Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, is hosting a fall festival on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
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Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
Durham Technical Community College is hosting a Trunk or Treat event at its main campus, 1637 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This free event is for the whole community. It will take place in the Wynn Center (Building 10) on the first floor. Enjoy candy, food, music and more. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by Caroleena and Friends on Friday, October 31, 2025. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a fire performance by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
Nordstrom cardmembers get free photos with Santa
If you are a Nordstrom cardmember you can get FREE pictures with Santa at participating Nordstrom stores. Photo sessions are $40 for those who don't have a Nordstrom card. The sessions include two digital downloads, which you'll receive by email by the end of the day of your photo session. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ups will be available as time permits. Make your advance booking … [Read more...] about Nordstrom cardmembers get free photos with Santa
Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Book Harvest is presenting the Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive Celebration on Monday, January 16, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices, Durham, North Carolina. Book Harvest provides books to children who need them and engages families and communities to promote children’s lifelong literacy and academic success. Drop off your books and then join the celebration, which … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
Centenary United Methodist Church, ata 140 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features inflatables, games, hot dogs, cake walks, crafts, and trunk-or treat. The entire event is totally free. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Families are welcome to float in and out as they like. … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
Trunk or Treat at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 29
Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a trunk or treat on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It's free and all are welcome! There will be a FREE hot dog supper at 5:30 p.m. and the trunks will open at 6:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 29
Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 29
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2100 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Five Points Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. This festival includes live music, hot drinks, trunk or treat, and games. Wear your best costume! … [Read more...] about Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 29
Winterfest at Capital Marketplace on Dec. 14 — free hot chocolate and desserts, and more…
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…
