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Fun Things to Do in Raleigh

Raleigh Christmas ParadeNovember 23rd

Check out the largest holiday parade between DC and Atlanta, and enjoy 2.5 hours of festive floats, live music, and Christmas fun!

Where: Downtown Raleigh
Time: 9:30amLearn More

North Hills Tree LightingNovember 23rd

Crafts, sledding, train rides, local vendors, and more—holiday cheer takes over North Hills for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, which concludes with a visit from Santa and a rendition of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town."

Where: North Hills Commons
Time: 3:30pm-7:30pmLearn More

Holiday ExpressDecember 5th - 15th

Every December, Pullen Park transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with thousands of lights, an ice-covered sledding hill, train rides, and live entertainment.

Where: Pullen Park
Time: 4:00pm-9:00pmLearn More

State Capitol Tree LightingDecember 12th

Join Governor Roy Cooper and the Raleigh community for the annual tree lighting celebration, featuring music from the Raleigh Concert Band, dancing from Alicia's School of the Performing Arts, and hot chocolate and cookies from the Junior Woman’s Club.

Where: North Carolina State Capitol
Time: 5:00pm-7:30pmLearn More

WRAL First Night RaleighDecember 31st

Celebrate the end of 2019 at First Night Raleigh! You can expect carnival rides, tons of live music, special entertainment, and the famous Raleigh Acorn Drop.

Where: Downtown Raleigh
Time: 2:00pm-12:00amLearn More


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