Diners in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area can cross a stress-free Christmas dinner off their holiday wish list. A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Eve or Christmas Day menu. Others are open with their regular menu. Most restaurants on this list also offer takeout and delivery. Here are some options at various price points. Make sure to note if the meal is just on … [Read more...] about Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
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Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Taylor's Wine Shop, at 10005 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is continuing a much-loved tradition. On Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, they'll be giving away FREE Country Ham Biscuits. Stop in, exchange seasonal greetings, and enjoy a free tasty treat. They'll be giving them away from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., while supplies last. Parking is available at the little white … [Read more...] about Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
1870 Farm, 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, is offering Holiday on the Farm from November 30 to December 24, 2025, on the following dates: The opening time is 10 a.m. and the final time slot is 3:30 p.m., but time slots are subject to selling out. When you purchase tickets you'll choose from available time slots. Find tickets here. Tickets: If you buy 12 p.m. ticket they are … [Read more...] about Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
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
Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner Dec. 23
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 48th Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event starts at 12 p.m., with the line forming at 11 a.m. Activities for the day will include free toys for children in attendance. They have a ton of bikes to give away. Also, enjoy a free hot turkey & ham dinner … [Read more...] about Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner Dec. 23
Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops, at 801 Bass Pro Lane, Cary, NC, and 201 Cabela Drive, Garner, NC, are hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience. On November 1, 2025, officially kick off the Santa's Wonderland experience with Santa's grand entrance. Santa's Grand Entrance Santa will arrive on a boat at both stores on November 1, 2025, at 5 p.m. There will be a parade, tree lighting, … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops
Halftime Lounge offering a free dinner Dec. 22
Halftime Lounge, at 133 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, announced on Instagram that it's hosting a free dinner for the community on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. No reservations needed. Just come on by. If you'd like to contribute to this or a future event, please contact Halftime Lounge. … [Read more...] about Halftime Lounge offering a free dinner Dec. 22
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
Toy Giveaway with Bull City Chargers Dec. 21
Bull City Chargers, a youth football organization, along with Toys for Tots, is hosting a toy giveaway on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., at 401 N Driver Street, Durham, North Carolina. This event was announced on Facebook. First come, first served for toys. There will also be cookies and hot chocolate to enjoy. … [Read more...] about Toy Giveaway with Bull City Chargers Dec. 21
Menorah Lighting in Morrisville Dec. 21
The Town of Morrisville is hosting a Menorah Lighting on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. It will take place at the Indian Creek Greenway and Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive. This is a free event. Parking will be available at Town Hall (100 Town Hall Drive) and behind the Town Connector building (240 Town Hall Drive). … [Read more...] about Menorah Lighting in Morrisville Dec. 21
