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12 Days of Christmas at Urban Air Raleigh

We’re launching The 12 Days of Christmas at Urban Air Raleigh — December 12–23! Each day guests who purchase a ...

Gingerbread Houses and Santa at Wake Forest Farmers Market

Free gingerbread house making station at the Wake Forest Farmers Market! Santa will be there.

Meet The Grinch

The Grinch is returning to The Mocha Room and this time, for breakfast! You can meet the Grinch free! We will have ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Mocha Room, 2145 Ten-Ten Rd., Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free Admission. Food for Purchase.
  • Website: themocharoom.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* Marbles Gingerbread Jamboree

Sugar and spice and all things nice! Create special memories this holiday season with your very own keepsake gingerbread house. ...

  • 9:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: IMAX Building (Venture Hall), 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $20 General Public. $18 Members.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* 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 ...

18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market

Come shop, dine, sip, dance, and sing in the European Christmas Market tradition with gifts and decor from across Europe, ...

Bierman Autism Center's Annual Sensory Santa

Join us for our magical, sensory-friendly experience at Bierman Autism Centers in Cary! Skip the busy and noisy malls and ...

Happy Holly Days Parade

The Happy Holly Days Parade is held the second Saturday of December. Floats, bands, dancers, decorated vehicles, marching groups and ...

Holiday Gifts and Crafts Workshop at Flaherty Park Community Center

This workshop is an inclusive holiday event focused on participants with physical, intellectual, developmental, or sensory disabilities. Through adaptive and ...

Knightdale's Christmas Parade

The parade begins on First Avenue near Knightdale Station Run. Feel free to bring your own chairs but please refrain from ...

Merry and Bright, A North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park

A Children's North Pole Market by Paper & Stars Studio at Historic Mordecai Park. Holiday Photos - Crafts - Music ...

NC State Capitol's Holiday Open House

From Thursday, Dec. 11th – Saturday, December 13th (from 10 a.m. -3 p.m. on Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. - ...

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

Three Seasons Christmas Festival

Santa’s elves are ready for a snowball fight… are you? Get into the holiday spirit at the Christmas Festival you ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Wake Crossroads Baptist Church, 3501 Forestville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Brunch with Santa at Red Bird

Celebrate the season at the Red Bird event space in downtown Raleigh with a magical holiday experience the whole family ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 612 South Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $60 per adult | $25 per child (ages 5–12) | Free for children 4 & under. Plus tax and gratuity.
  • Website: www.redbirdraleigh.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Camp MusArt's Christmas Bakery & Workshop

Drop off the kids for a day of Christmas fun so you can get some shopping done! 11AM - 12:30PM Mrs. ...

Holidays on Hammell

Discover Holidays on Hammell, a festive holiday market! Join us on Hammell Drive and wander through an array of local ...

Knightdale Christmas Parade Holiday Market at Oak City Brewing Company

Knightdale’s Christmas Parade is back, and Oak City Brewing is where the holiday magic happens! Kick off your morning with ...

Lunch with Santa at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger

Santa is coming to Freddy’s! Come and have lunch with him and receive a sweet treat.

Maker's Market Christmas Season at Grasshopper Farms

20+ local vendors bringing their awesome products and great Christmas gift options: candles, soaps, baked good, home decor, crochet, jewelry ...

Moore Square Winterfaire

Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Presents... Moore Square Winterfaire! Welcome to our 1st annual Moore Square Winterfaire, a European Christmas Market and ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: makrs.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa's Winter Wonderland with ABS Kids Holly Springs

We are excited to host you and your family at our free sensory-friendly Santa's Winter Wonderland event in Holly Springs, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2075 Ralph Stephens Rd., Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holly Springs Academy's Winter Wonderland Festival

The holiday season is the perfect time to find a preschool that feels warm, joyful, and welcoming. That is why ...

JAKS Stables' Annual Christmas with the Horses

Our Annual Christmas event is one you won't want to miss! With a sold out event every year, we take ...

Meet Santa at Grasshopper Farms

Step into Santa’s Workshop, where holiday magic comes to life! Inside our beautifully decorated workshop, you’ll enjoy a cozy, festive atmosphere ...

Pictures with Santa Deadpool at Comic World

Get your unique Christmas photo with Santa Deadpool at no cost. Allow Deadpool to assist with your naughty list this ...

Treelight Square™ Holiday Market

Ready for the holidays? We can't wait to celebrate the holidays with Sonder Coffee Co. at Treelight Square™. Grab your ...

Santa Skate and His Favorite Elf at Polar Ice Cary

Photo op and ice skating with Santa & his favorite Elf Ice Skating Admission from 12:30PM-2:30 PM, includes skate rental

*SOLD OUT* 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

ArtSpin - A Downtown Christmas Experience

Experience the Magic of: A Holiday ArtSpin Celebrate the magic of the season at ArtSpin as downtown transforms into a festive, ...

