Holiday

Join The Town of Carrboro in celebrating the Holiday season! Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Join us at Carrboro Town Hall as we gather and celebrate the festive season! We welcome all community members to join members of the Town Council along with local schoolchildren from Carrboro and McDougle Elementary as we officially kick off the […]

Come join us for the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade, kicking off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9. The parade route begins at 140 West Plaza, travels along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, proceeds to Main Street in Carrboro, and ends at Carrboro Town Hall. Arrive early to secure a spot to watch community […]

Source: ChinaFotoPress / GettyYou’re invited to experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season at the 2023 Lighting of Wake Forest on Friday, Dec. 1! This year’s event is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. in Centennial Plaza, 301 S. Brooks St. Our ceremony will feature the lighting of the Christmas tree and Santa’s exciting arrival […]

North Carolina’s Executive Mansion, the “people’s house,” will open its historic doors again for the beloved annual Holiday Open House Dec. 7-9. Visitors are invited to tour the home, take in the decorations, and enjoy seasonal musical entertainment by local performing groups. The mansion’s first floor will be decorated with North Carolina-grown Christmas trees, floral […]

The city of Rocky Mount will kick off the holiday season on Friday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. with the lighting of City Lake Park. The event will include carriage rides, free hot cocoa, inflatables and more! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the gazebo to visit with children of all ages. The sights […]

Having turkey for the holidays is a tradition for many, so here are some tips on how to handle the big ole bird in a safely to prevent any foodborne illnesses. 1. Wash your hands before and after handling, preparing or cooking any food. This way you can prevent the spread of microbes that could […]

Get started on holiday shopping by buying unique handcrafted gifts at the Jingle Mingle Artisan Market. This free event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, in the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences at 270 Gay St. in downtown Rocky Mount. The Jingle Mingle Artisan Market is made […]

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Join us as we kick off the holiday season with the Town of Morrisville’s official tree lighting event! Santa Claus and the Town Council will be counting down the lighting of the tree followed by some fun and entertainment. Event Date Saturday, Dec. 2  |  3-6 p.m. Location Town Hall Drive and Indian Creek Trailhead […]

As the holiday season approaches, Wake County invites residents to join in the spirit of giving and bring joy to children, teens and seniors in our community by participating in the time-honored Holiday Cheer program. For more than 20 years, this cherished program has connected families in need with generous community sponsors, ensuring they receive Thanksgiving, Christmas, […]

There’s still time to register to participate in the Durham Holiday Parade! The deadline to register has been extended to November 10. Scroll down to Parade Participant Registration to register! Kick off the holiday season at the Durham Holiday Parade! Cheer on hometown bands, drill teams, schools, and community groups as they make their way […]

Enjoy these holiday events and activities in Fuquay-Varina. Town Tree Lighting Celebrate the joy of the holiday season at the annual Town Tree Lighting on November 30! Join us in the Fuquay Business District at 6 pm for performances by local choral groups, an Artist Village, sleigh rides, pictures with Santa, s’mores, and of course…the […]