Bloomwell Autism Therapy, 2910 Sumner Road, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Cookies & Cocoa with Sensory-Friendly Santa on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Meet Santa, and enjoy crafts, cookies and letters to Santa. This is a sensory-friendly event. Everyone is welcome. … [Read more...] about Cookies & Cocoa with Sensory-Friendly Santa Dec. 17
Community Menorah Lighting with Beth El in Durham Dec. 17
Beth El Synagogue, 1004 Watts Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Menorah Lighting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. The celebration will take place outside. Enjoy the lighting of the giant menorah and enjoy Kosher jelly doughnuts from Krispy Kreme. Register here. Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Community Menorah Lighting with Beth El in Durham Dec. 17
Holiday Lights Open House & Supply Drive at Saving Grace Dec. 17
Saving Grace, 13400 Old Creedmoor Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting Holiday Lights Open House and Supply Drive on December 17, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet adoptable dogs and tour the farm with its holiday decor. Registration is appreciated, but not required for this free event. Donations are appreciated. The food and gift card purchases listed below help dogs needing appetite … [Read more...] about Holiday Lights Open House & Supply Drive at Saving Grace Dec. 17
Live Nativity Event at Saint Francis United Methodist Church in Cary Dec 16-17
Saint Francis United Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, is presenting a live nativity event for the community on Tuesday, December 16, and Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on the church grounds. It's free to attend. The event includes costumed biblical characters with live animals, live Christmas music, hot chocolate, warm cider and cookies. Attendees are … [Read more...] about Live Nativity Event at Saint Francis United Methodist Church in Cary Dec 16-17
Raleigh Drum Circle at Method Park on Wednesdays (indoors)
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Method Road Park in Raleigh, indoors. It's not taking place … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle at Method Park on Wednesdays (indoors)
Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Method Road Park (indoors)
Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Method Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. This class is for all levels, including beginners. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Follow the Acro Yoga @ Pullen Park group on Facebook to keep up to date on plans. If the event is canceled … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Method Road Park (indoors)
Duke Chapel by Candlelight: Christmas Open House Dec. 17 (and more)
Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, is often filled with music, and much of the time it's available for the public to listen to, for free. During weekdays, there is typically a 15-minute Carillon recital at 5 p.m. Events at Duke Chapel See all upcoming events on the Duke University Chapel website. Here's some of what's coming up: Duke Chapel by Candlelight: Christmas … [Read more...] about Duke Chapel by Candlelight: Christmas Open House Dec. 17 (and more)
Menorah lighting in Fenton Dec. 17 (and more Hanukkah events in Cary)
Hanukkah starts the evening of Wednesday, December 14, 2025, and lasts eight days and nights. Traditional foods on Hanukkah are latkes (potato pancakes), jelly donuts and gelt (chocolate coins.) Menorah Lighting at Downtown Cary Park and Cary Arts Center Celebrate Hanukkah at the Hanukkah Menorah Lighting on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 326 S … [Read more...] about Menorah lighting in Fenton Dec. 17 (and more Hanukkah events in Cary)
Holiday Music at the Durham Hotel — free for all to enjoy
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you're not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside. Read on to learn about holiday music on the heated rooftop and in the coffee bar. All of these performances are free and open to everyone. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook … [Read more...] about Holiday Music at the Durham Hotel — free for all to enjoy
The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
The Classical Concerts -- a concert series created by Dr. Anthony C. Lee -- is presenting their second chamber concert on January 18, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Saint Francis Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, North Carolina. All ages are invited, with a suggested donation of $15 per person or $30 per family. The concert features Ardora Trio. Violinist Jessica Ryou, cellist … [Read more...] about The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
