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Lake Myra Christmas Lights: One of North Carolina’s Biggest Holiday Light Shows

Lake Myra Christmas Lights: One of North Carolina’s Biggest Holiday Light Shows

Catch it now—only a few nights left before the lights go dark.

Shannon
WRAL First Night Raleigh: Countdown, Crafts, and One Very Famous Acorn

WRAL First Night Raleigh: Countdown, Crafts, and One Very Famous Acorn

Your all-access pass to rides, music, and end-of-year magic.

Shannon
Motown & Soul Christmas at Cary Arts Center: Holiday Classics with Sparkle

Motown & Soul Christmas at Cary Arts Center: Holiday Classics with Sparkle

Where timeless Motown hits meet year-end cheer.

Shannon
Festive Fridays at Dix Park: Silent Disco, Solstice Crafts, and Sweater Shenanigans

Festive Fridays at Dix Park: Silent Disco, Solstice Crafts, and Sweater Shenanigans

Holiday lights, loud headphones, and low-stakes crafting joy.

Shannon
Christmas Day Buffet at The Willard Rooftop — A Holiday Feast in the Sky

Christmas Day Buffet at The Willard Rooftop — A Holiday Feast in the Sky

A festive spread with all the sparkle of the season.

Shannon
Holiday Market at The Mayton: Sip, Shop & Spark a Little Holiday Magic

Holiday Market at The Mayton: Sip, Shop & Spark a Little Holiday Magic

Local vendors, cozy vibes, and easy holiday gifting.

Shannon
Handcrafted Holiday Market at the NC State Fairgrounds

Handcrafted Holiday Market at the NC State Fairgrounds

Two days. Two hundred makers. One very determined shopper (you).

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Rooftop Sips & Seasonal Bites at 10th & Terrace

Rooftop Sips & Seasonal Bites at 10th & Terrace

Wine with a view, holiday treats with flair, and plenty of reasons to linger upstairs.

Shannon
Ugly Holiday Sweater Run at Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh: Do Your Festive Worst

Ugly Holiday Sweater Run at Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh: Do Your Festive Worst

Tuesday night fun run with prizes, lights, and very questionable knitwear.

Shannon
Raleigh’s 5th Annual Not-So-Silent Night at Longleaf

Raleigh’s 5th Annual Not-So-Silent Night at Longleaf

Seasonal sips, local talent, and a cozy dose of cheer.

Shannon
The Winter Wag at West Street Dog: Holiday Cheer, Ugly Sweaters & Wagging Tails

The Winter Wag at West Street Dog: Holiday Cheer, Ugly Sweaters & Wagging Tails

A festive afternoon where dogs, humans, and questionable knitwear unite.

Shannon
Raleigh’s Happy Holly Days Parade: Main Street Magic Meets Holiday Cheer

Raleigh’s Happy Holly Days Parade: Main Street Magic Meets Holiday Cheer

A lively parade full of floats, music, and small-town sparkle—bring your coffee and your cozy spirit.

Shannon