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30November

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 ...

01December

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
02December

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
03December

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
04December

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 ...

05December

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 ...

Christmas Town Family Festival

Community Navigators Community Builders strongly believes in the power of community. When we come together to meet the needs of ...

Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join community members and the Apex Town Council as the tree is lit for the very first time on Town ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Town Hall Campus, 73 Hunter St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.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

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 ...

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Shining Light on North Carolina Downtown Raleigh shines every holiday season with Illuminate Art Walk presented by Cooperating Raleigh Colleges! Since December ...

Lighting of Wake Forest

You're invited to experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season at the 2025 Lighting of Wake Forest. This year's ...

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. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:30 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

Brier Creek Commons Tree Lighting

Join us for a magical night as we light up the holiday season at our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! Get ...

Flour Power Cary Kid's Night Out

Can't come to weekly classes? Need some "you" time or a date night? These classes are perfect for your schedule! ...

Knightdale Christmas Tree Lighting

Join us as we kick off the Holiday season by lighting the tree at Knightdale Station Park. Take pictures with ...

Mad Splatter's Mean, Green and Merry Night

Get ready to paint, snack, and celebrate at our Mean, Green & Merry Night! An evening full of festive fun, ...

Marbles Evening with Elves

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

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

Theatre In The Park presents A Christmas Carol. This musical comedy version of the Dickens classic has been performed annually ...

Poiema Artistry present Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.poiemaac.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

A magical holiday tradition returns! For over 40 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has enchanted audiences with this musical comedy take ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $33-$37. Adults $36-$40 plus tax and fees.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
06December

Cary’s Annual Tree Lighting at Downtown Cary Park

Kick off the holiday season with festive cheer at our free Tree Lighting Celebration in Downtown Cary Park. Throughout the ...

Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show

All are welcome to St. Thomas More Catholic School's annual Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show on Saturday, December 6, 2025 ...

New Hope Valley: Santa's Express Train Ride

Our train yard and track are decorated for the holiday season. Come ride on our historic train for 50 minutes ...

Downtown Wake Forest Holiday Open House

Get ready to celebrate the season in Downtown Wake Forest! Our charming downtown will be filled with holiday cheer, special shopping, ...

Holl & Stone Farm Holiday Vendor Market

Join us at Holl & Stone Farms for a festive, family-friendly day of shopping local and celebrating the season. Wander our ...

McLean Farm's Winter Wonderland

This is our final event of the year, so you won’t want to miss it! The annual McLean Farms’ Winter ...

Santa Clause is Coming to Big Air Raleigh

Get ready for a magical day filled with holiday cheer! Bring the whole family to meet the Big Man himself ...

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

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

A magical holiday tradition returns! For over 40 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has enchanted audiences with this musical comedy take ...

  • 10:30 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $33-$37. Adults $36-$40 plus tax and fees.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cary Ballet Company presents ”The Nutcracker” Suite

Cary Ballet Company presents Tchaikovsky's holiday tradition of ”The Nutcracker,” in Raleigh. Begin your holiday season with this classical performance, ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts – AJ Fletcher Opera Theatre, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $48
  • Website: www.caryballetcompany.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gingerbread and a Jolly Trolley Ride

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

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC 27605
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Market at NC Museum of Art

Join us at the NC Museum of Art for our local artist market series. We are popping up on the first ...

Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market

The Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market is Presented by Shop Local Raleigh to Celebrate Small Businesses this Holiday Season! Sip, shop, ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 E Whitaker Mill Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: shoplocalraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

MAKRS Holiday Fest

Welcome to our 5th annual MAKRS Holiday Fest Join us on Fayetteville St. in downtown Raleigh. We have plenty of activities ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: makrs.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa Claus is Coming to Bailey's

Join us for hot cocoa & free photos with Santa! Complimentary Mama Bird’s ice cream from 1-3 PM!

Wilson Christmas Parade

Join the Magic of the Wilson Christmas Parade! The Wilson Christmas Parade will be held Saturdaystarting at 11am. Parade route will ...

Raleigh Retro Gamers - Holiday Edition at Triangle Town Center

Family-Friendly Step back in time and power up for an afternoon of gaming fun at Raleigh Retro Gamers! This free community ...

Fa la la Christmas Festival with Thrive Motherhood

Come ring in the holidays with us at our 2025 Fa La La Festival at Lafayette Village in North Raleigh! We ...

Poiema Artistry present Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.poiemaac.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa at Barnes and Nobles - Village District

Reading & Photos With Santa Come visit with Santa as he reads Christmas tales and grab photos this merry holiday season! ...

Cary Ballet Company presents ”The Nutcracker”

Cary Ballet Company presents Tchaikovsky's holiday tradition of ”The Nutcracker,” in Raleigh. Begin your holiday season with this classical performance, ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts – AJ Fletcher Opera Theatre, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $66
  • Website: www.caryballetcompany.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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. ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 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

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

Theatre In The Park presents A Christmas Carol. This musical comedy version of the Dickens classic has been performed annually ...

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 -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main St, Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.garnernc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

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, ...

Lafayette Village's Holiday Open House

This year our festival will be bigger and better. We are including a curated group of vendors to help with ...

Morrisville Christmas Tree Lighting

Celebrate the joy and wonder of the season at our annual Christmas Tree Lighting — a beloved tradition that brings ...

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

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 ...

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Shining Light on North Carolina Downtown Raleigh shines every holiday season with Illuminate Art Walk presented by Cooperating Raleigh Colleges! Since December ...

Apex Holiday Tour of Lights Begins

Apex homes and businesses across town volunteer to spread holiday cheer with beautiful light displays each year! The Tour of ...

Boyce Farm's Movie Night

Join us this Saturday for our movie night! Start the holidays and hop aboard for a magical evening among the Christmas ...

Crazy Glaze Ornament Family Fun Night

Get into the holiday spirit with our Ornament Painting Night! Join us for a cozy evening of creativity, cheer, and ...

Poiema Artistry present Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Stars Auditorium at ImaginX, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.poiemaac.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
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