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, and enjoy some pretty great skyline views too! New this year are igloos that you can rent. Enjoy: The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 18, 2023, to January 15, 2024. See specific days … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating
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Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Ring in 2024 a little bit early with Marbles Kids Museum's Noon Year's Eve Celebration! On Sunday, December 31, 2023, Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an early entry of 9 a.m. for museum members. Purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry for your time slot. Advance tickets are required. The celebration includes crafts, … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Keep United Skates of America, 2901 Trawick Road, Raleigh, in mind for entertaining the kids over Winter Break, or when planning fun for your out of town guests. United Skates of America has a ton of special events planned. Here are some New Year's Eve events. Noon Year's EveSunday, December 31, 202311 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.$20 This is a kids' New Year's Eve Countdown party. Includes … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Final night: 25th Anniversary Lake Myra Christmas Lights in Downtown Wendell
One of the largest and most spectacular Christmas light displays in North Carolina is at 10 S. Cypress St, Wendell. Lake Myra Christmas Lights features almost a quarter of a million lights that dance in a synchronized show, with special effects, to holiday music. There's also a 50-foot decorated Christmas tree! This is a FREE event, but there will be donation boxes if you'd like to … [Read more...] about Final night: 25th Anniversary Lake Myra Christmas Lights in Downtown Wendell
Bull McCabe’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Bull McCabe's, at 427 W Main Street, Durham, NC, is hosting a New Year's Eve party on Sunday, December 31st, 2023, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There's no cover. Age 21+ only (after 8 p.m.) … [Read more...] about Bull McCabe’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Last weekend: Wool E’s Winter Wonderland
WRAL and The Durham Bull's are hosting Wool E. Bull's Winter Wonderland, a walk-through holiday light event at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. This event is new for 2023. The ballpark will be decorated with 13,000 lights, covering four miles, along with music. What else can you expect? Dates and Times for Wool E's Winter Wonderland Wool E. … [Read more...] about Last weekend: Wool E’s Winter Wonderland
Kwanzaa Celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center in Raleigh
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center, 4200 Lake Ridge Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 30, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. This is a free event, but donations are accepted. Please RSVP by calling 919-876-7187. The event will include: … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center in Raleigh
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Ujima Group, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Cary, will host its 29th annual Kwanzaa Celebration on December 29, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Featured will be Darrell Stover, Master of Ceremonies; Willa Brigham, storyteller; and … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2023/2024
Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts seven days, starting December 26th, each one with a focus on a different principle: Day 1. Umoja means unity. Day 2. Kujichagulia means self-determination. Day 3. Ujima means working together. Day 4. Ujamaa means supporting each other. Day 5. Nia means purpose. Day 6. Kuumba … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2023/2024
Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
The Annual Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration is back for 2023. It will take place on Tuesday, December 26th, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham. It's free, but donations are encouraged. Please register here. Celebrate Umoja -- unity, on the first day of Kwanzaa. This is a family event celebrating African descended people, culture … [Read more...] about Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26