Academy Street Artwork Project is presenting Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade in the Town of Cary on January 15th, 2022, from 6 to 7 p.m. The parade will take place on Academy Street. It will start at Fidelity Plaza and will travel down Academy Street to the old library site. The public is welcome to join in the parade or just watch. If you bring your own lantern, please note that real … [Read more...] about Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade in Cary Jan 15
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Last night: North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary
After a year off, the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is returning to Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, in 2021. The festival will run from November 19th, 2021, to January 9th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. each evening. From Thursday to Sunday evenings, the Twilight Ticket Experience will get you in at 4:30 p.m. The popular holiday event will feature all new … [Read more...] about Last night: North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary
Three Kings Day Parade and Celebration in Cary Jan 8
The 18th Annual Dia de los Reyes Parade, or Three Kings Day Parade, will take place on Academy Street in Downtown Cary on Saturday, January 8th, 2022, at 1 p.m. The parade is presented by Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, a community-grounded, arts and culture organization in North Carolina dedicated to the promotion of the culture, heritage, and artistic expressions of the diverse Latino … [Read more...] about Three Kings Day Parade and Celebration in Cary Jan 8
Celebrate Three Kings Day in the Triangle, including a parade and Rosca de Reyes
Adding to the Christmas events in the Triangle are Three Kings Day (Día de Reyes) events. These traditional celebrations are expressions of Epiphany, which marks when, according to the nativity story, three wise men visited baby Jesus, bearing gifts. Three Kings Day (and Twelfth Night) mark the end of the Christmas season. Usually there are a few events for Three Kings Day, but in 2022, … [Read more...] about Celebrate Three Kings Day in the Triangle, including a parade and Rosca de Reyes
First Day Hikes in Raleigh and Wake Forest
Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. Not every state park participates, but we are listing the ones in and near the Triangle that are hosting guided walks. We will also list some First Day Hikes in city and county parks. You should feel free to take your own hike too! Check out our photo guide to hiking in N.C. State Parks. Falls Lake State … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in Raleigh and Wake Forest
Magic of Lights drive-through at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek continues through Jan 2
There's a new festive attraction in Raleigh this holiday season, adding to the Triangle's list of impressive Christmas light displays. Magic of Lights is a drive-through attraction that will be taking place at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Magic of Lights is being presented at 20 venues, including Raleigh, and entertains 5 million guests annually. Guests will weave … [Read more...] about Magic of Lights drive-through at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek continues through Jan 2
The Last day: RINK presented by UNC Health — outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh
This winter, enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink, and enjoy some pretty great skyline views too! Enjoy: Winter Wonderland themed Ice RinkCozy Stations featuring outdoor lounging furniture and heat warmersFire pits that are perfect for warming up20ft Decorated Christmas TreeDecoration stations for a … [Read more...] about The Last day: RINK presented by UNC Health — outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh
Last day: Piper Lights free drive-thru lights display in Wake Forest
One of the most spectacular Christmas light displays in the Triangle is in Wake Forest. Piper Lights is the project of a family who really loves Christmas. They're at 5725 Fixit Shop Road, Wake Forest. The display includes 7 acres of lights. This year Piper Lights will be ONLY a drive-thru attraction. The candy store and train will not be running this year. This is a free … [Read more...] about Last day: Piper Lights free drive-thru lights display in Wake Forest
Hill Ridge Farms’ Festival of Lights
Hill Ridge Farms' popular Festival of Lights is returning in 2021, as a drive-thru attraction, as it was in 2020. It's on our list of the best Christmas light displays in the Triangle. The display is a mile long and features over a million lights. Hill Ridge Farms is at 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville. Please enter the farm off of Tarboro Road. Festival of Lights will take place every … [Read more...] about Hill Ridge Farms’ Festival of Lights
KwanzaaFest in Durham
The African American Dance Ensemble is planning Kwanzaa Fest as an in-person event on January 1st, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham. Doors will open at 11 a.m. and performances will start at 1 p.m. Enjoy the performances and marketplace. Kwanaa is a seven-day celebration from December 26th to January 1st. Each day celebrates a different … [Read more...] about KwanzaaFest in Durham
