The Town of Youngsville will welcome the season with a Tree Lighting celebration and a Christmas Parade. Tree Lighting Friday, December 6, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the tree lighting ceremony will take place in the vicinity of Benchmark Community Bank / S. College Street. Youngsville Christmas Parade The Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Youngsville Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade
Kids
Santa is sending letters in Braille to blind and low-vision children — learn how to request one
The National Federation of the Blind makes sure that blind and low-vision children can get a special letter from Santa too. If you know a children age 10 or under who is blind or has low vision, you can request a letter in Braille from Santa. The form to fill out is here, and the deadline is December 16, 2024. When you fill out the form, you can request a Christmas letter or a Winter … [Read more...] about Santa is sending letters in Braille to blind and low-vision children — learn how to request one
Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2024
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Make sure to bring your camera. At most of these, you take your own pictures, but at some, professional photographers take the pictures. Note: You have to sign up ahead of time for some of these events. Know of other free photo ops with Santa? Email me at … [Read more...] about Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2024
Wendell Wonderland Dec 6
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Wendell. This event takes place on Main Street and Third Streret. Make sure to check out Lake Myra Lights while you're there! This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Wendell Wonderland Dec 6
Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 6
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: Pet pictures are $10 per session, a donation to Carolina Boxer Rescue. … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 6
Free skywatching with Morehead Planetarium at Little River Regional Park Dec. 6
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, December … [Read more...] about Free skywatching with Morehead Planetarium at Little River Regional Park Dec. 6
Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 6
Brier Creek Commons, at 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, is hosting their annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event will include: Santa pictures will be provided while supplies last, and after that you can take your own pictures with Santa. This is a free event that takes place at the Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower by Men's Wearhouse. … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 6
Free Movie Night at Haven Farm: Home Alone 2 on Dec. 6
Pop-Up Carolinas is hosting First Friday Market and Movie Night on the first Friday of every month, through December 6, 2024, at Haven Farm, 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina. These are free, family-friendly events. At each one there will be a local vendor market, outdoor movie, live music, food trucks. The events run from 5 to 9 p.m., with the movie starting at dusk. … [Read more...] about Free Movie Night at Haven Farm: Home Alone 2 on Dec. 6
Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 7
The Town of Garner is celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, all on Saturday, December 7, 2024. 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 p.m. It will feature Holiday kids’ crafts, … [Read more...] about Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 7
Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 5
The Siler City Christmas Parade takes place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 7 p.m. The theme this year is "Songs of the Season." Get FREE photos with Santa right after the parade. … [Read more...] about Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 5
