

Get ready to celebrate the season in Downtown Wake Forest!
Our charming downtown will be filled with holiday cheer, special shopping, and festive fun for the whole family. Stroll the streets, explore local shops and restaurants, and discover the magic waiting around every corner.
What’s Happening:
Small Business Stocking Search
Wake Forest Holiday Artisans Market
Page 158 Books Holiday Market
Pictures with Santa: Please note that advance registration is required and this is not a walk-in opportunity. For more information, visit the Town of Wake Forest website and search “Pictures with Santa.” A huge thank you to the Wake Forest Police Department Junior Cadet Program for assisting with this event!
Holiday Crafts, Sales, and Specials:
Holiday Crafts, Cookies, and Cheer at Wake Forest Art & Frame Shop: Enjoy a festive day of kids’ ornament crafting, hot cider, cookies, and holiday shopping.
Cookies and Cocoa at Arrow Tree Boutique: Enjoy a cozy cup of hot cocoa and a sweet cookie while you shop, and don’t forget to grab a special coupon for your next visit.
Holiday Wine Cork Craft at Unwined on White: Celebrate the season at Unwined on White with a festive Holiday Wine Cork Craft event, where guests can enjoy a cozy atmosphere while creating their own holiday-inspired cork décor.
Our downtown businesses are decking the halls with holiday cheer! Stay tuned for more merry surprises, festive treats, and special seasonal offerings coming your way!
Special Pop-Ups:
Stop by and enjoy festive fun with these holiday pop-ups throughout Downtown Wake Forest:
Happy Hogs Sauce Demonstration – Indulge in locally made sauces and rubs. Find them inside North Carolina General Stores.
Kamryn's Crochet Cove - Explore beautifully handcrafted crochet gifts made with care by Kamryn, perfect for the holiday season. Find her inside Wake Forest Coffee Company from 12 to 3 pm.
Creating Sparkles Co. Face Painting – Get into the holiday spirit with festive face painting inside of the Yellow Butterfly from 12 to 3 pm.
Polka Dot Treat Shop – They will be located outside of Sugar Magnolia Cafe serving festive holiday treats that bring a sweet touch to the season from 12 pm to 3 pm.
Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. – Table with games, prizes, and more holiday surprises from 12 to 3 pm.
Wake Forest Police Department – Meet officers at North Carolina General Stores and hear about their upcoming Polar Plunge event benefiting North Carolina Special Olympics from 12 to 3 pm.
Wake Forest Pride – Gift Wrapping Station: Gift wrapping with a $2 or $3 donation from 12 pm to 6 pm located at Jubilation Spa
Bring your family, invite your friends, and make a day of it in Downtown Wake Forest —where holiday magic comes to life!
Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. thanks you for supporting local this holiday season. We can't wait to see you at our Downtown Holiday Open House!