Duke Homestead State Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Christmas by Candlelight on Friday, December 5, and Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets will be available on November 4, 2025. Tickets are $8 per person (plus fees) and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Tickets are free for ages 3 and under. Celebrate an old-fashioned … [Read more...] about Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead Dec. 5 and 12
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Nature Tales for Children at North Carolina Botanical Garden
North Carolina Botanical Garden's Display Garden, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, is free to visit. Read on to learn about some upcoming (free or inexpensive) events, as well as about visiting the Display Gardens, Coker Arboretum and Battle Park. Upcoming Events at North Carolina Botanical Garden Please make sure to follow each link below to register (when required.) Also, please take … [Read more...] about Nature Tales for Children at North Carolina Botanical Garden
Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2025
Looking for free holiday concerts in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? You're in the right place! Music is such an important of the holiday season. We're putting together a list of holiday concerts of all kinds throughout the season. Some of the concerts are a part of events like festivals, markets and more, and some are standalone events. Know of more that should … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2025
Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes at Carrboro Century Center
Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes is a free holiday event for kids on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. For kids of all ages! Enjoy some holiday fun, with cookies, crafts, and a children's show. … [Read more...] about Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes at Carrboro Century Center
A Night with Santa — free events with Raleigh Police and Raleigh Parks
Raleigh Police and Raleigh Parks are hosting A Night with Santa. These free events celebrate the magic of the season at Raleigh Parks Recreation Centers. Kids can get pictures with Santa, create crafts, play games, enjoy sweet treats, and more. These events are for children newborn to 12 years old. Holiday pajamas are encouraged but not required! Registration is encouraged: A Night … [Read more...] about A Night with Santa — free events with Raleigh Police and Raleigh Parks
Free Tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery Dec. 11
The 72 acre Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history of more than 140 years. Its park-like setting is the final resting place for over 22,000 people, including many prominent city, state and national leaders. Among the buried here are seven governors, five U. S. Senators, eight North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justices, four Civil War generals … [Read more...] about Free Tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery Dec. 11
Smithfield Christmas Parade Dec. 11
Smithfield, North Carolina, is in Johnston County, about 31 miles to the southeast of Raleigh. Celebrate Christmas in Historic Downtown Smithfield, NC, at one of these events. While you're there, make sure to patronize the local businesses. Christmas Festival Kick Off to Christmas: Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday MarketFriday, November 28, 20253 to 8 p.m.Downtown … [Read more...] about Smithfield Christmas Parade Dec. 11
Menchie’s celebrates Disney’s ‘Percy Jackson’ with free frozen yogurt & toppings Dec. 10
Percy Jackson and froyo fans, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is partnering with Disney to promote the new season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. This is the second season in the popular Percy Jackson series. The much anticipated season premieres on Disney+ and Hulu on December 10, 2025. Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is giving away FREE froyo to celebrate the new season at participating … [Read more...] about Menchie’s celebrates Disney’s ‘Percy Jackson’ with free frozen yogurt & toppings Dec. 10
Winner announced for 4 Tickets to Phillips Farms of Cary’s Walk-Through Christmas Light Show
UPDATE: The contest has ended. The winner is Emily Nel***an. Name obscured for privacy. I've emailed you! Phillips Farms of Cary, 6800 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting one of the best holiday events in the Triangle, and the price is great, too! We're giving away four free tickets to one lucky newsletter subscriber, so keep reading! The Christmas Walk Through takes … [Read more...] about Winner announced for 4 Tickets to Phillips Farms of Cary’s Walk-Through Christmas Light Show
Nighttime in the Neighborhood: PJ Storytime with Fred Rogers Productions Dec. 9
Book Harvest, at 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Nighttime in the Neighborhood: PJ Storytime with Fred Rogers Productions. This free event takes place Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. Register here. Slip into your favorite pajamas and come ready for a special storytime featuring a beloved book from Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, plus exciting surprises … [Read more...] about Nighttime in the Neighborhood: PJ Storytime with Fred Rogers Productions Dec. 9
