Celebrate the holidays and shop local at the Up Down (Holiday) Market at GeerHouse, 620 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. 16+ local makers, artists and food creators will come together for this market. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about The Up Down (Holiday) Market at GeerHouse in Durham on Dec. 13
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Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
Durham Food Hall, at 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is turning into the North Pole on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring the family to Brunch with Santa! The event is free -- just pay for whatever food or drink you'd like. Santa will pose for pictures, at no cost. Just bring your camera or phone to take the pictures. In addition there will be face … [Read more...] about Brunch with Santa at Durham Food Hall Dec. 13
North Carolina Executive Mansion Holiday Open House Dec. 11-13
The North Carolina Executive Mansion Holiday Open House takes place Thursday, December 11, through Saturday, December 13, 2025. This is a free event. The North Carolina Executive Mansion is at 200 N Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The Holiday Open House is an annual opportunity to visit the home of our North Carolina First Family and experience the mansion beautifully decorated … [Read more...] about North Carolina Executive Mansion Holiday Open House Dec. 11-13
This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry is presenting THIS CHRISTmaS: HBCU Edition on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium, Shaw University, 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this events, kids will receive free toys and haircuts. While supplies last. Last year, over 7,000 toys were distributed at the event, so this is a big event. In this post … [Read more...] about This Christmas: HBCU Edition — Free toy giveaway and haircuts at Shaw University on Dec. 13
Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, at 1201 Maxwell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Live Nativity event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It's free to attend. You can drive through or park and walk. There will be live animals, including sheep, goats, a donkey and a camel. … [Read more...] about Live Nativity at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 13
Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle (includes free pizza)
Lune Spark Center of Creativity, at 146 West Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina, is hosting a weekly improv show, Funniest Person in the Triangle. Think you’re funny? Prove it! Join us every week through November at Lune Spark for Funniest Person in the Triangle, a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud improv comedy showdown where local comedians and audience members go head-to-head for gift … [Read more...] about Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle (includes free pizza)
5th Annual Krampus Walk in Durham
Krampus is a not-so-beloved figure in Central European literature. You could say he's Santa's enforcer, or the evil side of Santa. If you want to be a Krampus for a night, or maybe a different Christmas folk monster, gather for the 5th Annual Krampus Walk on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The group will be gathering at the Bull statue at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Krampus Walk in Durham
Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1615 E NC Hwy 54, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a Living Nativity on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This is a peaceful, family-friendly experience with live animals, actors and music. … [Read more...] about Christus Victor Lutheran Church’s Living Nativity Dec. 13
Meet Henry Cole — Reading and Book Signing Event for Families Dec. 13
Join Bright Horizons for a magical event and celebrate Growing Readers' 25th Anniversary. This free book signing event with Henry Cole takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Bright Horizons Clubhouse, 2500 Highstone Road, Cary, North Carolina. Families and children are invited to enjoy a live read-aloud of Henry Cole's beloved book, BIG BUG, at 10:30 am followed by a … [Read more...] about Meet Henry Cole — Reading and Book Signing Event for Families Dec. 13
Lowe’s gives away free holiday mug Dec. 13
Lowe’s is celebrating the holidays by giving away a special holiday mug for one day only. On Dec. 13, 2025, Lowe’s is celebrating the holidays by giving away a FREE Holiday Mug at every location, while supplies last — starting at 10 a.m. No purchase necessary. The holiday giveaway is only available for the first 200 MyLowe’s Rewards members at each location. Join MyLowe’s Rewards … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free holiday mug Dec. 13
