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City of Raleigh Writes a Letter to Santa

Raleigh Parks is assisting the North Pole this holiday season by hosting Letters to Santa at select community centers! How it ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: See website for list of participating Raleigh Community Centers
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Meet The Grinch at The Mocha Room

The Grinch is returning to The Mocha Room! You can meet the Grinch and take pictures free! We will have breakfast available ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 2145 Ten Ten Rd., Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free Admission. Food for Purchase.
  • Website: themocharoom.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Marbles Gingerbread Jamboree

Sugar and spice and all things nice! Create special memories this holiday season with your very own keepsake gingerbread house. ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: IMAX Building (Venture Hall), 201 East Hargett Street Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $20 General Public. $18 Members.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

New Hope Valley Railway Santa's Roundup Train Ride Ride

Our train yard is decorated for the holiday season and our popular “Reindeer Round-up” returns. Kids will be able to ...

Cards at Optimist Community Center

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season! Each week participants will explore a different technique to create unique cards. Paper ...

Christmas at Historic Oak View County Park

Christmas at Oak View: 1850-1950 Learn how the Christmas holiday was experienced by the many different people and families living and ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Happy Holly Days Parade

We look forward to seeing you for our Happy Holly Days Parade! The Happy Holly Days Parade is held the second ...

Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park

Join us at the annual Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park! See how the Mordecai House would have been decorated ...

Kids Saturday Art

For Grades K-5 No artistic experience needed. Beginning and intermediate painting. All supplies included. Students will be painting along with the ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Creating My Art, 240 Newton Rd Suite A, Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: from $25. Sibling discount available.
  • Website: creatingmyart.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Knightdale's Christmas Parade

Come take in the spectacle that is the Knightdale Christmas Parade at it's new start time of 10:00am! The parade ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lowes Workshops

Our workshops are back and better than ever — now featuring in-store events, livestreams and on-demand content, all free for ...

Merry and Bright, A North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park

A Children's North Pole Market by Paper & Stars Studio at Historic Mordecai Park. Holiday Photos - Crafts - Music ...

NC Executive Mansion's Holiday Open House

Celebrate the holiday season with beautiful decorations and festive music from performing groups across North Carolina. No reservations are required or ...

NC State Capitol's State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House

From Thursday, Dec. 12th – Saturday, December 14th the Capitol will have holiday music in the rotunda! The lit State ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride

For All Ages. 60minutes tour. Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy a ride ...

St. Nicholas European Christmas Market at NC State Fairgrounds

Join us for shopping, food, and entertainment in the European Christmas Market Tradition! 17th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market is ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kerr Scott Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission and Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Toys From Teens at Roberts Park

The Raleigh Youth Council is Hosting the Annual Toys From Teens! Join us for a day filled with laughter, warmth, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Community Center, 1300 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free Admission with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cocoa and Caroling Tour with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride Begins

For All Ages: 60 min Step aboard our merry trolley and get ready to sing your heart out as you embark ...

Artspace Holiday Art Market

Shop with Artspace this holiday season at our Holiday Art Market! In addition to our more than 30 studio artists, ...

Christmas Home Tour

Join us for our Christmas Home Tour! We will have beautifully decorated homes on display, with hot chocolate and cookies. ...

Holiday Market at Haven Farm

Welcome to the Holiday Market at Haven! Get into the festive spirit with local vendors selling unique gifts, delicious treats, ...

Knightdale Christmas Parade Holiday Market at Oak City Brewing Company

Knightdale's Christmas Parade is back for 2024, and Oak City Brewing is the place to be! Enjoy the best view in ...

MAKRS Holiday Fest at the City Plaza

Welcome to our 4th annual MAKRS Holiday Fest! We have plenty of activities and additions this year! -170 local vendors -20 food trucks -Live ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 443 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: makrs.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

North Hills Holiday Market

Do your shopping at the North Hills Holiday Market! Festivities include: - Local Vendors - Sip & Shop - Food Trucks - Family Photo Area - ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Park at N Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Photos with Santa and Open Play/Feathered Farm Tour

Step into the wonder of the holidays with Santa right here on the farm! While Santa takes a break from ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 General Admission for ages 2-64. General Admission is free for under 2yrs.
  • Website: www.thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa at Bumble Brews Raleigh

Get your list ready and check it twice- Santa is coming to Bumble Brews Raleigh! Enjoy 1 hour of Open ...

Santa on the Roof of The Durham Hotel

Santa will return to The Durham this year! Come up to the Roof Sunday, December 14, 11-2pm, for photos with ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 E. Chapel Hill St., Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: Free Admission. See menu.
  • Website: www.thedurham.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Dessertery at Martin Marietta for the Performing Arts

Come indulge yourself in a family friendly holiday themed dessert café. THE DESSERTERY will feature elaborate holiday decor, all you ...

