The nearby town of Franklinton, North Carolina, is hosting some great holiday events, and has a fantastic light display set up. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It's about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. The entire downtown is decorated for Christmas including 14 live Christmas trees, a … [Read more...] about Franklinton Christmas Tree Lighting and Market Nov. 29 (and Parade Dec. 4)
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Light Up Main in Garner: Main Street Wonderland and Tree Lighting Nov. 29
Head to Downtown Garner, North Carolina for Light Up Main: Main Street Wonderland and Tree Lighting on Friday, November 29, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m. This is a free event. Highlights include: Santa will be dropping by these locations between 1 and 4 p.m. Bring your camera! Live performances: … [Read more...] about Light Up Main in Garner: Main Street Wonderland and Tree Lighting Nov. 29
The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend
The annual Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market takes place on Thanksgiving Weekend at NC State Fairgrounds. Specifically, it will be at the Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. This is the Triangle's largest marketplace for arts, crafts, and seasonal favorites. There will be over 200 exhibitors from all over the Southeast. Santa at The Christmas … [Read more...] about The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend
Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event in Wake Forest
Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event takes place on November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Graham (upstairs at The Cotton Room), 306 S White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. It's free to attend and features: … [Read more...] about Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event in Wake Forest
Sundaes with Santa at The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, Fuquay-Varina
The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, 1530 Lafayette Road, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting Sundaes with Santa on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. You pay for your food and drink, and can take pictures with Santa. Please bring an unwrapped toy for Santa and Mrs. Claus' toy drive. There will also be a Santa letter station. Enjoy Bubbles Hotdogs and BBQ, as well as hot … [Read more...] about Sundaes with Santa at The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, Fuquay-Varina
Bright Spirits Holiday Market Nov. 29
Bright Spirits Holiday Market is a local artisan market taking place behind MAX JR mini mini mart on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Celebrate Small Business Saturday and get a jump on your holiday shopping by shopping for hand-made crafts. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about Bright Spirits Holiday Market Nov. 29
Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting the Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for local art, crafts, jewelry, handmade soaps and much more, while you enjoy music from the Bynum Front Porch Pickers. Also, snack on tasty treats, hot cider and chicken cracker stew. While you're there, enjoy Bynum's … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Big list of things to do Thanksgiving Weekend 2025 with friends and family
Looking for something to do with friends and family Thanksgiving weekend, 2025? Here is a big list of things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. More will be added! What do you think should be on the list? We've highlighted a few major attractions and fun ideas, but please scroll down for a more comprehensive day-by-day list. Or just jump to the day-by-day list. On Triangle on … [Read more...] about Big list of things to do Thanksgiving Weekend 2025 with friends and family
Restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the Triangle for 2025
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Triangle restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 27, 2025. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away. There are a few takeout options included in this list as well. These restaurants are in all price ranges. We abandoned our … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the Triangle for 2025
51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's held outside at the Mission campus. This event feeds homeless, hungry and needy men, women and children. Doors open at 11 a.m. and dinner starts at 12 p.m. Those in need can enjoy a free hot turkey dinner with all the trimmings, … [Read more...] about 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
