Find Your Place at Centennial
Centennial Campus is more than a collection of buildings. Itβs a place to gather, move, learn, eat, explore and spend time with the people around you. With year-round programs and events featuring live music, research talks, panel discussions, free yoga and hikes in Lake Raleigh woods, every visit offers a new way to thrive.
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Where You Want to Be
If you want to be in the middle of it all β without feeling like you’re in the middle of it all β come to Centennial.
We’re an urban oasis close to everything Raleigh has to offer, including the city’s vibrant downtown, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Dorothea Dix Park, the State Farmers Market and major highways. And we’re minutes away from all the beloved landmarks, academic buildings, athletic facilities and other amenities on the rest of NC State’s campus.
You may like it here so much that you never want to leave. If so, you can make one of our corporate partners or office spaces your work home. Or you can make one of our apartment, townhome or condo communities your next home sweet home.
What Will You Do at Centennial?
Need a Break?
Centennial Campus features a variety of options for you to kick back, relax and connect with friends β old and new.
Grab a Bite
- The Terrace Grille at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course is a great weekday lunch destination with one of the best views of Downtown Raleigh.
- 321 Coffee, an alumni-owned business that employs people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, serves coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods in the Venture Center.
- Lakeside Kitchen at the Park Alumni Center offers Southern fusion with a view of Lake Raleigh.
- Flask & Beaker at the Stateview Hotel offers private dining and cocktails.
- A variety of food trucks operate in front of Venture II at lunchtime on weekdays.
Get Moving
- Lonnie Poole Golf Course
- With breathtaking views of the Raleigh skyline, Lonnie Poole Golf Course is the only collegiate golf course designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer.
- Greenway Gear Collective
- Rent a bike, get a quick tune-up or find the support you need to explore Centennial on two wheels.
- Frog Hollow Outdoors
- Get out on the water with kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals available right on Lake Raleigh.
- Centennial Disc Golf Course
- Play a casual round or sharpen your skills on Centennialβs on-campus disc golf course.
- Capital Area Greenway
- Walk, run or ride along the Capital Area Greenway, with easy connections from Centennial to miles of Raleigh trails.
Get Social
Fall into your favorite programs this week: π
WEEKDAYS:
Free Yoga Sessions with @mylovemys
12:15 – 1:05 p.m. | Partners Building I, suite 2580
WEDNESDAY, OCT 28
– Centennial SoundBites: Live music at Lunch
Noon – 1 p.m. | Venture Courtyard
– Jenkins MBA Admissions Office Hours
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 321 Coffee, 930 Main Campus Dr.
THURSDAY, OCT 29
– WKNC`s Local Lunch Live
Noon – 1 p.m. | The Corner, 941 Main Campus Drive
– Centennial Social Hour co-hosted with Global One Health Academy and the Climate and Sustainability Academy
4 – 6 p.m. | Raleigh Founded Centennial, 1017 Main Campus Drive
– Wolves on the Run Club – Halloween costume edition!
5:15 p.m. | Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
FRIDAY, OCT 30
– Placemaking by Design Panel with the Pappas Real Estate and Development Program: "Plot Twist!"
9 – 10:30 a.m. | Raleigh Founded Centennial
SATURDAY, OCT 31
– Sundown Float at Lake Raleigh with @froghollowoutdoors
5:45 p.m. | Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
SUNDAY, NOV 1
– Bike Rentals with Greenway Gear Collective at The Container
Weekends 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Lake Raleigh
For a full list of events for every interest, visit calendar.ncsu.edu/centennialcampus
This week, NC State Centennial Campus is closing out an incredible season of live music at The Corner by kicking off Raleigh`s biggest bluegrass weekend of the year. πͺπ
Before Raleigh Wide Open heads downtown, the fun starts on Thursday evening, Oct. 1, with a Kickoff Celebration featuring music under the string lights at The Corner on N.C. State`s Centennial Campus.
Here`s what to know before you go this Thursday! Please read The Corner`s latest venue policies below:
What time is the event?
Gates open on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM. Music starts at 6 p.m.
Where is The Corner?
πThe Corner is located at NC State University`s Centennial Campus: 941 Main Campus Drive
Do I need tickets?
ποΈ No, admission is FREE!
Where do I park?
π Parking is FREE on campus after 5 PM on Thursday. Accessible parking available in Oval West Deck (1017 Main Campus Drive).
What can I bring?
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picnic blankets, chairs
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water bottles, snacks
** Personal items subject to search upon entry
What should I leave at home?
β Due to the size of the event, pets (unless certified service animal) are not allowed at The Corner.
β Outside alcohol is not permitted on site. Beer will be available for purchase (21+, ID required) inside the event.
What food trucks will be available?
π₯ The Blue Window
π₯ Crispy Gyoza
π― Holy Mole
π MoonRunners
π¦Howling Cow Ice Cream
We`re looking forward to seeing you at The Corner to hear THREE incredible festival performers.
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. – REDBUD
7:15 – 8:00 p.m. – JERRON PAXTON
8:30 – 9:30 p.m. – BREK (Feat. HANK & PATTIE)
See you this Thursday!
Raleigh Wide Open is brought to you by PNC Bank and PineCone.
For more details, visit raleighwideopen.com
919 Day recap:
There`s a lot to love about The Triangle, but our favorites are the people who make it feel like home.
The Corner came alive last week with electric performances, local stories and new memories. Thank you to all of our artists, vendors, musicians, staff and volunteers who make special events like this possible.
