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03December

Marbles Baby Time Meet-Up

Sing, move and play with your little one while you enjoy conversations and make connections with other grown-ups. Baby Time ...

Marbles Early Learners Playtime

Join other young children and their grown-ups to spark curiosity, engage in early learning activities and encourage social connections. Each ...

Downtown Cary Park's Art Cart

Let your creativity bloom with our Art Cart in the Park! Explore a world of artistic possibilities with our free ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chick-fil-A Garner Town Square's Kids Night

Food, family, and face-painting! Join us for our Kid's Night the first Tuesday of each month, at our Garner Towne ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 2720 Timber Dr., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kids Night with Balloon Artist at Carolina Ale House Cary

Join us every Tuesday evening for Kids Night with a balloon artist at Carolina Ale House! Kids 10 and under eat ...

Ornaments at Greystone Recreation Center

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season! Decking the halls has never been so fun. Each week participants will create ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27615
  • Cost: $12 a session
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Sensory Friendly Night of NC Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphiteatre

November 16 - January 12, 2025. A holiday tradition transforming Booth Amphitheatre into a magical setting of illuminated lanterns. Come experience ...

04December

Stroller Strides at Lafayette Village with Fit4Mom

Stroller Strides® is a total fitness program that moms can do with their little ones (ages 6 weeks to 5 ...

Haven Farm's Weekly Storytime

Join us for our weekly storytime in the shoppe. We will read, dance, and craft This free event welcomes kids of ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC, 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Forest Ridge Park's Young Explorers Club

Join the flock at Forest Ridge Park! Enjoy an hour of educational outdoor-based programming. Seasonal activities include interactive games, crafts, stories, ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 2100 Old NC 98 HWY Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $3
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Haven Farm's Mommy & Me Yoga

Enjoy quality bonding time in our Mommy and Me Yoga class! This fun and nurturing session is designed for moms ...

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

What's in the Box at NC Museum of Art

What’s in the Box? Description Spend the morning at the Museum with our beloved program for preschoolers! Meet a work of art, ...

05December

Nursing Mothers of Raleigh

We offer answers to questions and basic information classes with demonstrations: Breastfeeding Q and A, Preparation and Getting Started, Starting ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Marsh Creek Park, 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free with Registration at RecLink
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 2400 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Garner Recreation Center's Preschool Fitness

A fun way to introduce youngsters to physical activity for fitness. In this class, preschoolers will run, jump and play ...

Haven Farm's Mom Walk Club

Join us every Thursday / 10:30-11:30AM for Mom Walk Club! We’ll meet in the shoppe and head out for a walk ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Knightdale Gymnastics' Tot Time

Tot Time - Open gym for the 5 and under crowd and their grownup! Open gym is a great way for ...

Downtown Cary Park's Art Cart

Let your creativity bloom with our Art Cart in the Park! Explore a world of artistic possibilities with our free ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Haven Farm's Snuggle and Unwind

Come hang out with us during your lunch break! Pack a lunch and join us every Thursday from 12-1pm, to unwind ...

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Fuquay Varina Tree Lighting

Celebrate the joy of the holiday season at the annual Town Tree Lighting on December 5! The tree and a ...

Gifts at Laurel Hills Community Center

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season! Each week participants will get ahead of their Christmas shopping and create special ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3808 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612
  • Cost: $12 a class
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Thrive Motherhood Stroller Walks at Lake Benson Park

Playgroup Meet Up at Lake Benson Park Email Elaine for your RSVP and she will email details and reminders day ...

Nursing Mothers of Raleigh

We offer answers to questions and basic information classes with demonstrations: Breastfeeding Q and A, Preparation and Getting Started, Starting ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Marsh Creek Park, 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free with Registration at RecLink
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun
06December

Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition & Fundraiser for WNC

Get ready to show off your gingerbread house skills and help raise money for a good cause at our 5th ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fuquay Varina Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Competition Entry Fee: $10 for Child and Youth. $15 Adult. $20 Family.
  • Website: www.fuquayjuniors.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Reindeer Rodeo at Abbotts Creek

It's the most wonderful time of the year for the Reindeer Rodeo! Bring your little one for a fun-filled morning of ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 9950 Durant Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27614
  • Cost: $7
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Urban Air Raleigh's Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a special time where Urban Air Raleigh is open only for children 5 & under! We open up ...

