BREWERIES AND WINERIES

Aviator Brewing Company – Local brewery with great food, beer, and live music.

Carolina Brewing Company – Casual brewery with craft beers and a full menu.

Gregory Vineyards – A local winery just minutes from the venue

RESTAURANTS

The Mill (Fuquay-Varina)

A charming Southern-inspired restaurant serving elevated comfort food, steaks, seafood, burgers, and handcrafted cocktails in a historic mill setting.

Garibaldi Trattoria (Fuquay-Varina)

A cozy Italian restaurant offering classic pasta dishes, wood-fired pizzas, seafood, chicken entrées, and an extensive wine selection.

Vicious Fishes Tap & Kitchen (Fuquay-Varina)

A casual brewery and restaurant featuring craft beer brewed on-site alongside American favorites like burgers, sandwiches, tacos, wings, and shareable appetizers.

Mason Jar Tavern (Fuquay-Varina)

A laid-back American tavern known for hearty comfort food, burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, seafood, and a full bar.

Aviator SmokeHouse (Fuquay-Varina) (if you're a barbecue fan!)

A local favorite serving North Carolina-style barbecue, smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, mac & cheese, and other Southern comfort classics, along with craft beer from Aviator Brewing.

PARKS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Bass Lake Park – Walking trails, fishing, and beautiful scenery.

Raven Rock State Park – Hiking trails and scenic overlooks.

William B. Umstead State Park – Perfect for guests who enjoy hiking or biking.

SHOPPING

Downtown Fuquay-Varina – Boutique shopping, coffee shops, and local restaurants.

The Streets at Southpoint – An upscale outdoor shopping mall about 35–40 minutes away.

EXPLORE RALEIGH

-North Carolina Museum of Art (Free admission!)

-North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

-Pullen Park

-Dorothea Dix Park

SWEET TREATS

Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt

Smitty's Homemade Ice Cream