Many people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Triangle always affords several chances to do so. Performances are presented by youth and adult groups, and include both traditional presentations and performances with innovative twists. Included this list are The Nutcracker, which is the full ballet, and The Nutcracker Suite, which is a selection of … [Read more...] about 7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
Holiday
Starbucks: Get a free red holiday cup Nov 13
For many people, it's not truly the holiday season until they are holding one of Starbucks' holiday cups in their hands. Set your calendar: Red Cup Day is upon us! On Thursday, November 13, 2025, buy a handcrafted holiday drink at participating Starbucks stores and you'll get a FREE limited-edition 16-oz. reusable red cup, while supplies last. This is an extremely popular promotion, and the … [Read more...] about Starbucks: Get a free red holiday cup Nov 13
Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members Nov. 13
Triangle's Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is offering free train rides to military service members for Veterans Day. The rides are: Order a free ticket and bring your military ID or copy of your DD214 to the Ticket Office on the day of the event. Guests of the military service member can ride at regular price. The hour-long ride travels on … [Read more...] about Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members Nov. 13
Black Nativity Durham December 19-21
Black Nativity Durham, one of the Triangle's favorite Christmas traditions, is returning December 19 to 21, 2025. Produced by Wendell Tabb and co-produced by Xavier Cason, Triangle Performance Ensemble brings to life the concept originally conceived by Langston Hughes. Black Nativity is a soulful, gospel celebration about the birth of Jesus. The production features over 100 singers, dancers … [Read more...] about Black Nativity Durham December 19-21
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 11 to 6 p.m., at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 11 a.m. and performances start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, food and more. Donated canned foods and toiletry items will be donated to a local … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13
Krampus Night Market is a holiday event for adults only (18+) on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will be full of mischief, magic and a little mayhem. Learn more, and see who the vendors will be, on the Facebook event. There will be photo ops with Krampus and Mz. Claws (Stormie Daie.) This market will be … [Read more...] about Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13
5th Annual Krampus Walk in Durham
Krampus is a not-so-beloved figure in Central European literature. You could say he's Santa's enforcer, or the evil side of Santa. If you want to be a Krampus for a night, or maybe a different Christmas folk monster, gather for the 5th Annual Krampus Walk on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The group will be gathering at the Bull statue at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Krampus Walk in Durham
Let us know about the best Christmas lights in the Triangle! We are updating our map!
We are updating our map of pictures of spectacular Christmas lights in the Triangle! If you have a picture you'd like to be included on the map, please submit it below. If you've submitted before, please still let us know that you'd like to be included again. We can only include it if it's your home, you took it yourself, and if you give us permission, via the form below, to use it. You'll need … [Read more...] about Let us know about the best Christmas lights in the Triangle! We are updating our map!
Brunch with Santa at The Mayton Dec. 7
Santa Claus is coming to The Mayton, 301 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make a reservation for brunch, and as a special holiday treat, all brunch guests will enjoy a complimentary visit and photos with Santa in the cozy study. Bring the family to enjoy Peck & Plume’s à la carte brunch menu. This event is only available to … [Read more...] about Brunch with Santa at The Mayton Dec. 7
Friends of the Durham Library Holiday Bargain Bazaar Nov. 15
Friends of the Durham Library generates funds for Durham County Library by selling books to the public at the Books Among Friends store, 3825 S Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. They hold several sales a year. They've generated over a million dollars for the Durham County Library over the past 40 years. Next up is the Pop-Up Holiday Bargain Bazaar on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Friends of the Durham Library Holiday Bargain Bazaar Nov. 15
