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
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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
Toy giveaway at Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center in Hillsborough Dec. 18
Hillsborough police and Orange Rural firefighters are inviting families to a winter wonderland. With help from Santa, police officers and firefighters will distribute toys from 5 to 7 p.m. on December 18, 2025, at the Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center, 501 Rainey Ave., North Carolina. The community center will be transformed into a winter wonderland, with a light display to enjoy through … [Read more...] about Toy giveaway at Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center in Hillsborough Dec. 18
Santa and Mrs. Claus at Morgan Street Food Hall Dec. 18
Morgan Street Food Hall, at 411 West Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, will have two special visitors! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. Bring the family for: … [Read more...] about Santa and Mrs. Claus at Morgan Street Food Hall Dec. 18
Five Points Christmas Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church Dec. 18
Emmanuel Baptist Church, at 2100 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Five Points Christmas Concert. It will take place Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the Five Points community. This evening of Christmas music will feature vocal, instrumental and choral performances, celebrating the birth of Jesus. Desserts will be served … [Read more...] about Five Points Christmas Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church Dec. 18
Bell Durham Holiday Concerts — free to attend
Bell Durham is a community handbell ensemble in Durham, North Carolina. The group will be presenting several holiday concerts in 2025. The holiday concert, Dreamscapes: The 15-member advanced community ensemble will present a wide variety of music on 6 octaves of handbell and handchimes. Selections will include dreamy favorites such as "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy" (The Nutcracker) and "For … [Read more...] about Bell Durham Holiday Concerts — free to attend
Holiday Food Distribution in Rolesville Dec. 17
Town of Rolesville, North Carolina, is holding a Holiday Food Giveaway on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or while supplies last, at 203 E Young Street, Rolesville, North Carolina. This will be a drive-thru distribution. One per car. Please make sure to follow all signs and directions. Look for updates on Town of Rolesville's Facebook page. Distribution is first come, … [Read more...] about Holiday Food Distribution in Rolesville Dec. 17
Chanukah Party at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro Dec. 17
Enjoy a Chanukah party at Steel String Brewery, 106A S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This event is presented by Kehilla Synagogue. Please register here. If you RSVP you'll get free drinks and Chanukah treats! Schedule: … [Read more...] about Chanukah Party at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro Dec. 17
Cookies & Cocoa with Sensory-Friendly Santa Dec. 17
Bloomwell Autism Therapy, 2910 Sumner Road, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Cookies & Cocoa with Sensory-Friendly Santa on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Meet Santa, and enjoy crafts, cookies and letters to Santa. This is a sensory-friendly event. Everyone is welcome. … [Read more...] about Cookies & Cocoa with Sensory-Friendly Santa Dec. 17
Community Menorah Lighting with Beth El in Durham Dec. 17
Beth El Synagogue, 1004 Watts Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Menorah Lighting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. The celebration will take place outside. Enjoy the lighting of the giant menorah and enjoy Kosher jelly doughnuts from Krispy Kreme. Register here. Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Community Menorah Lighting with Beth El in Durham Dec. 17