*CANCELLED* Kids Craft Time at Haven Farm

Join us for Kids Craft Time, a monthly event at the Shoppe! Allow the kiddos to explore their creativity through ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC 27545-8529
  • Cost: $8 per child
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Urban Air Morrisville's Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a dedicated time for kids 5 & under! The park opens exclusively for the little ones and their ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1020 Wake Competition Center Lane, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: see website for details
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

*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: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Urban Air Morrisville's Sensory Friendly

An event specifically designed for children with Autism and special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1020 Wake Competition Center Lane, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: see website for details
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bunny Hive's Books and Bubbles

This special story time experience is free of charge and open to all with a little one age 5 and ...

Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join community members and the Apex Town Council in downtown Apex as the tree at The Depot is lit! Southbound Santa ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Depot, 220 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

First Friday Raleigh

First Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our ...

Fuquay Varina's First Friday Night Market

The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association (FVDA) will host its inaugural First Friday Night Market, part of our new First Fridays series ...

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh (see website for map of installations), Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: downtownraleigh.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Polar Express Storytime at Wendell Museum

Lynnette Pearce will be reading The Polar Express every half hour, 5-9 p.m. Ride the Wendell Lights Trolley and visit the ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 122 W. Second Street, Wendell NC 27591
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Duke Homestead's Christmas by Candlelight

Kick off your holiday season with this annual favorite! Come enjoy live Christmas music, dancing, singing, holiday cookies, and a ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2828 Duke Homestead Rd., Durham, NC 27705-2726
  • Cost: $8. Free for kids 3 and under.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at First and Main Christmas Market

We cannot wait to bring the magic of the holiday season to First and Main in Knigthdale, NC! Get into ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC, 27545
  • Cost: $5 per adult. Kids are free with adult ticket.
  • Website: www.communitypopupsnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  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: Family Fun

The World Premiere of Wicked at Triangle Drive In

WICKED PREMIERES this weekend at the Triangle Drive-in! WICKED is Rated PG. Runtime: 2h 40m Come see it here under the stars ...

First Friday at ArtSpace

Enjoy the following experiences during First Friday at Artspace: -Visit and shop with our 30+ studio artists -Participate in our art ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 201 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: artspacenc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Food Crafts at Lake Lynn Community Center

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season! Each week participants will get to create a fun food-based project. From Cookie ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7921 Ray Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: Cost: $12 a class
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Gingerbread Decorating Party at Green Road Park

Join DJ Young Fresh Prince for a festive bash filled with cookie decorating, awesome tunes, and endless fun! Bring your creativity ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Knightdale Christmas Tree Lighting

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

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Main Stage/Amphitheater, 810 N First Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.knightdalenc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Marbles Evening with Elves

Jingle, joy, twinkle & twilight... Our family holiday celebration is a delight! Immerse yourself into the magic of the holiday season ...

A Christmas Carol presented by Theatre in the Park at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to The Martin Marietta Center ...

07December

Kids' Day Downtown Fuquay Varina

Get ready for Kids Downtown Day in Fuquay-Varina! Bring your family for a festive day exploring downtown's holiday spirit. Here's ...

First Night for Downtown Cary's Gifting Tree Project

Wander along South Academy Street and through the Downtown Cary Park as it's transformed into a sparkling display of Christmas ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S. Academy St. Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.carync.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Cary Farmers Market

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season at Downtown Cary Park. Find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering ...

Fuquay Varina Growers Market

The Fuquay-Varina Growers Market (FVGM) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, operating under Sownhay Inc., cultivating and supporting partnerships between local ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce parking lot, 121 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.fvgrowersmarket.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holly Springs Farmers Market's Pictures with Santa

Santa will be at the Holly Springs Farmers Market on December 7th from 9:00-Noon! Bring the kids to have their photo ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 300 W. Ballentine St. Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

If you Give a Chef a Cookie at Falls River Flour Power

Everyone loves cookies! Today we are going to make and decorate sugar cookies. For 3yrs - 4.5yrs

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 ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:45 pm 
  • Location: 3900 Bonsal Rd., New Hill, NC 27562
  • Cost: from $16
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 5900 Whittier Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: $12 a class
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Downtown Wake Forest Holiday Open House

The 2024 Downtown Holiday Open House Discover the unique array of local shops and restaurants that Downtown Wake Forest has to ...

