The Contentnea Fire Department, at 4146 NC Highway 42 W, Wilson, North Carolina, presents one of the most impressive Christmas light displays every year, and it's free to visit! it boasts a 60-foot tall tree and over 25,000 lights. The schedule was announced on Contentnea Fire Department's Facebook page. There will be a soft opening for the annual Christmas light display on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Contentnea Fire Department’s Christmas Light Display in Wilson — Santa will be there many nights
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Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
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. Read on for the essential details about attending the Raleigh Christmas parade. Parade Route The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long: How to Watch the Parade on TV If you can't make it to the parade in … [Read more...] about Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
Toy giveaways, with free food, in Durham and Raleigh Dec 13
Crimey Dealers is presenting toy giveaways in both Durham and Raleigh on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The events will also feature free food for the family, music and a dance competition for kids. Arrive early! Durham Toy Giveaway Saturday, December 13, 202412 p.m. to 2 p.m.AJ's Cheesecakes2506 Fayetteville Street, Durham Raleigh Toy Giveaway Saturday, December 13, 20243 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Toy giveaways, with free food, in Durham and Raleigh Dec 13
Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a huge list! Some of these displays are professional operations, but many of them, often synchronized to Christmas music, are put on by regular people, at their own expense, and it takes an incredible amount of time and creativity. So visit and let them know you appreciate it. If … [Read more...] about Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map
Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church Nov. 22
There will be a Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until food runs out) at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church, 805 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Receive a frozen turkey and trimmings for a family of four. First come, first served. … [Read more...] about Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church Nov. 22
Thanksgiving Block Party and Turkey Giveaway with Hot 97.9 FM on Nov. 22
Hot 97.9 FM is hosting a Thanksgiving Block Party and food giveaway on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 12 p.m., at the Food Lion Shopping Center at 1100 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this free event they'll be giving away 500 bags of groceries and 200 turkeys. In addition, enjoy DJs, contests, prizes and giveaways. Announced on Instagram. … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Block Party and Turkey Giveaway with Hot 97.9 FM on Nov. 22
Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22
The Choral Society of Durham shares beautiful, meaningful choral music with the community. Check out the the group's list of concerts this season. The Choral Society of Durham is presenting a Messiah Sing-Along on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 215 N Church Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. All are welcome to come and … [Read more...] about Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22
Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
Engage NC is hosting Raleigh Inclusive Market on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Legacy Center, 5501 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. At this market, local artists and makers with Autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities will showcase their handmade and small-batch produced goods. Shoppers can connect directly to the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
Holiday Market at Passmore Center Nov. 22
Orange County Department of Aging is presenting a Holiday Market on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The Passmore Center is adjacent to the Sportsplex. The market will feature: … [Read more...] about Holiday Market at Passmore Center Nov. 22
The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 22
This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink in the heart of Raleigh. The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 22, 2025, to January 4, 2025. Keep reading to see the specific dates. The cost is $15, and that includes skate rental. You can … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 22
