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Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel, at 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Holiday Tree Lighting on December 2, 2024, at 6 p.m. Join this AAA Four Diamond property, located on Duke University’s campus, to ring in the holidays with a magical tree lighting ceremony and community celebration. Guests will enjoy delicious hot chocolate as they soak in the cozy ambiance of the property’s … [Read more...] about Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel

Rolesville Christmas Parade Dec 1

The Rolesville Christmas Parade will take place Sunday, December 1, 2024, 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 1

Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1

Enjoy the Christmas Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event that includes: This event is organized by Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina. Look for updates on the organization's Facebook page. … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1

The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend

The annual Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market takes place on Thanksgiving Weekend at NC State Fairgrounds. Specifically, it will be at the Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. This is the Triangle's largest marketplace for arts, crafts, and seasonal favorites.  There will be over 200 exhibitors from all over the Southeast.  Santa at The Christmas … [Read more...] about The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend

A Small Town Family Holiday in Hillsborough Nov. 30: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…

Visit Hillsborough, The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce are presenting A Small Town Family Holiday on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m. This FREE event is a new holiday tradition in Hillsborough. Events will be at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, and the historic courthouse, at 104 E King Street. A Small … [Read more...] about A Small Town Family Holiday in Hillsborough Nov. 30: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…

Free screening of Polar Express at Howell Theatre in Smithfield Nov. 30

The Howell Theatre, at 141 S 3rd Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is presenting a free screening of Polar Express on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 10 a.m. This event is sponsored by Carolina Packers. Bring your friends and family -- you're welcome to wear your pajamas to the show, and celebrate the wonder of Christmas together. … [Read more...] about Free screening of Polar Express at Howell Theatre in Smithfield Nov. 30

Smashfest Returns at The Scrap Exchange Nov 29 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…

Do you ever feel like smashing things? Or do you NEED to smash things? Head to The Scrap Exchange, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, for SmashFest on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 3 to 7 p.m. At this event you[ll be able to let out your frustrations by throwing various breakables against a wall. Enjoy a fun, carnival atmosphere with a large crowd, music, food and other … [Read more...] about Smashfest Returns at The Scrap Exchange Nov 29 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…

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