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December 26 - January 1

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 ...

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 ...

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.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 ...

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 ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and interact with veterinary staff, students and interns working on real medical ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

Technology Fun Day Camp with LEGO® at Pump it Up

In this special technology fun camp, campers will get lot of bouncing and many fun activities. Designed with kids in ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 10700 World Trade Blvd., Ste 112, Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: $68 for full day. $48 for half day.
  • Website: campscui.active.com
  • Category: Other

Hello Yellow's Winter Sensory, Play and Create

Join us for a morning of messy wintery fun! We will have a variety of sensory bins and crafts all ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 401 N. West St., Ste 117, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $35 per child
  • Website: www.hisawyer.com
  • Category: Other

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

The Bunny Hive's Holiday Music

Happy Holidays from The Bunny Hive! Come celebrate the season with us with a special themed Music Class. Do you ...

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.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 ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding - Ocean Habitat

Join us for a live feeding of the marine life in the Our Changing Oceans aquarium. Species currently in our ...

Town of Morrisville's Menorah Lighting

Join us for the Town's official Menorah Lighting to celebrate the last night of Hanukkah. There will be hot cider, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Ninja Open Rig at Warrior Tech Raleigh

For 5 years old and up! Kids and adults are welcome and encouraged to come practice and play on an ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cary Farmers Market

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

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Cirque de Vol's Youth/Teen Aerial - Kid's Aerial Arts Intro Prep Class

The place to start! Kid's absolute beginner introduction to Aerial Arts.

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 ...

*FULL* Yates Mill's History Hike

Join park staff for a hike to the gristmill and to the site of the miller’s residence (which is no ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Hip Hop Nutcracker at DPAC

With Special Guest MC Kurtis Blow A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular ...

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 ...

Last Mile

RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL! Families that end the old year focusing on fitness will begin the New Year building on ...

  • 6:45 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: Lake Crabtree County Park, 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Starting at $30. Kids in Strollers $5.
  • Website: www.lastmilerace.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

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 ...

Half Price Open Play at Bumble Brews Raleigh

Bumble Brews Play Cafe - Raleigh No reservation needed. $5 per child/$4 per sibling (6 months and up).

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: 1028 Oberlin Rd., Ste 242, Raleigh, NC 27605
  • Cost: $5 per child/$4 per sibling (6 months and up)
  • Website: www.bumblebrews.fun
  • Category: Other

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pokémon League with East Coast Gaming at Gamers Geekery & Tavern

Our Pokémon League is owned and run by Kristine Freeman, our resident Pokémon Professor. She is both our TCG judge ...

Kwanzaa Celebration at Cary Arts Center

Learn more about and celebrate the seven principals of Kwanzaa through demonstrations, performance, and art activities. There will be food ...

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 ...

Chanukah Parade and Menorah Lighting and Celebration at Lafayette Village

Chanukah Parade 2PM Gear Up at Chabad 2:45PM Begin Parade Drive around the area passing through Senior Homes in the area and ending ...

Community Kwanzaa Celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center

We’ll be celebrating with food, music, dance, poetry, and more.

Apex Chanukah Festival at Apex Senior Center

The Chanukah Festival is an event organized by the Chabad of Cary and celebrates the beginning of the Jewish eight-day ...

Year of the Bear Family Trivia at William B. Umstead State Park

It's the Year of the Bear! What better way to celebrate than with a fun family game of trivia? Everyone ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Visitor Center, 8801 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ncparks.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Little Ones Guided Hike at William B. Umstead State Park

Join us for a family-friendly walk down to the lake! We will hike to Big Lake and see the spillway ...

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.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 ...

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 ...

Cary Celebrates the Festival of Lights

Downtown Cary Park will Illuminate the night as we come together for the Menorah Lighting on the 6th night of ...

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 ...

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 ...

Holiday Skating at Polar Ice Wake Forest

Featuring a tree at center ice! We can't wait to share the magic of the holidays with you! Our center ice tree ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Factory, 1839 S. Main Street Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $12 Public Admission. $16 Admission plus Skate Renta. $5 5yrs and under (skate rental included). $4 Kids Skating Aid.
  • Website: www.polaricewakeforest.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year's Eve

Join us for a family favorite that includes crafts, games, music and a special bubble wrap pop! Count down together ...

