Venue
For every type of event the Durham Convention Center's (DCC) ample size and versatile space can be tailored to meet every need perfectly, with the facility, the staff, the services and the equipment to make each event a complete success. Its first-class food and beverage capabilities allow the DCC to offer custom menus, from continental breakfast buffets to 5-course galas.
The DCC is the main event venue for Escapist Expo.
The city-owned Carolina Theatre at 309 W Morgan Street is managed by Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to presenting vibrant, thought-provoking film and live performances that contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of downtown Durham and the Triangle Region.
The Durham Armory is located on the corner of Foster and Morgan streets and is available for rentals for your community or private event, whether it is a fundraiser, concert, wedding reception, seminar or family reunion. With a capacity of 585 in the auditorium/ballroom and an additional 314 in the balcony, the Durham Armory offers a large indoor space with lots of flexibility. The amenities include a large commercial kitchen, heating and air conditioning, coatroom, snack bar, tables, chairs, and ample parking surrounding the facility. Call the reservation office at (919) 560-4355, ext.
Lodging
The Millennium Hotel is offering attendees to Expo a fantastic rate of $79 per night plus taxes. Also included is complimentary WiFi (normally $9.95). This hotel offers local shuttle service to pre-arranged destinations based on availability. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes, on the hour and the half hour, from 7am until 10pm. This includes the Durham Convention Center where Expo is taking place.
Rest and rejuvenate at the Hampton Inn & Suites Durham-North I-85 hotel, located off Interstate 85 in Durham, North Carolina. Start your day right with Hampton's free hot breakfast, served daily.
Comfortable king- or queen-sized bed in one of 137 spacious guest rooms and suites. Each room is equipped with free WiFi, a 37-inch LCD television, mini-refrigerator and microwave oven. Consider the Studio Suite’s sofa bed for another sleeping option.
Located in historic downtown Durham, the Durham Marriott City Center is connected to the 44,000 square foot Durham Convention Center and adjacent to the beautifully restored Carolina Theatre. Minutes away from Duke University, Duke Hospitals, and North Carolina Central University, this modern Hotel complements the heritage and classic architecture found throughout the city. The Hotel is 12 miles from the Raleigh Durham Airport and 5 miles from the world-renowned Research Triangle Park.
The La Quinta Inn & Suites Durham Research Triangle Park, located off I-40 at Highway 55, is the place to stay for both business and leisure travel. Centrally located just ten miles from Raleigh/Durham International Airport, it is convenient to all attractions in Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh.
The Comfort Inn Medical Park is offering $57 per night (plus applicable taxes) and complimentary WiFi. To book your room call 919-471-6100 and say you're part of the Escapist Expo room block. Rooms are limited so book soon!
Transportation
RDU is located in the heart of the Research Triangle Region, just 10 miles southeast of Durham and 10 miles northwest of Raleigh.
Terminal 2 is a public building much like a city hall or county courthouse. Within this public building, there is space for showcasing local artists, a non-denominational place of worship and a park designed with aviation fans in mind. Best of all, you don't need a ticket to visit any of these locations.
Restaurant
Located in the American Tobacco Historic District, next to the Durham Bull's athletic park, Tyler's Durham offers 60 of the finest craft and speciality import beers on tap. Serving business-paced lunches by day and casual dining at night, Tyler's Durham offers American comfort food with a seasonal twist. Outdoor dining is available at this location with a private room for all occasions. After dinner, make your way to the Speakeasy to play some pool or watch your favorite team on one of four HD plasma TVs or HD projector.
Since October of 2006, we have served the downtown community with pride. Our focus is on bringing the freshest of southeastern ingredients to our diverse clientele, prepared simply in the style of a Parisian neighborhood restaurant. We Accept Reservations!
Address: 401 East Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC Phone: (919) 682-8844
The Federal first opened in March of 2004, after three guys got together and saw a need for a solid neighborhood bar that celebrated Durham. But not just any neighborhood bar, one that served simple but fantastic food, that would exceed expectations. And with this good food came good beer - 14 micros from around the country and a solid bottle selection.
