Downtown Raleigh Alliance's Illuminate Art Walk returns to Downtown Raleigh from December 1, 2023, to January 5, 2024. Each night it will shine starting at 4:45 p.m. Illuminate Art Walk will include more than 12 large-scale, interactive, light-based art pieces from local, regional and international artists. It will create a holiday light experience that will be available for free every night … [Read more...] about Illuminate Art Walk in Raleigh Starting December 1
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Joel Lane Museum House: Christmas Open House
Joel Lane Museum House, 160 S Saint Marys St, Raleigh, will host its annual Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The family-friendly event is free to attend but donations are appreciated. Come and walk through the historic Joel Lane house - the oldest house in Raleigh - and talk to costumed re-enactors and volunteers. There will be kids crafts … [Read more...] about Joel Lane Museum House: Christmas Open House
Lighting of Wake Forest and more Christmas events
The Town of Wake Forest is home to many festive events throughout the holiday season in 2022. Here are a couple of Christmas events. They are free unless noted otherwise. Find details on these events and more on the Christmas in Wake Forest Facebook page. Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Christmas ConcertThursday, November 30, 20237 p.m.Binkley Chapel, 120 S Wingate … [Read more...] about Lighting of Wake Forest and more Christmas events
Wendell Wonderland Dec 1
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Wendell. Make sure to check out Lake Myra Lights while you're there! This is a free event. The event features: Please bring new, unwrapped toys for children in need up to age 12. There will be multiple donation sites hosted by the Marines for this event. … [Read more...] about Wendell Wonderland Dec 1
Christmas in Apex: Rotary Christmas Parade, Let It Snow, Tree Lighting Ceremony, more…
Celebrate the season in Apex, North Carolina with a full schedule of Christmas events. Apex Tree Lighting The Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place Friday, December 1, 2023, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at The Depot. Join Apex Town Council in downtown Apex as the tree at The Depot is lit! Santa and Mrs. Claus join in on the fun throughout the event. Grab a selfie with Santa! Schedule: Apex … [Read more...] about Christmas in Apex: Rotary Christmas Parade, Let It Snow, Tree Lighting Ceremony, more…
Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 1
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: The photos with Santa and sponsored by Assorted Poppies Photo. Photos with Santa will be $10 per session. All proceeds are being donated to Carolina Boxer Rescue. No preregistration … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 1
First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill Dec 1 — open studios, live music, kids’ activities, more…
Eno Arts Mill is an arts hub in the historic Eno Mill, at 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, in Hillsborough. The space includes both artist studios and a gallery, and is managed by the Orange County Arts Commission. The First Friday of every month, Eno Arts Mill hosts First Fridays to celebrate the new exhibit. The visual art will be combined with poetry, music or other performances. In … [Read more...] about First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill Dec 1 — open studios, live music, kids’ activities, more…
Holidays with the Popes — visit with Santa at the Pope House Museum
Santa will be greeting children at the Pope House Museum, 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, on December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on December 3, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy the house decorated for the holidays, crafts, pop-up gift shop, a visits with Santa. The visit to the Pope House is free, but pictures with Santa cost $45. This includes 5 professionally produced … [Read more...] about Holidays with the Popes — visit with Santa at the Pope House Museum
First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh December 1
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food during its First Friday Gallery Walk. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Each venue sets its own hours, but in general, the walk is from 6 to 9 p.m. Read on for what's going on during Raleigh's First Friday Gallery Walk, but make sure to … [Read more...] about First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh December 1
Tree Lighting and free pictures with Santa at Brier Creek Dec 1 and 2
Brier Creek Commons, at 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, is hosting two special holiday events in the beginning of December. More information here. Tree Lighting On Friday, December 1, 2023, Brier Creek Commons is holding its Tree Lighting ceremony. It will take place at the Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event includes: Letters to Santa Then, come … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting and free pictures with Santa at Brier Creek Dec 1 and 2