Enjoy a train ride with Santa for just $1 at Goldsboro's Herman Park, 900 Park Avenue, Goldsboro. Goldsboro is about an hour to the southeast of Raleigh, and closer to Clayton, Selma and Smithfield. Goldsboro's Polar Express is on a miniature train from 1953! Treats are also $1. The rides take place on seven dates in December, 2021: Saturday, December 4th, 4 to 8 p.m. (during Jingle in … [Read more...] about Goldsboro’s Polar Express — take a train ride with Santa for just $1
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Southern Wake Holiday Fair, with free pictures with Santa
Southern Wake Academy, at 5108 Old Powell Road, Holly Springs, NC, is holding the Southern Wake Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 4th, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a chance to shop for handmade items, as well as from small businesses. Santa will be there as well, and it's FREE to take your own pictures with him. Food trucks will be on site. In addition, the drama club will be … [Read more...] about Southern Wake Holiday Fair, with free pictures with Santa
High Riders 4-H Horse Club Christmas Open House in Clayton: free horseback rides
The High Riders 4-H Horse Club is holding a free Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 18th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at 12490 Buffalo Road, Clayton. Enjoy: Free horseback rides (riders: max 250 pounds)Take-home crafts for kidsRefreshmentsInformation on 4-H … [Read more...] about High Riders 4-H Horse Club Christmas Open House in Clayton: free horseback rides
Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina
Sadly, Raleigh Parks has made the difficult decision to cancel Holiday Express for 2021, due to staffing issues. So we've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina, and the 2021 status for each (updated as we learn the status.) For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina
Winter Solstice Celebration at Piedmont Wildlife Center
Piedmont Wildlife Center, at Leigh Farm Park. 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, connects people and nature through outdoor camps, school programs and more. They care for a number of animal ambassadors, including snakes, owls, turtles, hawks, rabbits, and more. On Tuesday, December 21st, 2021, Piedmont Wildlife Center is hosting a Winter Solstice Celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a … [Read more...] about Winter Solstice Celebration at Piedmont Wildlife Center
Webb Space Telescope Launch Party at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, has re-opened! Please see the museum's safe re-opening plan. The museum has a special event coming up. Webb Telescope Launch Party Webb Telescope Launch PartySaturday, December 18th, 202110 a.m. to 5 p.m. (3 different sessions)Pay what you can Kidzu is celebrating the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope with an all-day … [Read more...] about Webb Space Telescope Launch Party at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Nov 7 to Dec 24 — reservations required
Bass Pro Shops, at 801 Bass Pro Lane, Cary, and Cabela's, at 201 Cabela Drive, Garner, are hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience. from November 7th to December 24th, 2021. Santa will arrive at November 6th, 2021, with an Arrival Tailgate Party and Parade at both stores. He will arrive via a Tracker Boat at 5 p.m. You're welcome to tailgate prior to his arrival, and enjoy … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Nov 7 to Dec 24 — reservations required
11 Hanukkah Celebrations in the Triangle in 2021
Looking for fun ways to celebrate the Festival of Lights in the Triangle? Here are some Hanukkah events in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area. We are still adding more. Know of an event that should be on the list? Email jody@triangleonthecheap.com and let us know! Events include Menorah lightings, parties, concerts, a Hanukkah market and more. Hanukkah begins the evening of Sunday, … [Read more...] about 11 Hanukkah Celebrations in the Triangle in 2021
Registration begins today for free Santa pictures at Wake Forest Christmas events
The Town of Wake Forest is home to many festive events throughout the holiday season in 2021. Here are a couple of Christmas events. They are free unless noted otherwise. Lighting of Wake ForestFriday, December 3rd, 20216 to 8:30 p.m.Centennial Plaza, Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St.Free Enjoy musical performances by local groups, followed by the lighting of a 26-foot Christmas … [Read more...] about Registration begins today for free Santa pictures at Wake Forest Christmas events
Light the Night Christmas Celebration Drive-Thru Event with Stillwater Ministry
Stillwater Ministry is presenting a free drive-thru Christmas celebration at 1200 Cornwallis Road, Garner, on December 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2021, from 7 to 9 p.m. each night. The event includes Christmas lights and a nativity. Free trolley rides are available by reservation. Please email drama@stillwaterministry.com. … [Read more...] about Light the Night Christmas Celebration Drive-Thru Event with Stillwater Ministry
