The Mebane Christmas Parade will take place Friday, December 5, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m., in Downtown Mebane, North Carolina. This is Alamance County's only nighttime Christmas parade. The parade features over 100 entries, including businesses, churches, school groups and more. The parade starts at the intersection of Second Street and Clay Street. It goes down Clay Street, turns right at Fifth … [Read more...] about Mebane Christmas Parade Dec 5
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Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 6
The Town of Garner is celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, all on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The events are all free to enjoy and take place at the Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Holiday Block Party The Garner Holiday Block Party will take place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. It will feature Holiday kids’ crafts, … [Read more...] about Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 6
Happy Holly Days Parade in Holly Springs Dec 13
Holly Springs North Carolina, is in Southern Wake County, about 20 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. Happy Holly Days Parade will take place in Holly Springs on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. Floats, bands, dancers, decorated vehicles, marching groups and all sorts of entertaining entries travel on Main Street through downtown. … [Read more...] about Happy Holly Days Parade in Holly Springs Dec 13
Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
Durham's Holiday Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Holiday Parade will feature floats, mascots, hometown bands, drill teams, schools and community groups, and, of course, Santa. The parade will travel down Main Street, and will conclude with a guest appearance from Santa. Seating is not provided. You're encouraged to bring your own. Check back more … [Read more...] about Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
Rolesville Christmas Parade Dec 7
The Rolesville Christmas Parade will take place Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The parade lineup begins at 12:30 p.m. at Thales Academy, behind the police station. The parade itself starts at 2 p.m. The parade will start at Thales Academy, will move up Storage Drive to Main St., turn left onto Main Street then right onto E. Young St., and ending at Rolesville Baptist … [Read more...] about Rolesville Christmas Parade Dec 7
Selma Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Dec 2
The Town of Selma welcomes the season with the Selma Christmas Celebration and Parade on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. At 6 p.m., the tree lighting and entertainment will take place at 114 N Raiford Street, Selma, North Carolina. Then at 7 p.m. the parade begins. After the parade there will be a fireworks show. … [Read more...] about Selma Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Dec 2
Christmas in Smithfield: Tree Lighting, parade, Santa’s Workshop
Smithfield, North Carolina, is in Johnston County, about 31 miles to the southeast of Raleigh. Celebrate Christmas in Historic Downtown Smithfield, NC, at one of these events. While you're there, make sure to patronize the local businesses. Christmas Festival Kick Off to Christmas: Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday MarketFriday, November 28, 20253 to 8 p.m.Downtown … [Read more...] about Christmas in Smithfield: Tree Lighting, parade, Santa’s Workshop
Youngsville Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade
The Town of Youngsville, North Carolina, will welcome the season with a Tree Lighting celebration and a Christmas Parade. Youngsville is 22 miles to the north of Raleigh, and just 4 miles from Wake Forest. Tree Lighting Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., the tree lighting ceremony will take place at Luddy Park, 200 Youngsville Blvd, Youngsville, North Carolina. Enjoy an … [Read more...] about Youngsville Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade
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
Franklinton Christmas Tree Lighting, Market and Parade
The nearby town of Franklinton, North Carolina, is hosting some great holiday events, and generally has a fantastic light display set up. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It's about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. Franklinton Tree Lighting and Christmas MarketSaturday, November 29, … [Read more...] about Franklinton Christmas Tree Lighting, Market and Parade
