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Durham is for doers. Located in North Carolina's renowned Triangle region, Durham is an easily accessible destination where innovation, creativity and collaboration come naturally. Home to Duke University and Research Triangle Park, our city brings together leaders in life sciences, technology, entrepreneurship, healthcare and the arts—creating an inspiring setting for meetings of every size. Getting here is easy, with Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) just 20 minutes from downtown and more than 80 nonstop destinations connecting attendees from across the country. Once they arrive, they'll find four distinct meeting districts, a walkable downtown convention campus, full-service conference hotels, unique off-site venues and accommodations that can be tailored to your event's goals and budget. Beyond the meeting room, Durham delivers the kind of authentic experiences attendees remember. A nationally recognized culinary scene, live music, public art, Durham Bulls baseball, and a thriving downtown create built-in opportunities for networking, team building and memorable off-site events. Whether you're planning a board retreat, annual conference, sporting event or citywide convention, Discover Durham is your local partner from start to finish. From venue sourcing and site visits to destination expertise and attendee resources, our team is here to help you bring your vision to life and create a meeting that's distinctly Durham.