Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a huge list! Some of these displays are professional operations, but many of them, often synchronized to Christmas music, are put on by regular people, at their own expense, and it takes an incredible amount of time and creativity. So visit and let them know you appreciate it. If … [Read more...] about Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
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Contentnea Fire Department’s Christmas Light Display in Wilson — open on Christmas night
The Contentnea Fire Department, at 4146 NC Highway 42 W, Wilson, North Carolina, presents one of the most impressive Christmas light displays every year, and it's free to visit! it boasts a 60-foot tall tree and over 25,000 lights. The schedule was announced on Contentnea Fire Department's Facebook page. There will be a soft opening for the annual Christmas light display on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Contentnea Fire Department’s Christmas Light Display in Wilson — open on Christmas night
Lake Myra Christmas Lights in Downtown Wendell — open on Christmas
One of the largest and most spectacular Christmas light displays in North Carolina is at 10 S. Cypress St, Wendell, North Carolina, and it's free to visit. Lake Myra Christmas Lights features almost a quarter of a million lights that dance in a synchronized show, with special effects, to holiday music. Lake Myra Christmas Lights will run from November 26 to December 31, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Lake Myra Christmas Lights in Downtown Wendell — open on Christmas
Bars open on Christmas Day in the Triangle
Looking for a bar open on Christmas Day in the Triangle? Maybe you’d like to go have a drink with your out of town guests. Or maybe you need to get away from your guests. Or maybe you don’t have family in town, and would just like to get out of the house and connect with others. No matter the reason, this list should help. We’ve asked around and have put together a list of bars open on … [Read more...] about Bars open on Christmas Day in the Triangle
Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Taylor's Wine Shop, at 10005 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is continuing a much-loved tradition. On Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, they'll be giving away FREE Country Ham Biscuits. Stop in, exchange seasonal greetings, and enjoy a free tasty treat. They'll be giving them away from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., while supplies last. Parking is available at the little white … [Read more...] about Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
1870 Farm, 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, is offering Holiday on the Farm from November 30 to December 24, 2025, on the following dates: The opening time is 10 a.m. and the final time slot is 3:30 p.m., but time slots are subject to selling out. When you purchase tickets you'll choose from available time slots. Find tickets here. Tickets: If you buy 12 p.m. ticket they are … [Read more...] about Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
Two New Year’s Eve Parties at Tap Yard, including one for families
Tap Yard Raleigh, at 1610 Automative Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two New Year's Eve events to welcome in 2026. There's an early event for families, and then one for ages 18+. Mini Midnight Madness Mini Midnight Madness is a family event, to welcome 2026 a little early. It takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy arts and crafts, face … [Read more...] about Two New Year’s Eve Parties at Tap Yard, including one for families
Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
Looking for an early, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration with the family? If you're willing to drive just a bit east, here's one for you! The 3rd Annual Braswell Family Farms New Year's Eve Egg Drop takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Nashville Junction, 723 S Barnes Street, Nashville, North Carolina. This is 45 miles to the northeast of Raleigh, and 23 miles from … [Read more...] about Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
New Year’s Eve Bash at Aviator Hangar Bar, including all-night snack buffet
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Drive, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting a New Year's Eve Bash on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Admission is $18. Purchase tickets here. The event features live music, food, drinks and more: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Bash at Aviator Hangar Bar, including all-night snack buffet
New Year’s Eve Party at West 94th Street Pub in Durham
West 94th Street Pub, at 4711 Hope Valley Road, Suite 6C, Durham, North Carolina (Woodcroft Shopping Center) is hosting a New Year's Eve party. It takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.! It's free to include. There will be a special dinner menu available. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Party at West 94th Street Pub in Durham
