When you’re attending a music festival, the last thing you want to feel is stress about where to park, what to eat, or who can help you out. Avoid the headache and let us guide you through this experience attending Hopscotch Music Festival in Downtown Raleigh.
Since 2010, Hopscotch has taken place in the heart of downtown and attracted visitors from across the country. It’s a vibrant and community-centered celebration of music, art, and culture that blends local flavor with nationally-recognized acts.
The festival is widely known for its diverse lineup with genres ranging from punk to hip-hop and everything in between (plus some standup comedy). Household names such as Denzel Curry, Pavement, and Japanese Breakfast–to name a few–play alongside independent NC-based artists going big like TiaCorine and Truth Club.
Didn’t get tickets? Don’t sweat it! Get in on the Hopscotch fun at one of the 20+ free day parties in Downtown Raleigh.
“We Dance” - Pavement | Bars & Nightlife
Order a drink (or two) at one of these watering holes located inside, or near, the festival footprint. Some of these spots are also club venues or day party locations for the festival! Learn how you can enjoy alcoholic beverages while walking around the city in the Sip N' Stroll Downtown social district.
“Many Mirrors” - Alvvays | Shopping
Grab any last-minute clothing, shoes, or accessories for your festival fit to make sure you’re looking fresh.
“Main Menu” - Japanese Breakfast | Dining
Fuel your body through the long festival days at these downtown eateries.
Amitie Macaron ⎻ French style pastries and sandwiches
The Big Easy ⎻ Cajun and Creole dishes
Budacai ⎻ Asian-fusion bites and boba
Chido Taco ⎻ Counter service taquería
Crema ⎻ Breakfast and lunch cafe
Element Gastropub ⎻ Plant-based pub foods
El Rodeo ⎻ Classic Mexican food
Mustang House ⎻ Authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine
ORO Restaurant & Lounge ⎻ Surf & turf with international spice
The Pizza Times ⎻ Fast casual pizza whole or by the slice
Sono ⎻ Japanese sushi spot
Transfer Co. Food Hall ⎻ 9 local eateries & bars inside a food hall
Vic's Italian Cafe ⎻ Old-world style Italian pizza & pasta
“Ultimate” - Denzel Curry | Arts & Entertainment
Stay entertained and have fun during your downtime exploring the city.
Side Quest Game Lounge and Bar
“Transport is Arranged” - Pavement | Getting Around
- Parking areas in Downtown Raleigh
- Alternative modes of transportation throughout Raleigh including self-serve bicycle and scooter rentals
- GoTriangle and GoRaleigh buses are fare-free and the station is located within a short walking distance from all Hopscotch stages
DTR Ambassadors
The Downtown Raleigh Ambassadors are on the job 7 days a week and are trained to ensure that all downtown visitors have a welcoming, safe experience.
All of our Ambassadors proactively engage the community by providing the following services:
- Direction and way-finding assistance
- Motorist assistance
- Safety escorts to and from any location in downtown
- Special event safety and information
- Quality of life assistance and outreach
- Aggressive panhandling and suspicious activity observation and reporting
To request assistance from an Ambassador, please call the hotline at 919-368-7962