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21December

United Skates' Winter Break Roller Skating

Looking for the ultimate holiday break activity? United Skates of Raleigh has packed this winter break with skating, fun, and ...

Sensory Friendly Event - Urban Air Raleigh

Sensory Friendly Play is Back! Play for $17.99. Join us this Saturday from 8-9:30 am and every 3rd Saturday of ...

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

*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 ...

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

*FULL* 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

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

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 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 ...

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

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: Family Fun

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!

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 320 S Salem St., Apex, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission. See Menu.
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

  • 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

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 ...

Pop-Up Raleigh Market at Trophy Brewery on Maywood

After a whole year of celebrating 10 years in the market business, we are thrilled to be back at Trophy ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: popupraleigh.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

*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

ComedyWorx Sensory-Friendly Show

Please join us for a modified, sensory-friendly version of our family-friendly improv show! Guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind. Performers will improvise ...

Historic Yates Mill Hands-On-History

How did people live while Yates Mill was operating as a business from the mid-1700s to the mid-1900s? Join us ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Mill Yard, 4620 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Fountain of Raleigh, 9621 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: $26 - $32.50
  • Website: www.purelifetheatre.com
  • 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 ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

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
22December

United Skates' Winter Break Roller Skating

Looking for the ultimate holiday break activity? United Skates of Raleigh has packed this winter break with skating, fun, and ...

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

*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 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: Family Fun

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: 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

Forest Ridge Park's Native Wildlife

What animals live near you? Do they live in the forest? In the lake? In the grassy fields? What do ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 2100 Old NC 98 Hwy, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $3
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

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: Family Fun
23December

United Skates' Winter Break Roller Skating

Looking for the ultimate holiday break activity? United Skates of Raleigh has packed this winter break with skating, fun, and ...

Creative Cup Toddler Story Time

Come Join Amanda in a fun toddler story time. We will read stories, sing songs, and do a special activity. ...

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $35; Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.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 ...

  • 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

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 ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

24December

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 ...

United Skates' Christmas Eve Skate Party

Bring the whole family and celebrate the holiday with us. Kick off your Christmas Eve with fun on wheels!

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Admission $6. Skate Rental $6. $4 Non Skating Adult Admission.
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

25December

Jewish Life Center's Family Chanukah Party at Chabad of Raleigh

Hot Latkes Decorate Donuts Chanukah Crafts Pasta Bar Light the Menorah and more! Welcome families of all ages!

United Skates' Christmas Day Skate Party

After the presents, join us for some holiday fun on wheels!

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Admission $6. Skate Rental $6. $4 Non Skating Adult Admission.
  • Website: www.unitedskates.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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

26December

United Skates' Winter Break Roller Skating

Looking for the ultimate holiday break activity? United Skates of Raleigh has packed this winter break with skating, fun, and ...

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

NC Transportation Museum's Winter Train Rides

Join us at the N.C. Transportation Museum for special train rides during the winter break between Christmas and the New ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, NC 28159
  • Cost: From $4 (ages 3-12). From $6 per Adult. Free for Members & Children under 3.
  • Website: www.nctransportationmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Feathered Farm's Frosty Festivities

Farm Tour, Open Play and Optional Gem Mining Get ready for a winter adventure at Open Play at the Farm's Frosty ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: General Admission: $13.50 per person age 2+. Under 2yrs are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.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 ...

Menorah Lighting at Crabtree Mall

Lighting the Menorah Donuts Songs and More! This is a free event, no need to RSVP. There is no charge, but any donation ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

27December

United Skates' Winter Break Roller Skating

Looking for the ultimate holiday break activity? United Skates of Raleigh has packed this winter break with skating, fun, and ...

Polar Ice Raleigh's Character Skate

Event Ticket Includes: Ice Skating admission and skate rental Photo op with characters Popcorn & Hot Cocoa No Charge if not skating

NC Transportation Museum's Winter Train Rides

Join us at the N.C. Transportation Museum for special train rides during the winter break between Christmas and the New ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, NC 28159
  • Cost: From $4 (ages 3-12). From $6 per Adult. Free for Members & Children under 3.
  • Website: www.nctransportationmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Feathered Farm's Frosty Festivities

Farm Tour, Open Play and Optional Gem Mining Get ready for a winter adventure at Open Play at the Farm's Frosty ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: General Admission: $13.50 per person age 2+. Under 2yrs are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.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 ...

Falls River Flour Power Winter Carnival

For All 5-12yrs Come in from the cold and warm up while you make Baked Snowflakes, Buttermilk Snowman Pancakes and have ...

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

Evening Holiday Walk at Joyner Park

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free walkable holiday experience at E. Carroll ...

The Motown Sound of Christmas presented by Pure Life Theatre

Duration: 120 minutes, 20 minute intermission The Town of Cary and Pure Life Theatre Company join together again to produce this ...

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