North Carolina Zoo is offering a special discount, Jingle in the Jungle, from December 15 to 19, 2025. Admission is just $5 per person. It's normally $20 at the gate for adults. Hours during these days are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the last entry at 3 p.m. The promotion is available only at the gate and can not be combined with any other offers or discounts. Park and enter at the North … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 15 to 19
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Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
Bring the whole family to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for FREE Photos with Santa in December, 2025. The photos will take place at the Downtown Cary Park Gathering House. During the holiday season, the park is transformed into a festive paradise, setting the mood for a special meeting with Santa. Please note, due to Santa’s popularity, there may be a … [Read more...] about Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
Winter Market — Le Marché de Noël at L’école French International School of Raleigh Dec. 19
L'école French International School of Raleigh, at 5510 Munford Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its 2nd annual Winter Market on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This boutique holiday market offers a curated vendor lineup, as well as: Funds raised help to support the school. … [Read more...] about Winter Market — Le Marché de Noël at L’école French International School of Raleigh Dec. 19
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
Live Nativity at The Reality Center in Durham on Dec. 19
The Reality Center, 916 Lamond Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Live Nativity on Friday, December 19, 2025, at two times: Enjoy the Nativity story. Treats will be outside and in the community room before and after. Reality Ministry fosters friendship among people of all abilities. … [Read more...] about Live Nativity at The Reality Center in Durham on Dec. 19
Toy giveaway at Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center in Hillsborough Dec. 18
Hillsborough police and Orange Rural firefighters are inviting families to a winter wonderland. With help from Santa, police officers and firefighters will distribute toys from 5 to 7 p.m. on December 18, 2025, at the Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center, 501 Rainey Ave., North Carolina. The community center will be transformed into a winter wonderland, with a light display to enjoy through … [Read more...] about Toy giveaway at Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center in Hillsborough Dec. 18
Santa and Mrs. Claus at Morgan Street Food Hall Dec. 18
Morgan Street Food Hall, at 411 West Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, will have two special visitors! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. Bring the family for: … [Read more...] about Santa and Mrs. Claus at Morgan Street Food Hall Dec. 18
Chanukah Celebration at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill Dec. 18
1870 Farm, at 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is adding a Chanukah celebration to its holiday festivities. The Chanukah celebration takes place Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. Admission is $13 per person. Children under 2 years old are admitted for free. Buy tickets here. The celebration includes a menorah lighting, Chanukah crafts and activities, petting and … [Read more...] about Chanukah Celebration at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill Dec. 18
Five Points Christmas Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church Dec. 18
Emmanuel Baptist Church, at 2100 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Five Points Christmas Concert. It will take place Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the Five Points community. This evening of Christmas music will feature vocal, instrumental and choral performances, celebrating the birth of Jesus. Desserts will be served … [Read more...] about Five Points Christmas Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church Dec. 18
Bell Durham Holiday Concerts — free to attend
Bell Durham is a community handbell ensemble in Durham, North Carolina. The group will be presenting several holiday concerts in 2025. The holiday concert, Dreamscapes: The 15-member advanced community ensemble will present a wide variety of music on 6 octaves of handbell and handchimes. Selections will include dreamy favorites such as "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy" (The Nutcracker) and "For … [Read more...] about Bell Durham Holiday Concerts — free to attend