Barristers' Barnyard presents Countdown to Christmas

Come join us at our annual Countdown to Christmas event. Shopping Food Truck Coffee Truck Crafts Hayrides Animal Interaction

Family Candy Cane Hunt at Garner Recreation Center

In this photo scavenger hunt, families will be given a poster size candy cane to decorate, along with clues on ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Multipurpose Room, 215 W Main St., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: $10 Residents. $14 Non Residents.
  • Website: garner.recdesk.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa is Coming to Holl & Stone Farms

Santa is coming to the farm! Join us December 13–14 from 1–4pm for a cozy visit in our barn to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 920 Buffaloe Rd., Garner, NC, 27529
  • Cost: $20 per family, plus optional professional photos by @brandiebairdphoto for $30
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Southern Lux Living presents Cookies with Santa at Lily Maes

Come have cookies with Santa! Hosted by Allison Caudle Abbott of Southern Lux Living and Lilymaes! Come visit Lily Maes and ...

*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. ...

  • 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

Feathered Farm's Christmas Keepsake Photos with Santa and Milkshake

Make magical holiday memories at the farm with Santa and our beloved farm friends! Santa will be waiting to hear ...

Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended production ever, this beautiful ...

Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade

For the past 46 consecutive years, the Cary Jaycees have sponsored the Cary Christmas Parade in downtown Cary. Come join us ...

Christmas at Planet Peace Farm with Santa

Join us for a magical afternoon filled with holiday cheer. Take photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus and the Planet ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 6121 Forestville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $5 through Dec 9. $10 beginning Dec 10. Free for toddlers under 2 and seniors over 65.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Hit Musical Comedy with Heart Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six ...

Fuquay Varina Arts Center presents The Nutcracker

The Fuquay-Varina Arts Center is proud to present the annual production of The Nutcracker. Loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffman ...

Santa Skate and His Favorite Elf at Polar Ice Raleigh

Ice Skating from 2:30PM-4:30 PM, includes skate rental Photo op and ice skating with Santa & his favorite Elf

Bedazzled Holiday Tree with Children's Art Classes

Bedazzled Holiday Tree - Mixed Media and Painting Party Join us for a festive afternoon full of Christmas tree painting, bedazzling, ...

Christmas Play and Musical at Halle Cultural Arts Center

"Astrix, the Little Star"" by Janine Daly, adapted from the book by Christine Anghie - Have you ever wondered how the ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Adults $18. Seniors $15. 16yrs & under $12. Plus tax and fees.
  • Website: thehalle.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Crazy Glaze Kids Painting a Grinch Plate

Get ready for some holiday fun for kids ages 5-12. They will have a blast painting their very own Grinch ...

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

North Carolina Symphony David Glover, conductor Mamie Parris, vocalist Be part of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday tradition as we bring cherished seasonal classics ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St. Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: from $47
  • Website: ncsymphony.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

*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. ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 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

Cocoa and Caroling Tour with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride Begins

For All Ages: 60 min Step aboard our merry trolley and get ready to sing your heart out as you embark ...

Cookies and Coloring with Santa Cow at Chick Fil A - Lake Boone Trail

Join us next Saturday for cookies, coloring, and a visit from Santa cow! Kids under 12yrs will receive: 1 free cookie 1 free ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Chick Fil A Lake Boone Trail, 3770 Lake Boone Trl, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free. See Menu.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* 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 ...

*FULL* Santa's Trolley

Santa is lost in Raleigh, and Holly the Elf needs your help to find him! Join Holly aboard the Historic ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $15 per person
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Illuminate Art Walk Downtown Raleigh

Shining Light on North Carolina from December 5, 2025- January 6, 2026. Downtown Raleigh shines every holiday season with Illuminate ...

Little Doodles Play Cafe's (Glenwood) Pajama Party with Santa

Join us for a PJ Party with Southbound Santa! Story Time and Meet and Greet with Santa. Hot Cocoa Bar ...

  • 5:15 pm -  7:15 pm 
  • Location: 6548 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: First Child with 2 Adults $35. Additional Sibling $25. Additional Adult $10.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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. ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 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

Penny Road's Drive-Thru Live Nativity

You are invited to witness the birth of Jesus through … Realistic scene recreations … Live animals … Music … Treats & craft for kids!

Must See Raleigh Holiday Edition with the Great Raleigh Trolley Ride Begins

For All Ages. 1 hour tour. During the holidays, the State Capitol and Downtown Raleigh come alive with Christmas magic. This ...

Saint Andrews United Methodist-Garner's Live Nativity

We are excited about Live Nativity this year! We've added several new stations and a walking path if you don't ...

*SOLD OUT* 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

Christmas Play and Musical at Halle Cultural Arts Center

"Astrix, the Little Star"" by Janine Daly, adapted from the book by Christine Anghie - Have you ever wondered how the ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 237 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Adults $18. Seniors $15. 16yrs & under $12. Plus tax and fees.
  • Website: thehalle.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

DPAC presents A Christmas Carol

The Hit Musical Comedy with Heart Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six ...

The Great Raleigh Trolley presents Christmas Spirits Ghost Tour

Hear Raleigh’s tales of the ghosts of Christmas past and present aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley. Try something a little ...

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