Chapel Hill Express is presenting a free treat for children ages 2-7 and their parents or guardians. Jingle Bell Express will include story time, hot chocolate, and more surprises on a magical ride through Chapel Hill and Carrboro. It departs from University Place, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, on Friday, December 16th, 2022, at 10 a.m. and returns at 12 p.m. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about Jingle Bell Express in Chapel Hill — free holiday ride for children
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Free Santa visits at Lights on Cedar in Wake Forest
Lights on Cedar is a home Christmas display at 206 W Cedar Avenue, Wake Forest, North Carolina. It's free to visit. You can drive around the block to see it, or park and walk along the side of the street. It will be running from November 25th to December 31st, 2022, from 5 to 10 p.m. each night. On Friday to Sunday, from December 2nd to 23rd, 2022, Santa will be there for FREE pictures … [Read more...] about Free Santa visits at Lights on Cedar in Wake Forest
Athens Drive Christmas Celebration: Movie, photos with Santa, music, free pizza, more!
The Athens Drive Christmas Celebration is a free event for the community. It takes place at Athens Drive Magnet High School, 1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 11th, 2022, starting at 1 p.m. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Athens Drive Christmas Celebration: Movie, photos with Santa, music, free pizza, more!
Free pictures with Santa at Hillsborough Visitors Center Dec 10
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 10th, 2022. Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be costumed interpreters singing Victorian Christmas Carols and sharing the history of Saint Nicholas and the Christmas Tree. Then, starting at noon, Santa and Mrs. … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Hillsborough Visitors Center Dec 10
Silk Hope Ruritan’s Country Christmas — live animals, Santa, hay rides, more
Silk Hope Ruritans is presenting the 3rd Annual Country Christmas Festival. It takes place at Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 10th, 2022, from 2 to 6 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. Admission is free. The event includes: Live animalsBouncy houseCookie decoratingGiveawaysHay rideKiddie train rideStory of … [Read more...] about Silk Hope Ruritan’s Country Christmas — live animals, Santa, hay rides, more
Efland Christmas Parade
The Efland Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, December 10th, 2022, at 10 a.m. The parade line-up will be at 9 a.m. on the gravel drive next to the car wash (at the stop light). The parade will travel from this spot, down Forrest Ave, and end at the Ruritan Club building, 3009 Forrest Avenue, Efland, North Carolina. There will be cookies and hot chocolate at the Ruritan Club … [Read more...] about Efland Christmas Parade
Winter Lights at Cathis Farm returns, with pictures with Santa and Grinch included
Cathis Farm, at 5444 Falcon Road, Lillington, NC, in Harnett County, is about an hour southwest of Raleigh, and closer to spots on the southern part of Wake County. Cathis Farm invites visitors to Winter Lights, a festive event that takes place Fridays and Saturdays from November 25th to December 24th, 2022, as well as Wednesday, December 21st, Thursday, December 22nd, and Monday, December … [Read more...] about Winter Lights at Cathis Farm returns, with pictures with Santa and Grinch included
Free pictures with Santa at The Mayton in Cary Dec 4
Santa Claus is coming to The Mayton, 301 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina! Join him on December 4th, 2022, from 2 to 4 p.m. for photos. Take your holiday portraits in the cozy and festive study near Peck & Plume. This is a free event and is open to the public. Attendees will be responsible for taking their own pictures. … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at The Mayton in Cary Dec 4
Arbolito de la Esperanza Tree Lighting at Diamante Arts & Cultural Center Dec 3
Diamante Arts & Cultural Center is presenting the Arbolito de la Esperanza Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, at 6 p.m., at Diamante Arts & Culture Center, 5104 Western Blvd, Raleigh. The evening includes: Please bring a dish for the potluck and a donation of canned foods or unwrapped toys for families in need. … [Read more...] about Arbolito de la Esperanza Tree Lighting at Diamante Arts & Cultural Center Dec 3
Christmas Tree Lighting Festival at Flowers Plantation
Flowers Plantation, at 42 Flowers Commerce Drive, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting a Christmas Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, from 3 to 6 p.m. This event is free and open to all. It features: Pictures with SantaBagpipersSaxophone playerDessert trucksHot chocolateEggnogFamily craftsLetters to SantaChristmas train rides … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Lighting Festival at Flowers Plantation