Raleigh Launches Social Drinking District

photo credit: @downtownraleighalliance on Instagram

On Monday, August 15th, the City of Raleigh offically launched a pilot program, a new social drinking district. 

In an effort to support small businesses and create a more vibrant downtown environment, over 70 business will be participating.

Many North Carolina areas have already launched a similar program successfully, including Charlotte, Durham, Greensboro, Kannapolis and Monroe.

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Those interested will be able to participate from 11am to 10pm, seven days a week within the district. 

Businesses within the district will have special signs marking their participation (see photo above). Alcohol will be served in a special cup and with a sticker that can be carried to your next location or inside participating shops and businesses.

photo credit: @drinkupnc on Instagram

Are you looking forward to visiting this area in Downtown Raleigh soon? Let us know in the comments below! And what town you'd like to see this in next.