For the Love of Carrboro
The Carrboro Business Alliance encourages everyone to show and share their #CarrboroLove on Valentine’s Day. The local love fest is part of @ForTheLoveofCarrboro, an annual Town tradition in February to celebrate all that makes Carrboro a great place to live, learn, work, play, and visit. Read the 2022 announcement to learn more and get engaged in 2023 (pun intended)!
#CarrboroLove Gift Guide [2021 Version]
The #CarrboroLove Gift Guide was coordinated by the Carrboro Business Alliance and featured 30 flirty gifts, meals, and experiences from local member enterprises to commemorate Valentine’s Day and "For the Love of Carrboro 2021." Show and share your #CarrboroLove with these sweet Eats, Treats, and Retreats, and celebrate all that makes Carrboro a great place to live, learn, work, and play. Scroll down and learn more!
Eats
Damn Good Food
Acme Food & Beverage Co. is serving a Mardi Gras-themed Valentine's Day weekend feast. Order online for pick up February 12th-14th. Laissez les bon temps rouler! Pick-up feast for two, $75
Valentine's Day Brunch
The Hickory Tavern offers a warm and savory brunch menu perfect for slow eating and good company. Dine-in or order online. $9+/person
Glasshalfull 3-Course Menu
Glasshalfull makes it possible to dine divinely from the comfort of home with their three-course Valentine's Day Meal. Pre-order online for curbside pick-up on Saturday, Feb. 13th. $48/person
Share Love with Pizza
Coronato Pizza has out-of-this-world amazing pizza you can share with someone special this Valentine's Day. Order online for curbside pick-up or celebrate your shared love for pie with dine-in reservations.
Show Love with Good Beer & Great Eats
Vecino Brewing Company is a restaurant and bar located in the heart of Carrboro - built by neighbors, for neighbors - focusing on locally-sourced ingredients and hand-crafted menus. Let their passion for good food and beer ignite some Valentine's Day magic! Dine-in, carryout, and delivery options available.
Add Suprise to Someone's Day
Neal's Deli is the perfect place to pick up your pre-ordered heart-shaped biscuits and a few sandwiches and hot soup to treat someone you love to a Valentine's lunch. Their full-flavored, scratch-made food is celebrated across the country - and it's right here in Carrboro! Order online for curbside pick-up. $6+
Pick Up a Picnic with Take Out from Carrburritos
Carrburritos Taquiera offers up their fresh and sophisticated Mexican flavors for order online for pick-up or delivery. This is food the whole family is sure to love - and perfect for a picnic at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park!
Make 401 Main Your Main Destination
401 Main is the place the locals go to grab a drink and have a bite. This is sure to be your new favorite place for feel good food and down home flavors. Y'all can even bring the dog along! Dine-in, outside, or order online for pick-up.
Gift Cards to Favorite Carrboro Restaurants
Acme Food & Beverage Company, Glasshalfull, Neal's Deli, Carrburritos, Coronato Pizza, 401 Main, Vecino Brewing Company, Subway, and Carrboro United offer gift cards online so you can share the love of good food with great people this Valentine's Day.
Hand-Crafted Love
Style & Sophistication
Sofia's Boutique has the most tastefully curated selection of gifts for every special person in your life this Valentine's Day. Follow Sofia's on social media for updates on this collection available online and in-store. Prices vary.
Card Perfection
My Muses Card Shop & Gifts is a treasure trove of wonderfully unique, hand-designed greeting cards as well as artisan-made tiny gifts. View their curated collection on social media and shop in-store or call to order. $4+
A Thousand Words
Professional photography has the power to capture a moment and create lasting impressions. Schedule a photography session with these local pros for your loved ones this Valentine's Day.
New member Daniel Turbert Photography is offering 20% off a Boudoir session!
Valentine's Day Essentials
Rev Up Love
Help that car-lover get road-ready again with a gift from one of Carrboro's car care and automotive professionals offering new tire specials, car wash packages, and detailing services. Purchase online or call the shop to speak with a retail specialist.
