The 2025 Tree Lighting at North Hills will take place Saturday, November 22, 2025, 4 to 7 p.m., at Main Street at North Hills, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. More details on the Facebook event. 4 to 7 p.m.: 4 to 6 p.m.: The Tree Lighting Ceremony kicks off at 6, led by WRAL News Personalities. Santa will light the tree at 6:15. … [Read more...] about North Hills Tree Lighting on Nov 22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Arts on Market at Southern Village Nov 23
Arts on Market returns to the Southern Village Green, 400 Market Street in Southern Village, Chapel Hill, on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for hand-crafted art and gifts by regional artists, artisans, bakers and makers. The event also features live music. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Arts on Market at Southern Village Nov 23
Duke Promo: Free sub at Harris Teeter Nov. 21 because opponent missed 2 consecutive free throws
Duke fans (or, really, anyone who is hungry) can get a FREE 6-inch sub at Harris Teeter when an opposing team misses two consecutive free throws in the second half of a Duke Men's Basketball home game. The promo is valid only at participating stores in the Triangle market (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and Cary), while supplies last. You need to have a VIC card to get the coupon. That happened … [Read more...] about Duke Promo: Free sub at Harris Teeter Nov. 21 because opponent missed 2 consecutive free throws
“Pay what you can” screening of film, Afloat, at the Varsity Theater in Chapel Hill Nov. 21
Afloat, a short film by NCSU alum Tae Park and Core One Studios Production, is being screened on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are "pay what you can." Owen, in his 20s, returns to his hometown in Wilmington after failing to build a life in New York. Working as a busboy, he wrestles with shame, fear and unresolved trauma. When he discovers an experimental pill that claims to … [Read more...] about “Pay what you can” screening of film, Afloat, at the Varsity Theater in Chapel Hill Nov. 21
FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
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Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting FestiBull of Lights, An Immersive Light Experience, from November 20, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Grand opening weekend is November 20 to 23, and then regular opening is November 26 to January 3, every day except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Hours are 5:30 to 9 p.m. each night. Read … [Read more...] about FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market at Moore Square Nov. 21
The Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at a new location: Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. There will be entertainment, a large vendors market, food and more. There will even be free pictures with Santa! Make sure arrive by 6:15 p.m. to see the tree lighting! Tree Lighting Festivities Live … [Read more...] about Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market at Moore Square Nov. 21
Tree Lighting Celebration at Waverly Place Nov 21
Waverly Place's annual Tree Lighting Celebration takes place Friday, November 21, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Waverly Place is at 317 Colonades Way, Cary. The free event includes: … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Celebration at Waverly Place Nov 21
Free Square Dance Fun Nights with Cary Cross Trailers Nov. 20
Cary Cross Trailers Square and Round Dance Club is offering two FREE Square Dance Fun Nights at Cary First United Methodist Church, Building C, 117 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The classes are on October 23 and November 20, 2025, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a fun way to "try on" square dancing. No experience or partner needed. Dress is casual No traditional square dance attire … [Read more...] about Free Square Dance Fun Nights with Cary Cross Trailers Nov. 20
Village District Holiday Open House Nov. 20: Santa, hot cocoa, music, more…
Shops at Village District, 2068 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosting Village District Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This free event features: As a limited-time offer during the Holiday Open House, customers can shop and earn Holiday Cash (A Village District gift card)! Shoppers who spend $150 or more at Village stores on November 20th from 5:00 … [Read more...] about Village District Holiday Open House Nov. 20: Santa, hot cocoa, music, more…
Tree Lighting Ceremony at William Peace University Nov 19: Free hot chocolate, cookies and photos
The community is invited to the William Peace University Tree Lighting event at 15 E Peace Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event includes performances by the Oakwood Waits carolers and members of the Broughton High School Marching Band. Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies. University president Lynn Morton will … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Ceremony at William Peace University Nov 19: Free hot chocolate, cookies and photos
