Whether you're a Tar Heel fan or just love basketball, this compelling tribute to one of the…read moresport's most iconic teams is definitely worth a visit if you have some time to spare in Chapel Hill. The free exhibit starts with an brief but inspiring theater presentation in which current and past UNC players explain what it means to be a Tar Heel. You then move into a large hall filled with display cases of Carolina basketball mementos, from jerseys to signed team basketballs. Don't miss the marks on the floor, showing how far some of the team's most iconic shots were taken from the hoop. There are displays dedicated to Dean Smith, Roy Williams and, of course, the GOAT. Michael Jordan isn't nearly as prominent a presence in the museum as you would expect, but you can still see his signed 1981 Letter of Intent, his travel bag and a couple other historic items. His jerseys, however, are strangely absent, indicating the lack of connection the Wilmington phenom has had with the University since being drafted by the Bulls in 1984. The last hall in the exhibit contains the dizzying collection of awards won by Carolina over the decades, including their six NCAA Championship and 18 ACC Conference trophies. If you didn't walk in as a Tar Heel fan, you'll probably be one by the time you leave. A visit takes about an hour, and you can wander in and out of each exhibit room at your leisure. It can be tough to find parking nearby (especially on game days), but the location (next to the Dean Dome) is a short, downhill walk from the center of campus. The Carolina Basketball Museum is a MUST for every UNC student, and anyone who loves college basketball.

The website stated there is parking across the street but be warned it is only a few spots not the…read moreentire parking lot. Be sure to parking in the first 8 spots by the road toward the left of the lot looking at the buildings. Parking is a minimum 3 hours for $6. Museum is free. Only the men's team is represented. There is nothing on the woman's team in this museum. You can spend about 30 minutes to an hour. It is well done but unless a huge fan not a must do in the area. I was the only one in it on a Monday afternoon. Only open until 4pm.

It's hard to walk into UNC's Carmichael Arena and not appreciate the sheer magnitude of basketball…read moretalent that competed under its roof. Coach Dean Smith led the 1981 Tar Heel team to a national championship here, with the help of a few guys named Jordan, Worthy and Perkins. Before the team relocated to the Dean Dome in 1986, the venue was considered one of the loudest (and some say, hottest) in college basketball, and Coach Smith's legacy still looms large in the building today. Yes, the seats can be tight and uncomfortable, the concourses cramped and the concession stands undersized, but Carmichael remains a North Carolina treasure, as well a great place to enjoy a women's basketball game, a volleyball match or a gymnastics meet.

My husband loves wrestling and wanted to check out a match here in NC. We headed to visit with 2 of…read moreour kids to watch UNC v. Navy. Upon arrival my youngest had her headphones on and got anxious. She ran out. The staff was so kind. No one judged and sought to make her comfortable. It was truly a gift! Thank you for hiring staff that work to be kind!

We just went to the last FNOW and it was a beautiful night and a fun upbeat band called Liquid…read morePleasure! We brought our portable chairs which was ideal. I enjoyed all the vendors that offer all kinds of street food and drinks from donuts, adult beverages, pulled pork, ice cream, popcorn, pizza, nachos etc. The weather was absolutely perfect too. People of all ages enjoyed the event.

Friday Night On White really highlights the historic downtown Wake Forest area, inviting the whole…read moreneighborhood to come hang out. This is a small town event with a big turn out! I appreciate that music, some great food, beverages and friends are all this night out needs. Not a ton of vendors, that's not what this is. You will however have a good selection of food trucks to choose from. I opted for crispy pork sticky buns from Baozi, which is served up with a side of rice and garnished pretty to complete the "I'm eating something special" feel. Absolutely bring fold up chairs! My group now knows every brick planter and back staircase in the area to sit down on. Chalked it up to a memorable evening in a lovely town.

It's small but informative. I liked the computer system of chronological history and the…read moreinformation tab within. There was a lot of immersive information. Then you walk outside for more history. It was really cool and it's free. They do accept donations.

We've been by several times to see the changing exhibits. Not really a full museum but a little…read morespot near downtown with some permanent exhibits and the themed ones that rotate through. We live here but if you've never been to Durham, you might not know about its significance for tobacco, civil rights, and Research Triangle Park. It's free but you can make a donation. I think all the staff are volunteers. One interesting feature is you can look out different windows and see depictions of what that area looked like decades ago. They also have special events on occasion (the had outdoor booths and free donuts last time) so check out their schedule.

