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Best Christmas Light Displays in the Triangle for 2023 — Updated!
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a … [Read More...]

Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2023
This is a growing list of 2023 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide includes … [Read More...]

Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2023
Looking for free holiday concerts in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? You're in the right … [Read More...]

Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2023
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Free Santa photos and more at Bass Pro Shops Santa's Wonderland
All Day | FREE | Bass Pro Shops
Free Santa photos and more at Cabela's Santa's Wonderland
All Day | FREE | Cabela’s
The RINK: Outdoor skating at Red Hat Amphitheater (click for times)
All Day | $6.00-15.00 | Red Hat Amphitheater
Wool E's Winter Wonderland (time and price varies)
All Day | $11.00-16.50 | Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Pecan Pickin' Month at Historic Oak View County Park
8:30 am to 5:00 pm | FREE | Historic Oak View County Park
Sculpture in the Garden (free with $5 suggested donation)
9:00 am to 5:00 am | FREE | North Carolina Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill
Taking Back Thursday: Bret Harris
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm | FREE | Boxyard RTP
Lunchtime Trivia at Moore Square
12:15 pm | FREE | Moore Square, Raleigh
College students and faculty: 20% off OC Aerial
3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Discounted | OC Aerial, Durham
Solepath Coaching: Free Consultations
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | FREE | Lanza’s Cafe, Carrboro
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Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead
Duke Homestead State Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, is hosting Christmas by Candlelight on Friday, … [Read More...]
Illuminate Art Walk in Raleigh Starting December 1
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Holiday Events in Franklinton: Christmas Market, Parade and Holiday Lights
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Free Christmas Concerts with First Cary United Methodist Church
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Joel Lane Museum House: Christmas Open House
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Town of Knightdale Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
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A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
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Lighting of Wake Forest and more Christmas events
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Wendell Wonderland Dec 1
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Best of the Fall
Here's everything you need to know to enjoy the fall season in the Triangle!

Trick or Treat (and Trunk or Treat) events in the Triangle for 2023
By Jody Mace
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