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
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Tree Lighting Ceremony at William Peace University Nov 19: Free hot chocolate, cookies and photos
The community is invited to the William Peace University Tree Lighting event at 15 E Peace Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event includes performances by the Oakwood Waits carolers and members of the Broughton High School Marching Band. Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies. University president Lynn Morton will … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Ceremony at William Peace University Nov 19: Free hot chocolate, cookies and photos
Free Holiday Tastings with Umbrella Dry Bar
The Umbrella Dry Bar offers the experience of a craft cocktail bar and retail bottle shop -- without the alcohol. They have a bottle shop within the Self Care Marketplace, 12 W. Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Umbrella Dry Bar is hosting free tastings this holiday season. Please follow each link for more information and to RSVP. Artet TastingSaturday, November 8, 202512 to 3 … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Tastings with Umbrella Dry Bar
Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno Dec. 14
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno, 5101 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a free event and no registration is required. Come on out and enjoy historic holiday decorations, festive music, and holiday crafts from yesteryear. … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno Dec. 14
Candlelit Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth Dec. 21
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Winter Solstice Candlelit Labyrinth Walk on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 5 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. Enjoy hot chocolate with marshmallows after your walk. The labyrinth is also open to the public year-round for meditative self-guided walks. Learn about this labyrinth and 8 … [Read more...] about Candlelit Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth Dec. 21
Cookies & Crafts with Santa at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 17, including free pictures
Enjoy a festive afternoon of fun and creativity with Santa Claus at JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. This is a free event and registration is not required. Start with a steaming cup of complimentary hot chocolate, then explore holiday coloring, face painting and cookie-decorating stations, where creativity shines for … [Read more...] about Cookies & Crafts with Santa at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 17, including free pictures
Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 20
The Solstice Lantern Walk is an annual event that will take place on the Riverwalk in Hillsborough on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event marks the beginning of the winter season, and the longest night of the year. The walk starts at Eno River Farmers Market Pavilion, and then proceeds along the River Walk, back to downtown Hillsborough. It's free to participate … [Read more...] about Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 20
Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham’s Annual Christmas Concert Dec. 13
The Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham is presenting their annual Christmas concert, O Holy Night: Darkness Into Light, on Sunday, December 13, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 215 N Church Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. This holiday season, the 36 voices of the Vocal Arts Ensemble invite you to a winter concert that … [Read more...] about Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham’s Annual Christmas Concert Dec. 13
The Magick Makers Winter Solstice Faire at Durham Central Park
The Magick Makers' Winter Solstice Market will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event will feature: … [Read more...] about The Magick Makers Winter Solstice Faire at Durham Central Park
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
