Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno, 5101 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a free event and no registration is required. Come on out and enjoy historic holiday decorations, festive music, and holiday crafts from yesteryear. … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at West Point on the Eno Dec. 14
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Moore Square Winterfaire — new 4-day European style Christmas Market and Festival
MAKRS and Raleigh Parks are presenting the first Moore Square Winterfaire from Thursday, December 11, to Sunday, December 14, 2025. The Christmas festival and market takes place at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. This 4-day festival features: Live Music Schedule The music is presented by Oak City Music Collective. Please check their … [Read more...] about Moore Square Winterfaire — new 4-day European style Christmas Market and Festival
Pittsboro Christmas Parade Dec. 14
Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina! Pittsboro is in Chatham County, about 17 miles to the south of Chapel Hill. Read on to learn about some of the holiday events taking place in Pittsboro, including the Holly Days Tree Lighting and the Pittsboro Christmas Parade. Holly Days Pittsboro Tree Lighting The Pittsboro Business Association invites you to Downtown … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Christmas Parade Dec. 14
Apex Chanukah Festival Dec 14: Gelt drop, fire show, free donuts, more…
Chabad of Cary Jewish Center is presenting a free event, Apex Chanukah Festival on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The event takes place at the Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. There's no cost to attend. Enjoy games, crafts and food. The celebration ends with lighting a menorah. Chanukah Wonderland from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Grand Menorah Lighting at 5:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Apex Chanukah Festival Dec 14: Gelt drop, fire show, free donuts, more…
Triangle Jewish Chorale Presents “Season of Light” Dec. 7 and 14
Triangle Jewish Chorale is a volunteer choral organization made up of singers from Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle. It performs Jewish music of all kinds. Triangle Jewish Chorale is presenting a concert, "Season of Light." Join the Triangle Jewish Chorale in musically lighting the candles of the season. Chanukah favorites, a children’s song, a familiar folk tune, and … [Read more...] about Triangle Jewish Chorale Presents “Season of Light” Dec. 7 and 14
Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13-14
The Mordecai House, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, is the oldest house in Raleigh on its original location. It was build in 1785. Other structures, including the cure barn, the Ellen Mordecai Garden, St. Mark's Chapel, and more, were built in the 1800s. Normally tickets for tours are $7 for adults, and $4 for seniors and youth, with children 6 and under admitted for free. Mordecai Historic Park … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13-14
Chanukah Parade and Menorah Lighting at Lafayette Village in Raleigh Dec. 14 — with cirque performance, gelt drop and more
Celebrate Chanukah with Chabad Center of Raleigh at their Menorah Lighting and Gelt Drop at Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 3 p.m. This event is presented by Lafayette Village and Chabad Center of Raleigh. Watch as the Menorah Car Parade arrives! It will leave Chabad at 2:45 p.m., drive past senior homes in the area, and then arrive at Lafayette … [Read more...] about Chanukah Parade and Menorah Lighting at Lafayette Village in Raleigh Dec. 14 — with cirque performance, gelt drop and more
Winterfest at Capital Marketplace on Dec. 14 — free hot chocolate and desserts, and more…
Capital Marketplace, at 6250 Plantation Center Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Winterfest on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is a free event. RSVPs are not required, but help with planning. All the activities are free, including taking pictures with Santa, the bounce house and face painting. The event includes: All free items are first come, first … [Read more...] about Winterfest at Capital Marketplace on Dec. 14 — free hot chocolate and desserts, and more…
Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown (Free and all-ages) at Blue Note Grill Dec. 13
The Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown is a FREE New Orleans-style, all-ages celebration on December 13, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Blue Note Grill, 709 Washington Street, in Downtown Durham, North Carolina. Come join in! It's just minutes from Durham’s Holiday Parade, which ends at noon. There will be much to enjoy, including: Everyone is also highly encouraged to wear some of those … [Read more...] about Bulltown Strutters’ Holiday Throwdown (Free and all-ages) at Blue Note Grill Dec. 13
Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
Durham's Holiday Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Holiday Parade will feature floats, mascots, hometown bands, drill teams, schools and community groups, and, of course, Santa. The parade will travel down Main Street, and will conclude with a guest appearance from Santa. Seating is not provided. You're encouraged to bring your own. Check back more … [Read more...] about Durham Holiday Parade Dec 13
