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Old Town Roots. 
New Town Energy. 

Peak Perks is the free punch card that turns your downtown errands into rewards. Pick one up, explore the shops on Salem Street and beyond, and get rewarded for keeping it local.

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HOW IT WORKS

  1. Grab a passport. Pick up your free Peak Perks passport at any participating downtown shop.

  2. Shop and punch. Spend $25 or more (before tax) at a participating business and get one punch!

  3. Explore downtown. Collect 6 punches total. 1 per stop, support your favorites, and discover some new spots along Salem street!

  4. Claim your reward. Finish your card with at least 6 punches and redeem an instant reward on the spot, right at the shop where you get your final punch. Plus, every completed card is automatically entered in the quarterly gift-card raffle to win a gift card at one of the participating businesses!

PEAK PERK PARTNERS

Apex Outfitter

Locally owned outdoor and action sports retailer established in 2012, carrying brands like Patagonia, Vuori, On Running, and Birkenstock at 225 N. Salem St.

Cocoon Gallery

Gallery of locally imagined, locally crafted functional artwork by 70+ North Carolina master artisans at 221 N. Salem St., spanning ceramics, wood, jewelry, glass, and textiles, with artist-led classes and events throughout the year.

Joyfully House

Gift boutique and gathering space at 118 N. Salem St. offering Turkish coffee and tea, unique jewelry, gifts, and home decor, with community gatherings and workshops.

North Left: A Modern Mercantile

Modern mercantile in Downtown Apex offering curated gifts, handmade jewelry, candles, home goods, and antique treasures, blending house-made lines with one-of-a-kind vintage finds. Located at 117 N. Salem St.

Whole Brain Escape

Apex's first escape room, owned by a husband-and-wife team of veteran video game developers, with all room experiences designed in-house. Located at 410 Upchurch St.

Artfully Apex

Gift and art supply shop at 111 N. Salem St., opened by the owners of Apex Gallery & Custom Framing, featuring local art, handmade gifts, and supplies.

Common Grounds

Locally owned coffeehouse established in 2008, serving coffee, desserts, and ice cream in Historic Downtown Apex, located in The Promenade at 219 N. Salem St.

Lichen or Knot

Garden shop and home store at 122 N. Salem St. with houseplants and functional, beautiful objects for the home; one of four locations across NC and VA

Stylish Living

Gift boutique in Downtown Apex, opened in spring 2012 and run by a mother-and-daughter team, carrying curated gifts, baby items, Jellycats, jewelry, and NC-themed finds. Located at 120 N. Salem St.

Bella + Mauve

Boho-inspired contemporary women's clothing boutique carrying clothing, accessories, gifts, and jewelry, known for its in-house charm bar with over 250 rotating charms. Located at 223 N. Salem St.

Groovy Duck Bakery

Scratch bakery famous for its muffins, serving chunky cookies, custom cakes, pastries, and crafted coffee drinks baked fresh in small batches daily. Located at 101 N. Salem St.

Mission Market

Community-focused café at the heart of downtown serving Counter Culture coffee, acai bowls, smoothies, paninis, and locally sourced baked goods, supporting a new local cause each month. Located at 124 N. Salem St.

The Apex Gallery & Custom Framing

Locally owned custom framing gallery with an extensive frame selection and a focus on quality craftsmanship, also featuring works by local artists, fine art prints, and gifts. Located at 125 N. Salem St.

THE REWARDS

Every completed passport earns two things. First, an instant reward at the shop where you collect your sixth punch (each participating business offers its own, valued at $5 or more). Second, an automatic entry into our quarterly raffle, where one winner picks a gift card from a prize pool donated by participating downtown shops.

FAQ

Q: How much do I need to spend to get a punch?

A: $25 or more before tax, in a single visit, at any participating shop.

Q: Can I get two punches if I spend $50?

A: No, just one punch per $25+ purchase. The goal is to support your favorite local shops, and try some new ones too! 

 

Q: Can I fill my whole card at one shop?

A: No, you earn 1 punch by spending $25 or more at any single business.

Q: Where do I use my reward?

A: Wherever you like! Pick your favorite shop form the group, or get your prize right where you collect your final punch!

Q: How does the raffle work?

A: Every completed card (6-punches) is one entry. Each quarter, one winner is drawn and picks a gift card from the prize pool donated by participating shops. You will be notified via email when you win!

 

Q: How much does the passport cost?

A: Nothing. It's FREE at any participating business.

Q: Do passports expire?
A: Yes! Passports expire at the end of each quarter, and a fresh passport launches with the new quarter. That means more chances to win throughout the year.

Q: How does the raffle work? 
A: Every completed card is one entry. Each quarter, one winner is drawn, and that winner gets to choose their gift card from the prize pool donated by participating shops. The winner picks the prize, not luck of the draw.

Q: Does buying a gift card count?
A: Yes! Gift card purchases of $25 or more earn a punch. (Redeeming a gift card doesn't earn one, since that purchase already did.)

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