Celebrate New Year's Eve in Downtown Fayetteville, NC, at A District New Year's Eve Spectacular. It takes place at Festival Park, 335 Ray Avenue, Fayetteville, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission is free, although VIP tickets are typically available. The event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about A District New Year’s Eve Spectacular in Fayetteville
Music
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery’s New Year-Z Celebration (free!)
ZincHouse Winer & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting New Year-Z, a New Year's Eve celebration, with no cover charge. Age 21+ only. ZincHouse announced this event on Facebook. The party is on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the celebration is from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It will feature a performance by Amazing Lounge … [Read more...] about ZincHouse Winery & Brewery’s New Year-Z Celebration (free!)
Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
The Town of Carrboro is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. The Kwanzaa celebration will honor the rich cultural heritage and enduring spirit of the African American community. This joyous gathering will feature live performances, … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
“A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting "A Christmas Carol" Concert with Brendan White on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This special concert features Grammy Award-winning pianist Brendan White. His program will showcase masterworks by Liszt, Mendelssohn-Hensel, and Tchaikovsky, offering a beautiful and reflective conclusion to the … [Read more...] about “A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Town of Cary, will host its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2025, from 1:30 to 6 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. It's free to attend. Curated by Darrell Stover, Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Enjoy dance, drumming, storytelling and visual arts. … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
Christmas Day at Lapin Bleu: Potluck and jazz
Lapin Bleu, at 106-A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosts frequent events. Christmas Day Lapin Bleu opens at 1 p.m. on December 25, 2025. There will be a potluck starting at 3 p.m., through the evening, and live jazz from Mahalo Jazz at 6 p.m. Announced on Facebook. New Year's Eve It's hosting a New Year's Eve party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. There's … [Read more...] about Christmas Day at Lapin Bleu: Potluck and jazz
Free Christmas Musical, at Grove Park Chapel, plus food and fellowship Dec. 21
Grove Park Chapel, 605 Sherron Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a Christmas Musical: Peace Has Come! The Birth of Jesus on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 6 p.m. Please RSVP here. This is a free event. This powerful evening of music and worship tells the story of Jesus' birth through beautiful choral arrangements and heartfelt soloists. Many have described it as deeply moving, a … [Read more...] about Free Christmas Musical, at Grove Park Chapel, plus food and fellowship Dec. 21
Free TubaChristmas concert in Apex Dec. 21
TubaChristmas is an annual holiday concert that takes place in 270 cities in the United States and several other countries. Founded in 1974 by renowned American tuba artist and teacher, Harvey Phillips, TubaChristmas features traditional Christmas carols arranged for tuba and baritone horn players. It offers low brass players a chance to get together and perform, and a chance for audience … [Read more...] about Free TubaChristmas concert in Apex Dec. 21
Black Nativity Durham December 19-21
Black Nativity Durham, one of the Triangle's favorite Christmas traditions, is returning December 19 to 21, 2025. Produced by Wendell Tabb and co-produced by Xavier Cason, Triangle Performance Ensemble brings to life the concept originally conceived by Langston Hughes. Black Nativity is a soulful, gospel celebration about the birth of Jesus. The production features over 100 singers, dancers … [Read more...] about Black Nativity Durham December 19-21
Aching Back Sunday: Free Holiday Pop Punk Party at Kings Raleigh Dec. 19
Kings, 14 W Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Aching Back Sunday, a Holiday Pop Punk Party, on Friday, December 19, 2205, from 7 to 11:55 p.m. Admission is FREE, but $5 for those under 21. You can expect: … [Read more...] about Aching Back Sunday: Free Holiday Pop Punk Party at Kings Raleigh Dec. 19
