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November 27 - December 3

Christmas Store Toy Donations at Apex UMC

The Community Christmas Store provides financially challenged parents with an appointment to choose free toys for their children, ages 14 ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Kids and parents pay a visit to the North Pole, and hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance ...

Christmas Carousel Holiday Market at NC State Fairgrounds

For over 35 years the Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market has been a Triangle Thanksgiving Tradition for thousands of holiday ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building, 4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 5 and under are free. Children 6-12 $5. Adults $9.
  • Website: southeast.tixonlinenow.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Holiday Film Series at CMX CinéBistro

The CMX Holiday Film Series is BACK! Enjoy your favorite holiday classics back on the big screen Sundays & Wednesdays from ...

Christmas Spirits with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Join this 90-minute trolley tour as our expert storytellers send shivers down your spine that has nothing to do with ...

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Cheapskate Monday at Fenton Square

Start your Monday off right skating at Fenton! Every Monday guests can skate with us for $3 off tickets.

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Santa's Workshop at the Morrisville Police Department

Santa will be appearing early at the Morrisville Police Department! Bring your family for an evening of arts and crafts, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 260 Town Hall Drive, Suite C, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Donation of $10 cash OR a brand new unused toy is required per group for participation.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Frosted at Fenton

You’re invited to a morning of frosted fun. Get in the spirit of the season by attending this FREE give ...

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Bike Nights at Nights of Lights at Dorothea Dix Park

Ride your bike, trike, or scooter through the Nights of Lights event during the special designated time for visitors on ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Individual - $10 Family 4-pack - $30 (limited availability)
  • Website: event.etix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with Junior League of Raleigh

The Junior League of Raleigh’s (JLR) popular holiday tradition is back, offering a unique shopping experience while raising money for ...

  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: advance for $10 online or $12 at the door
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Ice Skate Give Back Days: Holiday Toy Drive at Fenton

Fenton is partnering with USO North Carolina this holiday season to bring a little cheer to our wonderful service members ...

  • 3:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Fenton Gateway Dr., Cary, NC, 27511
  • Cost: with donation $13 plus tax and fees
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Kids and parents pay a visit to the North Pole, and hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance ...

Tree Lighting Ceremony at Holly Springs Cultural Center

Kick off the holiday season with the town's tree lighting. Crafts, games, visits with Santa, and more festive fun will ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 West Ballentine St. Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.hollyspringsnc.us
  • Category: Holiday Events

Opening Night for Holidays in the Park at Museum of Life and Science

Join us at the Museum as we light up the park in celebration of the holiday season! Enjoy a memorable ...

  • 5:55 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: Admission only — $16 per person. Admission + train ride (for ages three and up) — $19 per person. Tickets are free for kids two and under.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fuquay Varina Tree Lighting and Sleigh Rides

Fuquay-Varina Downtown will host a ticketed Sleigh Ride during the Town Christmas Tree Lighting. Fast Passes are distributed as a ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 205 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free entry. Sleigh rides available for purchase
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa's Workshop at the Morrisville Police Department

Santa will be appearing early at the Morrisville Police Department! Bring your family for an evening of arts and crafts, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 260 Town Hall Drive, Suite C, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Donation of $10 cash OR a brand new unused toy is required per group for participation.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Must See Raleigh Holiday Edition with the Great Raleigh Trolley

During the holidays, the State Capitol and Downtown Raleigh come alive with Christmas magic. This family-friendly tour lasts approximately 60 ...

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with Junior League of Raleigh

The Junior League of Raleigh’s (JLR) popular holiday tradition is back, offering a unique shopping experience while raising money for ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: advance for $10 online or $12 at the door
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser with Fuquay Varina Junior Woman's Club

As you are filling up your calendar with all your holiday plans, we hope you will include our 3rd Annual ...

Merry Missions Market at Hephzibah Baptist Church

Shop local and support mission partnerships at the 1st Annual Merry Missions Market! Stroll through our indoor market with 30+ vendors! ...

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

WinterFest and Tree Trail at Ting Park

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

Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join Apex Town Council in downtown Apex as the tree at The Depot is lit! Santa and Mrs. Claus join ...

Annual Cookie Walk with Wendell United Methodist Church

Everyone is invited to join us for our Annual Cookie walk! Be sure to stop by while you are downtown ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Kids and parents pay a visit to the North Pole, and hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance ...

Wendell Wonderland

Get ready! Wendell Wonderland is back with a great lineup of family activities while supporting the Marine Toys for Tots ...

Holiday Night Market at Five Hearts Therapeutic Hosemanship Farm

Imagine live holiday music, hot chocolate, twinkling lights, craft vendor shopping, beverages and yummy food in a farm setting! Join ...

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Shining nightly from December 2, 2022 through January 14, 2023. Downtown Raleigh comes to light with Illuminate Art Walk presented ...

Lighting of Wake Forest

You're invited to experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season at the 2022 Lighting of Wake Forest. Presented by ...

Brier Creek Tree Lighting Ceremony

Ring in the holiday season with our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place on Friday, December 2nd! Santa himself will ...

Morrisville Tree Lighting

Join us as we kick off the holiday season with our Town of Morrisville Tree Lighting event! This year’s event ...

Storytime and Visits with Santa at Gathering Gallery

We'll start at Read with Me for a story read by Santa and then head to Gathering Gallery for visits ...

Tree Lighting at Knightdale Station Park

Join us as we kick off the Christmas Season by lighting the tree at Knightdale Station Park. Write letters to ...

Must See Raleigh Holiday Edition with the Great Raleigh Trolley

During the holidays, the State Capitol and Downtown Raleigh come alive with Christmas magic. This family-friendly tour lasts approximately 60 ...

Myra's Angels Foundation Winter Wonderland Charity Gala

Myra’s Angels Foundation (MAF) was established February 2017 in Raleigh, North Carolina. MAF’s main focus is to make a difference ...

Cary Players presents A Christmas Story at The Cary Arts Center

Based on the classic movie, humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest of the 1940s follows young ...

Christmas Spirits with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Join this 90-minute trolley tour as our expert storytellers send shivers down your spine that has nothing to do with ...

Holiday Concert with the Fuquay Varina Chorale at Fuquay Varina Arts Center

The Fuquay Varina Chorale has quickly become our favorite collection of local voices! Sleigh rides, starry nights and cozy fires ...

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon at Crabtree Greenway

On Saturday, December 3, the Raleigh Holiday Half Marathon returns to the Capital Area Greenway System on the Crabtree Creek ...

A Shopping Spree with Junior League of Raleigh

The Junior League of Raleigh’s (JLR) popular holiday tradition is back, offering a unique shopping experience while raising money for ...

  • 9:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: advance for $10 online or $12 at the door
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cookies for Santa at Williams Sonoma Fenton

Don’t forget to leave cookies out for Santa! Decorate Holiday Cookies with us that St. Nick is sure to love. This kids ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 20 Fenton Main St Ste 160 Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free. Call to reserve your spot.
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holly Days at Sanderson High School

Join us for the best shopping event of the year! Sanderson's 23rd annual Holly Days Extravaganza is back with 150+ ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Sanderson High School, 5500 Dixon Dr. Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: $2. 65 and over are free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pictures With Santa at the Holly Springs Farmers Market

Santa will be at the Holly Springs Farmers Market on December 3rd from 9:00-Noon! Bring the kids to have their photo ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs, NC, 27540
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

SOLD OUT Reindeer Round-up with New Hope Valley Railway Ride

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

Downtown Wake Forest Holiday Open House

Kick off the holiday season and discover historic downtown Wake Forest’s unique array of shops and restaurants during the Downtown ...

Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser with Fuquay Varina Junior Woman's Club

As you are filling up your calendar with all your holiday plans, we hope you will include our 3rd Annual ...

Heart of the Holidays Cary Gingerbread House Competition

Downtown Cary Visit Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses. Local participants work hard ...

Holiday Artisans Market at Wake Forest Renaissance Center

ARTS Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Guild of Artists will present the 7th annual Wake Forest Holiday Artisans Market ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: artswakeforest.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Photos with Farm Animals at The Feathered Farm

Moooooooove over Santa! Milkshake the Steer, Gus the Shetland Pony and one of our baby goats are ready to make ...

Holidays with The Popes

Join the Pope House Museum for holiday fun! You can enjoy the house decorated for the holidays, crafts, pop-up gift ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Pope House Museum, 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free for visits, $45 for photos with Santa
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pictures with Santa at Big Air

Santa will be at Big Air Raleigh the first two Saturdays in December! We are very excited to have Elizabeth Joanna ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Kids and parents pay a visit to the North Pole, and hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance ...

Santa's Workshop at Herbert Young Community Center

Children can enjoy a variety of craft stations and a visit with the white bearded guy from the North Pole! ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Herbert Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Ave, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: See website for details
  • Website: www.townofcary.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa's Workshop at Lake Lynn Community Center

The holiday season is here! Come join the Raleigh Youth Council at Lake Lynn Community Center for your personal tour ...