Address: 914 W Main Street, Durham, NC Phone: (919) 680-8611
Dame's is where crispy, Southern fried perfection meets deliciously sweet European decadence. Dame's pairings are world-class, comfort food combinations meant to fulfill your appetite's and heart's desires. From "first-timers" to "barnyard veterans", Dame's Almost World Famous Chicken & Waffle inspirations are truly palette pleasing pairings that offer something special for all comers. We hope you enjoy every morsel. But be careful, these dishes are truly, smack yo' Mama good!
Address: 317 W Main St, Durham, NC Phone: (919) 682-9235
Owners John Vandergrift and Chris Stinnett are committed to being an intricate part of the revitalization of Downtown Durham. Together with their staff, they strive to serve the Durham and surrounding communities consistent quality food and service. Offering a menu saturated with local ingredients and personal touches is what makes their loyal regulars keep coming back! Whether you want a quaint romantic table for two in the corner or a high top table by all the action in the kitchen Pop's has something to offer everyone.
Piedmont is first and foremost about the food and the ingredients with respect to the connection between the land and the plate. The cuisine is Contemporary American, seasonally focused and ingredient driven. Our menu changes daily based on what is currently available. Our mission is to provide access to well prepared, sustainably raised, local food. We use only local produce, seafood and meats from sustainable businesses to showcase the diversity of North Carolina foodstuffs. We focus on sourcing the best ingredients from local, sustainable producers with our guide being Coon Rock Farm.
We provide a spirited swanky setting that propels you to tropical 1950s Cuba. Rat Pack was kicking. Beatles were rocking. Malcolm X and MLK were teaching. JFK was a President, not just an airport... and Havana was about to explode...
Address: 318 Blackwell Street Phone: (919) 687-4300
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am - Midnight Friday and Saturday, 11am - 2am
Dos Perros is our answer to what has amounted to a challenging compromise in Mexican cuisine in the Triangle and beyond. One can find a delicious authentic taco by going to a traditional taqueria, but often at the expense of atmosphere - waiting in line, eating on a paper plate at a formica table under florescent lights; quaint, but hardly date-night material and often without even a proper margarita. To get a slightly more refined version, the only other option is typically a Southwestern or Tex-Mex-styled restaurant.
Tobacco Road is not a sports bar. Brothers Brian, Alex and Rommie Amra share a passion for both sports and good food. Unfortunately, they found that their favorite places to watch the game were never the same as their favorite places to eat, and decided to remedy this for the people of the Triangle.
As a result, the Amras are unwavering in their insistence that the menu and atmosphere of Tobacco Road Sports Cafe reflect our commitment a to delivering fresh, local food; exceptional service and infinite sports.
Hours: Sun-Wed - 11am - 12am Thur - Sat - 11am - 2am
406 Blackwell St. Crow Bldg, Durham, NC 919-687-4600 Monday - Friday 7am to 8pm
Beyu Caffe (pronounced be-you) is an American coffeehouse, bistro and bar located in the heart of downtown Durham’s 5-Points area. We provide atmosphere, entertainment, great food, a full bar, and of course the coffeehouse experience with excellent coffee and teas. Our mission is simple: to provide an experience where you can simply “be-you.”
Hours: Monday–Wednesday 7AM to 9PM Thursday 7AM to 11PM Friday 7AM to Midnight Saturday 9AM to Midnight Sunday 9AM to 3PM
Blue Coffee Cafe stands as a testament to the long standing community atmosphere the Downtown Durham area has to offer its patrons. It has been our pleasure to service those from near and far for more than 5 years. Our sandwiches are made to order, our salads are fresh daily, and our pastries are made by some of the best southern bakers that Durham City has to offer.
Mon-Fri 7AM - 7PM Sat 9AM - 3PM
919.688.2233
We all need a respite and we offer one. Our specialty coffees, fine teas and other treats are chosen to brighten your daily routine. Whether you take advantage of our meeting areas or just come for take out, we aim to be your home away from home, office or classroom.
Monday to Saturday 8 am - 8 pm 919-294-9737
The Bull City Burger and Brewery principal is Seth Gross. Seth has a degree in microbiology from the University of Florida and is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He has more than 25 years of restaurant experience in all facets from dishwashing to cooking to front of the house service to restaurant management. He professionally brewed beer for Goose Island brewery at the Clybourn St. brewpub in Chicago, IL. Seth has brewed beer and formulated recipes that have won gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival.
