Triangle Events Calendar

Photo courtesy of Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, 3001 Cameron Boulevard, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a holiday tree lighting ceremony on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 6 p.m. This ... Read More »

Hayti Heritage Center, at 804 Old Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an open house on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. This will be a full-building immersive look ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More »

Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Photo courtesy of JB Duke Hotel 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 ... Read More »

Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

  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: Pet pictures with Santa and Mrs. ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

The Bahama Christmas Parade takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10 a.m., in Bahama, North Carolina. The parade starts at Country Knoll Road and Bahama Road, and continues to the Bahama Ruritan Clubhouse, 8202 Stagville ... Read More »

Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Holidays at Boxyard. Enjoy Santa experiences, the Grinch, markets and more. Holidays at Boxyard November 29, 2025 The Black Santa Experience from 11 a.m. to 3:30 ... Read More »

WUNC presents Take a Walk on The Broadside: The Collective Final Walk. This tour is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, starting at 12 p.m., at Durham Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, ... Read More »

The Patchwork Market features makers and vintage vendors. This market gives the community a chance to meet the makers who create the unique, quality goods. Two large seasonal markets are held at Durham Armory, 220 Foster ... Read More »

Photo: Sarah Coppola Shop local with your Durham neighbors at the Woodlake Handmade Holiday Craft Show. It takes place Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Woodlake Clubhouse, 94 Lakeshore Drive, Durham, ... Read More »

The Durham Fire Department is hosting the 5th Annual Toys and Books for Rides on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Durham Central ... Read More »

The Patchwork Market features makers and vintage vendors. This market gives the community a chance to meet the makers who create the unique, quality goods. Two large seasonal markets are held at Durham Armory, 220 Foster ... Read More »

Photo courtesy of JB Duke Hotel Enjoy a festive afternoon of fun and creativity with Santa Claus at JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 1 to 3 ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More »

Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting several special holiday events. You can see them all here. We are listing a few of them below. All are free ... Read More »

Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More »

Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos If you are a Nordstrom cardmember you can get FREE pictures with Santa at participating Nordstrom stores. Photo sessions are $40 for those who don't have a Nordstrom card. The sessions include two digital ... Read More »

Durham's Holiday Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Holiday Parade will feature floats, mascots, hometown bands, drill teams, schools and community groups, and, of course, Santa. The parade will travel ... Read More »

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 ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos If you are a Nordstrom cardmember you can get FREE pictures with Santa at participating Nordstrom stores. Photo sessions are $40 for those who don't have a Nordstrom card. The sessions include two digital ... Read More »

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting several special holiday events. You can see them all here. We are listing a few of them below. All are free ... Read More »

Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno, 5101 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is ... Read More »

Jewish for Good, 1937 Cornwallis Road, Durham, is celebrating Hanukkah with a Hanukkah Festival. The first of the eight nights of Hanukkah is December 14, 2025. Hanukkah FestivalSunday, December 14, 20252 to 5 p.m.Free Latkes for sale at ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More »

Paradox Opera is hosting a classical open mic night at Huron Stage, 2329 Huron Street, Durham, North Carolina, on December 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This is a free event. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. and ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos Beth El Synagogue, 1004 Watts Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Menorah Lighting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. The celebration will take place outside. Enjoy the lighting of ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. Follow the links below for information on each market ... Read More »

The Reality Center, 916 Lamond Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Live Nativity on Friday, December 19, 2025, at two times: 6 to 6:30 p.m. 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Enjoy the Nativity story. Treats will be outside ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos If you are a Nordstrom cardmember you can get FREE pictures with Santa at participating Nordstrom stores. Photo sessions are $40 for those who don't have a Nordstrom card. The sessions include two digital ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Holidays at Boxyard. Enjoy Santa experiences, the Grinch, markets and more. Holidays at Boxyard November 29, 2025 The Black Santa Experience from 11 a.m. to 3:30 ... Read More »

The Fruit, at 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Last Minute Gift Market on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. Support local artists and crafters while you shop for unique ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos If you are a Nordstrom cardmember you can get FREE pictures with Santa at participating Nordstrom stores. Photo sessions are $40 for those who don't have a Nordstrom card. The sessions include two digital ... Read More »

The Magick Makers' Winter Solstice Market will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event will feature: Magick Makers Marketplace: ... Read More »

Bull City Chargers, a youth football organization, along with Toys for Tots, is hosting a toy giveaway on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., at 401 N Driver Street, Durham, North Carolina. This ... Read More »

Durham Parks & Recreation is leading a Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 2 to 3 p.m. The group of hikers will meet at the Environmental Education ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham Rescue Mission Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 48th Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event starts at 12 p.m., ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More »

Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

SpiritHouse South is hosting some Kwanzaa events in 2025. Make sure to follow each link and register if necessary. Kwanzaa Celebration: Family Vision BoardingSaturday, December 27, 202512 to 3 p.m.Cocoa Cinnamon2013 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NCFree ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting "A Christmas Carol" Concert with Brendan White on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This special concert features Grammy Award-winning pianist ... Read More »

Photo: Depositphotos Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. You can find it listed on the calendar. Come together ... Read More »

SpiritHouse South is hosting some Kwanzaa events in 2025. Make sure to follow each link and register if necessary. Kwanzaa Celebration: Family Vision BoardingSaturday, December 27, 202512 to 3 p.m.Cocoa Cinnamon2013 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NCFree ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More »

Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More »

Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Noon Year's Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025,, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This special New Year's event for children ... Read More »

Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More »

Image: Depositphotos Durham County Library is hosting early New Year's Eve parties so that children can ring in 2026 on a kid-friendly schedule. Read on to learn about each event. Make sure to follow the links ... Read More »

Image: Depositphotos Durham County Library is hosting early New Year's Eve parties so that children can ring in 2026 on a kid-friendly schedule. Read on to learn about each event. Make sure to follow the links ... Read More »