Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at the Magical Meet & Greet with Santa at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, North Carolina. This free event takes place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a free photo with Santa. You're encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. Also, enjoy a free hot cocoa bar and explore a special … [Read more...] about A Magical Meet & Greet with Santa at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel Dec. 12
Historic Yates Mill County Park: History and nature hikes, ornament making, more…
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: History and nature hikes, ornament making, more…
NC State Tree Lighting Dec. 12, plus Holiday Open House
Celebrate the holiday season at the North Carolina State Capitol at the State Tree Lighting and a three-day Holiday Open House. Both are free events, and no RSVP is required. State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open HouseThursday, December 12, 20245:30 p.m.1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NCFree Join the State Capitol and Gov. Roy Cooper for the annual … [Read more...] about NC State Tree Lighting Dec. 12, plus Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14-15
The Mordecai House, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, is the oldest house in Raleigh on its original location. It was build in 1785. Other structures, including the cure barn, the Ellen Mordecai Garden, St. Mark's Chapel, and more, were built in the 1800s. Normally tickets for tours are $7 for adults, and $4 for seniors and youth, with children 6 and under admitted for free. Mordecai Historic Park … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14-15
Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14
Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market takes place at Historic Mordecai Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is not required, but is encouraged to help with planning. Please register at link above. Merry & Bright is a children's market by Paper & Stars Studio in partnership with Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural … [Read more...] about Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14
Deck the Halls — Garner Vendor Craft Fair
Deck the Halls, Garner Vendor Craft Show is an annual holiday craft fair with over 75 vendors. It takes place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Garner Magnet High School, 2101 Spring Drive, Garner, North Carolina. Find information on the Deck the Halls, Garner public Facebook group. … [Read more...] about Deck the Halls — Garner Vendor Craft Fair
Sunday Crafts with Santa at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 15
Enjoy a festive afternoon of fun and creativity with Santa Claus at JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. This is a free event ad registration is not required. Sip on a cup of complimentary hot chocolate before exploring coloring and cookie decorating stations, perfect for kids of all ages to express their artistic side. … [Read more...] about Sunday Crafts with Santa at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 15
Wendell Baptist Church: Christmas Comes to Life
Wendell Baptist Church is presenting two different nativity events during the 2024 Christmas season. Wendell Baptist Church Live Nativity Wendell Baptist Church's Live Nativity takes place on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina. It's free to attend, and takes place the same evening as Wendell Wonderland. You might also … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Church: Christmas Comes to Life
2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
The second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live music, performances, spoken word poetry and more. Venues are generally open late afternoon and evening hours. 2nd Friday ArtWalk events and activities are free and open to all. Here are … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
10th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 19
Millbrook United Methodist Church's Racial Healing Team is presenting the 10th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. The free event will take place in the Pryor-Bradford Christian Ministry Center worship area of the church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, North Carolina. Listen to a reenactment of Dr. King’s Mountaintop speech by John Hoffler, and then … [Read more...] about 10th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 19
