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Daily January 13 - February 8, 2026

Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:00 am–4:30 pm. Saturday–Sunday: 10:00...

Free

4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC, 27606

919-515-3132

01/24 Garner Performing Arts Center presents Barter Theatre's Alice in Wonderland

When Alice chases the White Rabbit down a rabbit hole, she tumbles into a curious world with a zany ...

Category:Shows

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Hours: 10am to 11am and 1pm to 2pm

$10

742 W Garner Rd., Garner, NC, 27529

919-661-6988

“A howling good time. This show is perfect for everyone.” – Newsday A Hilarious, Heartfelt Family ...

Category:Shows

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Hours: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

from $45 per person

Raleigh Auditorium of Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

919-996-8700

04/25 Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival at Bond Park

Join us under the shady canopy of Bond Park where a festival budding with arts and crafts awaits. Th ...

Category:Spring Festivals

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm

Free Admission

Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, NC, 27513

(919) 462-3864

05/01 - 05/03 NC Symphony presents Jurassic Park in Concert

Conner Gray Covington, conductor Watch Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning dinosaur classic in high def ...

Category:Shows

May 1-3, 2026

Hours: 8PM Friday and Saturday. 3PM Sunday.

from $59

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601

919-733-2750

06/21 - 01/11 Blue Whales at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

"Blue Whales" special exhibition is open June 21, 2025 – January 11, 2026. Blue whales are BIG! H ...

June 21, 2025 - January 11, 2026

Hours: 10AM—5PM (last entry at 4PM)

Free for Museum Members and children 2years or younger....

11 West Jones St., Raleigh, NC, 27601

919.707.9800

10/01 - 10/31 Beech Bluff's Fall Food Drive

Join our efforts with North Carolina Community Workforce Solutions to support local food security by ...

Category:Donations Drives

October 1 - 31, 2025

Hours: 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Donations Accepted

Park Center, 3321 NC 42 Hwy., Willow Spring, NC, 27592

919-255-7290

Welcome to the Raleigh, NC Toys for Tots Official Website (covering Wake, Durham, Johnston, Granvil ...

Category:Donations Drives

October 1 - December 15, 2025

Hours: See business hours

Donations Accepted

Use website link to identify drop off locations

919-916-0326

10/10 - 12/31 Cary's Gingerbread House Competition and Display

The sweetest competition of the season is back! The 15th Annual Gingerbread House Competition is off ...

Category:Holiday Events

Registration: October 20 - November 23. Stroll: Dece...

Free

Select downtown Cary businesses, Cary, NC, 27511

9194623871

11/01 -12/24 Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

From November 1st through December 24th, you can have your family’s photo taken with Santa for free! ...

Category:Santa Sightings

November 1 - December 24, 2025

Hours: Reservation Slots: 10AM - 7:45PM

Free Admission with Reservation

11/05 - 12/20 Annual Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition & Fundraiser

Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser sponsored by Friends of Fuquay Varina Arts Center Cate ...

November 5 - December 20, 2025

Hours: Fuquay Varina Arts Center Hours: Monday through Friday,...

Competition Entry Fee: $10-$20 per entry

Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 East Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526

919-567-3921

Kick off the season of skating, music, and festive fun at Fenton’s outdoor rink in Cary! Lace up, gl ...

Category:Holiday Events

November 7, 2025 - February 8, 2026

Hours: See Schedule on the website

General Sale Tickets: $18 plus tax. Season Pass: $90...

Fenton Square by Paragaon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, NC, 27511

11/07 - 12/23 The Polar Express Train Ride with NC Transportation Museum

The Magic Returns! “Well, are you coming?” Inspired by the hit movie, this holiday favorite comes ...

Category:Holiday Rides

Select dates November 7 - December 23, 2025

Hours: Timed Entry. See website for details.

from $40 per child or $47 per adult

1 Samuel Spencer Dr., Spencer, NC, 28159

704-636-2889

11/07 - 12/24 Santa at Crabtree Valley Mall

Don't miss Santa pictures at Crabtree! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: M ...

Category:Santa Sightings

November 7 - December 24, 2025

Hours: See website for details

See website for details

Lower Level, Center Court, 4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27612

919-783-7438

11/08 - 12/05 Wake County Salvation Army Angel Tree

Parents and legal guardians living in Wake County who are facing challenges this holiday season can ...

Category:Donations Drives

Registration Septmber 29 at 8AM - October 5, 2025 at 5...

Donations Accepted

1863 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27604

(919) 834-6733

11/11 - 12/13 Village District Angel Tree Donations

This year, Village District is proudly supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wake County through its ...

Category:Donations Drives

November 11 - December 13, 2025

2068 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27605

11/15 - 01/11 NC Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphiteatre

Experience the Magic of the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival Join us in Cary, North Carol ...

Nightly from November 15 - January 11, 2026. Closed Ch...

Hours: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Please arrive by 9PM.

from $17 for 3yrs+. Children 2yrs and under are free. ...

