Shop for gifts at these 2025 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more. Some of the markets are part of festivals, some include live music, Santa visits, or other family activities. Please scroll down for a day-by-day list that's growing every day. Know of more that should … [Read more...] about Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2025
Where to pre-order Easter Brunch or Dinner in the Triangle (plus dine-in options)
Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking? Check out our list of Triangle restaurants and grocery stores where you can order an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. We're limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for around $40 or under, per person. In general, family-style meals cost less per person than individual meals. Make sure to … [Read more...] about Where to pre-order Easter Brunch or Dinner in the Triangle (plus dine-in options)
National Cookie Day Freebies & Deals Dec 4
Thursday, December 4, 2025, is National Cookie Day. Here are some deals for free cookies, or discounts, for National Cookie Day, available in or near the Triangle, or online. Great American Cookies Known for its famous chocolate chip cookie recipe dating back to 1977, Great American Cookies is offering a sweet deal on National Cookie Day. At participating locations on December 4, 2025, … [Read more...] about National Cookie Day Freebies & Deals Dec 4
Send 2 FREE full-size bags of Pepperidge Farm cookies to a friend on Dec. 4
Pepperidge Farm is offering a big freebie for National Cookie Day, December 4, 2025. They're introducing the Pepperidge Farm Holiday Cookie Courier, and kicking it off with FREE cookies. Beginning December 4, 2025, at 9 a.m. ET, head to PepperidgeFarmHoliday.com and send a FREE cookie gram via the Holiday Cookie Courier, while supplies last. Please note that this website goes live on … [Read more...] about Send 2 FREE full-size bags of Pepperidge Farm cookies to a friend on Dec. 4
How to see the Thomas Dambo Trolls at Dix Park (and the rest of North Carolina)
North Carolina has gone troll crazy! Seven trolls by Danish artist Thomas Dambo have come to North Carolina and "troll hunters" are going to see all of them. The seven trolls in North Carolina: Each of these trolls has its own personality and story. Each also has a necklace with a unique symbol on it. Take note of the symbols, because when you find all the symbols you can enter them into a … [Read more...] about How to see the Thomas Dambo Trolls at Dix Park (and the rest of North Carolina)
24th Annual Advent Evening of Jazz at St. Ambrose Dec. 4
St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, 813 Darby Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting their 24th Annual Advent Evening of Jazz on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free concert. All are welcome. Celebrate the holiday season with soulful music performed by the St. Ambrose musicians. … [Read more...] about 24th Annual Advent Evening of Jazz at St. Ambrose Dec. 4
Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
Brier Creek Commons, at 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, is hosting their annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event will include: This is a free event that takes place at the Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower by Men's Wearhouse. … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
You can find Christmas parades in every corner of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and many more towns. Read on to learn about a few of the highly anticipated holiday parades, but then scroll down for a big day-to-day list of Christmas and holiday parades in the Triangle in 2025. The list also includes Solstice lantern walks, and, if announced, will include a Hanukkah … [Read more...] about 25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
Celebrate That Station's Holiday Nights at American Tobacco Campus, 390 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, from December 3 to 5, 2025. This year there will be three nights of celebration. All the events can be found at americantobacco.co/events. The celebration features live music, holiday lights, yard games and more. Enjoy a walk along the river, visit the Durham Selfie Station … [Read more...] about 21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
