Discover how the historic Wilkinson Building in downtown Wake Forest is being brought back to life through thoughtful restoration, the return of beloved restaurant Las Margaritas, and the launch of Loft @ Hatch—an inspiring coworking space that’s bringing new energy, professionals, and small businesses to the heart of downtown.

Discover how Wake Forest’s entrepreneurs are turning big ideas into real impact — and why the WFF Pitch Competition is becoming a cornerstone of the town’s growing startup scene.

More than 20,000 people filled historic Downtown Wake Forest for the 43rd annual Meet in the Street, a vibrant celebration of local business, music, food, and community spirit that continues to grow year after year.

Crews are hard at work on Wake Forest Exchange, a $38 million commercial development poised to bring 175,000 square feet of new business space, 640 jobs, and a projected $40 million annual payroll to our community.

Wake Forest’s historic pecan grove at Joyner Park stands as a testament to thoughtful stewardship and community pride. Thanks to proactive replanting and care by the Town’s Urban Forestry Division, this natural gem will continue to serve as a gathering place—and a source of fall pecans—for generations to come.