This is a growing list of 2025 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide will include everything from Thanksgiving to New Year's, but at any given time includes 30 days from the current day. Make sure to bookmark this page, as it will be frequently updated. And make sure to follow the links to get all the information, such as location, time and cost, for … [Read more...] about Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
Last Minute Gift Market at The Fruit Dec. 20
The Fruit, at 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Last Minute Gift Market on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. Support local artists and crafters while you shop for unique gifts. Entry is free. The event features: Follow the Facebook event for updates. … [Read more...] about Last Minute Gift Market at The Fruit Dec. 20
An Afternoon with Black Santa on Dec. 20 — free photos, gifts, crafts and food
Kappa Charitable Trust Fund is hosting An Afternoon with Black Santa on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Kappa Center, 750 King Richard Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Santa's Workshop will be going on from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy all of this, as supplies last and time permits: … [Read more...] about An Afternoon with Black Santa on Dec. 20 — free photos, gifts, crafts and food
Free pictures with Santa at Compare Foods of Clayton Dec. 20
Compare Foods of Clayton, 421 E Second Street, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting Santa Claus on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring the kids for free pictures with Santa! There will also be free gifts for the kids! This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Compare Foods of Clayton Dec. 20
Christmas at Fortnight Brewing in Cary, Dec. 20: free Santa photos, kids’ crafts and bounce house, vendors, and more
Fortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ownership, they offer English Ale, Porter, and ESB use only English-grown ingredients and yeast. They also offer a Blonde Ale, Coffee Amber, and an IPA that is a fusion of English and … [Read more...] about Christmas at Fortnight Brewing in Cary, Dec. 20: free Santa photos, kids’ crafts and bounce house, vendors, and more
Holiday Toy Giveaways with Raleigh Parks
Raleigh Parks is hosting several toy giveaways for the holidays in 2025. Read on to learn about each one. Toy Giveaway at Peach Road Cultural CenterThursday, December 18, 20255 to 7 p.m.Peach Road Cultural Center911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, North Carolina This giveaway is for children 0-13 years old. A parent or guardian must accompany their child or children during the event. You'll receive … [Read more...] about Holiday Toy Giveaways with Raleigh Parks
Festivus Fun at Mason Jar Lager Co., Dec. 20, and more
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music: Aaron PelsueFriday, December 19, 20256:30 p.m.Free FestivusSaturday, December 20, 20255 p.m.Free Have fun with off-beat holiday festivities by partaking in the … [Read more...] about Festivus Fun at Mason Jar Lager Co., Dec. 20, and more
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar, music and film screening Dec. 20
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. It takes place in the SECU Auditorium and Education Lobby in the East Building. This is a day full of anime vendors, food, music and film screenings. The bazaar is free to attend. The film screenings and music … [Read more...] about NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar, music and film screening Dec. 20
Winter Solstice Service at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (and more)
Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting several special holiday events. You can see them all here. We are listing a few of them below. All are free to attend and open to everyone. Holiday Events Jazz for the HolidaysWednesday, December 10, 20257 p.m. Features jazz vocalist Myk'l Hann. Enjoy an evening of contemplation, … [Read more...] about Winter Solstice Service at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (and more)
Holidays at Boxyard: Christmas magic with Santa Dec. 20
Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Holidays at Boxyard. Enjoy Santa experiences, the Grinch, markets and more. Holidays at Boxyard November 29, 2025 The Black Santa Experience from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Get family photos with Santa Warren. Make sure to RSVP to reserve your spot with Santa. Small Business Saturday Cozy Winter Market: Shop from 10+ local … [Read more...] about Holidays at Boxyard: Christmas magic with Santa Dec. 20
