Are the kids eager for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa Claus on his flight through the sky on Christmas Eve 2024! If you’re looking for something to do at home, why not make a little magic for the kids and follow Santa Claus on his flight around the world? Here are a few fun ways to “track” Santa and his crew of reindeer. Thanks to Atlanta on the Cheap for the research on … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? 6 ways for your kids to track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
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5th Annual NC Disneyana Oct. 4
The 5th Annual NC Disneyana takes place October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Doubletree by Hilton, 4810 Page Creek Lane, Durham, North Carolina. The event features pin trading, vendors selling Disneyana, cosplay, play/trade Lorcana and more. Tickets are $10 for ages 13 and up. Kids 12 and under are admitted for free. Tickets are on sale now. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual NC Disneyana Oct. 4
Holiday Pajama Party for kids at Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh Dec. 22
Raleigh Parks is hosting a Holiday Pajama Party for kids ages 5-12 on Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Please register here. The party features food, a cocoa bar, games, face painting, and a surprise from the North Pole! … [Read more...] about Holiday Pajama Party for kids at Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh Dec. 22
Procrastinators Paradise Holiday Market: free pictures with Santa, fossil dig, s’mores…
Do your last minute shopping at Procrastinator's Paradise Holiday Market on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Healing Green Farms, 2728 NC Hwy 42, Willow Springs, North Carolina. This is a free event presented by The Happy Hippie. Parking is free. In addition to shopping, this event features: Leashed pets welcome. … [Read more...] about Procrastinators Paradise Holiday Market: free pictures with Santa, fossil dig, s’mores…
Kiwanis Holiday Train at Herman Park in Goldsboro — just $1 a ride
Enjoy a ride on the Kiwanis Holiday Train for just $1 at Goldsboro's Herman Park, 900 Park Avenue, Goldsboro. Goldsboro is about an hour to the southeast of Raleigh, and closer to Clayton, Selma and Smithfield. All ticket sales benefit local nonprofits that advocate for the well-being of children and families. This event was announced on Kiwanis Miniature Train at Herman Park's Facebook … [Read more...] about Kiwanis Holiday Train at Herman Park in Goldsboro — just $1 a ride
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
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…
