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12 Days of Christmas at Urban Air Raleigh

We’re launching The 12 Days of Christmas at Urban Air Raleigh — December 12–23! Each day guests who purchase a ...

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

A magical holiday tradition returns! For over 40 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has enchanted audiences with this musical comedy take ...

Cookie Exchange Run with Fleet Feet Village District

Join us for our annual Cookie Exchange Run – our fourth and final holiday-themed run of the season! Enjoy a social ...

Sensory Friendly Event - Urban Air Raleigh

At Urban Air Raleigh, every child deserves a space to play. Join us for Sensory Friendly Play — a quieter, low-stimulation ...

Breakfast with Santa at Chick-fil-A Peakway

Join us for crafts, story time with Mrs. Teri & Santa! Santa and his Elf will read a couple of stories, ...

Apex Farmers Market at The Depot

The Apex Farmers Market & Local Food Alliance is a non-profit, volunteer-led community organization committed to the health, wellness, and ...

Cary Farmers Market

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a ...

Holiday Fun with the Grinch at Little Doodles (Glenwood Ave)

Enjoy holiday fun with a Grinch meet and greet, festive crafts, and cheerful activities for the whole family. Create lasting ...

Holly Springs Farmers Market

Farmers markets are essential to the livelihood of farmers and food producers. They offer an efficient way for residents to obtain ...

Paint Paper Play

For Ages 1yrs - 3 yrs Adult participation required Get ready for a world of colorful and wonderfully messy fun! Each Paint ...

Santa at Wake Forest Farmers Market

Santa will be there. Join us at the Wake Forest Farmers Market on Saturdays. Year round. Rain or shine.

*SOLD OUT* 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 ...

Western Wake Farmers Market - Santa & Seedling

Santa will be at Western Wake Farmers Market, listening to your wish list and giving out FREE Longleaf Pine seedlings, ...

Artful Gifts: DIY Wrapping Paper

In this season of giving, artist Julia Einstein will teach the art of creating beautiful handmade items for the people ...

Carolina Inn's Brunch with Santa

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

Fable Holiday Market

Last minute shopping? Need to get the family out of the house? Whether you are dodging the in-laws or just ...

Handcrafted Holiday Market

We are so excited for our biggest Holiday Market yet at the NC State Fairgrounds. Join us on Saturday and ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: NC State Fairgrounds - Exposition Center, 4825 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission is $5 . Children 16yrs and under are free to attend.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holidays with the Popes

Visit the Pope House to enjoy period-accurate decorations, music, and games. Relax with the Popes as you learn about 20th-century ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Pope House Museum, 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Family Painting Class

Unleash your creativity while having a “whale” of a time at the Museum! This class is perfect for all skill ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride

For All Ages. 50minutes tour. Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy a ride ...

Sleigh Day at StarLight Pediatrics

Bring the whole family for a magical morning filled with fun, smiles, and Holiday cheer! This event, in partnership with ...

Suggly Sweater 5K and Fun Run

The Annual Suggly Sweater 5k and Fun Run at Sugg Farm Park Holly Springs - Part of the Run the ...

United Skates Kidz Bop

Bring the kids for a high-energy morning of skating to Kidz Bop & Disney (Super Clean) music! Perfect for families, ...

Winter Market at Midtown Farmers Market

Join us each Saturday in the Commons, November – April, from 10am to noon, for the Winter Market. This mini ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Commons, 4191 Main at North Hills St., Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: midtownfarmers.com
  • Category: Other

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

Children ages 5 to 12 and their families. Older children familiar with the book series may also enjoy the show. ...

Disney On Ice presents Jump In

Sing, dance and laugh along with your favorite pals while making new Disney memories! Celebrate the magic of courage, love and ...

  • 10:30 am -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $33 per ticket plus parking from $25
  • Website: www.disneyonice.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

SuperFun Saturday at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month for "super" fun with free arts & crafts for ...

Cary Ballet Company presents ”The Nutcracker” Suite

Cary Ballet Company presents Tchaikovsky's holiday tradition of ”The Nutcracker,” in Cary. Begin your holiday season with this classical performance, ...

