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
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Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Noon Year's Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate the New Year' with crafts, games, music and a special bubble wrap pop. Count down together as the ball drops at noon in Curiosity Square. Noon Year's Eve is included with museum admission: … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Noon Year’s and New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Keep United Skates of America, 2901 Trawick Road, Raleigh, in mind for entertaining the kids over Winter Break, or when planning fun for your out of town guests. United Skates of America has a several special events planned. Here are some New Year's Eve events. Noon Year's Eve Skate with CharactersWednesday, December 31, 202510 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.$20 online, $25 at the door Noon Year’s Eve Skate … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s and New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Order your fully cooked New Year’s Eve dinner or New Year’s Day meal to enjoy at home
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else when you ring in 2026, consider ordering your New Year's Eve dinner or New Year's Day meal from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant. We've put together a list of businesses in the Triangle where you can order a fully-cooked New Year's meal. There are even a couple of "traditional, lucky New Year's Day meals" available! In many cases, … [Read more...] about Order your fully cooked New Year’s Eve dinner or New Year’s Day meal to enjoy at home
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery’s New Year-Z Celebration (free!)
ZincHouse Winer & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting New Year-Z, a New Year's Eve celebration, with no cover charge. Age 21+ only. ZincHouse announced this event on Facebook. The party is on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the celebration is from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It will feature a performance by Amazing Lounge … [Read more...] about ZincHouse Winery & Brewery’s New Year-Z Celebration (free!)
Christmas Day at Lapin Bleu: Potluck and jazz
Lapin Bleu, at 106-A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosts frequent events. Christmas Day Lapin Bleu opens at 1 p.m. on December 25, 2025. There will be a potluck starting at 3 p.m., through the evening, and live jazz from Mahalo Jazz at 6 p.m. Announced on Facebook. New Year's Eve It's hosting a New Year's Eve party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. There's … [Read more...] about Christmas Day at Lapin Bleu: Potluck and jazz
First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. When we hear of them we will list 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. … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
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 Black and White Ball
Carolina Dance Club is presenting its 16th Annual New Year's Eve party. Black & White New Year's Eve Ball takes place Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 7:15 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., at Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Purchase your tickets in advance: Admission is $25. A student pass (ages 14-24) is $20. After December 16, 2024, and at the door, tickets are $35 ($25 … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Black and White Ball
New Year’s Eve Celebration at O’Malley’s
O'Malley's Pub, at 5228 Hollyridge Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a New Year's Eve party. It takes place Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. There's cover, and it will feature: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Celebration at O’Malley’s