Museum of Life and Science's Noon Years Eve

Get a head start in celebrating the New Year! With new and exciting things on the horizon, we will come ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: Included in general admission: $23 per adult. $18 children ages 3-12. Free for Children 2 and under.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

United Skates' Noon Year's Eve Skate with Characters

Balloon drop at 1pm Includes one small drink, regular skate rental, a glow stick, party favors, a visit from some of ...

Winter Wonder Weeks at Marbles

Celebrate winter with Marbles Winter Wonder Weeks throughout December and January. Take photos with a snow globe upon entering the ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $9 for 1yr old and up. Under 1 are free.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

*SOLD OUT* Little Doodles Play Cafe's (Glenwood) Noon Years Eve

Join us for our 8th Annual Noon Years Eve Party! Open Play Craft Station Photo Station "Toast" Bar Balloon Drop and Music

321 Coffee's Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Our "Noon Year's Eve" party is back this year! Come ring in 2025 with us (a little early) at our new ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 615 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Entry. See menu for drinks, food and merchandise.
  • Website: shop.321coffee.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Little Doodles Play Cafe Wendell's Story Time

Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 am for Story Time and a craft!

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location:  11 W. Third Street, Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: $10 first child. $8 per sibling. $0 for members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Drive Shack Tees off to 2025

Swing into the new year with great shots, great bites, and even better company. Ring in 2025 at Drive Shack! For ...

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 ...

New Year's Eve at Dave and Buster's

Ringing in 2025 at Dave & Buster's is a Vibe! You don't need to wait until Midnight to ring in the ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and interact with veterinary staff, students and interns working on real medical ...

Clouds Brewing Tap Room German New Year's Eve

Join us for a Family friendly New Year’s Eve celebration. Ballons drop at 6pm, Munich New Years. Complimentary Champagne (and sparkling cider) ...

First Night Raleigh

WRAL First Night Raleigh The City's Go-To Destination on New Year's Eve A Popular Tradition for Thousands of NC Residents Festivities begin with ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Fayetteville Street and other locations in downtown Raleigh
  • Cost: $16.00 per person. Admission is free for children under the age of 5.
  • Website: www.artsplosure.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Transfer Co Food Hall says Goodbye 2024

Get Ready for First Night Raleigh back @transfercoballroom We’re thrilled to ring in the New Year with you! First Night Raleigh event ...

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 ...

Fortnight's Family UK New Years Eve Party

Come out & join us for our family friendly UK New year countdown.. kicking off at 5pm with the New ...

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 ...

Wine and Design Cary Art Buzz Kids

Join our educational, fun and inspiring Tuesday Evening Art Kids Buzzs Club at 5PM! Designed especially for children aged 6 ...

Oak City Brewing Company's Time Warp NYE Party

Our time warp NYE party is BACK with our annual keg drop and all! The countdown and keg drop will take ...

Downtown Raleigh's Menorah Lighting

There is no better time to shine the light and love of Chanukah through our beloved Downtown community. Join us in ...

Stars and Strikes' New Year's Eve Family Celebration

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Stars and Strikes Family-Friendly Party for a 6 Person Party Join us from 6 PM to 9 ...

United Skates' New Year's Eve Skate Party

Admission includes Party favors, a countdown to the New Year and Balloon Drop!!!

Fleet Feet Ridgewood's Inspiration Run

Join us for our New Year’s Day Inspiration Run at our Ridgewood store where we invite participants to make a ...

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area's First Day Hike

Come join a park Ranger on a scavenger hunt at Ebenezer Church Recreation Area to kick off the New Year! ...

African American Dance Ensemble's Kwanzaa Fest

Join the African American Dance Ensemble as we celebrate our 39th annual Kwanzaa event. This year, we will focus on ...

United Skates' New Year's Day Skate Party

$6 Admission $6 Regular Skate Rental $7 Rollerblade Rental $6 Skatemate Rental $4 Adult Spectator Admission

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 ...

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