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Free and cheap things to do in the Triangle this week
Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this week? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places in … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a … [Read More...]

Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
This is a growing list of 2025 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide will … [Read More...]
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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 … [Read More...]
State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
Celebrate the holiday season at the North Carolina State Capitol at the State Tree Lighting and a three-day Holiday Open … [Read More...]
Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street UMC Jan. 5
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free … [Read More...]
Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown (Free and all-ages) at Blue Note Grill Dec. 13
The Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown is a FREE New Orleans-style, all-ages celebration on December 13, 2025, from 1 … [Read More...]
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill and beyond, on this list. Events for … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
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, … [Read More...]
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Order a fully cooked Christmas dinner to go in the Triangle in 2025 from restaurants, grocery stores, more…
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else for Christmas and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a … [Read More...]

Hanukkah Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
Looking for fun ways to celebrate the Festival of Lights in the Triangle? Here are some Hanukkah events in the … [Read More...]

Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Ring in 2026 with the kids at these family-friendly Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area celebrations. These events are … [Read More...]

Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
This is a growing list of 2025 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide will … [Read More...]

Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or a festive champagne toast? We've got you covered! There are many … [Read More...]

Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2025
With all the excitement over Santa, sometimes the more sacred or spiritual aspects of Christmas can be … [Read More...]

Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2025
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Make … [Read More...]

Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2025
Shop for gifts at these 2025 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a growing list of … [Read More...]

Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts … [Read More...]

25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
By Jody Mace
You can find Christmas parades in every corner of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and many … [Read More...]

Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
All throughout the Triangle, in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding towns, tree lighting events are marking the beginning … [Read More...]

Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
Looking for free holiday concerts in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? You're in the right … [Read More...]

Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
By Jody Mace
Diners in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area can cross a stress-free Christmas dinner off their holiday wish list. A … [Read More...]

7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
Many people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Triangle always affords several … [Read More...]