Feathered Farm's Cow Encounter

Get up close and personal our cows, Milkshake and Jojo! These events will be limited to small groups up to ...

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

McLean Farm's Winter Wonderland

Get Ready for a Winter Wonderland! Join us at McLean Farms Nursery & Ice Cream Shop for a day filled ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 5490 River Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pope House Museum's Weekend Third Ward Walking Tours

From Sept. 22 - Dec. 21, The Pope House Museum will be doing our weekend African American Third Ward Walking ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at First and Main Christmas Market

We cannot wait to bring the magic of the holiday season to First and Main in Knigthdale, NC! Get into ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC, 27545
  • Cost: $5 per adult. Kids are free with adult ticket.
  • Website: www.communitypopupsnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa's Workshop and Toy Drive at Abbotts Creek Community Center

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

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel hosts a Brunch with Santa

Jingle all the way to the Sheraton Raleigh for a jolly good time! Join us for brunch with Santa and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 421 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $15 Kids 12 and under. $30 13+
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Thrive Motherhood Playgroup Meet Up at Lake Benson Park

Playgroup Meet Up at Lake Benson Park Email Elaine for your RSVP and she will email details and reminders day ...

Super Fun 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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Feathered Farm Open Play with Farm Tour and Optional Gem Mining

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm! Are you and your little one ready to ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 ages 2-64. Under 2 free. Seniors $11.50.
  • Website: www.thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parents and Kids Day at The Gathering Place

Saturday Morning is Parents and Kids Day at The Gathering Place! Are you looking for a fun, comfortable, progressive environment for ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 157 E Rosemary St (2nd Floor), Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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: Family Fun

Teen Sketch the Galleries at the NC Museum of Art

Join us to spend time sketching with other teens in the galleries. Bring a pencil and your sketchbook and follow ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: West Building, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: visit.ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Waverly Place's Art N Soul Market

Visit Art-n-Soul Maker’s Market while wandering through the green spaces of Waverly Place Shopping Center. Water fountains blend in with ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 302 Colonades Way, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

*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: Family Fun

Fuquay Varina Arts Center's ArtisTree

One Saturday each month, the 12 tree projects will explore a different art path: Collage, painting, papier-mâché, drawing, photography, silk-screening, ...

Gingerbread Lane, Apex

Gather with the Community in Gingerbread Lane prior to the Christmas Parade! Join us at The Depot Lot for fun ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Depot Parking Lot, 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexrotary.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Gingerbread and a Jolly Trolley Ride

Welcome to the holiday season! Decorate a gingerbread house inspired by Raleigh’s historic sites! This family-friendly program will take you to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC 27605
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Prairie Ridge Ecostation's Nature Walk with iNaturalist

Join us for a Nature Walk! We'll take a stroll through the prairie and forest, using iNaturalist to help identify ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

A Christmas Carol presented by Theatre in the Park at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to The Martin Marietta Center ...

Garner's Holiday Block Party

This free family-friendly event will feature holiday kids’ crafts, food trucks, games, music, and more. The Garner Express train ride ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Garner Recreation Center, 900 7th Ave., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.garnernc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Toy Drive for WNC

Please bring a new unwrapped toy benefiting WNC Help our neighbors in Western North Carolina, and bring new, unwrapped gifts benefiting ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St., Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Victorian Christmas at Page-Walker Arts and History Center

Enjoy a classic Christmas atmosphere at the historic hotel this winter! There will be cookies, carolers, an activity for kids, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.carync.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Morrisville Tree Lighting

Join us as we kick off the holiday season with the Town of Morrisville's official tree lighting event! Santa Claus ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.morrisvillenc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

ComedyWorx Matinee Show, The

Competitive improvisational comedy! Two teams of players square off, creating scenes based on audience suggestions, and compete for points and ...

