Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Noon Year's Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025,, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This special New Year's event for children and their families is included in regular admission, which is $24 for adults, $22 for seniors ages 65+ and military members, $19 for children ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve celebration at Museum of Life + Science (part of regular admission)
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Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Noon Year's Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate the New Year' with crafts, games, music and a special bubble wrap pop. Count down together as the ball drops at noon in Curiosity Square. Noon Year's Eve is included with museum admission: … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Noon Year’s and New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Keep United Skates of America, 2901 Trawick Road, Raleigh, in mind for entertaining the kids over Winter Break, or when planning fun for your out of town guests. United Skates of America has a several special events planned. Here are some New Year's Eve events. Noon Year's Eve Skate with CharactersWednesday, December 31, 202510 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.$20 online, $25 at the door Noon Year’s Eve Skate … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s and New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Noon Year’s Eve Parties at Durham County Library
Durham County Library is hosting early New Year's Eve parties so that children can ring in 2026 on a kid-friendly schedule. Read on to learn about each event. Make sure to follow the links to register if required. Noon Year's Eve Party: A Countdown for KidsWednesday, December 31, 202511:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.East Regional Library211 Lick Creek Lane, Durham, NCFree Party at the library with … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve Parties at Durham County Library
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
Piper Lights: Free Drive-thru Lights Display in Wake Forest
One of the most spectacular Christmas light displays in the Triangle is in Wake Forest. Piper Lights is the project of a family who really loves Christmas. They're at 5725 Fixit Shop Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The display includes 7 acres of lights. This is a free, dirve-thru attraction. Make sure to check Piper Lights' Facebook page for updates and schedule changes. Weather can … [Read more...] about Piper Lights: Free Drive-thru Lights Display in Wake Forest
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
The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink in the heart of Raleigh. The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 22, 2025, to December 28, 2025. Please note that this is earlier than the planned end date, due Keep reading to see the specific … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts seven days, starting December 26th, each one with a focus on a different principle: Day 1. Umoja means unity. Day 2. Kujichagulia means self-determination. Day 3. Ujima means working together. Day 4. Ujamaa means supporting each other. Day 5. Nia means purpose. Day 6. Kuumba means … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
The Town of Carrboro is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. The Kwanzaa celebration will honor the rich cultural heritage and enduring spirit of the African American community. This joyous gathering will feature live performances, … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
