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November 22 - 28

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sensory Santa at Crabtree Valley Mall

Somewhere between the twinkling lights and the excited whispers you can feel it. Santa is coming! Don't miss Santa pictures at ...

Santa Photos at Triangle Town Center Begins

Put Your Name on Santa's List! The Magic of Santa is coming to Triangle Town Center Make memories that last long after ...

NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride

The Magic Returns! Join our friends at the N.C. Transportation Museum as they prepare for another unforgettable season of THE POLAR ...

FestiBull of Lights' Opening Weekend at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: General Admission: $12 / person in advance, $13/ person on event day. Tickets required for all guests 3 and up.
  • Website: cbc-events.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pet Nights with Santa at Crabtree Valley Mall

Somewhere between the twinkling lights and the excited whispers you can feel it. Santa is coming! Don't miss Santa pictures at ...

A Shopping Spree with The Junior League of Raleigh at the Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center

For 42 years, A Shopping SPREE! has been more than a shopping event. It’s a Raleigh holiday tradition. From November 20–22, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: formerly Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: www.jlraleigh.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Thanksgiving Parade Balloon Making at The Bunny Hive

Join us for a festive Thanksgiving week pop-up where creativity takes flight! Inspired by the magic of the Thanksgiving Day ...

Christmas Tales with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Come enjoy Christmas Tales with this special Santa Sighting every Tuesday at 5PM starting November 10, 2026. Reserve your spot ...

Cirque Holiday Pops with the NC Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season over Thanksgiving Weekend with an all new show of high-flying acrobatics and holiday classics. This family-friendly ...

  • 4:00 am -  5:45 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Starting at $51 with all-in pricing
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Skinny Turkey

Before the turkey hits the table, hit the pavement. Kick off your Thanksgiving morning at the Skinny Turkey Run — one ...

  • 6:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Wakefield High School, 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: Free to $75
  • Website: event.sportreach.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K

10th Annual Turkey Day 5K Turkey Day is our rescue’s largest fundraiser – all proceeds help us continue to bring in ...

  • 7:30 am 
  • Location: Lake Benson & White Deer Parks, 2400 Aversboro Rd., Garner, NC US 27529
  • Cost: 5K $37.50. 1Mile Fun Run $25. Virtual 5K $20.
  • Website: www.freedom-ride.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Pace Yourself Run Co's Turkey Day Fun Run/Walk

Before the turkey, stuffing and pie…lace up your shoes and join us for a fun run or walk. It’s free and ...

Inside Out Sports Turkey Trot

8K, 1 Mile Walk, and Kid's Dash Medals for all 8K finishers! Event Schedule: 8:30 am Fun Starts (1 Mile Walk) 9:00 am 8k ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 2002 Grisdale Lane, Cary, NC, 27513
  • Cost: 8K $45; 1 Mile $40; Kid's Dash $20; Virtual 8K $20.
  • Website: event.racereach.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Academy for the Performing Arts Pre-Turkey Day

Keep the kids moving, creating, and having fun before the holiday! 3yrs-5yrs: 9AM–12PM $49 K–5th Grade: 9AM–4PM $69 Spots are limited—reserve ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 844 Perry Rd., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: $49 (half day) - $69 (full day)
  • Website: apanc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Trophy Trot 5K at Dix Park

Thanksgiving Day Race Kick off your Thanksgiving Day in Raleigh’s premier park and help support Healing Transitions! Enjoy a morning 5k ...

Carolina Inn's Thanksgiving Lunch Buffet

Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving feast featuring locally sourced, seasonal dishes crafted by our culinary team.

  • 10:30 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Front Porch, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
  • Cost: $100 per person (plus tax and service charge)
  • Website: www.carolinainn.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Thanksgiving Day Buffet at The Westin's Il Falo

Thanksgiving Buffet in The Westin’s Grand Ballroom: A Celebration of Autumn’s Bounty The Grand Ballroom is dressed for autumn, and the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Grand Ballroom, 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, NC, 27617
  • Cost: $99 Adults | $39 Children ages 5–12 | Children 4 and under dine complimentary Tax and gratuity additional.
  • Website: www.ilfalo.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Cirque Holiday Pops with the NC Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season over Thanksgiving Weekend with an all new show of high-flying acrobatics and holiday classics. This family-friendly ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:45 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Starting at $51 with all-in pricing
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride

The Magic Returns! Join our friends at the N.C. Transportation Museum as they prepare for another unforgettable season of THE POLAR ...

Cirque Holiday Pops with the NC Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season over Thanksgiving Weekend with an all new show of high-flying acrobatics and holiday classics. This family-friendly ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Starting at $51 with all-in pricing
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Turkey Chase at William B. Umstead State Park

In-person and virtual 5K, 10K, & 13.1 race options. Kids in Strollers open to ages 4 and under. Turkey Chase finishers ...

  • 7:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: RallyPoint Sports Grill, 837 Bass Pro Ln., Cary, NC, 27513
  • Cost: Starting at $40. Kids in Strollers $5.
  • Website: runsignup.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Little Fentonians Skate the Square

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 am 
  • Location: 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary NC 27511
  • Cost: Adult tickets: $18. Child tickets: $12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa Express with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride

For All Ages Timed Entry every Hour from10AM-6PM Kids and parents hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $27 for ages 2yrs and up. Infants under 2 in lap no charge.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Tea with Santa at The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in ...

Hidden Holiday: Raleigh Christmas Past with Heather Leah

For all ages! Heather Leah takes you on a cozy trolley ride to visit historic houses and scenic routes with charming ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC, 27604
  • Cost: $25 for 2yrs+. Infants are free but must ride on lap.
  • Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Raleigh Book Fair at Raleigh Iron Works

Front Paige Media Book Fair Step into a spooky edition of the Front Paige Media Book Fair! Inspired by the joy ...

Cirque Holiday Pops with the NC Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season over Thanksgiving Weekend with an all new show of high-flying acrobatics and holiday classics. This family-friendly ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:45 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Starting at $51 with all-in pricing
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Kids Markets at Garner Light Up Main

Hundreds of friendly shoppers are waiting! Kids Markets are exciting, family-friendly farmers market-style events for kids ages 5-17!

Tea with Santa at The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in ...

NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride

The Magic Returns! Join our friends at the N.C. Transportation Museum as they prepare for another unforgettable season of THE POLAR ...

Cirque Holiday Pops with the NC Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season over Thanksgiving Weekend with an all new show of high-flying acrobatics and holiday classics. This family-friendly ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: Starting at $51 with all-in pricing
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
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