Garner Optimist Parade

The Garner Optimist Club, Christmas Parade Committee and the Town of Garner are partnering to combine the town’s holiday block ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:45 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Garner Historic District
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Apex Rotary Club's Christmas Parade

The Annual Apex Rotary Christmas Parade traditionally takes place the first Saturday of December. The parade is the only nighttime ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Ambergate Station and The Peakway, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh (see website for map of installations), Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: downtownraleigh.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Light the Springs at Holly Springs Cultural Center

Ring in the start of the holiday season with Light the Springs! Families and children of all ages can celebrate ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 300 West Ballentine St., Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: hollyspringsnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

The World Premiere of Wicked at Triangle Drive In

WICKED PREMIERES this weekend at the Triangle Drive-in! WICKED is Rated PG. Runtime: 2h 40m Come see it here under the stars ...

A Christmas Carol presented by Theatre in the Park at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to The Martin Marietta Center ...

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: Family Fun
08December

Local Children's Book Signing at Urban Air Raleigh

Stop by Urban Air Raleigh between 2-4pm to meet the local mom and daughter authors of a new children's book ...

  • 2:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Regular Ticket prices - from $22
  • Website: www.urbanairraleigh.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:45 pm 
  • Location: 3900 Bonsal Rd., New Hill, NC 27562
  • Cost: from $16
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Family Fun

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 -  8:00 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: Family Fun

Boylan Heights ArtWalk

Celebrate the annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk, a beloved holiday tradition showcasing outstanding art and our vibrant community spirit. Join us ...

*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: Family Fun

*SOLD OUT* Christmas Photos with Santa and Milkshake at The Feathered Farm

Christmas Photos with Santa and Milkshake plus Open Play Make magical holiday memories at the farm with Santa and our beloved ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64. General Admission Open Play for under 2yrs are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

City Market's Night Market - Winter Day Market and Santa Visit

Join us downtown Raleigh in City Market for our Night Market including local handmade artists, food trucks, games on the ...

Pope House Museum's Weekend Third Ward Walking Tours

From Sept. 22 - Dec. 21, The Pope House Museum will be doing our weekend African American Third Ward Walking ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa on The Willard Rooftop

Take gorgeous photos of your family with Santa with a backdrop of the downtown Raleigh skyline. Santa will be on ...

A Christmas Carol presented by Theatre in the Park at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to The Martin Marietta Center ...

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

The Grinch at Polar Ice Wake Forest

STINK. STANK. STUNK. Join us for two hours of mischievous fun with your favorite holiday character! This exciting event kicks ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $20 6+yr. $10 5&Under.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Zebulon's Christmas Parade

Join us in welcoming the holiday season at the The Town of Zebulon Christmas Parade! This festive event is set ...

The Makery's Palette Pals

Penguin Paint Party Join us for a delightful afternoon of creativity and bonding at our Grown-Up & Child Painting Party! Together, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $40 per pair. $15 per additional pal.
  • Website: www.themakerywf.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fuquay-Varina Christmas Parade

Join us for the 2024 Fuquay-Varina Christmas Parade Presented By The Abshure Realty Group Experience a unique parade that travels throughout ...

A Night with Santa and Mrs. Claus at The Creative Cup

Ticket is required - limited quantity available! Join us for a night with Santa! There will be a hot chocolate bar, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 113 N Arendell Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $5 per CHILD Ages 16 and under (parents are free)
  • Website: www.thecreativecupnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh (see website for map of installations), Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: downtownraleigh.org
  • Category: Family Fun
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Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition & Fundraiser for WNC

Get ready to show off your gingerbread house skills and help raise money for a good cause at our 5th ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fuquay Varina Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Competition Entry Fee: $10 for Child and Youth. $15 Adult. $20 Family.
  • Website: www.fuquayjuniors.org
  • Category: Family Fun

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun

Knightdale Gymnastics' Tot Time

Tot Time - Open gym for the 5 and under crowd and their grownup! Open gym is a great way for ...

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free, but registration is required. .
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Pet Night with Santa in Wonderland at Fenton

Bring your furry friends along for Pet Photos with Santa! Whether you have a dog, cat, or another beloved pet, ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC, 27511
  • Cost: From $40 Photo Packages
  • Website: whereissanta.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh (see website for map of installations), Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: downtownraleigh.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pet Night with Santa at Crabtree Valley Mall

November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9 & 16 5:00pm - Close Bring your furry friend for a picture with Santa. Pet ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Crabtree's Promotional Court, 4325 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Cost: from $5
  • Website: www.shopcrabtree.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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