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 typically include Menorah lightings, parties, concerts, a Hanukkah market and more. We'll update the list as more events are … [Read more...] about Hanukkah Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
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Chanukah Community Candle Lighting and Potluck Dec. 16 at Kehilla Synagogue in Chapel Hill
Kehilla Synagogue, at 1200 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a Chanukah Community Candle Lighting and Potluck on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 6 p.m. Please email info@kehillahsynagogue.org to RSVP. Celebrate by connecting over a meal, lighting chanukiyot (bring a menorah for your family!), singing, and eating sufganiyot (donuts!) The synagogue is holding a … [Read more...] about Chanukah Community Candle Lighting and Potluck Dec. 16 at Kehilla Synagogue in Chapel Hill
Soapstone United Methodist Church: Drive-through Nativity
Soapstone United Methodist Church, at 12837 Norwood Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting several Christmas events that are open to the community. Here are a few of them: The Music of Christmas ConcertSunday, December 7, 20254 p.m.Free Soapstone's choirs, handbells and instrumental ensembles will be performing. Live Drive-Through NativityMonday, December 15, and Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Soapstone United Methodist Church: Drive-through Nativity
Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2025
With all the excitement over Santa, sometimes the more sacred or spiritual aspects of Christmas can be overshadowed. But several churches always plan wonderful drive-thru or walk-thru live Nativities that are open to the community. We are listing these below, as well as some related performances, which might not be free. Most of these events are free to the community. Some might … [Read more...] about Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2025
Menorah Lighting at Crabtree Valley Mall Dec. 15
Celebrate Chanukah at the Menorah Lighting at Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. This free event is presented by Chabad of Raleigh and takes place on the second floor near Abercrombie. The event includes donuts, songs, lighting the Menorah and more. … [Read more...] about Menorah Lighting at Crabtree Valley Mall Dec. 15
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
The Town of Carrboro is planning their MLK Day event on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. Activities include: Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by submitting a poem to be a part of our Dr. Martin Luther King Day Youth Poetry Exhibition. Elementary, Middle and High School students in Orange … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2025
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Make sure to bring your camera. At most of these, you take your own pictures, but at some, professional photographers take the pictures. Note: You have to sign up ahead of time for some of these events. Know of other free photo ops with Santa? Email me at … [Read more...] about Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2025
Santa at Garner Tractor Supply Farmers’ Market Dec. 13-14
Santa will be at Tractor Supply Garner Parking Lot, 4255 Veterans Parkway, Garner, North Carolina, for free pictures. Bring your camera to take pictures! Every child will receive a cookie, hot cocoa, and a Nice List Certificate. This event was announced on Facebook. Santa will be there on Saturdays, December 6 and 13, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., and on Sundays, December 7 and 14, 2025, from 10 … [Read more...] about Santa at Garner Tractor Supply Farmers’ Market Dec. 13-14
Christmas Blast at Grove Park Chapel — free dinner, hot cocoa bar, movie, much more on Dec. 14
Grove Park Chapel, 605 Sherron Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Christmas Blast on December 14, 2025, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Everything at this event is free, and it's for the whole family. RSVP is required. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Christmas Blast at Grove Park Chapel — free dinner, hot cocoa bar, movie, much more on Dec. 14
