It all started in 1914 ...

The day was October 1, 1914. Headlines in the Raleigh News & Observer told of the price of cotton being 10 cents a pound and the build-up of troops in Europe readying themselves for the "great conflict". But the headlines that captivated most Raleigh citizens on this day read "New Market Is Now Open - Thousands Throng The Building While Ceremonies Are In Progress". Read more...

Something For Everyone:

Romance is always in the air at City Market, downtown Raleigh's most charming dining and shopping destination. It is common to see couples walking hand in hand as they stroll along cobblestone streets lit by old-fashioned lanterns and illuminated trees. Filled with unique shops and tantalizing restaurants, there is something for everyone. The selection of stores is diverse: visitors can pick up gourmet chocolate at Peche de Chocolat, stop in to see art at Artspace, or paint a pot at Amazing Glaze. A wide variety of bars and restaurants include Big Ed's, Vic's Italian Cafe & Pizzeria, Woody's, and Rum Runners.

:: First Friday Gallery Walk:

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:: Leasing Info:

On the first Friday of each month stroll the streets of historic City Market and celebrate great art, music, and shopping! Retail stores, restaurants and art galleries open their doors for extended hours and the galleries all over the area have receptions for opening works by various artists. Local bands perform free concerts in front of Big Ed's City Market Restaurant. The bands play from 7:30 until 10:30 p.m.

More event info...

Get the
big list of May events
here.

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City Market event info here.

City Market is leased and managed by Hunter and Associates.

For information about leasing space at City Market, contact Hunter & Associates at
919-821-8023.

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