If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Triangle restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 27, 2025. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away. There are a few takeout options included in this list as well. These restaurants are in all price ranges. We abandoned our … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the Triangle for 2025
winter holiday
Lights on the Neuse — hayride through Christmas lights
Bring the family to Boyette Family Farms, 1620 Loop Road, Clayton, North Carolina, for Lights on the Neuse during the Christmas season. This attraction is on our list of the best Christmas light displays in the Triangle. Lights on the Neuse features a one-mile long Christmas hayride. This 20-minute long tractor-pulled hayride brings you through the light extravaganza, with Christmas … [Read more...] about Lights on the Neuse — hayride through Christmas lights
Letters to Santa with Raleigh Parks & Rec — free program
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is making it easier for kids to communicate directly with Santa Claus. From November 20 to December 17, 2025, the department is hosting a FREE Letters to Santa program. It's easy to participate! Can't make it a community center? No problem! Santa is on email! Just fill out the template and email it to … [Read more...] about Letters to Santa with Raleigh Parks & Rec — free program
Winter Wonderland at Park West Village: train rides, entertainment, Santa, more… Nov. 21-23
Experience holiday magic at Park West Village's Winter Wonderland from Friday, November 21, to Sunday, November 23, 2025. Park West Village is at 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC. The event takes place: This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Winter Wonderland at Park West Village: train rides, entertainment, Santa, more… Nov. 21-23
Durham Art Walk Holiday Market Nov 22-23
Shop for holiday gifts and art for yourself at Durham Art Walk Holiday Market on Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, 2025. The event features tons of artists, as well as live music and some special features. Art lovers can shop local artists, enjoy live music, and dine at great restaurants, all within Durham's city center. There will be both indoor and outdoor … [Read more...] about Durham Art Walk Holiday Market Nov 22-23
Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
Crossroads Ford Apex ABC11 Raleigh Christmas Parade by Shop Local Raleigh takes place Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. It lasts about 2.5 hours and is 1.4 miles long. Read on for the essential details about attending the Raleigh Christmas parade. Parade Route The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long: How to Watch the Parade on TV If you can't make it to the parade in … [Read more...] about Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church Nov. 22
There will be a Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until food runs out) at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church, 805 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Receive a frozen turkey and trimmings for a family of four. First come, first served. … [Read more...] about Community Curbside Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church Nov. 22
Thanksgiving Block Party and Turkey Giveaway with Hot 97.9 FM on Nov. 22
Hot 97.9 FM is hosting a Thanksgiving Block Party and food giveaway on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 12 p.m., at the Food Lion Shopping Center at 1100 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this free event they'll be giving away 500 bags of groceries and 200 turkeys. In addition, enjoy DJs, contests, prizes and giveaways. Announced on Instagram. … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Block Party and Turkey Giveaway with Hot 97.9 FM on Nov. 22
Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22
The Choral Society of Durham shares beautiful, meaningful choral music with the community. Check out the the group's list of concerts this season. The Choral Society of Durham is presenting a Messiah Sing-Along on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 215 N Church Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. All are welcome to come and … [Read more...] about Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22
Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
Engage NC is hosting Raleigh Inclusive Market on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Legacy Center, 5501 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. At this market, local artists and makers with Autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities will showcase their handmade and small-batch produced goods. Shoppers can connect directly to the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
