Experience something new, in our yard or yours.
Local eats, handcrafted goods and live entertainment in the heart of Research Triangle Park.
Visit our vendors page to see who’s open or check out our calendar for upcoming events!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Boxyard RTP is located within the Hub RTP downtown district where parking spaces are plenty. Parking at Boxyard RTP is free.
Yes. Bike racks will be available on the ground floor near the entrances. RTP also has 20+ miles of asphalt pedestrian trails.
On the Radar: The Triangle Bikeway Study will connect 17 miles of bicycle path that will link Raleigh, RTP, Durham, Chapel Hill along 1-40 and NC-54.
RTP Connect is a last-mile Uber and Lyft service which provides a $10 credit towards one-way rides within RTP. Rides must start or stop at Boxyard or the Regional Transportation Center. Go here to get started.
Additionally, a bus stop is located right in front of Boxyard RTP on HWY-54.
Yes! The main level of Boxyard RTP, the pavilion, restrooms and vendor spaces are all wheelchair accessible. Our elevator is ADA compliant so all visitors can experience our second-floor vendors or enjoy their meal on the upstairs deck.
We've got you covered! Please email us at hello@boxyardrtp.com at least 48 hours in advance of your visit and we will do what we can to help you.
Cost will vary from event to event, but most are free! Check out our events calendar for details on specific events or reach out to hello@boxyardrtp.com with questions.
Everyone, regardless of age, is welcome. We encourage individuals under the age of 18 to be accompanied by an adult. All alcohol sales are restricted to individuals ages 21+.
Also, there are several highchairs around for the little ones.
Yes, Boxyard RTP is dog-friendly. We ask that all dogs remain on their leash in the common area. Service animals are welcome, including inside vendor boxes.
Does your pup need to get some energy out? Take them over to the Barkyard, our onsite dog park. Find more information here.
Smoking (including cigarettes and CBD products) and vaping are not permitted in our common areas. We have a designated area located near the dog park. Look for the red receptacles placed for your convenience.
Please contact Kane Public Safety at 984-312-4171 for questions regarding lost items.
No. Each vendor has is individually owned and operated. Because of this, we're unable to provide a "universal" gift card that works at all vendor locations. Please visit individual vendors for questions on purchasing a gift card from them.
No. Outside food and drinks are not permitted on the property. We encourage you to support our variety of vendors!
Yes, we have free WiFi available for our guests. Please connect to BoxyardRTP_Guest.
Personal photography is permitted (we'd love to see you tag us at @boxyardrtp). However, commercial, drone photography and studio equipment will need to be approved ahead of time. Please email hello@boxyardrtp.com with inquiries.
The Research Triangle Foundation of NC, the 501(c)4 non-profit tasked to manage and develop Research Triangle Park since 1959.
Opportunities & Sponsorships
Yes, groups are welcome. Keep in mind that seating is first-come, first-served and cannot be reserved for groups. We recommend visiting during less busy hours – typically before 4:15 p.m. on most days. If you have decorations or displays, please limit them to 8.5” x 11” or smaller. Promotional items such as pop-up banners, tablecloths, large signs and swag are prohibited without prior approval. On-site security and staff may ask you to remove any unapproved promotional items and displays.
Do you have an exceptionally large group? If you’re planning to bring a group of 50+ people, email hello@boxyardrtp.com so we can notify vendors, security and custodial teams so your visit goes smoothly. Please note: Seating together in the same area is not guaranteed and depends on space availability. We will not ask other guests to move. You can also rent space at TopBox at http://topbox.vip/.
Join our Boxyard RTP family! If you're interested in future availabilities, please fill out our Vendor Interest Form.
The seating in the open-air community space is first-come, first-served. We cannot take reservations for community tables.
If you are interested in reserving a table inside a vendor’s box or holding a private event with them, please contact that vendor directly to inquire.
At this time, you cannot rent out Boxyard RTP in its entirety. Alternatively, you can rent our TopBox, a private space owned an operated by Fullsteam Brewery. More information here.
If you are a local musician and want to learn more about opportunities for gigs, complete our Musician Interest Form.
If you are a speaker, poet, dancer, fitness instructor or someone other awesome person who is looking to utilize our stage, contact hello@boxyardrtp.com.
You can check out our events calendar and follow us on Instagram for information on upcoming events!
We appreciate the interest in supporting this community! Please reach out to hello@boxyardrtp.com to inquire about sponsorship opportunities.
Group Ordering (starting March 11, 2025)
me&u is a multi-tenant ordering platform. All participating businesses’ menus are gathered in one place and you can order from multiple vendors at once. No need to leave your table and wait in line; you will receive a text message when your order is ready!
La Taqueria by Katsuji, Bulkogi, Fullsteam, Meat & Graze, RTP Uncorked and Will & Well Salads. Customers can still order directly from each business’ storefront if that is their preference.
Scan: Scan a QR code or visit the me&u website to browse the menus of participating Boxyard businesses.
Order: Avoid the lines and order from multiple businesses, straight from your phone.
Pay: After checking out, you will get a text when your order is ready to be picked up
Repeat: Forget something? Wanting seconds? It is easy to keep exploring all that Boxyard RTP has to offer directly through me&u.
No, this is a web-based platform.
There are two ways to order:
Scan the QR code at the entrance or at your table to order from any of our participating businesses. You will get a text when your order is ready to be picked up.
Or order directly from the storefront as you normally would.
You do not have to be onsite to place the order. However, keep in mind that customers are unable to select a specific pickup time. Once the order is submitted, the restaurant will immediately begin preparing it. Make sure you are close by and able to pick it up quickly.
No, our businesses do not deliver offsite or to your table directly. All orders must be picked up at the corresponding vendor’s counter during business hours.
Yes, this is one of the great features of me&u! Here is a step-by-step guide on how to setup a group order. Note: You must be onsite the day of your meetup or event to start the group order.
Go to the corresponding vendor and inquire with them directly.
Directions
900 Park Offices Drive
Research Triangle Park
North Carolina 27709