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
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
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
Christmas Festival in Smithfield, NC – plus, parade and Santa visits
Celebrate Christmas in Historic Downtown Smithfield, NC, at one of these events. While you're there, make sure to patronize the local businesses. Christmas Festival Christmas Festival Day 1Friday, November 29, 202412 to 7 p.m.Historic Downtown SmithfieldFree Enjoy vendors, entertainment, kids' activities and the tree lighting ceremony, which will take place at 7 p.m. Christmas … [Read more...] about Christmas Festival in Smithfield, NC – plus, parade and Santa visits
Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: Buy a dozen doughnuts, get a dozen for free on 12/12
Krispy Kreme is once again offering its annual Day of the Dozens deal on December 12, 2024. On 12/12 only, order any dozen doughnuts, or a 16-count of Minis, at regular price, and get a dozen Original Glazed for free. Please note that in a previous release Krispy Kreme said that the second dozen was $1, but it's been changed to free. Buy any dozen doughnuts and get a dozen Original … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: Buy a dozen doughnuts, get a dozen for free on 12/12
JC Raulston Arboretum: Garden Story Walk, Scavenger Hunt, more…
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum hosts many … [Read more...] about JC Raulston Arboretum: Garden Story Walk, Scavenger Hunt, more…
Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events
The Town of Cary is presenting several Black History Month programs in February of 2025. Some of the events are free and some are ticketed. Follow the above link to see all the events. We're listing just a few of the events below. Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel BasquiatSaturday, February 22, 202511 a.m.The CaryTickets $5.59 ($3.73 for seniors, students and … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events
Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 13 — Inflatables, trackless train, much more…
Soulful Holiday Open House is a fun, free holiday event on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is for all ages. Holly the Elf will make a special appearance. Activities include: … [Read more...] about Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 13 — Inflatables, trackless train, much more…
How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Friday the 13th doesn’t come around often. It does happen at least once every year, and sometimes more than once. In 2024, it happens twice: September and December. If you miss celebrating Friday the 13th in October you'll have to wait almost a year for the next one, in June of 2025. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky, but it's not all bad. … [Read more...] about How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Campus Dec. 12
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2024. It's planned for six evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors, as well as family activities and entertainment. 2024 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Campus Dec. 12
