Joel Lane Museum House, 160 S Saint Marys St, Raleigh, will host its annual Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family-friendly event is free to attend but donations are appreciated. The historic Lane house will be open to walk through and decorated for the holidays. There will be costumed volunteers, information about life in the 1700s, and kids … [Read more...] about Joel Lane Museum House: Christmas Open House Dec. 6
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Cary Community Choir’s Dress Rehearsal of Handel’s Messiah Dec 6
Cary Community Choir's Annual Presentation of G.F. Handel's Messiah will take place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., at Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street, Cary. The performance is free, but reservations must be made in advance. There's no cost to reserve your ticket, but donations are appreciated. Reserve tickets here. This concert is extremely popular and will sell out. … [Read more...] about Cary Community Choir’s Dress Rehearsal of Handel’s Messiah Dec 6
Cary Tree Lighting Ceremony and Victorian Christmas on Dec. 6 (and more holiday events)
The Town of Cary is celebrating the season at their Heart of the Holidays Celebration events. Here are just a few of Cary's holiday events. Photos with Santa Step into a winter wonderland at Downtown Cary Park, and meet Santa. He will be at the Downtown Cary Park Gathering House several times in December. Bring your camera. This is a free event. Please keep in mind that there will be a … [Read more...] about Cary Tree Lighting Ceremony and Victorian Christmas on Dec. 6 (and more holiday events)
Jingle & Joy Weekend in Hillsborough: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…
Hillsborough, North Carolina, is celebrating the season with the Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend on December 6 and 7, 2025. The festivities on Saturday, December 6, 2025, start at Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, from 3 to 5 p.m., with: At 5 p.m., join the music with the Color and Light Community Choir in a group procession to the Historic … [Read more...] about Jingle & Joy Weekend in Hillsborough: tree lighting, Santa visit, more…
Santa at Historic Yates Mill County Park Dec. 6
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Yates Mill is hosting Santa on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Santa at Historic Yates Mill County Park Dec. 6
7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair at Pace Family Farms Dec. 6 (and more holiday markets)
Pace Family Farms, 12701 Buffalo Road, Clayton, is holding its 7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is an outdoor event and features more than 70 vendors. Shop for hand crafted products for your gift list! It's free to attend. There will be food available for purchase. … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair at Pace Family Farms Dec. 6 (and more holiday markets)
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
Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair 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
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
