The Raleigh Youth Council is hosting the annual Toys From Teens event for families with children from birth to 12 years old. This is a free event. This free event takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. No registration is required. The event features: Children must be present to … [Read more...] about Toys From Teens: Free toys and a visit with Santa Dec. 6
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Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. This is a rescheduled date. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 7 p.m. Highlights in the Plaza Food & Beverages … [Read more...] about Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Parade will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. Enjoy this festive, entertaining, safe and inclusive community parade to celebrate the winter season. Parade Route This year’s parade route will begin at 501 W Weaver Street in Carrboro and end at the 140 West Franklin Plaza in Chapel Hill. There are four performance zones where groups will stop … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade Dec 6
Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary’s Holly Jolly Market Dec. 6
Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary is hosting hosting Holly Jolly Market on December 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It takes place at Northern Wake Fire Station #2, 7045 Stony Hill Drive, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free indoor event. Shop for handmade crafts, jewelry, baked goods, holiday decor, and more. … [Read more...] about Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary’s Holly Jolly Market Dec. 6
Breakfast with Mary & Joseph at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 6
Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, at 1201 Maxwell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Breakfast with Mary & Joseph on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 9 a.m. This free event is for children of all ages. Please register so that the church can be sure to have enough materials on hand. Come enjoy a yummy breakfast and hear about when Jesus was born. Kids will sing songs, make … [Read more...] about Breakfast with Mary & Joseph at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church in Raleigh Dec. 6
Santa on the Roof of The Durham Hotel — free event Dec. 6
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., families are invited to the rooftop of The Durham Hotel, 315 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, to meet Santa. Santa on the Roof is a FREE event. Bring your own camera. Stop by the Coffee Bar to pick up a hot cocoa and pastry and then head to the rooftop to take a picture with Santa, overlooking the city! Santa comes from … [Read more...] about Santa on the Roof of The Durham Hotel — free event Dec. 6
Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market Dec 6
Shop Local Raleigh is hosting Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market on December 6, 2025, at Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina. The market will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can expect handcrafted treasures, artisanal treats, kids' activities, and unique gifts, all while sipping on your favorite festive beverages. Follow the Facebook event and Shop Local … [Read more...] about Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market Dec 6
Apex Parade Dec. 6
Celebrate the season in Apex, North Carolina with a full schedule of Christmas events. The tree lighting ceremony on December 5, 2025, features vendors, entertainment, pictures with Santa and more. Then, the next day, enjoy the Apex Rotary Christmas Parade. Apex Tree Lighting The Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place Friday, December 5, 2025, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Town Hall Campus, … [Read more...] about Apex Parade Dec. 6
Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
The Durham German Market is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a festive, family-friendly event that’s free to attend! Enjoy live German music and browse unique creations from over 90 local artisans. Enjoy warm mulled wine or hot chocolate, as well as bratwurst, pretzels and … [Read more...] about Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
Jonkonnu at Stagville Dec 6 — celebrate an African American holiday tradition with drum, dance and storytelling
Historic Stagville, 5828 Old Oxford Rd, Durham, is hosting a Jonkonnu celebration this holiday season. Jonkonnu at Stagville Celebrate Jonkonnu, a historic African American holiday tradition, with Historic Stagville and St Sya Academy on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. Celebrate an African diaspora holiday tradition with St Sya Academy and Historic … [Read more...] about Jonkonnu at Stagville Dec 6 — celebrate an African American holiday tradition with drum, dance and storytelling