  • 11:30 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Kennedy Theatre, 2 East South Street Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $29 for those 7yrs+. $15 for ages 2-6. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: www.martinmariettacenter.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lunch with Santa at Doherty's Irish Pub and Restaurant of Cary

Lunch with Santa, A photo op, food and Christmas cheer! Come join the festive fun and make unforgettable memories with Santa! ...

Polar Ice Cary Skates with Santa and His Favorite Elf

Fun for the Entire Family! Admission includes skate rental

*SOLD OUT* Carolina Inn's Holiday Tea

It is said that Anna Russell, 7th Duchess of Bedford, invented Afternoon Tea in 1840. This was to satisfy her ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Crossroad Restaurant, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
  • Cost: $79 per person. Free for Ages 5 and under.
  • Website: www.destinationhotels.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Oakwood Candlelight Tour

Get ready to take a walk through history this holiday season, as ten properties in the Historic Oakwood neighborhood open ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Tucker House, 418 N. Person Street,, Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: $40. Children under 6yrs are admitted without a ticket when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Website: www.historicoakwood.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Family Candy Cane Hunt at Garner Recreation Center

In this photo scavenger hunt, families will each be given a poster size candy cane to decorate, along with clues ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Multipurpose Room, 215 W Main St., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: $10 Residents. $14 Non Residents.
  • Website: garner.recdesk.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Poiema Artistry presents It's a Wonderful Life The Musical

Inspired by the beloved 1946 film, this musical closely follows George Bailey’s journey from youthful dreams to midlife struggles, as ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.poiemaac.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Blue Jay Point County Park's Family Wildlife Series

Holiday Habitat Helpers You can attract winter wildlife to your backyard by providing or improving their habitat. We’ll check out? ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade

For the past 45 consecutive years, the Cary Jaycees have sponsored the Cary Christmas Parade in downtown Cary. Come join us ...

NC Vibes presents Holiday Family Time

Holiday Magic Season with a day filled with festive fun for the whole family! Hot chocolate & Cookies with Santa, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Mirrors Venue, 3300 Woman’s Club Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: $5 General Admission. Kids under 3 are free.
  • Website: ncvibes.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Parade to Park at Downtown Cary Park

Join us for a jolly good time at Downtown Cary Park following the 2024 Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade! Get ready ...

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $29. Adults $35.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Play and Music at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Can Mrs. Claus Save Christmas? By Ruth Ann Pattee It is two weeks until Christmas and exhausted Santa wistfully dreams of ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Adults $18. Seniors $12. Students 16 & under $10.
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Vendor Fair at Treelight Square Christmas Market

Come shop through a German Christmas Market inspired event with Community Pop Ups NC & Sonder Coffee. Treelight Square in ...

Cookies with Santa at Little Doodles Wendell

Join us for open play, story time, a visit with Santa, and delicious cookies and milk. Santa will visit from ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11 W 3rd St., Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: $35 for first child. $25 per sibling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Raleigh Ringers Holiday Concert at Meymandi Concert Hall

The Raleigh Ringers’ holiday handbell concert will continue the tradition of their annual holiday program! The Ringers will perform unique ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: $15 - $28
  • Website: rr.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

WinterFest at Ting Park

Join us as we kick off the most festive time of the year! WinterFest is sure to be the event ...

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh comes to light every holiday season with Illuminate Art Walk presented by Wake Tech! Since December 2020, Illuminate ...

Santa's Trolley

Santa is lost in Raleigh, and Holly the Elf needs your help to find him! Join Holly aboard the Historic ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $15 per person
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Live Nativity Scene at Christ's Sanctified Holy Church Raleigh

We want to extend the experience of the birth of Jesus to everyone! Please join us for an intimate and ...

Camp Agapé's O' Holy Night

Join us at Camp Agapé for an enchanting evening filled with fellowship and a captivating live retelling of the Christmas ...

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

Night at the Lights

The holidays are here and we can't wait to celebrate with you. Join us in downtown Wendell, NC for a ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W 3rd St, Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: subsplash.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Penny Road's Drive-Thru Live Nativity

You are invited to witness the birth of Jesus through realistic scene recreations, live animals, music and treats & craft ...

Saint Andrew UMC's Live Nativity

Come join us to see the Christmas Story play out as you drive or walk the path, there will be ...

*SOLD OUT* Poiema Artistry presents It's a Wonderful Life The Musical

Inspired by the beloved 1946 film, this musical closely follows George Bailey’s journey from youthful dreams to midlife struggles, as ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.poiemaac.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Christmas Play and Music at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Can Mrs. Claus Save Christmas? By Ruth Ann Pattee It is two weeks until Christmas and exhausted Santa wistfully dreams of ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Adults $18. Seniors $12. Students 16 & under $10.
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lake Myra Christmas Lights plus Santa

Friends, We are a little over a month from our 2024 Season!!! We will be open November 27th -December 31st ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 10 S. Cypress St., Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: Free Admission. Donations Accepted.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Nutcracker at Fuquay Varina Arts Center

Join Lady Thistledown as she guides us through the magical dream that is The Nutcracker. The Fuquay-Varina Arts Center is ...

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