High Point is Growing
Springhill Suites by Marriott
Open
The Congdon Yards campus is expanding with the addition of a SpringHill Suites by Marriott. The hotel site was initially purchased by the Earl and Kathryn Congdon Family Foundation as part of their commitment to the revitalization of downtown. The developer, Benchmade Ventures, focused on unifying High Point’s bright future and rich past with the creation of the new hotel. They incorporated the older section of the historic Adam-Millis facility, formerly part of the Paul Robert showroom, and preserved much of the building’s history in the hotel’s lobby and lounge. They leaned on the richness of High Point’s design industry by employing Barbour Spangle to design the public interior spaces and two larger, luxury suites. The hotel boasts 129 modern rooms and is located at 121 Virginia Place.
Meet Little Sally: High Point’s Larger Than Life Troll
Open
High Point is home to Little Sally, a larger than life troll crafted from reclaimed wood and natural materials by internationally acclaimed recycle artist Thomas Dambo.Little Sally is part of a family of seven trolls across North Carolina, with five residing in Raleigh’s Dix Park and one in Charlotte, forming Thomas Dambo’s largest U.S. installation to date.Dambo’s trolls appear in forests, meadows, and city parks around the world, more than 150 from Denmark to Australia. With Little Sally, High Point proudly joins the global Trollmap, placing our city alongside imaginative destinations across five continents.As with all trolls, her exact location is meant to be discovered. After all, trolls do not like to be announced… they like to be found.
Revival Rooftop Bar
Open
High Point’s newest nightlife spot is now open. This unique cocktail bar features a rooftop bar with views of downtown High Point, inventive cocktails, and a refined atmosphere. Whether you’re having a night out, grabbing drinks with colleagues, or enjoying a sunset cocktail, Revival is sure to be your new spot.
Smitty and Pearl's
Coming in 2026
Downtown High Point’s entertainment district continues to grow with the announcement of Smitty and Pearl’s, a dining and entertainment complex. It will feature three unique restaurants with premium seafood and handcrafted cocktails. There will also be a state-of-the-art arcade featuring duckpin bowling, a virtual reality gaming arena, and more. The project is set to be completed in late 2026.
High Point's Visitor Center
High Point’s Visitor Center is located in the heart of downtown at 515 West English Road, Suite 101-A. The Visitor Center is surrounded by key attractions such as Truist Point Stadium, Congdon Yards, and Springhill Suites by Marriott. It features displays that showcase High Point’s rich heritage and modern innovations, including a Design Trends wall, an interactive touchscreen kiosk to explore area attractions, and a historical timeline. Our friendly staff are ready to welcome you and assist you in planning your High Point experience.
High Point's Brand Strategy
High Point is growing and changing and it was time that its brand did too! The City of High Point partnered with CivicBrand to undergo a strategic rebrand over the last year. They worked hard to create a brand that would represent all High Pointers and ultimately chose to focus on the concept of creators. High Point is where you can create a business, a book, a friendship, or a home. It is the place for collaboration, connection, and creativity, in all their forms. The City of High Point is the center of the creative revolution and it was time to create a brand that reflects it.
Earl's Landing
Open
Located on the Congdon Yards Campus, Earl’s Landing is a fine dining experience with unique dishes, an intimate environment, and unforgettable specialty cocktails. Chef Matt LaRose strives to bring locally-sourced, creative dishes to High Point, including Earl’s Spaghetti, signature steaks, and beef tartare. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a romantic dinner, celebrate a special occasion, or just experience a unique dining experience, Earl’s Landing is ready to welcome you to their artfully designed restaurant.
Fox & Rocks
Open
Fox & Rocks is the newest addition to High Point’s Downtown Social District! This unique bar and shopping experience is an outdoor adventurer’s dream. They sell casual menswear, unique accessories, and gifts in addition to a lounge and bar.
High Point City Lake Park
Open
High Point Parks and Recreation recently completed a $23.1 million renovation at High Point City Lake Park. The updates include exciting renovations to the pool area that feature amenities for the entire family. These additions include a new water slide, a lazy river and a splash pad. Other additions includes a zero depth entry pool or “lifestyle pool” with a play structure, along with a 50 meter pool for exercise and open pool areas for attendees. The existing gymnasium building and locker rooms were completely renovated during this project as well. The downstairs now includes renovated locker rooms, family restrooms, pool check in area, concession stand and locker areas for the public. The project also includes an additional parking lot, along with a stage and open space for programs and events. A new pedestrian bridge constructed across City Lake is now open and provides a connection from the park to the Piedmont Environmental Center, High Point and Bicentennial Greenways.
High Point City Lake Park Meeting & Event Space
Open
High Point City Lake Park Meeting & Event Space provides more than 6,000 square feet and features state-of the art meeting facilities and a visual history of High Point’s parks. Available for public rental.
Like what you see? Visit our ‘Things To Do’ page for attractions that are open now!
Check out the events calendar! This is a great resource, whether you live here or are planning a trip to High Point.
High Point Urban Greenway
Coming in 2028
High Point is creating new connections through the High Point on the RISE project. Supported by $19.8 million in federal RAISE grant funding, this $32 million project will bring 4.8 miles of urban greenway and roadway improvements through the heart of the city.
The new route will connect southwest High Point and Armstrong Park to downtown, providing greater access to destinations like High Point Medical Center, High Point Public Library, the Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum, Truist Point Stadium, public transit, schools, businesses, and recreation.
Once complete, the project will fill a critical gap in High Point’s existing greenway network, creating a continuous 16-mile corridor for walking, biking, recreation, and other forms of active transportation.
