Santa will be at Tractor Supply Garner Parking Lot, 4255 Veterans Parkway, Garner, North Carolina, for free pictures. Bring your camera to take pictures! Every child will receive a cookie, hot cocoa, and a Nice List Certificate. This event was announced on Facebook. Santa will be there on Saturdays, December 6 and 13, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., and on Sundays, December 7 and 14, 2025, from 10 … [Read more...] about Santa at Garner Tractor Supply Farmers’ Market Dec. 13-14
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Christmas Blast at Grove Park Chapel — free dinner, hot cocoa bar, movie, much more on Dec. 14
Grove Park Chapel, 605 Sherron Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Christmas Blast on December 14, 2025, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Everything at this event is free, and it's for the whole family. RSVP is required. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Christmas Blast at Grove Park Chapel — free dinner, hot cocoa bar, movie, much more on Dec. 14
Stream “A Charlie Brown Christmas” without a paid subscription, this weekend only
2025 marks the 60th anniversary of A Charlie Brown Christmas. But you will have to take a few extra steps to watch it. The Charlie Brown holiday specials left network TV a few years ago. They moved to Apple TV+, which requires a paid subscription to view much of the programming. Apple has sole rights to the Peanuts series, including the holiday specials, through 2030. This move to a paid … [Read more...] about Stream “A Charlie Brown Christmas” without a paid subscription, this weekend only
Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13-14
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 13-14
Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart Dec. 13 and 14 (reservations recommended)
PetSmart is offering FREE photos of your pet with Santa again! The event takes place at all PetSmart locations in the United States and Canada (excluding PetSmart Groomery locations.) The photo sessions with Santa at PetSmart will be available from 2 to 5 p.m. on December 13 and 14, 2025. (Times might vary by location, however.) Reservations are required and go quickly. Book your session … [Read more...] about Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart Dec. 13 and 14 (reservations recommended)
Moore Square Winterfaire — new 4-day European style Christmas Market and Festival
MAKRS and Raleigh Parks are presenting the first Moore Square Winterfaire from Thursday, December 11, to Sunday, December 14, 2025. The Christmas festival and market takes place at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. This 4-day festival features: Live Music Schedule The music is presented by Oak City Music Collective. Please check their … [Read more...] about Moore Square Winterfaire — new 4-day European style Christmas Market and Festival
9th Annual Chocolatada de Luisito on Dec. 14: Free books, chocolate more!
Artist Studio Project, The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, El Centro Hispano,and The Dominican Association of NC invite you to join them at the 9th Annual La Chocolatada de Luisito. It takes place Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. at The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh North Carolina. This is a free, bilingual, family, holiday storytime event. It … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Chocolatada de Luisito on Dec. 14: Free books, chocolate more!
Apex Chanukah Festival Dec 14: Gelt drop, fire show, free donuts, more…
Chabad of Cary Jewish Center is presenting a free event, Apex Chanukah Festival on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The event takes place at the Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. There's no cost to attend. Enjoy games, crafts and food. The celebration ends with lighting a menorah. Chanukah Wonderland from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Grand Menorah Lighting at 5:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Apex Chanukah Festival Dec 14: Gelt drop, fire show, free donuts, more…
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
ArtCenter’s 17th Annual Elf Market
ArtsCenter is holding its 17th Annual Elf Market at 400 Roberson Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. 60+ vendors from Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and the Triangle area gather to sell handmade goods such as clothing, body products, food items, fine art, children’s toys, ceramic pieces, and jewelry. In addition, the event … [Read more...] about ArtCenter’s 17th Annual Elf Market
