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GARNER

If you really want to see what gives the Research Triangle Region its special appeal, venture just 10 minutes from downtown Raleigh and check out Garner—an All-America City that boasts great amenities and a hometown authenticity unrivaled in the region.  Our nationally accredited and award winning Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department, along with key partners in the community, offer an array of events throughout the year that bring Garner together to discover, play and celebrate.  Downtown Garner is becoming home to more and more events, including the April Foods and Trick-or-Eat food truck rodeos on Main Street, pop-up food and crafts markets at Garner Recreational Park and free outdoor movies on the back lawn of Garner Performing Arts Center. With the addition of the Garner Recreation Center in the summer of 2018, historic downtown Garner is sure to continue to be a hub for recreation, entertainment and the arts.

Garner is a fast-growing town that has retained a strong sense of community.

Garner enjoys a stellar reputation as a performing arts hub.  Whether it’s the award-winning and highly acclaimed Broadway Voices series, the It’s Showtime! series or the latest production by the Towne Players of Garner, there’s something for everyone at Garner Performing Arts Center.

If you’re in town on July 3, don’t miss the Independence Day Celebration at Lake Benson Park. The event features fireworks, food, kids’ activities and a free concert by the North Carolina Symphony.

The town’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department sponsors other special events throughout the year, and the Garner Revitalization Association holds spring and fall food truck rodeos and other events in historic downtown Garner.

Garner values its open space like few other communities. White Deer Park and neighboring Lake Benson Park comprise 160 acres of open space and several miles of paved and unpaved trails.

Memorable attractions

White Deer Park’s LEED Gold-certified Nature Center offers educational programming year-round and has a classroom and outdoor learning deck available for rental. The Garner Veterans Memorial in Lake Benson Park, meanwhile, provides a place for quiet contemplation and a chance to learn more aboutthe nation’s history of conflicts and the sacrificesmade by our veterans.

Visitors can enjoy boating and fishing on weekends spring through fall on the 364-acre Lake Benson. A town-operated boathouse rents canoes, kayaks and jon boats (with or without motors) at affordable hourly and daily rates. The lake is known as a great bass-fishing spot.

Outdoors enthusiasts will also be happy to know that Garner boasts North Carolina’s only Cabela’s, located in White Oak Crossing. The outdoors megastore is a destination that draws shoppers from throughout the region.

If you’re feeling the need for speed, Rush Hour Karting offers an intense indoor racing experience that will get your adrenaline flowing.

Enjoy a brew

Garner has a growing number of cool places to hang out and enjoy one of your favorite brewed beverages. Lorraine’s Coffee House sells sandwiches and desserts to go with their many caffeinated creations and features live bluegrass on many evenings.

Full Bloom Coffee offers sandwiches and treats to go with its signature brews that are made with locally roasted, small-batch beans.

And you’re always assured of a hoppy time at Brice’s Brewing Company which features on array of tasty brews.

An All-America City

Restaurants abound in Garner with hometown favorites such as Carolina Barbecue, Angie’s Restaurant, Aversboro Restaurant & Sports Bar  and Aversboro Coffee. Check out Taqueria El Toro for some of the best tacos and other authentic Mexican cuisine in the Triangle. You can also head over to White Oak Crossing for a wide range of dining options.

Garner is the perfect place to experience what makes the Research Triangle Region one of the best places in the country. Come see why Garner is an All-America City.

Don’t miss these

White Deer and Lake Benson Parks—White Deer Park (2400 Aversboro Rd.; garnernc.gov)
is a 96-acre nature preserve with picnic shelters, playgrounds and award-winning Nature Center.The LEED Gold-certified center (919.661.6982)offers educational programming year-round and has a classroom and learning deck available for rental. Across the street is Lake Benson Park (921 Buffaloe Rd.), 64 acres of open space that is the site for Garner’s Independence Day Celebration, the Garner Veterans Memorial and Lake Benson Dog Park. The parks are connected by several miles of trails.

Garner Performing Arts Center—This 471-seat venue (742 W. Garner Rd.; garnerperformingartscenter.com) hosts shows throughout the year, including the acclaimed Broadway Voices series.

Garner Veterans Memorial—Located near the entrance of Lake Benson Park (921 Buffaloe Rd.; garnerveteransmemorial.org), the memorial honors Garner-area veterans who died serving and includes educational and artistic elements, including striking red-clay earthcasts created by world-renowned artist Thomas Sayre. Veterans from all branches of service are recognized on the memorial’s Walkway of Honor. The memorial serves as backdrop for the town’s annual Memorial Day observance.

Downtown Garner is a dynamic hub of culture, recreation and entertainment.

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Things to do in Garner and the Triangle Area

Garner and the surrounding towns that make up The Triangle region offer endless options if you’re looking for something to do or somewhere to go.  If you’re relocating to the Raleigh area, use this local area guide to get to know your surroundings.  If you’re a Raleigh native or have already lived here a while, this guide can help you plan your next weekend and ensure you never run out of things to do.

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