Christmas at North Hills: Tree Lighting, Music, and Midtown Magic
A festive evening of crafts, food, and holiday cheer.
Shannon
November 18, 2025
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Christmas at North Hills returns November 22 from 4–7pm, bringing a full evening of holiday fun to Midtown. Expect a Vendor Village for easy gifting, food trucks, seasonal beverages, train rides, crafts, face painting, a snowball pit, and festive photo ops. Live music fills The Commons, and Santa lights the 41-foot tree at 6:15pm—a crowd-pleaser every year.
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Handpicked social, cultural, and community events especially for Raleigh’s older adults.
👋 Event of the day: Rolling In Rolesville @ Rolesville Community Center | November 19 | 11AM
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Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: The Local Honeys | Country
The Local Honeys are an American folk/country duo from Kentucky known for their rich harmonies and authentic storytelling that celebrate Appalachian traditions and contemporary social themes. | The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop | November 20, 8PM | Get tickets here →
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🤝 The Genius Party @ Bad Machines Esports Bar | November 22 | 7:30PM
The Genius Party is a high-energy showcase of beat makers, artists, and DJs at Bad Machines Esports Bar in Cary, featuring drinks, food, gaming, and live performances from NC music creatives and beyond. Get details here →
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