Kingdom Life Church, 2425 East Garner Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a bike and toy giveaway on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 12 p.m., while supplies last. They made the announcement on their Facebook page. The giveaway is first-come, first-served. Registration will be on site. Donations are very welcome! … [Read more...] about Free Christmas Toy and Bike Giveaway at Kingdom Life Church in Raleigh Dec 13
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Town of Knightdale Christmas Parade Dec. 13
Knightdale, North Carolina, is in Eastern Wake County, about 10 miles east of Raleigh. The Town of Knightdale is holding two Christmas celebrations in 2025, the tree lighting and the Christmas Parade. Tree Lighting The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, for free pictures, taken … [Read more...] about Town of Knightdale Christmas Parade Dec. 13
Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
Celebrate the holiday season at the North Carolina State Capitol at the State Tree Lighting and a three-day Holiday Open House. Both are free events, and no RSVP is required. State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open HouseThursday, December 11, 20255:30 p.m.1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NCFree Join the State Capitol and Gov. Josh Stein for the annual … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 12-13
The 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The event is a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine … [Read more...] about 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 12-13
Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13
Clayton, North Carolina, is in Johnston County, about 18 miles to the southeast of Raleigh. The Clayton Christmas Parade takes place on on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. The Parade Route will also change from prior years in response to the construction start for the new Clayton High School. The Parade assembly area will be on all of Atkinson Street and Main Street from Atkinson to … [Read more...] about Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13
Olde Raleigh Village Holiday Party, with Santa meet and greet Dec. 13
Old Raleigh Village, 3231 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a holiday party on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event is free to attend. Tickets won't be checked but please RSVP to help with planning. The party features: Free items are first come, first served. … [Read more...] about Olde Raleigh Village Holiday Party, with Santa meet and greet Dec. 13
Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade Dec 13
The Annual Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Downtown Cary. The parade will feature bands, mascots, local businesses, community groups and churches. The parade starts on E. Chatham Street at Ward Street, proceeds down E. Chatham to S. Academy Street, turns left onto S. Academy Street and ends at Dry Avenue, in front of the … [Read more...] about Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade Dec 13
Journey to Bethlehem–Walk-through Christmas Drama at Salem Baptist Church in Apex Dec. 11-13
Salem Baptist Church, 1821 N. Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina, is presenting Journey to Bethlehem, a free family event, on December 11 to 13, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Journey to Bethlehem is a walk-through Christmas drama that takes about 40 minutes to complete. Journey to Bethlehem has been a beloved Apex tradition for many years, and now it’s back! Depart on a guided tour through the … [Read more...] about Journey to Bethlehem–Walk-through Christmas Drama at Salem Baptist Church in Apex Dec. 11-13
Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Soulful Holiday Open House is a fun, free holiday event on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is for all ages. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead Dec. 5 and 12
Duke Homestead State Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Christmas by Candlelight on Friday, December 5, and Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets will be available on November 4, 2025. Tickets are $8 per person (plus fees) and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Tickets are free for ages 3 and under. Celebrate an old-fashioned … [Read more...] about Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead Dec. 5 and 12
