Tap Yard Raleigh, at 1610 Automative Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two New Year's Eve events to welcome in 2026. There's an early event for families, and then one for ages 18+. Mini Midnight Madness Mini Midnight Madness is a family event, to welcome 2026 a little early. It takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy arts and crafts, face … [Read more...] about Two New Year’s Eve Parties at Tap Yard, including one for families
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Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
Looking for an early, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration with the family? If you're willing to drive just a bit east, here's one for you! The 3rd Annual Braswell Family Farms New Year's Eve Egg Drop takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Nashville Junction, 723 S Barnes Street, Nashville, North Carolina. This is 45 miles to the northeast of Raleigh, and 23 miles from … [Read more...] about Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Ring in 2026 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 2026 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
New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive (and free pickles)
Looking for New Year's Eve fireworks pretty 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 26th annual New Year's Eve Pickle Drop on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. 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, … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive (and free pickles)
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 2025 and hello to 2026 with one of these … [Read more...] about Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
WRAL’s First Night Raleigh
WRAL's First Night Raleigh returns for New Year's Eve 2025, offering a fun, jam-packed way to welcome 2026. Head to Downtown Raleigh on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 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 and … [Read more...] about WRAL’s First Night Raleigh
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances will start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, dance, music, poetry, food and more. In memory of Baba Chuck Davis, donated canned … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
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 EveWednesday, December 31, 202511 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
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 Wednesday, December 31, 2025,, 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 $24 for adults, $22 for seniors ages 65+ and military members, $19 for children ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve celebration at Museum of Life + Science (part of regular admission)
Noon Year’s Eve Parties at Durham County Library
Durham County Library is hosting early New Year's Eve parties so that children can ring in 2026 on a kid-friendly schedule. Read on to learn about each event. Make sure to follow the links to register if required. Noon Year's Eve Party: A Countdown for KidsWednesday, December 31, 202511:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.East Regional Library211 Lick Creek Lane, Durham, NCFree Party at the library with … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve Parties at Durham County Library
