Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at the Magical Meet & Greet with Santa at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, North Carolina. This free event takes place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a free photo with Santa. You're encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. Also, enjoy a free hot cocoa bar and explore a special … [Read more...] about A Magical Meet & Greet with Santa at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel Dec. 12
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Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14-15
The Mordecai House, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, is the oldest house in Raleigh on its original location. It was build in 1785. Other structures, including the cure barn, the Ellen Mordecai Garden, St. Mark's Chapel, and more, were built in the 1800s. Normally tickets for tours are $7 for adults, and $4 for seniors and youth, with children 6 and under admitted for free. Mordecai Historic Park … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 14-15
Christmas Festival in Smithfield, NC – plus, parade and Santa visits
Celebrate Christmas in Historic Downtown Smithfield, NC, at one of these events. While you're there, make sure to patronize the local businesses. Christmas Festival Christmas Festival Day 1Friday, November 29, 202412 to 7 p.m.Historic Downtown SmithfieldFree Enjoy vendors, entertainment, kids' activities and the tree lighting ceremony, which will take place at 7 p.m. Christmas … [Read more...] about Christmas Festival in Smithfield, NC – plus, parade and Santa visits
Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 13 — Inflatables, trackless train, much more…
Soulful Holiday Open House is a fun, free holiday event on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is for all ages. Holly the Elf will make a special appearance. Activities include: … [Read more...] about Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 13 — Inflatables, trackless train, much more…
How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Friday the 13th doesn’t come around often. It does happen at least once every year, and sometimes more than once. In 2024, it happens twice: September and December. If you miss celebrating Friday the 13th in October you'll have to wait almost a year for the next one, in June of 2025. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky, but it's not all bad. … [Read more...] about How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2024
Looking for free holiday concerts in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? You're in the right place! Music is such an important of the holiday season. We're putting together a list of holiday concerts of all kinds throughout the season. Some of the concerts are a part of events like festivals, markets and more, and some are standalone events. Know of more that should … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2024
Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2024
Shop for gifts at these 2023 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more. Please scroll down for a day-by-day list that's growing every day. Know of more that should be on this list? Please email us at jody@triangleonthecheap.com. Please include a link to where it's listed. We'll see … [Read more...] about Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2024
Big List of Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2024
With all the excitement over Santa, sometimes the more sacred or spiritual aspects of Christmas can be overshadowed. But several churches always plan wonderful drive-thru or walk-thru live Nativities that are open to the community. Most of these events are free to the community. Some might require pre-registration. If you know of others that should be added, please email … [Read more...] about Big List of Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2024
Piper Lights: Free Drive-thru Lights Display in Wake Forest
One of the most spectacular Christmas light displays in the Triangle is in Wake Forest. Piper Lights is the project of a family who really loves Christmas. They're at 5725 Fixit Shop Road, Wake Forest. The display includes 7 acres of lights. This is a free, dirve-thru attraction. Make sure to check Piper Lights' Facebook page for updates and schedule changes. Weather can affect the … [Read more...] about Piper Lights: Free Drive-thru Lights Display in Wake Forest
24 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
You can find Christmas parades in every corner of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and many more towns. Read on to learn about a few of the highly anticipated holiday parades, but then scroll down for a big day-to-day list of Christmas and holiday parades in the Triangle in 2024. The list also includes Solstice lantern walks, a Hanukkah parade, and, if announced, a … [Read more...] about 24 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
