Published: June 19, 2026 | Jon Tennant
The development that's putting Raleigh on the national map
Jon Tennant breaks down the massive entertainment development coming to the Triangle
Most people think of Raleigh as a great place to raise a family, buy a home, and build a career. All of that is true — but there is a bigger story unfolding that most people have not caught onto yet: Raleigh is quietly building something that looks a lot like LA Live.
In his latest video, Jon Tennant breaks down the massive entertainment and mixed-use development taking shape in the Triangle that is going to change the way people experience this city. Think sports, concerts, dining, hotels, and urban energy — all in one destination. The kind of place that puts Raleigh on the national map in a completely different way.
This is not just interesting news. For anyone thinking about real estate in the Triangle, this matters. Major entertainment infrastructure changes how neighborhoods get valued, how much traffic and foot traffic an area sees, and ultimately where prices go.
Raleigh has been growing fast — but this kind of development signals something more. It signals that the city is graduating from up and coming to genuinely world-class. And the people who recognized that early have consistently come out ahead.
Whether you are a local who did not realize how big this was getting, someone considering a move to the Triangle, or an investor looking for where things are heading — this video is worth your time.
Watch the full breakdown below, and if you want to talk about what this means for your real estate plans, Jon is always a call or text away.