Experience the holidays at the Pope House Museum, 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on December 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holidays with the Popes is a free event, and no registration is required. Enjoy period-accurate Christmas decorations, music, and games. Relax with the Popes as you learn about 20th-century Christmas traditions. This guided tour will also … [Read more...] about Holidays with the Popes — Celebrate at the Pope House Museum Dec. 20
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Meet Santa and Get Free Seedlings at Western Wake Farmers Market in Morrisville Dec. 20
Western Wake Farmers Market, at 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina, is open year-round on Saturdays: Western Wake Farmers Market hosts events throughout the year. You can find them on their Facebook page. Here is one! The farmers' market is hosting Santa & Seedlings on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a free event, courtesy of Trees for the … [Read more...] about Meet Santa and Get Free Seedlings at Western Wake Farmers Market in Morrisville Dec. 20
Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno Dec. 21
Durham Parks & Recreation is leading a Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 2 to 3 p.m. The group of hikers will meet at the Environmental Education Pavilion of West Point on the Eno, at 253 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. It costs $1.50 for City of Durham residents, and $6.50 for non-residents. Registration is … [Read more...] about Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno Dec. 21
Order a fully cooked Christmas dinner to go in the Triangle in 2025 from restaurants, grocery stores, more…
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else for Christmas and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Christmas dinners from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant. We've putting together a list of restaurants, grocery stores, and caterers in the Triangle where you can order a fully-cooked Christmas dinner, with sides, in advance. In many cases, you'll pick up the meal … [Read more...] about Order a fully cooked Christmas dinner to go in the Triangle in 2025 from restaurants, grocery stores, more…
Celebrate winter solstice in the Triangle with a lantern walk, labyrinths, and more — 2025
Winter solstice takes place when one of the Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. When that happens, we experience the shortest number of hours of sunlight in the year. Winter solstice marks the beginning of the winter season. After winter solstice, the days start getting longer, with a little more sunlight each day. Winter solstice takes place on December 21, … [Read more...] about Celebrate winter solstice in the Triangle with a lantern walk, labyrinths, and more — 2025
Free Solstice Yoga at The Rookery in Hillsborough on Dec. 20
The Rookery, at 115 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting free Solstice Yoga on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. It will take place after the Solstice Lantern Walk and Market. This event was announced on Facebook. Gather outdoor under the lights and honor the longest night of the year, and welcome winter's arrival -- a turning point toward longer … [Read more...] about Free Solstice Yoga at The Rookery in Hillsborough on Dec. 20
Festive Fridays at Dix Park in 2025
Dix Park is hosting Festive Fridays, a time for special holiday celebrations in 2025. Each of these events is from 5 to 8 p.m., and is free to enjoy. No registration is requir3ed. You can use Gipson Play Plaza as your driving destination: 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Recommended parking lots are Lots G, E, and C. Here's a parking map. Festive Friday Events Holiday … [Read more...] about Festive Fridays at Dix Park in 2025
North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 15 to 19
North Carolina Zoo is offering a special discount, Jingle in the Jungle, from December 15 to 19, 2025. Admission is just $5 per person. It's normally $20 at the gate for adults. Hours during these days are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the last entry at 3 p.m. The promotion is available only at the gate and can not be combined with any other offers or discounts. Park and enter at the North … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 15 to 19
Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
Bring the whole family to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for FREE Photos with Santa in December, 2025. The photos will take place at the Downtown Cary Park Gathering House. During the holiday season, the park is transformed into a festive paradise, setting the mood for a special meeting with Santa. Please note, due to Santa’s popularity, there may be a … [Read more...] about Free Photos with Santa at Downtown Cary Park
Winter Market — Le Marché de Noël at L’école French International School of Raleigh Dec. 19
L'école French International School of Raleigh, at 5510 Munford Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its 2nd annual Winter Market on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This boutique holiday market offers a curated vendor lineup, as well as: Funds raised help to support the school. … [Read more...] about Winter Market — Le Marché de Noël at L’école French International School of Raleigh Dec. 19
