Our Story
The People Behind The Hitching Post
A mother & daughter team. A horse trailer bar with a dream. Garden-to-glass cocktails & mocktails across the Triangle, NC.
Cary & Surrounding Areas
We travel to you
How It Started
A Dream on Four Wheels
The Hitching Post began with a simple but bold idea: take a rustic horse trailer, transform it into a stunning mobile bar, and bring the full bar experience directly to your event. What started as a dream became a rolling celebration.
Based in Cary, NC and serving the greater Triangle area, our mother-and-daughter team — Lisa and Olivia — has made it our mission to add an unforgettable touch to every gathering, large or small. (And yes, our son makes special guest appearances too!)
We believe the bar should be more than just a place to grab a drink. It should spark conversation, set the tone, and make your guests feel truly taken care of. That's the Hitching Post promise.
The Team
Meet Lisa & Olivia
Two people, one trailer, and an endless love for making celebrations memorable.
Lisa
Co-founder & Head Bartender
The heart and hustle behind The Hitching Post. Lisa brings years of hospitality experience and a passion for creating moments that feel effortless and special. Her eye for detail and commitment to quality is reflected in every cocktail poured.
Olivia
Co-founder & Creative Director
Olivia brings fresh energy and creative flair to every event. With a talent for crafting beautiful, garden-to-glass cocktails and an instinct for what makes a celebration feel truly curated, she ensures The Hitching Post is as gorgeous to look at as it is to experience.
What Drives Us
Our Values
Garden to Glass
We source seasonal, locally grown herbs, fruits, and botanicals from NC local partners to craft garden-to-glass cocktails that taste like the moment they were made.
Everyone's Welcome
From spirit-forward craft cocktails to beautifully made mocktails — we design menus where every guest feels celebrated.
Morning to Midnight
Coffee bars, cocoa stations, dirty sodas, or full cocktail service — The Hitching Post travels with you from brunch to last call.
Bespoke Every Time
No two events are alike. We collaborate with you to design a custom menu and experience that's unmistakably yours.
The Trailer Has a Story
A real, rustic horse trailer transformed into a mobile bar. It's a conversation piece and a backdrop — all in one.
Professionalism Always
TIPS certified bartenders, punctual setup, and gracious service — from booking to last pour, we take the stress out of the bar.
The Bar
One-of-a-Kind, Just Like Your Event
The Hitching Post isn't just a bar service — it's a statement piece. Our converted horse trailer bar brings rustic charm and modern elegance together in a way that photographs beautifully and impresses in person. Battery-powered and zero-noise, we set up anywhere without a generator.
From intimate backyard gatherings to full-scale wedding receptions, corporate events, and 5K race days — we set up, serve, and bring the party so you can focus on celebrating.
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Let's Celebrate Together
Ready to Book The Hitching Post?
We'd love to be part of your next celebration. Reach out to start planning your custom bar experience.