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December 17 - 23

City of Raleigh Writes a Letter to Santa

Raleigh Parks is assisting the North Pole this holiday season by hosting Letters to Santa at select community centers! How it ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: See website for list of participating Raleigh Community Centers
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Jingle All the Way to Falls River Flour Power

Jingle all the way to Flour Power so we can celebrate the holidays with new recipes that are sure to ...

NC Zoo Jingle in the Jungle

To celebrate the season of giving and the Zoo's 50th anniversary, the North Carolina Zoo is delighted to announce a ...

Kiwanis Park Decks the Gingerbread Halls

Get ready for a un-brr-lievably fun day at Kiwanis Park as we celebrate the cold with crafts, tasty treats, and ...

Downtown Cary Park's Skating Rink: Toddler Time

Experience the magic of the holidays at Downtown Cary Park’s winter skating rink! Head to Park Street Courts to find ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC, 27511
  • Cost: Free. First come, first serve.
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Downtown Cary Park's Skating Rink: Sensory Friendly

Experience the magic of the holidays at Downtown Cary Park’s winter skating rink during this sensory-friendly skating session! Head to ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC, 27511
  • Cost: Free. First come, first serve.
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 4:00 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: Holiday Events

The Villages at Pecan Grove's Holiday Festivities

Join us for our Holiday party. There will be snacks, drinks, Fat Cat ice cream with special guest Holly Springs ...

*FULL* Christmas Tales with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas

Christmas Tales with Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled every Tuesdays at 5PM from November 5 - December 17. Additionally, ...

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

Family Basketball Ham Toss at John Brown Community Center

Lowes Foods of Apex presents the Family Basketball Ham Toss! Family members join teams to shoot foul shots with a ...

Soapstone UMC's Drive Through Live Nativity

Soapstone UMC invites all to visit us for a special story telling event during Advent. Come experience that Bethlehem night long ...

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Jingle All the Way to Falls River Flour Power

Jingle all the way to Flour Power so we can celebrate the holidays with new recipes that are sure to ...

NC Zoo Jingle in the Jungle

To celebrate the season of giving and the Zoo's 50th anniversary, the North Carolina Zoo is delighted to announce a ...

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: Holiday Events

Historic Oak View County Park is Hanging Greens and Scented Things

Hanging Greens & Scented Things: Historical Holiday Decor It’s that time of year again! Time to deck the halls and trim ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Zebulon UMC's Journey to Bethlehem Interactive Walk

Please come join us for a Journey to Bethlehem. From King Herod, Shepard, Angels, the Inn Keeper, and the manger ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Lenovo Center

Our favorite rock holiday tradition returns - Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings 'The Ghosts of Christmas Eve' Tour to Raleigh!

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Jingle All the Way to Falls River Flour Power

Jingle all the way to Flour Power so we can celebrate the holidays with new recipes that are sure to ...

NC Zoo Jingle in the Jungle

To celebrate the season of giving and the Zoo's 50th anniversary, the North Carolina Zoo is delighted to announce a ...

Little Fentonians – Skate

Join us for a special family-friendly ice skating session exclusively for kids under 6 and their parents! Enjoy a magical ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Fenton Main Street., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: $18 plus tax. Season Pass $90 plus tax.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 2:30 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: Holiday Events

Kiwanis Park Decks the Gingerbread Halls

Get ready for a un-brr-lievably fun day at Kiwanis Park as we celebrate the cold with crafts, tasty treats, and ...

Elf Squad Toy Giveaway

These free events are for children 0-13 years old. You will receive 1 toy per child while supplies last. Registration is not ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Drive-In Movie at Pleasant Park

Celebrate the season with a fun drive-in movie night! Join us in the parking lot beside the Enchanted Forest at ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Parking Lot closest to Enchanted Forest Playground, 3400 Pleasant Plains Road, Apex, NC 27509
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

Creative Cup's Family Fun Night - Christmas Edition

Come join us for a night of Fun, Christmas themed! Wear your Christmas jammies and come sing Christmas Karaoke with ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Holly Springs Cultural Center Free Holiday Movies

Enjoy a free family friendly movie at the Cultural Center theatre! Refreshments are available for purchase. Movie Schedule 12.19 Polar Express (G) ...

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Jingle All the Way to Falls River Flour Power

Jingle all the way to Flour Power so we can celebrate the holidays with new recipes that are sure to ...

NC Zoo Jingle in the Jungle

To celebrate the season of giving and the Zoo's 50th anniversary, the North Carolina Zoo is delighted to announce a ...

Cary Ballet presents Sensory Friendly Nutcraker Suite at Cary Arts Center

The Nutcracker Suite Sensory Friendly Show is a one-hour narrated mini matinee. This performance provides a relaxed environment that is  welcoming and inclusive to all ...

*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: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 2:30 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: Holiday Events

Holiday Carriage Rides at Fenton

By Southern Charm Carriages, LLC Come join us for a festive carriage ride down Main St at Fenton this holiday season! Please ...

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 ...

Letters and Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park

Bring your letters, snap a pic, and share the holiday magic with us! Letters From now through December 8, 2024 The "Letters to ...

Winter Express Gingerbread House at Falls River Flour Power

Wear your holiday pajamas and hop on board our Winter Express/Gingerbread House decorating night. Get ready to bake up some ...

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 ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker at Cary Arts Center

The Nutcracker is a holiday classic, featuring the magical tale of Clara as she journeys from her home to the ...

