If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else for Christmas, 2024, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Christmas dinners from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant. We're putting together a list of restaurants, grocery stores and caterers in the Triangle where you can order a full-cooked Christmas dinner, with sides, in advance. In many cases, you'll pick up the … [Read more...] about Order a fully cooked Christmas dinner to go in the Triangle in 2024 from restaurants, grocery stores, more…
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
The North Carolina State Capitol, at One East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is reopening for visits on Monday, July 8, 2024, after a year of renovation. It will be open for free guided and self-guided tours. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Free guided tours are … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
Drinksgiving at Mason Jar Lager Co., Nov. 27, more
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events DrinksGiving ft. Bender StreetWednesday, November 27, 20246 p.m.Free Family-friendly event with food trucks and live music. Country Christmas Concert with 2Digh4 … [Read more...] about Drinksgiving at Mason Jar Lager Co., Nov. 27, more
The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 23
This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink, and enjoy some pretty great skyline views too! Enjoy: The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 23, 2024, to January 20, 2025. See specific days below. The cost is $15, and that includes … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 23
North Hills Tree Lighting on Nov 23
The 2024 Christmas at North Hills will take place Saturday, November 23, 2024, 4 to 7 p.m. The address is 4321 Lassiter at North Hills, Raleigh. Event is FREE to the public. Activities include: … [Read more...] about North Hills Tree Lighting on Nov 23
Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market Nov 22 (including free pictures with Santa!)
The Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Lichtin Plaza, at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South Street, Raleigh. There will be entertainment, a large vendors market, food and more. There will even be free pictures with Santa! Tree Lighting Festivities Food and Drink Vendors … [Read more...] about Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market Nov 22 (including free pictures with Santa!)
Hillyer Community Chorus Christmas Concert
Hillyer Community Chorus will present a free Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., at Hillyer Memorial Christian Church, 718 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh. The Choral Christmas Concert with the Hillyer Community Chorus and a chamber orchestra will be a heartwarming evening of music that captures the spirit of the season. This festive event will feature a beautiful … [Read more...] about Hillyer Community Chorus Christmas Concert
Winter Wonderland at Park West Village: train rides, entertainment, Santa, more…
Experience holiday magic at Park West Village's Winter Wonderland from Friday, November 22, to Sunday, November 24, 2024. Park West Village is at 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC. The event takes place: This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Winter Wonderland at Park West Village: train rides, entertainment, Santa, more…
Menorah Lighting in Morrisville Dec. 27
The Town of Morrisville is hosting a Menorah Lighting on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 4 p.m. It will take place at the Indian Creek Greenway and Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive. Parking will be available at Town Hall (100 Town Hall Drive) and behind the Town Connector building (240 Town Hall Drive). … [Read more...] about Menorah Lighting in Morrisville Dec. 27
Holiday Markets at Broken Spoke Farm in Hillsborough Dec. 7-8
Broken Spoke Farm, 5601 St Mary's Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Holiday Market on December 7 and 8, 2024, from 12 p.m. until dusk. This outdoor market features handmade, hand grown and handcrafted work from the community. Look for details on Facebook and Instagram. … [Read more...] about Holiday Markets at Broken Spoke Farm in Hillsborough Dec. 7-8