The American cousin to a European bistro, Alivia’s serves something tasty for every meal of the day.
Hours Monday: 11am-10pm
Tuesday – Friday: 11am-2am
Saturday: 9am-2am
Sunday: 9am-10pm
919.682.8978
1013 Bread-n-Kabob is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Durham. It is located near Brightleaf Square Shopping area and directly across from the Trinity Family Fare Shell Station at 1013 West Main Street. 1013 offers a nice patio area in the front and its interior is beautifully decorated with pictures of both authentic Afghan culture and nightlife of Durham. It is walking distance from Duke University's East Campus and mere minutes away from Central, West Campuses and Duke Hospital.
Bar
Located in the American Tobacco Historic District, next to the Durham Bull's athletic park, Tyler's Durham offers 60 of the finest craft and speciality import beers on tap. Serving business-paced lunches by day and casual dining at night, Tyler's Durham offers American comfort food with a seasonal twist. Outdoor dining is available at this location with a private room for all occasions. After dinner, make your way to the Speakeasy to play some pool or watch your favorite team on one of four HD plasma TVs or HD projector.
Since October of 2006, we have served the downtown community with pride. Our focus is on bringing the freshest of southeastern ingredients to our diverse clientele, prepared simply in the style of a Parisian neighborhood restaurant. We Accept Reservations!
Address: 401 East Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC Phone: (919) 682-8844
We provide a spirited swanky setting that propels you to tropical 1950s Cuba. Rat Pack was kicking. Beatles were rocking. Malcolm X and MLK were teaching. JFK was a President, not just an airport... and Havana was about to explode...
Address: 318 Blackwell Street Phone: (919) 687-4300
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am - Midnight Friday and Saturday, 11am - 2am
Dos Perros is our answer to what has amounted to a challenging compromise in Mexican cuisine in the Triangle and beyond. One can find a delicious authentic taco by going to a traditional taqueria, but often at the expense of atmosphere - waiting in line, eating on a paper plate at a formica table under florescent lights; quaint, but hardly date-night material and often without even a proper margarita. To get a slightly more refined version, the only other option is typically a Southwestern or Tex-Mex-styled restaurant.
We are conveniently located at 427 W. Main Street, in the Five Points area of historic downtown Durham. Within walking distance from the Durham Arts Center, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, DPAC (the Durham Performing Arts Center), the Carolina Theatre & Duke’s East Campus.
Hours: Mon - Sun 11 AM – 2 AM
Phone: 919.682.3061
Whiskey is a private club for members aged 23 years or over and their guests; a gathering place for grownups. Whether you're stopping by for a drink after work, meeting friends after dinner in the neighborhood, or just hoping to sit with a book, a good scotch, and a tasty cigar, we welcome you... and hope you'll stay. Not far from Toast (next door) and Bull McCabes Irish Pub (across the street), great food is just steps away both early and late. Whiskey does permit smoking and we have a selection of cigars for sale on hand.
Fullsteam is a Durham, North Carolina production brewery and tavern inspired by the agricultural and culinary traditions of the South.
MONDAY - THURSDAY: 4pm to 12am FRIDAY: 4pm to 2am SATURDAY: 12pm to 2am SUNDAY: 12pm to 12am
Phone: 919-682-BEER
Established in 1998, James Joyce offers an authentic Irish pub experience with food and drink from both sides of the Atlantic.
We frequently host Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United footie—we welcome hooligans, even in the wee hours!
If we’re not talking about you when you get here, we will be after you leave.
Our patrons are friendly and outgoing, but our staff isn’t.
Our motto is, after all:
“Where you don’t have to have a good time to drink!”
But folks tend to do so anyway.
Tobacco Road is not a sports bar. Brothers Brian, Alex and Rommie Amra share a passion for both sports and good food. Unfortunately, they found that their favorite places to watch the game were never the same as their favorite places to eat, and decided to remedy this for the people of the Triangle.
As a result, the Amras are unwavering in their insistence that the menu and atmosphere of Tobacco Road Sports Cafe reflect our commitment a to delivering fresh, local food; exceptional service and infinite sports.
Hours: Sun-Wed - 11am - 12am Thur - Sat - 11am - 2am