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Canceled: Holiday Family Time in Raleigh Dec. 14: Festive bazaar, entertainment, cookies with Santa, more…

UPDATE: This event has been canceled. NC Vibes is presenting Holiday Family Time on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m., at Mirrors Venue, 3300 Woman's Club Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is $5. Kids 3 and under are admitted for free. This event features: … [Read more...] about Canceled: Holiday Family Time in Raleigh Dec. 14: Festive bazaar, entertainment, cookies with Santa, more…

North Raleigh Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Nov. 25 — includes Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions

The North Raleigh Interfaith Thanksgiving Service is a tradition dating back to 1994, when Millbrook Baptist and Millbrook Methodist Churches created an ecumenical Thanksgiving service. Today, ten different congregations, of diverse faiths, join together every year for this service, to offer collective and communal gratitude. All are welcome. The North Raleigh Interfaith Thanksgiving Service … [Read more...] about North Raleigh Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Nov. 25 — includes Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions

Sunday with Santa in Downtown Sanford

Join Santa for the annual Sunday with Santa in Downtown Sanford, North Carolina. The free event takes place Sunday, November 24, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m., in Downtown Sanford. Visit with Santa, enjoy treats, decorate crafts with the Lee County Library, write a letter to Santa with Elves, visit with the Wishes Character Co. princesses and the Grinch, take a train rides, experience photo … [Read more...] about Sunday with Santa in Downtown Sanford

Candy Cane Lane and Tree Lighting Festival in Zebulon: Santa, crafts, food trucks, more…

The Town of Zebulon and Zebulon Parks & Recreation are presenting Candy Cane Lane on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m., on 101 N Arendell Avenue in Downtown Zebulon. Visit downtown businesses, enjoy live performances and participate in Christmas activities. The event will feature: … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Lane and Tree Lighting Festival in Zebulon: Santa, crafts, food trucks, more…

Holiday Market at the Cary Downtown Farmers Market Dec. 7, including Santa and music

Car Downtown Farmers Market, at 160 E Park Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a Holiday Market on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Along with regular vendors, there will be some one-time only guest vendors offering great holiday gift options. In addition, enjoy music from Second Shift A Cappella from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Also, Santa will be there for free pictures! The … [Read more...] about Holiday Market at the Cary Downtown Farmers Market Dec. 7, including Santa and music

Holiday in the Park and Tree Lighting in Siler City Dec. 13

Chatham County Parks and Recreation is hosting Holiday in the Park on Friday, December 13, 2024. It takes place from 5 to 8 p.m., at Northwest District Park, 2413 Woody Store Road, Siler City, North Carolina. The tree lighting is at 5:15 p.m. The free indoor/outdoor event also includes: … [Read more...] about Holiday in the Park and Tree Lighting in Siler City Dec. 13

Golden Belt Arts Holiday Market

Golden Belt Arts' Annual Holiday Market takes place Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m., at 800 S Taylor Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The market will feature unique and creative art by 25+ local artists and artisans. Shop for custom art and gifts by Golden Belt resident artists and guest artists. … [Read more...] about Golden Belt Arts Holiday Market

Santa’s Arrival Party at Crabtree Valley Mall Nov. 8

Santa arrives at Crabtree Valley Mall, 4235 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, November 8, 2024, and there will be a big celebration to welcome him. The party takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enjoy live music by Dalton Davis. The first 100 reservations or walk-ins will receive two NC Comicon tickets or an Auntie Anne's free pretzel certificate, plus a small toy for … [Read more...] about Santa’s Arrival Party at Crabtree Valley Mall Nov. 8

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