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

Cookie Exchange Run with Fleet Feet Village District

Join us for our annual Cookie Exchange Run at our Village District store! Enjoy a 30-minute social run and refuel ...

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

*SOLD OUT* 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 ...

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 ...

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: Holiday Events

Parents' Day Out at City of Raleigh Museum

Support parents in theatre while shopping local this holiday season! Parents and caregivers can enjoy an afternoon out around Raleigh ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: All day: $70 first child/$45 for each additional child in the family. Drop ins: $25 per hr first kid/$20 per hr each additional kid in the family.
  • Website: www.seedartshare.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker Suite at Cary Arts Center

An hour show. The Nutcracker Suite is an excellent introduction for kids of all ages. This narrated one-hour show begins ...

Cuts, Christmas and Elf Squad Toy Giveaway

Come on out to Sanderford Road Community Center for free haircuts, games, food, and fun! Cuts and Christmas are for ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sanderford Road Neighborhood Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fenton Holiday Makers Market

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

Photos with Santa and Open Play/Feathered Farm Tour

Step into the wonder of the holidays with Santa right here on the farm! While Santa takes a break from ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 General Admission for ages 2-64. General Admission is free for under 2yrs.
  • Website: www.thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

TapStation's Christmas Wonderland

Santa will be making an appearance between 1-3 and 6-8! We'll have drink features, Christmas music, and more!

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: Holiday Events

Creative Cup's FURever Friends Stuffy Making

Come join Jennifer and make your own Furever Friend. Cost will be $25 at the event and includes animal of ...

Elf Squad Toy Giveaway

These free events are for children 0-13 years old. You will receive 1 toy per child while supplies last. Registration is not ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: SGT. Courtney T. Johnson Community Center, 1801 Proctor Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Reindeer Games at The Block on Main

Join Downtown Alive for a fun-filled afternoon of holiday festivities at Reindeer Games. Reindeer Games will include: Holiday-themed games and activities Live holiday ...

Lunch with Santa at Doherty's Irish Pub and Restaurant of Apex

Lunch with Santa, A photo op, food and Christmas cheer! Come join the festive fun and make unforgettable memories with Santa! ...

*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: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker at Cary Arts Center

The Nutcracker is a holiday classic, featuring the magical tale of Clara as she journeys from her home to the ...

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $29. Adults $35.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Motown Sound of Christmas presented by Pure Life Theatre

Get Ready for a Soulful Holiday Celebration! Enjoy the sounds of Motown’s biggest hits and some holiday favorites in Pure Life ...

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 ...

Color Me Mine's Kids Night Out

Enjoy a fun filled evening - packed with activities! Bring your friends and meet new ones. Paint this very popular ceramic ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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: Holiday Events

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

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: Holiday Events

*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: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $28
  • Website: www.carolinaballet.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Photos with Santa and Milkshake plus Open Play at Feathered Farm

Make magical holiday memories at the farm with Santa and our beloved farm friends! From 1:00-4:00, Santa will be waiting ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 General Admission for ages 2-64. General Admission is free for under 2yrs.
  • Website: www.thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Picnic with Santa at Haven Farm

For All Ages Gather the family for a special picnic lunch with Santa before he heads to the North Pole! Agenda 12:30 PM ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Family: $80 (2 adults and children). Single: $30 each (Age 15 +). Children: $25 each (Age 2-14). Under 2 Free.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker at Cary Arts Center

The Nutcracker is a holiday classic, featuring the magical tale of Clara as she journeys from her home to the ...

Christmas Campfire with Santa at Planet Peace Farm

You're invited to our Christmas Campfire with Santa at Planet Peace Farm! Join us for a magical afternoon filled with ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6121 Forestville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $5 early bird / $10 after December 19
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $29. Adults $35.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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: Holiday Events

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

Mayton Holiday Market

Enjoy some holiday cheer as you shop for the holidays sipping spiked hot cocoa and mulled wines. The Mayton will ...

Holiday Pajama Party at Worthdale Community Center

It's the most wonderful time at Worthdale Community Center! Please join us in your pj's for games, food with a ...

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 ...

Spirit of the Season at Haven Farm

Spirit of the Season: An Evening of Music and Giving Join us as we celebrate the Spirit of the Season in ...

Hayes Barton Baptist Church's Living Nativity

Hayes Barton Baptist Church is hosting its annual Christmas tradition – the Living Nativity! The Living Nativity is a highly ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1800 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27608
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: hbbc.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Downtown Cary Gingerbread House Stroll

Take a stroll through Downtown Cary as it is transformed into a walking gallery of amateur gingerbread houses! Local participants ...

Academy for the Performing Arts Sleigh All Day

The fun is on as we get ready for the holidays at APA! Join us for a day full of ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 844 Perry Rd., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: $45 - $65 per student
  • Website: apanc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Hello Yellow's Gingerbread House

Our favorite day of the year! Gingerbread houses! We will be decorating real gingerbread houses with candy galore! We will ...

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 ...

Mad Splatter's Holiday Mommy and Me Canvas

Bring your little one to make this gorgeous holiday canvas painting! Your $10/person ticket includes all paints, brushes, and materials! You may ...

Santa at Triangle Town Center - Pets Welcome

Guess who's in town? Santa has arrived at Triangle Town Center (Center Court)! He will be there daily. See Facebook ...

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: Holiday Events

Ho Ho Ho Holiday at Falls River Flour Power

Always a sell out, so register early as we jingle all the way through camp with lots of holiday inspired ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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 ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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