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
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Winter Lantern Walk at N.C. Museum of Art Dec 13
The North Carolina Museum of Art is hosting a Winter Lantern Walk on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. It will take place in the Museum Park. The procession will gather at 5:30 p.m. at the Ellipse. Bring your own homemade lantern. See guidelines, below. The walk is on a paved trail, about 3/4 of a mile long. It's wheelchair-accessible. This is a free event. Look … [Read more...] about Winter Lantern Walk at N.C. Museum of Art Dec 13
Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
Durham Food Hall, at 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is turning into the North Pole on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring the family to Brunch with Santa! The event is free -- just pay for whatever food or drink you'd like. Santa will pose for pictures, at no cost. Just bring your camera or phone to take the pictures. In addition there will be face … [Read more...] about Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry is presenting THIS CHRISTmaS: HBCU Edition on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium, Shaw University, 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this events, kids will receive free toys and haircuts. While supplies last. Last year, over 7,000 toys were distributed at the event, so this is a big event. In this post … [Read more...] about This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, at 1201 Maxwell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Live Nativity event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It's free to attend. You can drive through or park and walk. There will be live animals, including sheep, goats, a donkey and a camel. … [Read more...] about Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1615 E NC Hwy 54, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a Living Nativity on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This is a peaceful, family-friendly experience with live animals, actors and music. … [Read more...] about Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
Meet Henry Cole — Reading and Book Signing Event for Families Dec. 13
Join Bright Horizons for a magical event and celebrate Growing Readers' 25th Anniversary. This free book signing event with Henry Cole takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Bright Horizons Clubhouse, 2500 Highstone Road, Cary, North Carolina. Families and children are invited to enjoy a live read-aloud of Henry Cole's beloved book, BIG BUG, at 10:30 am followed by a … [Read more...] about Meet Henry Cole — Reading and Book Signing Event for Families Dec. 13
Triangle Cinemas hosting free Santa event, including pictures, Christmas movies, more Dec. 13
Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free Meet Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event includes: Kids' snack trays will be available at a discounted rate. … [Read more...] about Triangle Cinemas hosting free Santa event, including pictures, Christmas movies, more Dec. 13
Town of Knightdale Christmas Parade Dec. 13
Knightdale, North Carolina, is in Eastern Wake County, about 10 miles east of Raleigh. The Town of Knightdale is holding two Christmas celebrations in 2025, the tree lighting and the Christmas Parade. Tree Lighting The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, for free pictures, taken … [Read more...] about Town of Knightdale Christmas Parade Dec. 13
Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
Celebrate the holiday season at the North Carolina State Capitol at the State Tree Lighting and a three-day Holiday Open House. Both are free events, and no RSVP is required. State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open HouseThursday, December 11, 20255:30 p.m.1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NCFree Join the State Capitol and Gov. Josh Stein for the annual … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
