Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. We are listing one below, but please check with ncparks.gov/events for more events. You should feel free to take your own hike too! Check out our photo guide to hiking in N.C. State Parks. First Day Hike at Jordan Lake State Recreation AreaWednesday, January 1st, 20259 to 11 a.m.Ebenezer Church Day Use Access2582 … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
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39th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 39th Kwanzaa Fest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, food and more. Performers Donated canned foods and toiletry items will be donated to … [Read more...] about 39th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
Noon Year’s Eve celebration at Museum of Life + Science (part of regular admission)
Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Noon Year's Eve on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This special New Year's event for children and their families is included in regular admission, which is $23 for adults, $21 for seniors ages 65+ and military members, $18 for children ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and under. Special … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve celebration at Museum of Life + Science (part of regular admission)
New Year’s Eve Candle Party at White Street Market in Garner
White Street Market, 1320 5th Avenue, Garner, North Carolina, is hosting a New Year's Eve Candle Party on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission to this family-friendly event is free, and includes: If you'd like to pour a candle at the event, a mini candle pour is $10 and a standard candle pour is $20. Whether you'd like to pour a candle or not, please RSVP here. Follow … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Candle Party at White Street Market in Garner
New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive
Looking for New Year's Eve fireworks close to the Triangle? And maybe an earlier bedtime? And maybe a Pickle Drop? And free pickles? Read on. Mt. Olive Pickle Company is holding its 25th annual New Year's Eve Pickle Drop on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This is an early New Year's Eve event, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It takes place in front of the University of Mount Olive's Kornegay Arena, 634 … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive
Early New Year’s Eve Parties for Kids at Wake County Libraries
Bring the kids to one of these early New Year's Eve parties at Wake County Public Libraries. They are all free events, intended for preschool children and their families. Please follow each link for more information, and to register, if necessary. Noon Year's EveTuesday, December 31, 202411 a.m. to 12 p.m.Middle Creek Community Library111 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NCFree Activities, … [Read more...] about Early New Year’s Eve Parties for Kids at Wake County Libraries
Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or a festive champagne toast? We've got you covered! There are many wonderful, but pricy, events to ring in the New Year, but we are focusing on more affordable options. New Year's Eve is going to be a lot of fun in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas this year. Say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025 with one of these … [Read more...] about Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Ring in 2025 with the kids at these family-friendly Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area celebrations. These events are either free or very affordable. Make sure to follow the links to get the details. Also, have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap yet? You'll receive one email a day and be in the know. Start 2025 out the cheap way! Looking for a more comprehensive list of New Year's events? … [Read more...] about Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Ring in 2024 a little bit early with Marbles Kids Museum's Noon Year's Eve Celebration! On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an early entry of 9 a.m. for museum members. Purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry for your time slot. Advance tickets are required. The celebration includes crafts, … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
WRAL’s First Night Raleigh
WRAL's First Night Raleigh returns for New Year's Eve 2024, offering a fun, jam-packed way to welcome 2025. Head to Downtown Raleigh on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, for an exciting, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration. The festivities include the Children's Celebration, which starts at 2 p.m., outdoor musical performances at City Plaza in the afternoon, an early New Year's Eve countdown at 7 … [Read more...] about WRAL’s First Night Raleigh
