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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 ...

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 -  3:00 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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $27 for ages 2yrs and up. adult lap. Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 10:30 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $33-$37. Adults $36-$40 plus tax and fees.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

Falls River Flour Power Winter Express Gingerbread House Event

A Family Event For All Ages 2.5yrs and up Wear your holiday pajamas and hop on board our Winter Express/Gingerbread ...

Winter Solstice Crafting Celebration at William B. Umstead State Park

Let's celebrate the shortest day of the year by creating beautiful ornaments with the help of our native evergreen plants! ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Crabtree Creek Picnic Shelter #2, 8801 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: events.dncr.nc.gov
  • 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

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 ...

Carolina Inn's Gingerbread Build

Just in time for the holidays The Carolina Inn is hosting a children's Gingerbread Decorating Class. Join us for a ...

Merrily Mannered at Carolina Inn

Want your child to understand the basics of afternoon tea? This family friendly event is led by etiquette professional, Donna ...

*WAITLIST* Worthdale Holiday Pajama Party

'Tis the season for family fun! Bring the whole family and join Women Who Care and the Worthdale Community Center for ...

Mayton Holiday Market

Join us for our Holiday Market at The Mayton, in partnership with Chester Goodtree. Come to The Mayton to shop ...

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 ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: $47
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • 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 ...

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. ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 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

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 ...

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 ...

Town of Morrisville's Chanukah Festival

The Town of Morrisville menorah lighting ceremony symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness — a message that resonates universally ...

The Great Raleigh Trolley presents Christmas Spirits Ghost Tour

Hear Raleigh’s tales of the ghosts of Christmas past and present aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley. Try something a little ...

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