Do your last minute shopping at Procrastinator's Paradise Holiday Market on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Healing Green Farms, 2728 NC Hwy 42, Willow Springs, North Carolina. This is a free event presented by The Happy Hippie. Parking is free. In addition to shopping, this event features: Leashed pets welcome. … [Read more...] about Procrastinators Paradise Holiday Market: free pictures with Santa, fossil dig, s’mores…
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The Boulder Garden Grand Opening — The Garden Solstice
The Boulder Garden, at 328 Roney Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a new bouldering gym that combines bouldering, art, community building and environmental activism. The gym includes over 2,000 square feet of climbing terrain, a top-out section and outdoor event space. The Boulder Garden is celebrating its grand opening with Garden Solstice on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to … [Read more...] about The Boulder Garden Grand Opening — The Garden Solstice
Kiwanis Holiday Train at Herman Park in Goldsboro — just $1 a ride
Enjoy a ride on the Kiwanis Holiday Train for just $1 at Goldsboro's Herman Park, 900 Park Avenue, Goldsboro. Goldsboro is about an hour to the southeast of Raleigh, and closer to Clayton, Selma and Smithfield. All ticket sales benefit local nonprofits that advocate for the well-being of children and families. This event was announced on Kiwanis Miniature Train at Herman Park's Facebook … [Read more...] about Kiwanis Holiday Train at Herman Park in Goldsboro — just $1 a ride
Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 21
The Solstice Lantern Walk is an annual event that will take place on the Riverwalk in Hillsborough on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event marks the beginning of the winter season, and the longest night of the year. The walk starts at Eno River Farmers Market Pavilion, and then proceeds along the River Walk, back to downtown Hillsborough. It's free to participate … [Read more...] about Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 21
Eager Explorers: Preschool Nature Classes at Wilkerson Nature Preserve in Raleigh (and more)
A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve, at 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh, offers many planned activities for adults and kids to explore nature, get exercise and learn about the world. Some of these activities have a cost and some are free. Follow the links to register. To find more planned events at A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve, go to Raleigh Parks' activity search page, put A.L. Wilkerson … [Read more...] about Eager Explorers: Preschool Nature Classes at Wilkerson Nature Preserve in Raleigh (and more)
North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
The North Carolina State Capitol, at One East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is reopening for visits on Monday, July 8, 2024, after a year of renovation. It will be open for free guided and self-guided tours. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Free guided tours are … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
Cary Night Market Dec. 20
The Night Market is back in 2024, popping up in interesting places around the Triangle. Visit Night Market for unique local vendors, as well as music, food and more. Find all the places Night Market is popping up on their website and Facebook page. Make sure to double check the website or Facebook page before heading out, in case the schedule changes. Please note that some of the Night … [Read more...] about Cary Night Market Dec. 20
Free Holiday Concert with North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir
North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir are presenting their 2024 annual holiday concert on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7 p.m. at University United Methodist Church, 105 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC. This concert is free to the public. No RSVP is required. Donations are accepted, but not required. They will be performing traditional carols and modern … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Concert with North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir
Lunar New Year Events with Wake County Public Libraries
Wake County Public Libraries is offering several programs to celebrate the Lunar New Year in 2025. These are free events. Make sure to follow the link for additional details and to register, if required. K-5th Grade Adventures: Lunar New YearThursday, January 16, 20254:30 to 5:15 p.m.Southeast Regional Library908 7th Avenue, Garner, NCFree Read, create, discover and explore through … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Events with Wake County Public Libraries
Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
Bring the whole family to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for FREE Photos with Santa. The photos will take place at Academy Pavilion within Downtown Cary Park. During the holiday season, the park is transformed into a festive paradise, setting the mood for a special meeting with Santa. Please note, due to Santa’s popularity, there may be a wait to meet him … [Read more...] about Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
