Cranfield Academy-Morrisville Open House
Join us for our Open House and discover what makes our school community unique. Tour our classrooms and outdoor spaces ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 6010 McCrimmon Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
- Cost: Free with Pre-registration
- Website: cranfieldacademy.com
- Category: Informational & Tours, Free
Discovery Day at White Deer Park
White Deer Park’s signature program features hands-on learning through experiments, crafts and other activities. Each month offers a different theme ...
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: 2400 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC 27529
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational & Tours, Free
Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition Entry Display
Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser sponsored by Friends of Fuquay Varina Arts Center Categories: Adult 18yrs+ Child 5yrs - 10yrs Youth 11yrs - 17yrs Family ...
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Fuquay Varina Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.fuquayjuniors.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk
This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, December 6 until Sunday, December 14 during garden open hours. Not ...
- 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
- Cost: Free
- Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
- Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks, Free
Little Fentonians – Holiday Cermanic Ornament Painting
Come paint with us inside the Igloo at Fenton in Cary! Create your own festive ceramic ornament and celebrate the ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC 27511
- Cost: $24.86
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Moore Square's Imagination Playground
Let your imagination guide you as you use our big blue blocks to create your own playground!
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: raleighnc.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Free
NC State Capitol's Holiday Open House
From Thursday, Dec. 11th – Saturday, December 13th (from 10 a.m. -3 p.m. on Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. - ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Toddler Nature Time
Little ones and caregivers can enjoy nature time in a fun, safe, and relaxed environment. Drop in at any time ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: White Deer Park Nature Center, 2400 State Rd 2710, Garner, NC 27529
- Cost: $3 for Residens. $5 for Non Residents.
- Website: garner.recdesk.com
- Category: Classes
Bilingual Nature Stories at Prairie Ridge Ecostation
Join us as we open your eyes to the wonderful world of nature through a family-friendly, nature-filled storytime. We’ll begin ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: 1671 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Library Programs, Free
New Hope Valley: Santa's Express Train Ride
Our train yard and track are decorated for the holiday season. Come ride on our historic train for 50 minutes ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 3900 Bonsal Rd., New Hill, NC 27562
- Cost: from $18
- Website: www.etix.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Informational & Tours
The Bunny Hive's Celebration Storytime: Hanukahh
Help us celebrate Hanukkah with a special storytime made just for little ones! We’ll share sweet stories, sing festive songs, ...
- 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
- Location: 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
- Cost: $30 Non Members. Class Credit for Members.
- Website: api.hellowalla.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Rock Solid Warrior Apex' Homeschool Open Gym
Don’t miss our Daytime Open Gym! Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12PM–1PM Perfect for homeschoolers looking to stay active, build strength, ...
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: 2131 E Williams St., Ste 106, Apex, NC 27539
- Cost: $15 per person per visit
- Website: rocksolidwarrior.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Other
Cranfield Academy Cary's Open House
You’re invited to enjoy a cozy and flavorful Chili Night Open House! Mingle with other families, connect with our wonderful ...
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 150 Towne Village Dr., Cary, NC 27513
- Cost: Free with Registration
- Website: cranfieldacademy.com
- Category: Informational & Tours, Free
*SOLD OUT* Holiday Express at Pullen Park
One of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday traditions is back! Holiday Express at Pullen Park will once again transform the park ...
- 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
- Cost: $17 plus tax and fees
- Website: raleighnc.gov
- Category: Holiday Events
Kids Intro to Circus Arts – Open Level with Cirque de Vol
Step right up! Our Kids Intro to Circus Arts class is the perfect way for kids ages 8+ to discover ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 300 W. Hargett St, #40, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Drop-in Trial Rate: $30 per class
- Website: www.cirquedevol.com
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride
The Magic Returns! “Well, are you coming?” Inspired by the hit movie, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and ...
- 4:45 pm
- Location: 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, NC 28159
- Cost: from $40 per child or $47 per adult
- Website: www.nctransportationmuseum.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Informational & Tours
Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh
Shining Light on North Carolina from December 5, 2025- January 6, 2026. Downtown Raleigh shines every holiday season with Illuminate ...
- 5:00 pm
- Location: Downtown Raleigh (see website for map of installations), Raleigh, NC, 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: downtownraleigh.org
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Moore Square Winterfaire
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Presents... Moore Square Winterfaire! Welcome to our 1st annual Moore Square Winterfaire, a European Christmas Market and ...
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: makrs.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
NC State Capitol's State Tree Lighting
Join the State Capitol and Gov. Josh Stein for the annual tree-lighting tradition on Thursday, Dec. 11th! The festivities will ...
- 5:30 pm
- Location: 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Free
Ruckus Pizza, Pasta and Spirits' Grinch Dinner
Ready for the most fun your family will have this holiday season? The Grinch is hosting dinner at Ruckus! Enjoy a full ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 8111 Tryon Woods Dr, Cary, NC 27511
- Cost: $30 per person
- Website: www.ruckuspizza.com
- Category: Holiday Events
Must See Raleigh Holiday Edition with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride Begins
For All Ages. 1 hour tour. During the holidays, the State Capitol and Downtown Raleigh come alive with Christmas magic. This ...
- 6:15 pm - 8:15 pm
- Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
- Cost: $22 per ticket. Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
- Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
- Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended production ever, this beautiful ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: from $38
- Website: www.martinmariettacenter.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts
DPAC presents A Christmas Carol
The Hit Musical Comedy with Heart Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six ...
- 7:30 pm
- Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC 27701
- Cost: from $45
- Website: www.dpacnc.com
- Category: Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts
