On Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., families are invited to the rooftop of The Durham Hotel, 315 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, to meet Santa. Santa on the Roof is a FREE event. Bring your own camera. Stop by the Coffee Bar to pick up a hot cocoa and pastry and then head to the rooftop to take a picture with Santa, overlooking the city! Santa comes from … [Read more...] about Santa on the Roof of The Durham Hotel — free event Dec. 6
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Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market Dec 6
Shop Local Raleigh is hosting Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market on December 6, 2025, at Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina. The market will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can expect handcrafted treasures, artisanal treats, kids' activities, and unique gifts, all while sipping on your favorite festive beverages. Follow the Facebook event and Shop Local … [Read more...] about Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market Dec 6
Garner Holiday Block Party and Christmas Parade Dec 6
The Town of Garner is celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Block Party on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The party is followed by the Garner Optimist Christmas Parade. The events are all free to enjoy and take place at the Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Holiday Block Party The Garner Holiday Block Party will take place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. It will feature … [Read more...] about Garner Holiday Block Party and Christmas Parade Dec 6
Petco: Free pet photos with Santa on Dec. 6
Participating locations of Petco are offering FREE pictures of your pet with Santa on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. To see which locations are participating, input your zip code at stores.petco.com/photos-with-santa. We learned about the Santa visit in a press release, but it has no information about how to reserve a spot, if needed. We recommend calling your closest store to … [Read more...] about Petco: Free pet photos with Santa on Dec. 6
Jingle & Joy Weekend in Hillsborough: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…
Hillsborough, North Carolina, is celebrating the season with the Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend on December 6 and 7, 2025. The festivities on Saturday, December 6, 2025, start at Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, from 3 to 5 p.m., with: At 5 p.m., join the music with the Color and Light Community Choir in a group procession to the Historic … [Read more...] about Jingle & Joy Weekend in Hillsborough: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…
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
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
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
Small Business Saturday and Christmas Tree Sale at Hartwell Nov. 29
Hartwell, at 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Small Business Saturday Market, and Christmas Tree Sale, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Bring your own camera/phone to take FREE pictures with Santa. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday and Christmas Tree Sale at Hartwell Nov. 29
Sundaes with Santa at The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, Fuquay-Varina
The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, 1530 Lafayette Road, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting Sundaes with Santa on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. You pay for your food and drink, and can take pictures with Santa. Please bring an unwrapped toy for Santa and Mrs. Claus' toy drive. There will also be a Santa letter station. Enjoy Bubbles Hotdogs and BBQ, as well as hot … [Read more...] about Sundaes with Santa at The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms, Fuquay-Varina
