The Annual Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration is back for 2024. It will take place on Thursday, December 26, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham. It's free, but donations are encouraged. Please register here. Celebrate Umoja -- unity, on the first day of Kwanzaa. This is a family event celebrating African descended people, culture … [Read more...] about Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
Kids
Where’s Santa? 6 ways for your kids to track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
Are the kids eager for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa Claus on his flight through the sky on Christmas Eve 2024! If you’re looking for something to do at home, why not make a little magic for the kids and follow Santa Claus on his flight around the world? Here are a few fun ways to “track” Santa and his crew of reindeer. Thanks to Atlanta on the Cheap for the research on … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? 6 ways for your kids to track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
5th Annual NC Disneyana Oct. 4
The 5th Annual NC Disneyana takes place October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Millennium Hotel Durham, 2800 Campus Walk Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. The event features pin trading, vendors selling Disneyana, cosplay, play/trade Lorcana and more. Tickets are $10 for ages 13 and up. Kids 12 and under are admitted for free. Tickets are on sale now. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual NC Disneyana Oct. 4
Holiday Pajama Party for kids at Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh Dec. 22
Raleigh Parks is hosting a Holiday Pajama Party for kids ages 5-12 on Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Please register here. The party features food, a cocoa bar, games, face painting, and a surprise from the North Pole! … [Read more...] about Holiday Pajama Party for kids at Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh Dec. 22
Procrastinators Paradise Holiday Market: free pictures with Santa, fossil dig, s’mores…
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…
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
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
