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A magical lighting exhibition for the entire family at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State. You think our collection is spectacular by day? Wait until you see if under the cover of darkness artfully lit on a crisp November evening. It's a magical experience you don't want to miss. Be sure to check out […]
Join us at Park West Village for Winter Wonderland! Families and kids of all ages can enjoy the following activities: Friday: Magical Winter Lights show, Storytime with Santa, Snow My Yard sledding*, train rides around The District, Acapella music from Catch 22, and the Carolina Hurricanes Storm Squad Saturday: Magical Winter Lights show, Storytime with […]
Join the SPCA of Wake County for the largest certified, competitive, dog-friendly race in the Triangle — with a touch of holiday spirit. A certified 5K race event, with dogs! This 5K run is a USATF sanctioned, timed event. The Santa Paws 5K is for serious runners (USATF sanctioned, timed) and for recreational runners who […]
The Scandinavian Christmas Fair in Raleigh, NC, is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. This old-world celebration is certain to get you into the spririt of the season! This year marks the 18th anniversary of the fair. It attracts people and families of all nationalities […]
The Joel Lane Museum House hosts its annual Colonial Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 1, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, and donations appreciated. The House, decorated in traditional Colonial holiday splendor, reveals the very different way in which colonists and early Americans celebrated the Yuletide season. Meet re-enactors demonstrating scenes […]