Cookie Decorating at Altered State Brewing Co

Come join Darlin' Designs Baking Co. and learn how to turn cut-out sugar cookies into works of Art! Tricia, owner of ...

Feathered Farm's Christmas Keepsake Photos with Santa and Milkshake

Make magical holiday memories at the farm with Santa and our beloved farm friends! Santa will be waiting to hear ...

Fenton Makers Market

Join us for live music and local shopping! Shop from your favorite Fenton Stores and an additional 35 local artists ...

Historic Raleigh Trolley

Join us on Saturdays from March through December for a narrated, hour-long tour of downtown Raleigh. Tours depart from Mordecai Historic ...

Meet Santa at Grasshopper Farms

Step into Santa’s Workshop, where holiday magic comes to life! Inside our beautifully decorated workshop, you’ll enjoy a cozy, festive atmosphere ...

Ninja Open Rig (Gym) at Warrior Tech Raleigh

Participate in Open Rig sessions, where individuals and families can have fun and play or engage in self-paced training with ...

Sensory Storytime at Wendell Community Library

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming interactive programs designed for families of autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs. These storytimes ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and ...

  • 12:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Free

*SOLD OUT* Howling Cow's Holiday Tour

Enjoy a riding tour of NC State's Dairy Farm followed by a sampling of our holiday items. Tour guests will ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Randleigh Dairy Heritage Museum, 301 Dairy Lane, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $40. Kids under 3 and under are free.
  • Website: bit.ly
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Art LAB with United Arts Council of Wake County

Join artist Charlene Bowling the Arts Center lobby once a month to create art. Each month will be a different ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fuquay Varina Cultural Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.fuquay-varina.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at Fortnight

Join us Fortnight Brewing in Cary for a magical holiday celebration! What to Expect: Shop from amazing local vendors—perfect for last-minute Christmas ...

Merry Little Petting Zoo at Oaklyn Springs Brewery

Y’all… this one’s gonna be sweeter than a Christmas cookie fresh outta the oven. Rocking JH Farms is bringing a ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 2912 North Main Street Suite 100, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission. See Menu.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town

Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town This is our most requested event! Tickets will sell out for popular dates/times. ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1520 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $64.35 for 1 child and 2 Adults. $5 per Extra Adult.
  • Website: pineytown.com
  • Category: 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 ...

Cary Ballet Company presents ”The Nutcracker”

Cary Ballet Company presents Tchaikovsky's holiday tradition of ”The Nutcracker,” in Cary on Friday December 18th - Sunday, December 21st ...

Raleigh Kids Holiday Treasure Hunt

Looking for a magical holiday activity your kids will love? Join us for the Raleigh Kids Holiday Treasure Hunt, where young ...

Marbles Science Solvers

Play around with science! Get curious and explore the why behind the world around us with hands-on activities and experiments.

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

NC Symphony presents A Candlelight Christmas

Jeremy Tucker, conductor North Carolina Symphony Holiday Brass Raleigh Youth Choir It's the most wonderful time of the year! Rejoice in the holiday ...

Tap Yard's Winter Wonderland Market

It’s a Winter Wonderland at Tap Yard Raleigh! Get in the holiday spirit at our Winter Wonderland Market. Delight in ...

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 ...

Quadra's Kids Drop-In Soccer

Come play soccer for 2 hours! We form teams once everyone has arrive, you do not need to come with ...

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 ...

Art of Stem Parent's Night Out

Drop the kids off and enjoy a night out! Ages 4 - 11 Pizza and snack provided. Art activity, games and free play ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2180 N. Salem St. Suite 102, Apex, NC 27523
  • Cost: $40. 50% Sibling Discount Available.
  • Website: www.theartofstem.org
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Live Nativity and Angel Choir at Needmore Farms

Join us for one of our most cherished events of the season! Our Live Nativity returns for one night only, featuring ...

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 ...

Santa at Lake Myra Christmas Lights

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

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