8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, 27518

919-462-2025

Experience the Magic of the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival Join us in Cary, North Carol ...

Nightly from November 15 - January 11, 2026. Closed Ch...

Hours: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Please arrive by 9PM.

from $17 for 3yrs+. Children 2yrs and under are free. ...

8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, 27518

919-462-2025

11/15 - 12/23 Letters for Santa Mailbox in Wake Forest

Children of all ages are invited to bring their letters to Santa’s Mailbox anytime between November ...

Category:Santa Sightings

through December 23

Hours: All day

Free

Jones Plaza, Intersection of South White Street and East Jones Avenue, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

919-435-9430

11/18 - 12/19 Mad Splatter's Holiday Events

When you arrive, select and pay for your choice of canvas or pottery pieces! Tuesday, November 18 ...

Category:Holiday Arts and Crafts

Select dates from November 18 - December 19, 2025

Varies on chosen events

2016 Creekside Landing Dr., Apex, NC, 27502

919.267.4698

11/19 - 01/04 Greensboro Science Center's Winter Wonderlights

The lights are back and brighter than ever! The Greensboro Science Center transforms into a holi ...

Select Days from November 19 through January 4, 2026

Hours: Timed Entry from 5PM – 8PM

$25. Under 3yrs Free.

4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC, 27455

336-288-3769

The lights are back and brighter than ever! The Greensboro Science Center transforms into a holi ...

Select Days from November 19 through January 4, 2026

Hours: Timed Entry from 5PM – 8PM

$25. Under 3yrs Free.

4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC, 27455

336-288-3769

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Str ...

Select Days from November 20, 2025 - January 3, 2026

Hours: 5:30PM - 9PM

$12 per person General Admission. Tickets required for...

Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701

(919) 687-6500

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Str ...

Select Days from November 20, 2025 - January 3, 2026

Hours: 5:30PM - 9PM

$12 per person General Admission. Tickets required for...

Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701

(919) 687-6500

82nd ABC11 Crossroads Ford Apex Raleigh Christmas Parade presented by Shop Local Raleigh Start ti ...

Category:Holiday Parades

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Hours: 9:30AM - 12PM

Free Admission

Hillsborough Street and Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27603

(919) 256-3640

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11/22 - 01/04 The Rink at Red Hat Amphitheater

Join us for Holiday Fun at THE RINK! Enjoy the thrill of ice skating in winter wonderland created i ...

Category:Holiday Events

Select days from November 22, 2025 through December 28...

Hours: See website for details

$15 Skater Admission (includes skate rental). Spectator...

500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

(919) 996-8800

11/26 - 12/31 Lake Myra Christmas Lights

We have a walkway around the lights and through our tallest tree! You’re also welcome to stand or br ...

Nightly from November 26 -December 31, 2025

Hours: 5:30pm - 10pm

Free Admission. Donations Accepted.

10 S. Cypress St., Wendell, NC, 27591

(984) 339-5008

A Christmas Light Display in Apex, NC For the last decade, our family has loved putting up a Chri ...

Thanksgiving thru New Years Day

Hours: Sunday - Thursday 5:30PM - 9:30PM. 5:30PM - 10:30PM Fr...

Free. Donations Accepted.

700 Bay Bouquet Lane, Apex, NC, 27523

11/27 - 12/26 Christmas Lights on Holt Road

Enjoy driving through one of Apex’s most magical Christmas displays! Due to the growing populari ...

November 27 - December 26, 2025

Hours: See website for details

$20 - $27 per vehicle. Fast Pass and Season Pass also a...

1012 Holt Rd., Apex, NC, 27523

11/27 - 12/28 Hill Ridge Farms' Festival of Lights

Come make memories with us this holiday season during our Hill Ridge Farms Festival of Lights! ...

November 27 through December 28, 2025

Hours: Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays: 5PM-9PM. Fridays &...

$19.95 ages 2-64 . Less than 2 years old free.

703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville, NC, 27596

919-556-1771

Welcome to Piper Lights! Here is everything you need to know about visiting our family’s drive-t ...

November 28, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Hours: Sunday-Thursday from 5:30-9pm, Friday and Saturday from...

Admission is always free, donations appreciated.

5725 Fixit Shop Road, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

11/28 - 12/23 Christmas Lights on the Farm

Discover the Wonder of Christmas Lights During the Christmas Season, the owners of Big Daddy’s F ...

Fridays-Sundays between November 28 - December 21 and D...

Hours: 6:30PM - 9PM

$15 General Admission

11875 NC Hwy 222 W, Middlesex, NC, 27557

919-618-8117

11/28 - 12/24 Marbles IMAX presents Polar Express 3D

On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, ...

Category:Holiday Shows and Concerts

Select Days from November 28 - December 24, 2025

Hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

$11 - $14

201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

919.834.4040

11/29 - 12/23 Naylor Family Farm - Christmas On The Farm

Embark on a magical evening of Chirstmas fun! Be prepared - most families spend the whole evening wi ...

