St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, 813 Darby Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting their 24th Annual Advent Evening of Jazz on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free concert. All are welcome. Celebrate the holiday season with soulful music performed by the St. Ambrose musicians. … [Read more...] about 24th Annual Advent Evening of Jazz at St. Ambrose Dec. 4
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Dec. 11
Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
Brier Creek Commons, at 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, is hosting their annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event will include: This is a free event that takes place at the Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower by Men's Wearhouse. … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Tree Lighting and Letters to Santa Dec. 5
25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
You can find Christmas parades in every corner of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and many more towns. Read on to learn about a few of the highly anticipated holiday parades, but then scroll down for a big day-to-day list of Christmas and holiday parades in the Triangle in 2025. The list also includes Solstice lantern walks, and, if announced, will include a Hanukkah … [Read more...] about 25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
Celebrate That Station's Holiday Nights at American Tobacco Campus, 390 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, from December 3 to 5, 2025. This year there will be three nights of celebration. All the events can be found at americantobacco.co/events. The celebration features live music, holiday lights, yard games and more. Enjoy a walk along the river, visit the Durham Selfie Station … [Read more...] about 21st Annual American Tobacco Tower Lighting Dec. 3
Grand Menorah Lighting in The Pit at UNC Dec. 3 (rescheduled date)
Celebrate an early Chanukkah with Chabad at UNC/Duke and UNC Chancellor Roberts. The Grand Menorah Lighting will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 12 p.m., in The Pit on the UNC Campus. This is a rescheduled date, due to the rainy weather on December 2. The celebration will also include music, latkes and fresh baked donuts. If you're a student at UNC, this is a chance to enjoy a … [Read more...] about Grand Menorah Lighting in The Pit at UNC Dec. 3 (rescheduled date)
Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 3
JB Duke Hotel, at 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Holiday Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. Join this AAA Four Diamond property, located on Duke University’s campus, to ring in the holidays with a magical tree lighting ceremony and community celebration. Step into a world of holiday magic at the JB Duke Hotel, where twinkling lights, joyful … [Read more...] about Holiday Tree Lighting at JB Duke Hotel Dec. 3
Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 4
The Siler City Christmas Parade takes place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 7 p.m. Festive floats, marching bands, local groups and holiday lights will fill Downtown Siler City with holiday cheer. At the end of the parade, Santa will light the Christmas tree. … [Read more...] about Siler City Christmas Parade Dec 4
Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: Photos provided by Assorted Poppies Photography. Photos are free, but with a suggested donation of $10, benefiting Carolina Boxer Rescue. … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Wendell. This event takes place on Main Street and Third Streret. Make sure to check out Lake Myra Lights while you're there! This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
