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November 28 - December 4

Thanksgiving Break at United Skates

School is Out. Go Skating! Roller Skating is Great Family Fun Tuesday, November 25 from 6PM - 8:30PM Thanksgiving Break Kickoff with Stitch $13-$16 Wednesday, ...

Santa's Arrival at Triangle Town Center

The wait is over—Santa Claus is coming to Triangle Town Center! Join us as we kick off the holiday season ...

Hello Yellow's Holiday Sensory, Play and Create

Get ready to jingle and create! Join us for a holiday kids’ art party full of creativity and cheer! Little ...

DPAC presents Elf The Musical

The Holiday Show of the Season Elf The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: from $41
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cirque Holiday Pops with The NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Kick off the festive season with spellbinding grace and daredevil feats, contortionists, and acrobats performing on stage—and 40 feet above ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St. Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $59
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride

The Magic Returns! “Well, are you coming?” Inspired by the hit movie, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and ...

Hill Ridge Farms' Festival of Lights Opening Weekend

Come make memories with us this holiday season during our Hill Ridge Farms Festival of Lights! Enjoy over a million lights ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville, NC, 27596
  • Cost: $19.95 ages 2-64. Under 2yrs are free. Free Parking.
  • Website: www.hillridgefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Phillips Farms Light Show Grand Opening

Each Ticket includes: Explore the Christmas Walk Through Light Show with classic Christmas scenes and experiences, plus- SNOW is guaranteed to ...

Visit with Mrs. Claus and Elf Choir at Needmore Farms

Come visit with Mrs. Claus and hear the Elf Choir sing between 5PM - 6PM. No tickets or RSVP needed- ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Markets at Needmore, 6502 Sunset Lake Rd., Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Piper Light's Opening Weekend

Welcome to Piper Lights! Here is everything you need to know about visiting our family’s drive-thru only light display. Please read ...

  • 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 5725 Fixit Shop Road, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
  • Cost: Free Admission. Donations Accepted.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Opening Weekend of Christmas Lights on Holt Road

Enjoy driving through one of Apex’s most magical Christmas displays! Due to the growing popularity of our display, we require tickets ...

Christmas Lights on the Farm's Opening Weekend

Discover the Wonder of Christmas Lights During the Christmas Season, the owners of Big Daddy’s Farms host “Christmas Lights on the ...

Home Depot's In-Store Kids Workshops - Teddy Bear Ornament

Join us for a free Kids Workshop Due to the popularity of the Kids Workshops, we can't guarantee a kit for ...

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride

For All Ages. 50minutes tour. Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy a ride ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $27 for ages 2yrs and up. adult lap. Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Thanksgiving Break at United Skates

School is Out. Go Skating! Roller Skating is Great Family Fun Tuesday, November 25 from 6PM - 8:30PM Thanksgiving Break Kickoff with Stitch $13-$16 Wednesday, ...

Wake Forest's Small Business Saturday

Get out and Shop Local! November 29th is Small Business Saturday®, which means it’s almost time to celebrate with your ...

Garner Lights Up Main

Kick off the holiday season in true Garner style at Light Up Main – our annual celebration packed with festive ...

DPAC presents Elf The Musical

The Holiday Show of the Season Elf The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: from $41
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cirque Holiday Pops with The NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Kick off the festive season with spellbinding grace and daredevil feats, contortionists, and acrobats performing on stage—and 40 feet above ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St. Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $59
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Opening Weekend for Naylor's Christmas on the Farm

Embark on a magical evening of Christmas fun! Be prepared - most families spend the whole evening with us, so ...

*SOLD OUT* Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town

Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town This is our most requested event! Tickets will sell out for popular dates/times. ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1520 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $64.35 for 1 child and 2 Adults. $5 per Extra Adult.
  • Website: pineytown.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Hill Ridge Farms' Festival of Lights Opening Weekend

Come make memories with us this holiday season during our Hill Ridge Farms Festival of Lights! Enjoy over a million lights ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville, NC, 27596
  • Cost: $19.95 ages 2-64. Under 2yrs are free. Free Parking.
  • Website: www.hillridgefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Opening Weekend of Christmas Lights on Holt Road

Enjoy driving through one of Apex’s most magical Christmas displays! Due to the growing popularity of our display, we require tickets ...

Christmas Lights on the Farm's Opening Weekend

Discover the Wonder of Christmas Lights During the Christmas Season, the owners of Big Daddy’s Farms host “Christmas Lights on the ...

Art & Soul Sisters Studio's Palette Pals

Fawn & Frost: A Tale of Two Scarves Winter Deer Duet · A Cozy Canvas Pair A Palette Pals Original Paint Night For ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: MK Creative Arts Studio, 701 N Main St., Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $45 for two canvases. $20 per additional canvas.
  • Website: ticketscandy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa at Lake Myra Christmas Lights

We have a walkway around the lights and through our tallest tree! You’re also welcome to stand or bring chairs ...

  • 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

Carolina Inn's Brunch with Santa

A festive Carolina Inn meal with Santa will undoubtedly usher in the Christmas magic for young and old alike. Enjoy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Crossroad Restaurant, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
  • Cost: $75 for 4yrs+. Free for under 3yrs.
  • Website: www.carolinainn.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Free Schleich Ornament Building

Celebrate Museum Store Sunday at Marbles Kids Museum by building a Free Schleich Figurine ornament at the PlayStore, while supplies ...

