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 November 4, 2025. Tickets are $8 per person (plus fees) and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Tickets are free for ages 3 and under. Celebrate an old-fashioned … [Read more...] about Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead Dec. 5 and 12
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Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
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
35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 4
The Town of Clayton is hosting their annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in Downtown Clayton, North Carolina. The 35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting will take place in Downtown Clayton. … [Read more...] about 35th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 4
Breakfast with Mary & Joseph at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 6
Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, at 1201 Maxwell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Breakfast with Mary & Joseph on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 9 a.m. This free event is for children of all ages. Please register so that the church can be sure to have enough materials on hand. Come enjoy a yummy breakfast and hear about when Jesus was born. Kids will sing songs, make … [Read more...] about Breakfast with Mary & Joseph at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 6
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
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Parade will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. Enjoy this festive, entertaining, safe and inclusive community parade to celebrate the winter season. Parade Route This year’s parade route will begin at 501 W Weaver Street in Carrboro and end at the 140 West Franklin Plaza in Chapel Hill. There are four performance zones where groups will stop … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
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 overshadowed. But several churches always plan wonderful drive-thru or walk-thru live Nativities that are open to the community. We are listing these below, as well as some related performances, which might not be free. Most of these events are free to the community. Some might … [Read more...] about Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2025
Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
All throughout the Triangle, in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding towns, tree lighting events are marking the beginning of the holiday season. Scroll down for a big day-by-day list of tree lighting events in the Triangle. We are adding to this list all the time, so keep checking back. There are a few that haven't been announced yet. You can expect to at least get a glimpse of Santa at most … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
Selma Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Dec 2
The Town of Selma welcomes the season with the Selma Christmas Celebration and Parade on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. At 6 p.m., the tree lighting and entertainment will take place at 114 N Raiford Street, Selma, North Carolina. Then at 7 p.m. the parade begins. After the parade there will be a fireworks show. … [Read more...] about Selma Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Dec 2
