Throughout the year, readers picked their favorite restaurants, music venues, museums, and activities from across the Triangle. Now the winners of Wake, Durham, and Orange/Chatham Counties will face off to determine the Best of the Best of the Triangle!

In addition to the winners of over 120+ categories from each county, we have added a handful of categories that span the entire Triangle. It’s up to you — our readers — to choose and support your favorites!

There is no nomination round for the year-end contest. The winners from each category have been pre-populated and the top write-ins for the Triangle-wide categories will be crowned as the champions of their respective categories.

The ballot will be live Wednesday, October 23. Voting ends November 18.

A special issue celebrating the Best of the Triangle hits stands December 11. Make sure to grab a copy and use it to shop locally throughout 2025 (or to pick up last-minute holiday gifts).