Looking for a Valentine's Day gift but want to avoid the last-minute dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the other towns and cities in the Triangle. Read on to learn about local flowers, local chocolate, local art, and much more. While … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Gifts in the Triangle — shop for truly local, unique gifts
Shopping
Chapel Hill-idays on Franklin Street (including free bikes for kids from ReCYCLEry!)
The last Chapel Hill-day of 2021 takes place Sunday, December 19th, 2021, from 12 to 4 p.m. This holiday market will be on the 400-500 block of West Franklin Street, in Downtown Chapel Hill. This is a great chance to shop from the Downtown Chapel Hill stores, which will be holding special sales. In addition, multiple vendors will be along the sidewalk. The following stores will be open, … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-idays on Franklin Street (including free bikes for kids from ReCYCLEry!)
Community Marketplace in Willow Spring: Merry Market, Christmas movie nights, free bow-making classes
The Community Marketplace, 2728 NC 42 Hwy, Willow Spring, is hosting many events, including a market, outdoor movies, and more. You can find all of their events on their Facebook page. Here are a few that are coming up. Merry Market 2021 Merry Market will take place Saturdays and Sundays from November 20th to December 19th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Shop for fresh-cut … [Read more...] about Community Marketplace in Willow Spring: Merry Market, Christmas movie nights, free bow-making classes
A Very Merry Cary Holiday Market, with free pictures with Santa
Raleigh Night Market is bringing some festive shopping to Cary with A Very Merry Cary Holiday Market on Saturday, December 18th, and Sunday, December 19th, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night. The market will be at the old library site, 310 S. Academy Street, Cary. The market features: Over 30 local artisansFood trucksSanta! Take your own pictures for free. (5 p.m. to 8 p.m. each … [Read more...] about A Very Merry Cary Holiday Market, with free pictures with Santa
Cocoa Cinnamon Holiday Market
Cocoa Cinnamon Old West Durham, at 2627 Hillsborough Road, Durham, is hosting the Cocoa Cinnamon Holiday Market on Thursday, December 16th, 2021, from 5 to 8 p.m. Shop for unique gifts from local makers, including: Blossom & Bone FloralsCassie RoweThe Pollinator ProjectSew F*ckin BeautifulShanique LaShawna CeramicsShow & Tell Concept ShopVenus Wraps In addition, Cocoa Cinnamon … [Read more...] about Cocoa Cinnamon Holiday Market
A Vintage Christmas — Vintage Market Days at NC State Fairgrounds
Vintage Market Days of NC is presenting A Vintage Christmas on December 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2021, in the Jim Graham Building of the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for: Vintage itemsVintage-inspiredArchitectural salvageRepurposed findJewelryClothing All while you enjoy live music and food … [Read more...] about A Vintage Christmas — Vintage Market Days at NC State Fairgrounds
Merry Moore Market at Moore Square four weekends, with children’s activities and free Santa visits
For four weekends this winter, Raleigh Night Market is helping Moore Square, at 200 N. Blount Street, Raleigh, to transform into a festive holiday destination. Merry Moore Market will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on these evenings: Friday, November 19th, 2021Saturday, November 20th, 2021Friday, November 26th, 2021Saturday, November 27th, 2021Friday, December 3rd, 2021Saturday, December … [Read more...] about Merry Moore Market at Moore Square four weekends, with children’s activities and free Santa visits
Garner Night Market, including Garner Tree Lighting, free Santa visit, more…
Garner Night Market, curated by Raleigh Night Market, and brought to you by Oberweis Dairy, will take place in Downtown Garner on the following Fridays, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.: September 24th, 2021October 22nd, 2021November 26th, 2021 Each event will feature over 50 vendors and a monthly rotation of food trucks. This is a family-friendly and dog-friendly event. November 26th … [Read more...] about Garner Night Market, including Garner Tree Lighting, free Santa visit, more…
Southern Wake Holiday Fair, with free pictures with Santa
Southern Wake Academy, at 5108 Old Powell Road, Holly Springs, NC, is holding the Southern Wake Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 4th, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a chance to shop for handmade items, as well as from small businesses. Santa will be there as well, and it's FREE to take your own pictures with him. Food trucks will be on site. In addition, the drama club will be … [Read more...] about Southern Wake Holiday Fair, with free pictures with Santa
ArtCenter’s 15th Annual Elf Market
ArtsCenter is holding its 15th Annual Elf Market at University Place, 201 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, on Saturday, December 4th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. This event raises funds for the ArtsCenter's Youth Education Scholarships. Vendors from Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and the Triangle area gather to sell handmade goods such as clothing, body products, food … [Read more...] about ArtCenter’s 15th Annual Elf Market