Yeargan’s Top Notch Automotive
In Love with Active Living
Fleet Feet - Carrboro will get your sweetie road ready for spring. These pros are the custom shoe fit specialists offering their revolutionary Fleet Feet fit id® Outfitting Process with in-store and virtual fitting appointments available.
In Love with Local
Steven Ray Miller may hide a heart in every single painting he creates but his love for Carrboro and North Carolina shines throughout his work. Support local artists and show your love with a piece from Miller's heart-filled collection including his special Valentine Easels, framed mini prints, and heart-shaped puzzles! Prices vary.
In Love with Relaxation
Show you care with the gift of holistic wellness this Valentine's Day. Offers include massage, acupuncture, and spa services. Prices vary.
Intrinsic Touch Massage Therapy
Carrboro Community Accupuncture
Retreats
Be a Tourist in Your Town
The Hampton Inn & Suites on Main Street is at the center of all you love about Carrboro. Book a stay-cation this Valentine's Day and enjoy a discounted $89/night rate and chocolates in the room for Valentine's day weekend. Call 919-969-6988 and mention "For the Love of Carrboro" to receive this special offer.
"Hang Out" at the Coffee Shop
Open Eye Cafe has a brand new, covered outside patio so y'all can safely stay, sip, and savor this local, award-winning roastery's specialty coffees, teas, and handmade baked goods in beautiful downtown Carrboro. Warm up and enjoy the day! Order online for curbside pick-up. $3+
Take Time to Thrift
CommunityWorx is a nonprofit with a 70-year-mission centered on building a stronger, equitable local community. Safely browse through their thrift shop's collection of home décor, books, clothing, and more in-store and online, and use #CarrboroLove promo code to get 10% off your entire online purchase! (exp 2/28/21)
Come Together!
The Black Lives Matter Movement around Carrboro advocates for values that are important to Carrboro including acknowledgment of and opposition to systemic and institutional racism. As the community comes together for this important work, take time to view the CommunityWorx and Carrboro Century Center Black Lives Matter murals and see Carrboro Townhall adorned by Black Lives Matter flags along the building's front entrance.
Click here for more information on the Town of Carrboro's Black History Month Programming.
Get Creative!
The ArtsCenter is offering a free virtual Valentine's TikTok Workshop for kids as well as other creative arts classes online and in-person throughout the month of February. Register online.
Get Moving!
Chapel Hill Tennis & Swim Club is one of the premiere tennis and swim facilities in the South. Give the gift of fun and recreation with an annual membership. They are currently offering free initiation fees on all regular year-round memberships. Inquire today!
Take Time to Stroll
The Carrboro Farmers' Market is home to many beloved local farmers, artisans, and crafters. Purchase hearty soups made with locally raised heirloom vegetables and tear off a piece of freshly baked bread as you stroll through the market and pick-up produce, eggs, meats, and more!
Open Saturdays 9am-12pm
Take Time to Shop
Carr Mill Mall is home to over 25 local- and family-owned small businesses. Grab a bite from one of their many restaurants or sip on warm kava tea from Oasis Café as you peruse this historic Carrboro landmark.
Take Time To Savor
Craftboro Brewing Depot is the perfect place to pick a couple pints and savor the flavor of their craft-made brews while safely seated on their outside patio. Reserved outdoor seating available. $5+
Re-discover the Friday ArtWalk at ATI
The Art Therapy Institute Friday ArtWalk has been re-imagined for a virtual world and they invite the Carrboro community to please join them for a special exhibit on Friday, February 12th to elevate individual artistic renditions of heart, hope, and resilience from members of the ATI community. Register online. Free
Discover the Salt Soak
Arete Float Tank & Personal Optimization Studio is the only studio in the area to offer a premium float tank and infrared sauna experience. Soaks restore physical wellbeing and release the mind. Gift deep relaxation and rejuvenation with their introductory float package available online. $150
Discover the Unique
Krave Tea House & Bar offers an alternative to the typical Valentine's Day scene with an ultra chill setting. Experience the relaxing effects of their signature Krush drink made with kava and kratom plants. $13
Contact
For questions, contact CBA staff support, Katie Loovis, at (919) 696-0781 (cell) or KLoovis@carolinachamber.org.