On Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. Durham Craft Market is also a special event with … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market Holiday Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 14
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Last Minute Gift Market at The Fruit Dec. 20
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 gifts. Entry is free. The event features: Follow the Facebook event for updates. … [Read more...] about Last Minute Gift Market at The Fruit Dec. 20
The Up Down (Holiday) Market at GeerHouse in Durham on Dec. 13
Celebrate the holidays and shop local at the Up Down (Holiday) Market at GeerHouse, 620 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. 16+ local makers, artists and food creators will come together for this market. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about The Up Down (Holiday) Market at GeerHouse in Durham on Dec. 13
Holidays at Boxyard: pictures with The Grinch Dec. 13
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: pictures with The Grinch Dec. 13
Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell Dec. 13
Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Weld Raleigh, 1020 Hammell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. Wander through an array of local vendors offering crafts, gifts, and seasonal goodies. Take a break to enjoy a meal or treat from local food trucks and soak in the cheerful holiday atmosphere. Whether … [Read more...] about Shop Local Raleigh presents Holidays on Hammell Dec. 13
Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13
Krampus Night Market is a holiday event for adults only (18+) on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will be full of mischief, magic and a little mayhem. Learn more, and see who the vendors will be, on the Facebook event. There will be photo ops with Krampus and Mz. Claws (Stormie Daie.) This market will be … [Read more...] about Krampus Night Market in Durham Central Park Dec. 13
18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 12-13
The 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge 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 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 12-13
Liberty Arts Holiday Hoopla Dec. 13
Liberty Arts, 918 Pearl Street, Durham, NC, is a sculpture studio, foundry, gallery and art space. It serves as an incubator in which artists learn from each other. Liberty Arts offers classes in welding, casting, stone-carving, woodworking, plasma-cutting and ceramics. They are known for their work in iron. Each year they hold a public iron pour in Durham Central Park. In addition, they … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts Holiday Hoopla Dec. 13
Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Soulful Holiday Open House is a fun, free holiday event on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is for all ages. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Friday Nights at Sweetwater Apex on Dec. 12 — live music, vendor market, more…
Enjoy Fridays at Sweetwater Apex, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, on the select Fridays, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This will be a lively evening under the stars, on the lawn, filled with local vendors, live music, wine & beer, and fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and kick back on the all-new event lawn while you browse amazing local goods, sip … [Read more...] about Friday Nights at Sweetwater Apex on Dec. 12 — live music, vendor market, more…
