Enjoy the cooler temperatures and holiday cheer in December. You’ll find craft markets, holiday celebrations, Santa visits, and more. Plan December 2020 with this list of the top things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas.
We’ve highlighted a few activities and events, but please scroll down for our huge (and we do mean huge) calendar of things to do in the Triangle in December. This calendar will be updated all the time.
We focus on the free and cheap, but we do include some great activities and events that cost a little bit more if we think readers would like to hear about them.
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December in the Triangle — the top things to do
Brand new for 2020 is Nights of Lights, a drive-thru attraction at Dix Park. Make sure to reserve your tickets in advance, as they're subject to selling out
Use our map to guide you to the most spectacular holiday lights in the Triangle -- both ticketed attractions and free light shows by homeowners. You can even add a picture to our map with a new submission form.
Check out our roundup of Menorah lightings and other celebrations.
Several area churches are presenting live nativities that you can view from your car, or by foot.
Shop for unique gifts at one of these holiday markets.