenovo Center.
The Hillsborough Street Char-Grill has been serving up cheap eats since 1959 and is the first of the iconic NC chain serving up flame-grilled eats.
The NC Museum of History is preparing for a transformative renovation that will last two to three years + is celebrating the new chapter with celebratory events.
Fenton, the mixed-use complex in Cary, is continuing its expansion with a steakhouse and upcoming hotel.
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