Enjoy a train ride with Santa 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. Goldsboro's Polar Express is on a miniature train from 1953! Treats are also $1. The rides take place on seven dates in December, 2021: Saturday, December 4th, 4 to 8 p.m. (during Jingle in … [Read more...] about Goldsboro’s Polar Express — take a train ride with Santa for just $1
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes at Carrboro Century Center
Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes is a free event at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, on Thursday, December 16th, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event includes holiday fun like treats, crafts and a children's show. This is a free event. … [Read more...] about Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes at Carrboro Century Center
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
Winter Wednesdays at Pullen Park: holiday stories, crafts, games, movies, more
Pullen Park will be hosting Winter Wednesdays in December, 2021, featuring free, fun holiday programming. There will be a different theme and activities each week. Registration is required. In addition, enjoy the holiday lights at the park every evening starting around 5 p.m. Registration not required for the lights. Carolers & CraftsDecember 1st, 20212 to 6 p.m.Enjoy an afternoon … [Read more...] about Winter Wednesdays at Pullen Park: holiday stories, crafts, games, movies, more
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
Carols by Glowstick at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Raleigh
Holy Trinity Anglican Church, at 100 E. Peace Street, Raleigh, is presenting Carols by Glowstick on Sunday, December 12th, 2021, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Bring the whole family and sing Christmas carols by the light of hundreds of glow sticks at this free event. The staff will entertain you with skits. Have a family photo taken. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. … [Read more...] about Carols by Glowstick at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Raleigh
The Snowman: Film, plus live music by the Triangle Wind Ensemble
The Triangle Wind Ensemble's holiday concert continues the tradition of screening The Snowman while performing the music live. The 27-minute film shares the story of a young boy who creates a snowman which magically comes to life. Together, the two take a playful journey around the world. The concert, which takes place Sunday, December 12th, at 4 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, … [Read more...] about The Snowman: Film, plus live music by the Triangle Wind Ensemble
Handel’s Messiah at Friendship Baptist Church Dec 12
On Sunday, December 12th, 2021, at 11 a.m., the choir and orchestra of Friendship Baptist Church will present excerpts from Handel's Messiah. Friendship Baptist Church is at 5510 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Handel’s Messiah at Friendship Baptist Church Dec 12
Lowe’s: free hot cocoa, candy canes and festive cookies Dec 11
Lowe's is giving away FREE Holiday House Kits. They're reinventing the traditional gingerbread house with this sweet graham cracker house that you can customize with one of four designs: a city town house, a cabana, a midcentury modern masterpiece, or a traditional house. It comes with all the trimmings that you'll need to customize the house, including graham crackers, icing with … [Read more...] about Lowe’s: free hot cocoa, candy canes and festive cookies Dec 11
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
