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Wendell Wonderland Dec 6

Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 6, 2024, 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 6

Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 6

  Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: Pet pictures are $10 per session, a donation to Carolina Boxer Rescue. … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 6

Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 7

The Town of Garner is celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, all on Saturday, December 7, 2024. 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 p.m. It will feature Holiday kids’ crafts, … [Read more...] about Garner Holiday Block Party, Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting Dec 7

34th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 5

The Town of Clayton is hosting their annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Downtown Clayton, North Carolina. The 34th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting will take place on Main Street from O'Neil Street to Smith Street. … [Read more...] about 34th Annual Christmas Village and Tree Lighting in Clayton Dec 5

Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1

Enjoy the Christmas Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event that includes: This event is organized by Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina. Look for updates on the organization's Facebook page. … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1

The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend

The annual Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market takes place on Thanksgiving Weekend at NC State Fairgrounds. Specifically, it will be at the Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. This is the Triangle's largest marketplace for arts, crafts, and seasonal favorites.  There will be over 200 exhibitors from all over the Southeast.  Santa at The Christmas … [Read more...] about The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend

A Small Town Family Holiday in Hillsborough Nov. 30: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…

Visit Hillsborough, The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce are presenting A Small Town Family Holiday on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m. This FREE event is a new holiday tradition in Hillsborough. Events will be at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, and the historic courthouse, at 104 E King Street. A Small … [Read more...] about A Small Town Family Holiday in Hillsborough Nov. 30: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…

Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops, at 801 Bass Pro Lane, Cary, and 201 Cabela Drive, Garner, are hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience. On November 2, 2024, 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 2, 2024, at 5 p.m. There will be a parade, tree lighting, and … [Read more...] about Free pictures with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

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