Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. You can find it listed on the calendar. Come together to celebrate the Kwanzaa value of Ujima, the commitment to build and maintain the community together, and to solve the community’s problems together. A Karamu, the traditional … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Dec. 28
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The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
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 in the heart of Raleigh. The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 22, 2025, to December 28, 2025. Please note that this is earlier than the planned end date, due Keep reading to see the specific … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
Lessons and Carols at Christus Victor Dec. 28, and more
Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1615 E NC Hwy 54, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting several services for the Christmas season. You can find more information on all of them at christus-victor.org. The Longest NightSunday, December 21, 20257 to 7:30 p.m. Christmas EveWednesday, December 24, 20257 to 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 to 11:45 p.m. Christmas Day ServiceThursday, December 25, 202510 to 11:30 … [Read more...] about Lessons and Carols at Christus Victor Dec. 28, and more
Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
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 means … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
“A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting "A Christmas Carol" Concert with Brendan White on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This special concert features Grammy Award-winning pianist Brendan White. His program will showcase masterworks by Liszt, Mendelssohn-Hensel, and Tchaikovsky, offering a beautiful and reflective conclusion to the … [Read more...] about “A Christmas Carol” Concert with Brendan White at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Dec. 27
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Town of Cary, will host its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2025, from 1:30 to 6 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. It's free to attend. Curated by Darrell Stover, Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Enjoy dance, drumming, storytelling and visual arts. … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
The Annual Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration is back for 2025. It will take place on Friday, December 26, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham. The celebration features intergenerational cultural programming, African dance and drumming, wellness activities, youth entrepreneurship, and the Ujamaa Marketplace. The suggested donation is … [Read more...] about Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a huge list! Some of these displays are professional operations, but many of them, often synchronized to Christmas music, are put on by regular people, at their own expense, and it takes an incredible amount of time and creativity. So visit and let them know you appreciate it. If … [Read more...] about Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Taylor's Wine Shop, at 10005 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is continuing a much-loved tradition. On Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, they'll be giving away FREE Country Ham Biscuits. Stop in, exchange seasonal greetings, and enjoy a free tasty treat. They'll be giving them away from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., while supplies last. Parking is available at the little white … [Read more...] about Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
1870 Farm, 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, is offering Holiday on the Farm from November 30 to December 24, 2025, on the following dates: The opening time is 10 a.m. and the final time slot is 3:30 p.m., but time slots are subject to selling out. When you purchase tickets you'll choose from available time slots. Find tickets here. Tickets: If you buy 12 p.m. ticket they are … [Read more...] about Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