Little Fentonians – Skate

Join us for a special family-friendly ice skating session exclusively for kids under 7 and their parents! Enjoy a magical ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Fenton Main Street., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Adult $18. Child $12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride

For All Ages. 50minutes tour. Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy a ride ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $27 for ages 2yrs and up. adult lap. Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Merrily Mannered at Carolina Inn

Want your child to understand the basics of afternoon tea? This family friendly event is led by etiquette professional, Donna ...

DPAC presents Elf The Musical

The Holiday Show of the Season Elf The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701
  • Cost: from $41
  • Website: www.dpacnc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Thanksgiving Break at United Skates

School is Out. Go Skating! Roller Skating is Great Family Fun Tuesday, November 25 from 6PM - 8:30PM Thanksgiving Break Kickoff with Stitch $13-$16 Wednesday, ...

Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Needmore Farms

Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy festive crafts and story time with Mrs. Claus! This free event is perfect ...

Opening Weekend for Naylor's Christmas on the Farm

Embark on a magical evening of Christmas fun! Be prepared - most families spend the whole evening with us, so ...

Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town

Santa Claus is coming to [Piney] Town This is our most requested event! Tickets will sell out for popular dates/times. ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1520 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $64.35 for 1 child and 2 Adults. $5 per Extra Adult.
  • Website: pineytown.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Hill Ridge Farms' Festival of Lights Opening Weekend

Come make memories with us this holiday season during our Hill Ridge Farms Festival of Lights! Enjoy over a million lights ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville, NC, 27596
  • Cost: $19.95 ages 2-64. Under 2yrs are free. Free Parking.
  • Website: www.hillridgefarms.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

North Raleigh UMC's Chrismon Worship Service with Kids' Musical & Angel Illumination

Celebrate the start of the Christmas season with your family at our Chrismon Worship Service! This interactive, family-friendly service features: A ...

Art & Soul Sisters Studio's Coastal Christmas

Coastal Christmas: Shoreline Blessings - Resin and Sea Glass Mixed Media Framed Art Workshop Sunday for Ages 10yrs+ Celebrate the season with ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: MK Creative Arts Studio, 701 N Main St., Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $45 per participant
  • Website: ticketscandy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Opening Weekend of Christmas Lights on Holt Road

Enjoy driving through one of Apex’s most magical Christmas displays! Due to the growing popularity of our display, we require tickets ...

Christmas Lights on the Farm's Opening Weekend

Discover the Wonder of Christmas Lights During the Christmas Season, the owners of Big Daddy’s Farms host “Christmas Lights on the ...

NRCA's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

We’re getting everything set up for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Join us ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Raleigh Christian Academy, 7300 Perry Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27616
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Express at Pullen Park

One of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday traditions is back! Holiday Express at Pullen Park will once again transform the park ...

  • 4:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • Cost: $17 plus tax and fees
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Tales with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Christmas Tales is tomorrow at 5 PM! Join Santa in his Wonderland as he reads a story for the kids! ...

Polar Express Movie Night with The Bunny Hive

All aboard for a safe and fun movie night at The Bunny Hive! Depending on the weather, we’ll cozy up ...

Christmas Lights on Holt Road for Special Needs

Enjoy driving through one of Apex’s most magical Christmas displays! Due to the growing popularity of our display, we require tickets ...

Sensory Friendly Night at NC Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Experience the Magic of the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival Join us in Cary, North Carolina, for the North Carolina Chinese ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 8003 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: from $17 for 3yrs+. Children 2yrs and under are free. General Parking Free. Preferred Parking $15 per car.
  • Website: www.boothamphitheatre.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition Entry Display

Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser sponsored by Friends of Fuquay Varina Arts Center Categories: Adult 18yrs+ Child 5yrs - 10yrs Youth 11yrs - 17yrs Family ...

Holiday Express at Pullen Park

One of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday traditions is back! Holiday Express at Pullen Park will once again transform the park ...

  • 4:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • Cost: $17 plus tax and fees
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fuquay-Varina Gingerbread House Competition Entry Display

Gingerbread House Competition and Fundraiser sponsored by Friends of Fuquay Varina Arts Center Categories: Adult 18yrs+ Child 5yrs - 10yrs Youth 11yrs - 17yrs Family ...

North Pole Playdate and Photos with Santa at The Bunny Hive Raleigh

Step into the magic of the North Pole with special guests, Santa and photographer, Shelby Zeuli! Join us for a ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $40 per Member. $80 per Non-Member.
  • Website: api.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fuquay Varina Tree Lighting

Celebrate the joy of the holiday season at the annual Town Tree Lighting! The tree and menorah will be lit ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Vance Street parking lot, 205 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.fuquay-varina.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Express at Pullen Park

One of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday traditions is back! Holiday Express at Pullen Park will once again transform the park ...

  • 4:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • Cost: $17 plus tax and fees
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mom and Me Night at Boyce Farm

Join us for a fun evening of creating beautiful wreaths to kick off the holiday season at the farm! Hot chocolate ...

First Night of Lights in Mineral Spring Park

Starting after the Tree Lighting on December 4, Fuquay Mineral Spring Park will be decorated with majestic holiday lights, open ...

November 28 - December 4
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