The Durham Fire Department is hosting the 5th Annual Toys and Books for Rides on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Durham Central Park is a new location for this popular event. Bring an unwrapped toy or book, and get a free ride in a fire truck! This is a chance to give back, while enjoying a unique experience. … [Read more...] about Donate a toy or book and get a ride on a Durham Fire Department fire truck Dec. 7
Handmade Hanukkah Market at Temple Beth Or in Raleigh Dec 7
Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Rd., Raleigh, is hosting Handmade Hanukkah Market on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's free to attend. Jewish artisans will be displaying and selling their work, ranging in style from textiles and photography to jewelry, pottery and much more. Work will be available in a wide range of prices. Shop local, support your community and find … [Read more...] about Handmade Hanukkah Market at Temple Beth Or in Raleigh Dec 7
Rolesville Christmas Parade Dec 7
The Rolesville Christmas Parade will take place Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The parade lineup begins at 12:30 p.m. at Thales Academy, behind the police station. The parade itself starts at 2 p.m. The parade will start at Thales Academy, will move up Storage Drive to Main St., turn left onto Main Street then right onto E. Young St., and ending at Rolesville Baptist … [Read more...] about Rolesville Christmas Parade Dec 7
Toys From Teens: Free toys and a visit with Santa Dec. 6
The Raleigh Youth Council is hosting the annual Toys From Teens event for families with children from birth to 12 years old. This is a free event. This free event takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. No registration is required. The event features: Children must be present to … [Read more...] about Toys From Teens: Free toys and a visit with Santa Dec. 6
Where to get a picture of your dog with Santa in the Triangle — a day-by-day list
Looking for the perfect picture of your dog with Santa? Look no further! We are keeping a running list of places to get your dog's picture taken with Santa. Keep checking back for more. … [Read more...] about Where to get a picture of your dog with Santa in the Triangle — a day-by-day list
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Parade will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. Enjoy this festive, entertaining, safe and inclusive community parade to celebrate the winter season. Parade Route This year’s parade route will begin at 501 W Weaver Street in Carrboro and end at the 140 West Franklin Plaza in Chapel Hill. There are four performance zones where groups will stop … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. This is a rescheduled date. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 7 p.m. Highlights in the Plaza Food & Beverages … [Read more...] about Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Oddville — An Art Show of the Awesomely Strange Dec. 6
Oddville: An Art Show of the Awesomely Strange will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., at Durham Fruit & Produce, 305 South Dillard Street, Durham, NC. Enjoy strange and interesting art and creations. Come in costume. General admission is $15 plus fees, but you can save money in various ways. See all ticket options here. Follow the Facebook event for … [Read more...] about Oddville — An Art Show of the Awesomely Strange Dec. 6
Take a Walk on the Broadside — The Collective Final Walk in Durham
WUNC presents Take a Walk on The Broadside: The Collective Final Walk. This tour is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, starting at 12 p.m., at Durham Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. The tour is a project of the Broadside, a weekly podcast from WUNC, sharing stories about North Carolin and the crossroads of the South. RSVP is required. This whole loop … [Read more...] about Take a Walk on the Broadside — The Collective Final Walk in Durham
Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary’s Holly Jolly Market Dec. 6
Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary is hosting hosting Holly Jolly Market on December 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It takes place at Northern Wake Fire Station #2, 7045 Stony Hill Drive, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free indoor event. Shop for handmade crafts, jewelry, baked goods, holiday decor, and more. … [Read more...] about Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary’s Holly Jolly Market Dec. 6