Scandinavian Christmas Fair at NC State Fairgrounds

The 2022 Scandinavian Christmas Fair is delighted that the award-winning duo Gangspil will perform again this year! Kristian Bugge ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Holshouser Building at North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: $7 for adults. 13 and under are free
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wake Forest Farmers Market Holiday Market

Join us at the Wake Forest Farmers Market for some local holiday shopping.

Brier Creek Commons Letters to Santa

'Tis the holiday season at Brier Creek Commons! Bring your letters to Santa on Saturday, December 3rd from 11:00 AM to ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Brier Creek Commons, 8311 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Market at NC Museum of Art

Join us at the New Welcome Center located adjacent to the upper museum parking lots along Blue Ridge Road, near ...

Fortnight Before Christmas Holiday Market

Come out to Fortnight Brewing for a great chance to find that perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fortnight Brewing Company, 1006 Southwest Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa in Fenton's Winter Wonderland

Santa will be spreading magic in his North Pole inspired Igloo throughout the holiday season. Take a photo with the ...

Holiday Market at Little Doodles Play Cafe (Glenwood Ave)

Join us for our first annual holiday market at our Raleigh location! We will feature vendors from our area. Each ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Little Doodles Play Cafe, 6548 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: free entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

NutCracker Painting Workshop by Triangle Cultural Art Gallery

Bring the family on a fun adventure! Join us in painting Christmas nutcrackers Let’s get into the holiday spirit!! Let’s listen ...

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Block Party at Garner Recreation Center

This free family-friendly event will feature Holiday kids’ crafts, food trucks, games, music, and more. The Garner Express, a 24-person ...

Make Ornaments with Santa at Board and Brush

Join us for a DIY holiday ornament workshop with SANTA!!!! We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create ...

Zebulon Christmas Parade

The Zebulon Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of the Zebulon Christmas Parade presented by GSK. This long-held ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cary Players presents A Christmas Story at The Cary Arts Center

Based on the classic movie, humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest of the 1940s follows young ...

Holiday Concert with the Fuquay Varina Chorale at Fuquay Varina Arts Center

The Fuquay Varina Chorale has quickly become our favorite collection of local voices! Sleigh rides, starry nights and cozy fires ...

Holiday Musical Acts at Fenton

Join us this holiday season for musical acts at Fenton! MUSICAL ACTS: Penny’s Bend – Dec 3rd 3:00pm-5:00pm Based in Durham and named ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cary Towne Blvd & Trinity Rd, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Victorian Christmas at the Page-Walker

Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas atmosphere at the old hotel this winter! There will be cookies, carolers, an activity for kids, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.townofcary.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

WinterFest and Tree Trail at Ting Park

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

Garner Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

The Garner Christmas Parade Committee and the Town of Garner are partnering this year to combine the town’s holiday block ...

Apex Rotary Club's Christmas Parade

The Annual Apex Rotary Christmas Parade is being held this year starting at the intersection of Ambergate Station and The ...

Zebulon's Winter Market and Outdoor Movie Night

Zebulon Parks and Recreation will be hosting a fun filled night with our Winter Artisan Market and Outdoor Movie Night ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Zebulon Artisan Market, 1003 N Arendell Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Shining nightly from December 2, 2022 through January 14, 2023. Downtown Raleigh comes to light with Illuminate Art Walk presented ...

Pajama Party with Santa at Color Me Mine Cary

Join the FUN at this twist on our annual tradition … a pajama party! Paint a special plate with Santa's ...

Town of Cary Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Welcome the holiday season with the official Christmas tree lighting for the Town of Cary. This festive night features actors, ...

Must See Raleigh Holiday Edition with the Great Raleigh Trolley

During the holidays, the State Capitol and Downtown Raleigh come alive with Christmas magic. This family-friendly tour lasts approximately 60 ...

Santa at Lake Myra's Christmas Lights

Come visit Santa at Lake Myra's Christmas Lights this season on Saturdays: December 3 December 10 and December 17 from 7PM ...

Cary Players presents A Christmas Story at The Cary Arts Center

Based on the classic movie, humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest of the 1940s follows young ...

Christmas Spirits with the Great Raleigh Trolley

Join this 90-minute trolley tour as our expert storytellers send shivers down your spine that has nothing to do with ...

Holiday Concert with the Fuquay Varina Chorale at Fuquay Varina Arts Center

The Fuquay Varina Chorale has quickly become our favorite collection of local voices! Sleigh rides, starry nights and cozy fires ...

Elf the Musical at DPAC

A Modern Day Christmas Classic ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: seats start at $28.50
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
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