Capital Marketplace, at 6250 Plantation Center Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Winterfest on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is a free event. RSVPs are not required, but help with planning. All the activities are free, including taking pictures with Santa, the bounce house and face painting. The event includes: All free items are first come, first … [Read more...] about Winterfest at Capital Marketplace on Dec. 14 — free hot chocolate and desserts, and more…
Kids
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill and beyond, on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event. You'll also find some events on this list that, while not specifically designed for kids, are kid-friendly and a great way to spend time with the whole … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown (Free and all-ages) at Blue Note Grill Dec. 13
The Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown is a FREE New Orleans-style, all-ages celebration on December 13, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Blue Note Grill, 709 Washington Street, in Downtown Durham, North Carolina. Come join in! It's just minutes from Durham’s Holiday Parade, which ends at noon. There will be much to enjoy, including: Everyone is also highly encouraged to wear some of those … [Read more...] about Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown (Free and all-ages) at Blue Note Grill Dec. 13
Skywatching at Stagville — Geminid Meteor Shower Dec. 13
Join Historic Stagville and the Morehead Planetarium for meteor viewing on the peak night of the Geminid meteor shower. Stagville, at 5828 Old Oxford Highway, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a skywatching event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. This is a free event, but please RSVP. This outdoor event will take place in the open fields at the Horton Grove entrance of … [Read more...] about Skywatching at Stagville — Geminid Meteor Shower Dec. 13
Winter Lantern Walk at N.C. Museum of Art Dec 13
The North Carolina Museum of Art is hosting a Winter Lantern Walk on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. It will take place in the Museum Park. The procession will gather at 5:30 p.m. at the Ellipse. Bring your own homemade lantern. See guidelines, below. The walk is on a paved trail, about 3/4 of a mile long. It's wheelchair-accessible. This is a free event. Look … [Read more...] about Winter Lantern Walk at N.C. Museum of Art Dec 13
Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
Durham's Holiday Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Holiday Parade will feature floats, mascots, hometown bands, drill teams, schools and community groups, and, of course, Santa. The parade will travel down Main Street, and will conclude with a guest appearance from Santa. Seating is not provided. You're encouraged to bring your own. Check back more … [Read more...] about Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
Durham Food Hall, at 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is turning into the North Pole on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring the family to Brunch with Santa! The event is free -- just pay for whatever food or drink you'd like. Santa will pose for pictures, at no cost. Just bring your camera or phone to take the pictures. In addition there will be face … [Read more...] about Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry is presenting THIS CHRISTmaS: HBCU Edition on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium, Shaw University, 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this events, kids will receive free toys and haircuts. While supplies last. Last year, over 7,000 toys were distributed at the event, so this is a big event. In this post … [Read more...] about This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, at 1201 Maxwell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Live Nativity event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It's free to attend. You can drive through or park and walk. There will be live animals, including sheep, goats, a donkey and a camel. … [Read more...] about Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1615 E NC Hwy 54, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a Living Nativity on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This is a peaceful, family-friendly experience with live animals, actors and music. … [Read more...] about Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
