Bass Pro Shops, at 801 Bass Pro Lane, Cary, NC, and 201 Cabela Drive, Garner, NC, are hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience. On November 7, 2026, officially kick off the Santa's Wonderland experience with Santa's grand entrance. Santa's Grand Entrance Santa will arrive on a boat at both stores on November 7, 2026, at 5 p.m. There will be a parade, tree lighting, and … [Read more...] about Santa arrives at Bass Pro Shops Nov. 7 — free photos start Nov. 8
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The Sound of Giving: Musical Variety Show Fundraiser at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh Nov. 15
The Woman's Club of Raleigh, at 3300 Woman's Club Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting The Sound of Giving: A Music Variety Show Fundraiser on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m., at 3300 Woman's Club Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This show is free, but donations are being collected for UNC Rex Hospital's Food Pantry. The concert features: Also, Santa will be there for … [Read more...] about The Sound of Giving: Musical Variety Show Fundraiser at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh Nov. 15
Annual Holiday Market and Santa Pictures at New Hill Community Center Dec. 12
The 6th Annual Holiday Market with Santa will take place Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Hill Community Center, 3101 New Hill Holleman Road in New Hill. It's free to attend. Guests can browse handmade goods, shop for unique holiday gifts from local artisans, take pictures with Santa. Food, warm drinks, sweet treats will be available for purchase. A raffle will … [Read more...] about Annual Holiday Market and Santa Pictures at New Hill Community Center Dec. 12
Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Nov. 21
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 8 p.m. What to Expect … [Read more...] about Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Nov. 21
Sparkle Night at Parkside Town Commons in Cary Nov 14: train rides, Santa, snow, more…
Parkside Town Commons, 7119 O’Kelly Chapel Road in Cary, is welcoming the season with Sparkle Night on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Rain date is November 15. This event is the start of the Parkside Town Commons holiday season. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Sparkle Night at Parkside Town Commons in Cary Nov 14: train rides, Santa, snow, more…
Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market at Moore Square Nov. 20
The Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. There will be entertainment, a large vendors market, food and more. Typically there are also free pictures with Santa! Check back soon for details. … [Read more...] about Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market at Moore Square Nov. 20
19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 4-5
The 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 4, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Agri Supply Exposition Center at the NC State Fairgrounds, 4825 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The event is a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine … [Read more...] about 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 4-5
An Afternoon with Black Santa on Dec. 20 — free photos, gifts, crafts and food
Kappa Charitable Trust Fund is hosting An Afternoon with Black Santa on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Kappa Center, 750 King Richard Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Santa's Workshop will be going on from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy all of this, as supplies last and time permits: … [Read more...] about An Afternoon with Black Santa on Dec. 20 — free photos, gifts, crafts and food
Free pictures with Santa at Compare Foods of Clayton Dec. 20
Compare Foods of Clayton, 421 E Second Street, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting Santa Claus on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring the kids for free pictures with Santa! There will also be free gifts for the kids! This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Compare Foods of Clayton Dec. 20
Holidays at Boxyard: Christmas magic with Santa Dec. 20
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 p.m. Get family photos with Santa Warren. Make sure to RSVP to reserve your spot with Santa. Small Business Saturday Cozy Winter Market: Shop from 10+ local … [Read more...] about Holidays at Boxyard: Christmas magic with Santa Dec. 20
