North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association
NCRLA’s Annual Membership Meeting is an exclusive gathering for members and partners across North Carolina's hospitality industry. Scheduled for Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, gain insights, and influence the direction of NCRLA's advocacy efforts. From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., […]
Join us for the 2025 Stars of the Industry Awards Gala on Monday, February 24, at the Sheraton Imperial in Durham. Hosted by NCRLA and presented by US Foods, this annual celebration honors exceptional professionals who make North Carolina’s hospitality industry thrive. From front-line team members to executive leaders, these awards recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrate excellence, […]
Register now for an evening of connection, advocacy, and engagement at the Merrimon-Wynne House in Downtown Raleigh on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Rally in Raleigh provides an exclusive platform to meet North Carolina legislators one-on-one and discuss critical legislative issues that shape the hospitality industry. This gathering is free to […]
Taste, sip, and vote at NC’s top culinary competition—Aug. 4! Experience the Ultimate Culinary Competition Join us on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Bay 7 in Durham for the Grand Finale of NCRLA’s Chef Showdown—North Carolina’s premier culinary and mixology competition. Presented by Got To Be NC, this one-of-a-kind event showcases the state’s top chefs, […]
Get ready for a day of fun, food, and fantastic golf! Join us on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Prestonwood Country Club. Grab your clubs and join hospitality leaders from around the state to support the NCRLA Foundation. This annual golf tournament raises funds for scholarships and education programs to ready our next generation of […]
The 2025 Manteo to Murphy PAC Fundraiser brought together nearly 400 members of North Carolina’s hospitality community for an unforgettable evening at The Pavilion at the Angus Barn. Hosted by Van Eure and Steve Thanhauser of the Angus Barn and Lance Trenary of Golden Corral, the event raised more than $220,000 to support the NCRLA […]
The 2026 NCRLA Annual Membership Meeting will bring together NCRLA members and partners from across North Carolina for a dynamic and insightful gathering. This annual event is a cornerstone of the association’s efforts to unite the hospitality industry, share updates, celebrate achievements, and set priorities for the year ahead. The meeting will take place on Monday, February […]
Join us for the 2026 Stars of the Industry Awards Gala on Monday, February 23, at the Sheraton Imperial in Durham. Hosted by NCRLA and presented by US Foods, this annual celebration honors exceptional professionals who make North Carolina’s hospitality industry thrive. From front-line team members to executive leaders, these awards recognize individuals and organizations that […]
The North Carolina ProStart Invitational (NCPI) is an annual event that highlights the creative abilities of ProStart program students from across the state. North Carolina ProStart schools are invited to bring two teams—culinary and/or restaurant management—with up to five students per team. During the culinary competition, student competitors prepare a three-course meal in 60 minutes […]