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from November 29 - Decem...

Hours: 4PM - 9PM

$18.62 per person 3yrs+. Kids under 2 are free per payi...

6016 US 401 North, Fuquay Varina, NC, 27526

(910) 591-1965

11/29 - 12/23 The Santa Express with The Great Raleigh Trolley

For All Ages. 50minutes tour. Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their ...

Category:Holiday Rides

Saturdays and Sundays from November 29 - December 21 an...

Hours: 10AM-7PM - Timed Entry

$27 for ages 2yrs and up. adult lap. Infants under 2 ...

Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC, 27604

919-520-3905

11/29- 12/20- Vollmer Farm's Santa Experiences

The holiday magic is back on the farm, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Join us for our S ...

Category:Santa Sightings

Selected Dates from November 29 - December 20, 2025

Hours: check schedule for specific event

677 Hwy 98 E, Bunn, NC, 27508

919-496-3076

11/30 - 12/23 Carolina Inn's Brunch with Santa

A festive Carolina Inn meal with Santa will undoubtedly usher in the Christmas magic for young and o ...

Category:Holiday Events

Saturdays and Sundays from November 30 - December 23, 2...

Hours: 10AM or 12:30PM

$75 for 4yrs+. Free for under 3yrs.

Crossroad Restaurant, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

919-918-2777

11/30 - 12/23 Carolina Inn's Hanukkah Dinner

Celebrate the spirit of Hanukkah through the lighting of a menorah, education from local Jewish lead ...

Category:Holiday Events

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Hours: 6PM

$99 per person. $50 for kids 6yrs and under.

Crossroad Restaurant, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

919-918-2777

12/01 - 12/15 Ruckus Santa or Grinch Dinner

Join Us for Dinner with Santa & The Grinch at Ruckus! Get ready for a double dose of holiday chee ...

Category:Santa Sightings

select dates from December 1 - 15, 2025

Hours: 6PM - 8PM

Santa: See Menu. Grinch: $30 per person

12/02 - 12/18 Holiday Express at Pullen Park

Tickets for this popular event will go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m. exclusively through Ticke ...

Category:Holiday Events

December 2-18, 2025

Hours: Train Ride Time: Every Half Hour from 4:30PM - 9:30PM

$17 plus tax and fees

520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606

919-996-6468

12/03 - 12/17 Candy Cane Creations at Garner Recreation Center

Get your kids into the holiday spirit with our Christmas-themed art class, Candy Cane Creations! ...

Category:Holiday Arts and Crafts

Wednesdays from December 3 - 17, 2025

Hours: 5PM or 6:15PM

$36 Residents. $50 Non Resident.

Art Room, 215 West Main Street, Garner, NC, 27529

(919) 890-7316

12/03 - 12/20 Aberdeen Carolina and Western Railway's The Carolina Christmas Train

All Aboard the Carolina Christmas Train! Get ready to make magical holiday memories with your lov ...

Category:Holiday Rides

December 3 - 20, 2025

Hours: 5:30PM & 7:30PM Departure

From $49 per seat. Under 2yrs: Free as a lap infant.

100 Russell Drive, Star, NC, 27356

(704) 266-0644

The 67th annual WRAL Tower lighting is tonight! It will feature a live, half-hour special of musi ...

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Hours: 7:00 pm

Free Admission

2619 Western Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27606

(919) 821-8555

The 67th annual WRAL Tower lighting is tonight! It will feature a live, half-hour special of musi ...

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Hours: 7:00 pm

Free Admission

2619 Western Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27606

(919) 821-8555

The 67th annual WRAL Tower lighting is tonight! It will feature a live, half-hour special of musi ...

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Hours: 7:00 pm

Free Admission

2619 Western Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27606

(919) 821-8555

12/04 - 12/19 Santa at The Bunny Hive Raleigh

Register online for individual sessions. North Pole Playdate and Photos with Santa Thursday, ...

Category:Santa Sightings

December 4, 16, 17 & 19, 2025

Hours: see schedule

$20 - $80 per session

711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603

9196238076

Starting after the Tree Lighting on December 4, Fuquay Mineral Spring Park will be decorated with ma ...

Nightly from December 4, 2025 - Early January 2026

Hours: through 10PM

Free Admission

104 Spring Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526

919-552-1400

12/05 - 12/14 Poiema Artistry present Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin ...

Category:Shows

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from December 5 - 14, 20...

Hours: Fridays at 7PM. Saturdays at 1PM and 7PM. Sundays 3PM.

$30

Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27614

919-845-6565

12/05- 12/14 Apex Snowman Stroll on Salem

The Snowman Stroll on Salem is a festive promotional event designed to enhance your holiday experien ...

December 5 - 14, 2025

Free

Downtown, Apex, NC, 27502

12/05- 12/21 Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

A magical holiday tradition returns! For over 40 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has enchanted audienc ...

Category:Holiday Shows and Concerts