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
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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
North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 16 to 20
North Carolina Zoo is offering a special discount, Jingle in the Jungle, from December 16 to 20, 2024. Admission is just $5 per person. It's normally $15 per person. Hours during these days are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the last entry at 3 p.m. The promotion is available only at the gate and can not be combined with any other offers or discounts. North Carolina Zoo is at 4401 Zoo … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 16 to 20
Christmas in the Groves in Hillsborough: Visit Grinch and Santa, take hayride, more…
Christmas in the Groves, at 3510 NC 86 N, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is a Christmas attraction with a ton to do. Admission to the barn is free, but tickets are required for some of the activities: Schedule … [Read more...] about Christmas in the Groves in Hillsborough: Visit Grinch and Santa, take hayride, more…
Live Nativity Event at Saint Francis United Methodist Church in Cary Dec 17-18
Saint Francis United Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, is presenting a live nativity event for the community on Tuesday, December 17, and Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on the church grounds. The event includes costumed biblical characters with live animals, live Christmas music, hot chocolate, warm cider and cookies. Attendees are invited into our Gathering … [Read more...] about Live Nativity Event at Saint Francis United Methodist Church in Cary Dec 17-18
Christmas Plugged — Synchronized Light Show at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Durham
Every night from November 29, 2024, to January 5, 2025, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, 4109 Guess Road, Durham, is presenting Christmas Plugged -- Synchronized Light Show. Rose of Sharon Baptist Church has decorated the exterior of their church building with about 40,000 LED lights. The light display is synchronized to music for a total of nine songs. The public can view the display … [Read more...] about Christmas Plugged — Synchronized Light Show at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Durham
Soapstone United Methodist Church: Drive-through nativity
Soapstone United Methodist Church, at 12837 Norwood Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting several Christmas events that are free and open to the community. Here are a couple of them: The Music of Christmas ConcertSunday, December 8, 20244 p.m.Free Soapstone's ensembles will be performing, including: Live Drive-Through NativityMonday, December 16, and Tuesday, December 17, 20246:30 … [Read more...] about Soapstone United Methodist Church: Drive-through nativity
