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
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Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
The Durham German Market is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a festive, family-friendly event that’s free to attend! Enjoy live German music and browse unique creations from over 90 local artisans. Enjoy warm mulled wine or hot chocolate, as well as bratwurst, pretzels and … [Read more...] about Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
Cary Tree Lighting Ceremony and Victorian Christmas on Dec. 6 (and more holiday events)
The Town of Cary is celebrating the season at their Heart of the Holidays Celebration events. Here are just a few of Cary's holiday events. Photos with Santa Step into a winter wonderland at Downtown Cary Park, and meet Santa. He will be at the Downtown Cary Park Gathering House several times in December. Bring your camera. This is a free event. Please keep in mind that there will be a … [Read more...] about Cary Tree Lighting Ceremony and Victorian Christmas on Dec. 6 (and more holiday events)
Garner Holiday Block Party and Christmas Parade Dec 6
The Town of Garner is celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Block Party on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The party is followed by the Garner Optimist Christmas Parade. The events are all free to enjoy and take place at the Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Holiday Block Party The Garner Holiday Block Party will take place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. It will feature … [Read more...] about Garner Holiday Block Party and Christmas Parade Dec 6
Cary Community Choir’s Dress Rehearsal of Handel’s Messiah Dec 6
Cary Community Choir's Annual Presentation of G.F. Handel's Messiah will take place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., at Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street, Cary. The performance is free, but reservations must be made in advance. There's no cost to reserve your ticket, but donations are appreciated. Reserve tickets here. This concert is extremely popular and will sell out. … [Read more...] about Cary Community Choir’s Dress Rehearsal of Handel’s Messiah Dec 6
Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
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
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
Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting the Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for local art, crafts, jewelry, handmade soaps and much more, while you enjoy music from the Bynum Front Porch Pickers. Also, snack on tasty treats, hot cider and chicken cracker stew. While you're there, enjoy Bynum's … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Smashfest returns to The Scrap Exchange Nov 28 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…
Do you ever feel like smashing things? Or do you NEED to smash things? Head to The Scrap Exchange, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, for SmashFest on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. At this event you[ll be able to let out your frustrations by throwing various breakables against a wall. Enjoy a fun, carnival atmosphere with a large crowd, music, food and other … [Read more...] about Smashfest returns to The Scrap Exchange Nov 28 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…