I attended UNC CH as an undergraduate. This felt like a homecoming of sorts. My husband father in…read morelove and daughter all caught a basketball game in the Smith Center. We had great seats and the heels won!

One of the most storied venues in college basketball, the Dean Smith Center (or the 'Dean Dome' as…read moreit's affectionately known) is a modern-day cathedral to the sport, where Tar Heel legends like Kenny Smith, Vince Carter, Jerry Stackhouse and Tyler Hansbrough held court. The rafters are home to a collection of jerseys that could make up the roster for an NBA Legends team, featuring names like Jordan, Worthy, Perkins and Jamison, along with the coach for whom the building is named -- the legendary Dean E. Smith. With a capacity of nearly 22,000, it's one of the largest venues in college hoops, and there's rarely an empty seat in the house when the Heels are playing. The energy here is indescribable -- from the electric pregame festivities to the halftime show, it's one of the best experiences in all of college sports. In 2025, the University of North Carolina began discussions about replacing the 40-year old Dean Dome with a new arena, either elsewhere on campus or at Carolina North, a planned satellite campus a few miles north in Chapel Hill. But while the Dome's aging roof and narrow concourses support a credible argument for a replacement, it's hard to imagine the UNC campus without it. Here's hoping the UNC Board of Trustees sees the wisdom of renovating this wonderful arena to ensure it's continued role in college basketball lore. The Dean Smith Center is an experience no fan of the game should miss!

I have been to several of the AfterHours events and this one was by far my favorite. I always…read morewonder if you are going to get your money's worth at an event like this-- and I would say this one definitely did. There were so many free samples and they were all so good! Ones that stand out for me were creating the liquid nitrogen White Russians and the fondue from the Melting Pot. I had a great time and am grateful to my friend Anthony for giving me one of his tickets (that he won thanks to Yelp)!

The Museum of Life and Science hosts a handful of "adult friendly" events every couple months…read more These events give those of us 21 & older a chance to explore the world of science in a usually kid-friendly environment but taken over by adults! Cocktails and Cosmonauts is such event, celebrating mankind's first trip into space and themed with all kinds of drink and food samples from local restaurants and distilleries. Guests are invited to sample astronaut ice cream, which I would describe as room temperature dip-n-dots, discover what would happen to a Peep marshmallow if it ventured up into space, sip creatively named cocktails from Alley Twenty-Six, TOPO distillery, Mystic Bourbon Liqueur and much more. There were also drinks for purchase (beer and wine) if you wanted more after your tastebuds were tempted. I LOVED that each cocktail crafter came up with a fancy name: The Milky Way Galaxy by On the Rocks and The Jupiter by Alley 26 were some of my favorites, and I loved seeing The Bothers Vilgalys and Mystic Bourbon giving out drinks as well. The worst drink was the most well known-- Space Dream: Tang, rum and vodka (they must've run out of liquor or something because I swear it just tasted like TANG!) I also enjoyed a pork sandwich from Porchetta, a local food truck parked outside the museum, although it was one of only two trucks at the event, hopefully they'll bring more food trucks out in the future. My favorite part of the night was definitely entering the blow up planetarium (the STARLAB!), sitting on the floor in my high heels and looking up at our incredible galaxy (even incredible in a blow-up planetarium). The presentation occurred every 20 minutes and a sign-up sheet was required as there was a 25 person max per showing. Luckily, we got into one of the last shows (it filled up quick!) and sat back, felt a little like a kid again, as we recognized the planets and were shown constellations. All in all, a fun evening and an event that I would be happy to attend again, thanks of course to Yelp for the tickets!

This is the only design firm in the Triangle focusing exclusively on green design. I had a…read moreconsultation done for my business, and they helped me understand how to save energy and use materials and furnishings that are better for my health and the environment. They carry funky recycled furniture and the latest sustainable wallpapers, fabric, flooring, etc.

What a wonderful family experience! Carter is the most warm and welcoming hostess that you will…read moreever meet. Not only were we allowed to interact with the animals - the beautiful Great Pyrenees were so very friendly and the sheep followed the hayride wherever we went. The kids loved the opportunity to hold and pet the bunnies. Carter entertained us with stories of her family, the farm, and the animals. The Christmas inflatables were also a big hit with my 2 year old granddaughter. This will definitely be an annual holiday tradition for us!