UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, most of the events and activities below have been canceled. The only events still happening are photos with Santa in Academy Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the tree lighting at 6 p.m., which you can livestream. Celebrate the holiday season in the brand new Downtown Cary Park! A Gift to Cary Celebration takes place at Downtown Cary Park, 327 South … [Read more...] about Update: A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Affected by the Weather…
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Celebration of Lights in Siler City — music, luminaries, dance, more…
The Celebrations of Lights is a free event at First United Methodist Church, 1101 West Raleigh Street, Siler City, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 6 to 7 p.m. The parking lot opens at 5:45 p.m. The event includes: This event is a fundraiser for Chatham Cares Community Pharmacy. Celebration of Lights is the annual fundraiser for Chatham Cares Community Pharmacy, and … [Read more...] about Celebration of Lights in Siler City — music, luminaries, dance, more…
Better Days Live Music Series at Hartwell in Raleigh
The Better Days Live Music Series' fourth installment takes place Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but a $5 donation is suggested. Starting at 5 p.m., food will be available from Hightop Burger Food Trucks and drinks will be available the Hartwell Bar. The music starts at 6 p.m. Lineup: … [Read more...] about Better Days Live Music Series at Hartwell in Raleigh
Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
The 6th Pop Swap Fest will take place at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this free event, there will be more than 50 local vendors, interactive and engaging art experiences, live music and performances, and more. This is a great chance to get some of your holiday shopping done. … [Read more...] about Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff Nov 18
Ring in the holiday season with the Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on South White Street, in Downtown Wake Forest. This is a free event. Learn about Wake Forest Cares' Holiday Donation Drive and other programs. Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off will feature a number of fun, family-friendly activities: Carolina Hurricanes The … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff Nov 18
HomeGrown-HandMade: Durham, Women, Clay
Two lifelong Durhamites, Delores Farmer and Julie Hinson, are showing their pottery at the pop-up gallery space at 111 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. Home Grown - Hand Made: Durham, Women, Clay will take place from Friday, November 10, to Sunday, November 19, 2023: The gallery space will be open on other days during the week by appointment only. … [Read more...] about HomeGrown-HandMade: Durham, Women, Clay
Reality Ministries Talent Show — free event at DPAC Nov 17
Reality Ministries is an organization in Durham that creates opportunities for people of all abilities. On Thursday, November 16, 2023, the organization is hosting a talent show for people of all abilities at Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are free and are available at the door. An art gallery will be open at 5:30 p.m. and the show will … [Read more...] about Reality Ministries Talent Show — free event at DPAC Nov 17
Snow Much Fun: Winter Carnival at Dix Park (free registration starts Nov 15)
Snow Much Fun is a FREE winter carnival at Dorothea Dix Park's Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 3 to 8 p.m. Although it's free, tickets are required and space is limited. Registration opens November 15, 2023, at 12 p.m. This family-friendly event features indoor and outdoor winter-themed activities: At 3 p.m., Disney's Frozen … [Read more...] about Snow Much Fun: Winter Carnival at Dix Park (free registration starts Nov 15)
Public Sing-Along of The Gondoliers with Durham Savoyards
The Durham Savoyards are hosting a free public sing-along of The Gondoliers on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 2 p.m., at Durham in the IBM Room in the basement of the Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St, Durham, North Carolina. The annual sing-along is a chance for people from the community to sing through the entire score of the upcoming show. You do not have to be a member of the Durham … [Read more...] about Public Sing-Along of The Gondoliers with Durham Savoyards
U.S. Navy Band Commodores in free concert at NCCU Nov 8
The United States Navy Band Commodores will perform in a free concert at North Carolina Central University's New Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. Since 1969, the United States Navy Band Commodores have performed the best of big band jazz music for the naval force and the nation. The 18-member group is known for its … [Read more...] about U.S. Navy Band Commodores in free concert at NCCU Nov 8
