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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

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Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell Dec. 13

Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Weld Raleigh, 1020 Hammell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. Wander through an array of local vendors offering crafts, gifts, and seasonal goodies. Take a break to enjoy a meal or treat from local food trucks and soak in the cheerful holiday atmosphere. Whether … [Read more...] about Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell Dec. 13

Triangle Cinemas hosting free Santa event, including pictures, Christmas movies, more Dec. 13

Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free Meet Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event includes: Kids' snack trays will be available at a discounted rate. … [Read more...] about Triangle Cinemas hosting free Santa event, including pictures, Christmas movies, more Dec. 13

Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13

Krampus Night Market is a holiday event for adults only (18+) on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will be full of mischief, magic and a little mayhem. Learn more, and see who the vendors will be, on the Facebook event. There will be photo ops with Krampus and Mz. Claws (Stormie Daie.) This market will be … [Read more...] about Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13

Drive-thru Live Nativity at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Dec. 12-13

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 2677 NC Hwy 56, Creedmoor, North Carolina, is presenting a Drive-Thru Live Nativity on December 12 and 13, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. each night. Announced on Facebook. This is a free event. This event will feature numerous scenes and almost 200 cast members and live animals. … [Read more...] about Drive-thru Live Nativity at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Dec. 12-13

Olde Raleigh Village Holiday Party, with Santa meet and greet Dec. 13

Old Raleigh Village, 3231 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a holiday party on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event is free to attend. Tickets won't be checked but please RSVP to help with planning. The party features: Free items are first come, first served. … [Read more...] about Olde Raleigh Village Holiday Party, with Santa meet and greet Dec. 13

Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13

Clayton, North Carolina, is in Johnston County, about 18 miles to the southeast of Raleigh. The Clayton Christmas Parade takes place on on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. The Parade Route will also change from prior years in response to the construction start for the new Clayton High School. The Parade assembly area will be on all of Atkinson Street and Main Street from Atkinson to … [Read more...] about Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13

Free Christmas Toy and Bike Giveaway at Kingdom Life Church in Raleigh Dec 13

Kingdom Life Church, 2425 East Garner Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a bike and toy giveaway on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 12 p.m., while supplies last. They made the announcement on their Facebook page. The giveaway is first-come, first-served. Registration will be on site. Donations are very welcome! … [Read more...] about Free Christmas Toy and Bike Giveaway at Kingdom Life Church in Raleigh Dec 13

Toy giveaways, with free food, in Durham and Raleigh Dec 13

Crimey Dealers is presenting toy giveaways in both Durham and Raleigh on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The events will also feature free food for the family, music and a dance competition for kids. Can you donate toys? Contact @crimeytoydrive on Instagram. Attending one of these events? Arrive early! Durham Toy Giveaway Saturday, December 13, 202512 p.m. to 2 p.m.AJ's Cheesecakes2506 … [Read more...] about Toy giveaways, with free food, in Durham and Raleigh Dec 13

Happy Holly Days Parade in Holly Springs Dec 13

Holly Springs North Carolina, is in Southern Wake County, about 20 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. Happy Holly Days Parade will take place in Holly Springs on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. Floats, bands, dancers, decorated vehicles, marching groups and all sorts of entertaining entries travel on Main Street through downtown. … [Read more...] about Happy Holly Days Parade in Holly Springs Dec 13

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