Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. We are listing some of them 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 AreaSunday, January 1st, 202310 a.m. to 12 p.m.Ebenezer Church … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Triangle New Year kids
Kwanzaa Fest Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is planning two days of Kwanzaa festivities this holiday season, one in Raleigh and one in Durham. Together at Kwanzaa Together at KwanzaaWednesday, December 28th, 20225 to 8 p.m.C3 at The Venue5293 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, NCFree This family-friendly event celebrates the principle of Ujima, and features performances, a candle lighting ceremony, … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Fest 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 Saturday, December 31st, 2022, 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. The … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve celebration at Museum of Life + Science (part of regular admission)
Noon Year’s Eve at John Chavis Memorial Park
Bring the kids to a family-friendly early New Year's Eve celebration at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Noon Year's Eve, which is for kids age 3+, will take place on Saturday, December 31st, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person. Pre-registration is required for each person attending. The celebration will include: … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve at John Chavis Memorial Park
Kidzu Children’s Museum’s Light It Up — Noon Year’s Eve Virtual Dance Party
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, is hosting a Noon Year's Eve Celebration on Saturday, December 31st, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This early New year's Eve countdown will feature a twist on the traditional ball drop. At noon, come to the treehouse for a New Year's Countdown and Bubble Ball Drop. The activity is included in regular admission, $8.50. Admission is $3 … [Read more...] about Kidzu Children’s Museum’s Light It Up — Noon Year’s Eve Virtual Dance Party
Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Ring in 2023 a little bit early with Marbles Kids Museum's Noon Year's Eve Celebration! On Friday, December 31st, 2021, Marbles, at will be open 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry for your time slot. Explore New Year's traditions from around the world, and count down to the New Year at noon with a … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Free and cheap New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day 2023 in the Triangle
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? We've got you covered! 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 2022 and hello to 2023 with one of these events. UPDATE: Some events are changing because of the weather forecast. We will update as we learn about changes, as time permits. But … [Read more...] about Free and cheap New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day 2023 in the Triangle
WRAL First Night Raleigh — more events announced
WRAL First Night Raleigh returns for New Year's Eve 2022, offering a fun, jam-packed way to welcome 2023. Head to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, December 31st, 2022, 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, and performances and activities in … [Read more...] about WRAL First Night Raleigh — more events announced
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Little Doodles Play Cafe in Raleigh
Little Doodles Play Cafe, at 6548 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, offers open play and messy art for kids, with no reservations required. (Make sure to check their schedule.) On Saturday, December 31st, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Little Doodles Play Cafe is hosting a Noon Year's Eve party. Bring the kids by for an early New Year's Eve celebration. The cost is $15 per person. The … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Little Doodles Play Cafe in Raleigh
Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
Ring in 2023 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 2023 out the cheap way! Looking for a more comprehensive list of New … [Read more...] about Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns