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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 ...

Cookie Exchange Run with Fleet Feet Village District

Join us for our annual Cookie Exchange Run at our Village District store! Enjoy a 30-minute social run and refuel ...

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 ...

*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 ...

*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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Parents' Day Out at City of Raleigh Museum

Support parents in theatre while shopping local this holiday season! Parents and caregivers can enjoy an afternoon out around Raleigh ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: All day: $70 first child/$45 for each additional child in the family. Drop ins: $25 per hr first kid/$20 per hr each additional kid in the family.
  • Website: www.seedartshare.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker Suite at Cary Arts Center

An hour show. The Nutcracker Suite is an excellent introduction for kids of all ages. This narrated one-hour show begins ...

Cuts, Christmas and Elf Squad Toy Giveaway

Come on out to Sanderford Road Community Center for free haircuts, games, food, and fun! Cuts and Christmas are for ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sanderford Road Neighborhood Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fenton Holiday Makers Market

Join us for live music and local shopping! Shop from your favorite Fenton Stores and an additional 35 local artists ...

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: Holiday Events

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!

Wine and Design Apex Kids Painting Class

Santa's Little Reindeer Fun for all ages, sign up to paint with us - Art Buzz Kids style! No artistic talent ...

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: Holiday Events

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 ...

Elf Squad Toy Giveaway

These free events are for children 0-13 years old. You will receive 1 toy per child while supplies last. Registration is not ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: SGT. Courtney T. Johnson Community Center, 1801 Proctor Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Lunch with Santa at Doherty's Irish Pub and Restaurant of Apex

Lunch with Santa, A photo op, food and Christmas cheer! Come join the festive fun and make unforgettable memories with Santa! ...

*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: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents Cinderella

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 40th year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Cantey V. Sutton Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Children 12 and under $29. Adults $35.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

Cary Ballet presents Nutcraker at Cary Arts Center

The Nutcracker is a holiday classic, featuring the magical tale of Clara as she journeys from her home to the ...

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...

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 ...

Wine and Design Apex Kids Ornament Painting Workshop

Get Your Art Buzz On at Wine & Design! No artistic talent needed, just the desire to have fun! We ...

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 ...

Chistmas Themed Parent's Night Out at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay Varina

With Christmas almost upon us, take this opportunity to drop off your kids for a night of Christmas fun so ...

Color Me Mine's Kids Night Out

Enjoy a fun filled evening - packed with activities! Bring your friends and meet new ones. Paint this very popular ceramic ...

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 ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Featuring a Live Symphony Orchestra This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended ...

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: Holiday Events

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances ...