This holiday season, "weird artists" will be transforming downtown Durham storefronts into holiday displays. Weird Windows is a project by Weird Productions. The displays will be unveiled during Downtown Durham's Tree Lighting Celebration, which is on November 21, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. They will be on display through early January, 2026. In all, storefronts are getting weird-artified! You … [Read more...] about Weird Windows: Artists transform Durham storefronts into holiday displays
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7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
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
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
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
Tons of free meals for Veterans Day, more…
Many businesses thank veterans and active military members by offering them a free meal or other gift on Veterans Day, which is Tuesday, November 11, 2025. If you're a member of the military, please check out this list, and see if there's a deal that you might be able to take advantage of. If you're not a military member, you probably know one. Why not share this information and also thank them … [Read more...] about Tons of free meals for Veterans Day, more…
Veterans Day Ceremony in Apex Nov. 11
Apex American Legion Post 124 has organized a Veterans Day Ceremony for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at the Downtown Service Memorial, at the corner of Saunders Street and North Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. This annual event honors U.S. military personnel who have served in the United States armed forces. Members of Apex public safety, Apex Town Council, and the … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Ceremony in Apex Nov. 11
Veterans Day Observance in Cary
The Town of Cary will hold a Veterans Day Observance on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m., at Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 N. Harrison Ave., Cary. Limited seating is available, but you are encouraged to bring your own lawn chair. The 2025 speaker will be Marine Corps veteran Ron Brigham. A special Field of Flags will be at Veterans Freedom Park in honor of those who have served in … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Observance in Cary
