Crossroads Ford Apex ABC11 Raleigh Christmas Parade by Shop Local Raleigh takes place Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. It lasts about 2.5 hours and is 1.4 miles long. Parade Route The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long: How to Watch the Parade If you can't make it to the parade in person, you can also watch on ABC11, starting at 9:30 a.m. Pictures from past Raleigh … [Read more...] about Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
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Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
10 Year Celebration on the Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Aug. 8, more…
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you're not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook page. Upcoming Events in 2025 Toast to Ten: The Durham's 10 Year AnniversaryFriday, August 8, 20252 to 4 p.m.Free At the Coffee … [Read more...] about 10 Year Celebration on the Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Aug. 8, more…
Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
New Hope Valley Railway's very popular holiday attraction, Santa's Reindeer Roundup Express train ride, is returning for 2025, and tickets are on sale now. They are very much subject to selling out. The train yard will be decorated for the holiday season, and the popular “Reindeer Round-up” returns. Kids will be able to find Santa’s missing reindeer along the tracks as they ride on the historic … [Read more...] about Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
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Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting FestiBull of Lights, An Immersive Light Experience, from November 20, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Grand opening weekend is November 20 to 23, and then regular opening is November 26 to January 3, every day except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Hours are 5:30 to 9 p.m. each night. Read … [Read more...] about FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
This is a growing list of 2025 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide will events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. Make sure to bookmark this page, as it will be frequently updated. And make sure to follow the links to get all the information, such as location, time and cost, for each event. (If you're looking at this list and … [Read more...] about Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
Holiday Market with Triangle Pop-Up at NC State Fairgrounds
If you want to shop local, and support small businesses, artists and makers, all while finding unique gifts, then keep an eye on Triangle Pop-Up. Triangle Pop-Up brings together these local vendors at markets and events all around the Triangle. Handcrafted Holiday MarketSaturday, December 20, and Sunday, December 21, 2025Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.NC State … [Read more...] about Holiday Market with Triangle Pop-Up at NC State Fairgrounds
Summer Solstice Party at Eno River Farm June 20
Eno River Farm, at 2127 St Marys Road, Hillsborough, is a berry farm (pick your own blackberries and blueberries) and ice cream shop. They are hosting a Summer Solstice Party on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. until they close at 8 p.m. There will be multiple bands playing during the day. La Republica Taco Truck will be on site. Enjoy ice cream, pick fruit and more! No entry cost is … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Party at Eno River Farm June 20
Awful Movie Club with Newt Work Comedy: “Valentine’s Day”
Newt Work Comedy Collective is presenting Awful Movie Club, featuring the movie, Valentine's Day (2010), on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. Awful Movie Club is an event where a really bad movie is presented, along with comedic commentary. Audience participation is welcome! Admission is pay what you want. … [Read more...] about Awful Movie Club with Newt Work Comedy: “Valentine’s Day”
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade Feb. 1
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade will take place in Downtown Cary Park on Saturday, February 1, 2025. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather on the original date. Downtown Cary Park is at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, but the event specifically starts on Frantz Square Lawn. This map will help! Kick off GLOW by gathering on Frantz Square Lawn at 6 p.m. Then the … [Read more...] about GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade Feb. 1
