WRAL's First Night Raleigh returns for New Year's Eve 2025, offering a fun, jam-packed way to welcome 2026. Head to Downtown Raleigh on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, for an exciting, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration. The festivities include the Children's Celebration, which starts at 2 p.m., outdoor musical performances at City Plaza in the afternoon, an early New Year's Eve countdown and … [Read more...] about WRAL’s First Night Raleigh — all the details!
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Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Ring in 2026 with the kids at these family-friendly Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area celebrations. These events are either free or very affordable. Make sure to follow the links to get the details. Also, have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap yet? You'll receive one email a day and be in the know. Start 2026 out the cheap way! Looking for a more comprehensive list of New Year's events? … [Read more...] about Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or a festive champagne toast? We've got you covered! There are many wonderful, but pricy, events to ring in the New Year, but we are focusing on more affordable options. New Year's Eve is going to be a lot of fun in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas this year. Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 with one of these … [Read more...] about Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
2nd Annual Holiday Model Train Show at Durham Main Library
Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, Origami, Outer Space and more. The exhibit is brought to us by Little WORLD Charity, and is a 100% volunteer effort. Little World Charity brings joys to kids across the Triangle in … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual Holiday Model Train Show at Durham Main Library
Celebrate Kwanzaa with SpiritHouse South: free photo shoot and more
SpiritHouse South is hosting some Kwanzaa events in 2025. Make sure to follow each link and register if necessary. Kwanzaa Celebration: Family Vision BoardingSaturday, December 27, 202512 to 3 p.m.Cocoa Cinnamon2013 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NCFree (register) Enjoy a fun Kujichagulia (Self Determination) event where families come together to create vision boards that reflect their dreams and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Kwanzaa with SpiritHouse South: free photo shoot and more
Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
The Town of Carrboro is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. The Kwanzaa celebration will honor the rich cultural heritage and enduring spirit of the African American community. This joyous gathering will feature live performances, … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
“A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting "A Christmas Carol" Concert with Brendan White on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This special concert features Grammy Award-winning pianist Brendan White. His program will showcase masterworks by Liszt, Mendelssohn-Hensel, and Tchaikovsky, offering a beautiful and reflective conclusion to the … [Read more...] about “A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
New Year’s Eve Minus the Madness at Flask Cocktail Bar
Flask Cocktail Bar, at 7930 Skyland Ridge Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting New Year's Eve, Minus the Madness. Skip the crowds downtown and relax here! The celebration takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Entry is $20, and includes: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Minus the Madness at Flask Cocktail Bar
New Year’s Eve party at PourWorks (no cover!)
PourWorks, at 900 E Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a New Year's Eve party that won't break the budget! Entry is FREE. It takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Includes: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve party at PourWorks (no cover!)
