Joel Lane Museum House, 160 S Saint Marys St, Raleigh, will host its annual Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family-friendly event is free to attend but donations are appreciated. The historic Lane house will be open to walk through and decorated for the holidays. There will be costumed volunteers, information about life in the 1700s, and kids … [Read more...] about Joel Lane Museum House: Christmas Open House Dec. 6
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How to see the Thomas Dambo Trolls at Dix Park (and the rest of North Carolina)
North Carolina has gone troll crazy! Seven trolls by Danish artist Thomas Dambo have come to North Carolina and "troll hunters" are going to see all of them. The seven trolls in North Carolina: Each of these trolls has its own personality and story. Each also has a necklace with a unique symbol on it. Take note of the symbols, because when you find all the symbols you can enter them into a … [Read more...] about How to see the Thomas Dambo Trolls at Dix Park (and the rest of North Carolina)
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
Brier Creek Commons, at 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, is hosting their annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event will include: This is a free event that takes place at the Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower by Men's Wearhouse. … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
Celebrate That Station's Holiday Nights at American Tobacco Campus, 390 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, from December 3 to 5, 2025. This year there will be three nights of celebration. All the events can be found at americantobacco.co/events. The celebration features live music, holiday lights, yard games and more. Enjoy a walk along the river, visit the Durham Selfie Station … [Read more...] about 21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 3
JB Duke Hotel, at 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Holiday Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. Join this AAA Four Diamond property, located on Duke University’s campus, to ring in the holidays with a magical tree lighting ceremony and community celebration. Step into a world of holiday magic at the JB Duke Hotel, where twinkling lights, joyful … [Read more...] about Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 3
35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 4
The Town of Clayton is hosting their annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in Downtown Clayton, North Carolina. The 35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting will take place in Downtown Clayton. … [Read more...] about 35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 4
Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 4
The Siler City Christmas Parade takes place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 7 p.m. Festive floats, marching bands, local groups and holiday lights will fill Downtown Siler City with holiday cheer. At the end of the parade, Santa will light the Christmas tree. … [Read more...] about Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 4
Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Wendell. This event takes place on Main Street and Third Streret. Make sure to check out Lake Myra Lights while you're there! This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: Photos provided by Assorted Poppies Photography. Photos are free, but with a suggested donation of $10, benefiting Carolina Boxer Rescue. … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
