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The Triangle Event Guide Things to Do Friday December 26th Edition

Searching for things to do in the Triangle on Friday, December 26, 2025? From holiday lights and cultural celebrations to outdoor skating, art walks, live music, poetry, comedy, and karaoke, the Raleigh–Durham–Cary–Chapel Hill region is packed with festive ways to keep the holiday spirit going. Use this Triangle Event Guide to plan your Friday across Wake, Durham, and beyond.

⛸️ All-Day & Holiday Highlights

The RINK: Outdoor Skating All Day | $6–$15 Red Hat Amphitheater

Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration (suggested donation $5; nobody turned away) 1:00 pm–6:30 pm | FREE Hayti Heritage Center

🎨 Art, Culture & Community

Illuminate Art Walk 4:45 pm | FREE Downtown Raleigh Final Friday Cary

Art Loop 6:00 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Downtown Cary Chime In Poetry

Open Mic 6:30 pm–8:00 pm | FREE Lanza’s Cafe

✨ Holiday Lights Across the Triangle

Contentnea Fire Department Christmas Light Display 5:30 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Contentnea Fire Department

Lake Myra Christmas Lights 5:30 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Lake Myra

Christmas Lights Piper Lights 5:30 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Piper Lights

Lights on the Neuse (Hayride) 6:00 pm–9:00 pm | $11 Boyette Family Farms

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival 6:00 pm–10:00 pm | $16.74–$30.64 Koka Booth Amphitheatre

🍻 Nightlife, Music & Fun

9th Annual Re-Gifting Party 6:00 pm–8:00 pm | FREE Southern Peak Brewery

Live Music: Police and Thieves 7:00 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Fortnight Brewing

Bounce and Brews DJ Night 7:00 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Gizmo Brew Works

Live Band Karaoke (ticket includes one cocktail) 7:00 pm–10:00 pm | $10 Mystic Farm and Distillery

Hoppy Hour Cinema Movie Series 7:00 pm–10:00 pm | FREE The Glass Jug Downtown Durham

Taproom Video Game Night 7:00 pm–11:00 pm | FREE Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic 8:00 pm–11:00 pm | FREE Durty Bull Brewing Company

Karaoke with Mega Mike 8:00 pm–11:00 pm | FREE Crank Arm Brewing Company

Karaoke Bingo Night 9:00 pm | FREE KōMANA Brewing Company

🎉 Make It a Friday to Remember

Whether you’re gliding on the ice, strolling an art walk, soaking in holiday lights, or singing your heart out at karaoke, Friday, December 26, 2025 delivers across the Triangle. Bookmark this guide and check back for daily updates on Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill events.

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DoRaleigh Dec 24

The Triangle Event Guide — Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) Edition

Looking for festive, family-friendly, and free (or low-cost) things to do across the Triangle on Christmas Eve? From holiday light displays and skating downtown to kids’ activities, craft nights, and last-minute treats, this Triangle Event Guide for Wednesday, December 24 rounds up the best happenings across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, Wendell, Clayton, Pittsboro, and beyond.

Tip: Event times and availability can change—especially on holidays—so call ahead or check official pages before heading out.

🎄 All-Day & Family-Friendly Highlights

Burger King: 2 Free Cookies with $5 Purchase All Day | FREE | Burger King (participating locations)

Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland All Day | FREE | Bass Pro Shops (multiple locations)

The RINK: Outdoor Skating All Day | $6–$15 | Red Hat Amphitheater Ice skating in the heart of downtown Raleigh (click for times).

🎁 Morning Events

Free Country Ham Biscuits on Christmas Eve 8:30 AM–11:00 AM | FREE | Taylor’s Wine Shop

Total Tot Time (Ages 5 & Under) 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | FREE | W.D. Hill Recreation Center

Holiday at the Farm 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | $12–$25 | 1870 Farm

✨ Afternoon & Early Evening

🎄 Holiday Light Displays (Free!)

🎭 Evening Entertainment & Creative Nights

🎄 Make the Most of Christmas Eve in the Triangle

Whether you’re skating downtown, chasing holiday lights, crafting with friends, or taking the kids to see Santa, Wednesday, December 24 is packed with ways to celebrate across the Triangle. Bookmark this guide and share it with friends planning last-minute holiday fun.

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DoRaleigh Dec 22

The Triangle Event Guide – Things To Do On Monday December 22nd Edition

Looking for things to do in the Triangle on Monday, December 22, 2025? From free holiday lights and family-friendly activities to discounted skating, food deals, live comedy, and open mic nights, the Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill area is packed with ways to celebrate the season. Use this Triangle Event Guide to plan your day across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Wendell, Clayton, and beyond.

🎄 All-Day & Holiday Highlights

Burger King: Free Whopper Jr. with $5 purchase All Day | FREE Burger King (participating locations) Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland All Day | FREE Bass Pro Shops (multiple locations) The RINK: Outdoor Skating All Day | $6–$15 Red Hat Amphitheater Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square (Fenton) All Day | Discounted Fenton, Cary

👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly & Daytime Events

Holiday at the Farm 10:00 am–3:00 pm | $12–$25 1870 Farm Total Tot Time (ages 5 & under) 10:00 am–12:00 pm | FREE W.D. Hill Recreation Center Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show 10:00 am–12:30 pm & 1:30 pm–5:00 pm | FREE Durham County Main Library Hands-On History: Ornaments 11:00 am–1:00 pm | FREE Historic Yates Mill County Park

🏙️ Afternoon & Early Evening

Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party 3:00 pm–7:00 pm | FREE Crank Arm Brewing Company Illuminate Art Walk in Downtown Raleigh 4:45 pm | FREE Downtown Raleigh Durham Beer Garden: 75¢ Wings (dine-in) 5:00 pm–10:00 pm | $0.75 Durham Beer Garden

✨ Holiday Lights Around the Triangle

Piper Lights 5:30 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Piper Lights Contentnea Fire Department Christmas Lights 5:30 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Contentnea Fire Department Lake Myra Christmas Lights 5:30 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Lake Myra Christmas Lights Lights on the Neuse (Hayride) 6:00 pm–8:00 pm | $11 Boyette Family Farms Christmas Lights on the Farm 6:30 pm–9:00 pm | $15 Big Daddy’s Farms

🌟 Nightlife, Comedy & Community

Christmas “Feed the Community” Meal 6:00 pm–7:30 pm | FREE Halftime Lounge North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival 6:00 pm–10:00 pm | $16.74–$30.64 Koka Booth Amphitheatre Open Mic Night 6:00 pm–11:00 pm | FREE Steel String Brewery Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show 7:00 pm–9:00 pm | FREE Flying Saucer Raleigh Adult Coloring Night 7:00 pm–9:00 pm | FREE KōMANA Brewing Company Game Night 7:00 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Crank Arm Brewing Company Board Game Night 7:00 pm–11:00 pm | FREE Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop Air Hockey Tournament 8:00 pm–10:00 pm | FREE Boxcar Bar and Arcade Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy 8:00 pm–11:59 pm | FREE Speakeasy

✅ Plan Your Monday in the Triangle

Whether you’re chasing free holiday lights, family activities, food deals, or live entertainment, Monday, December 22 delivers across the Triangle. Bookmark this guide and check back daily for the latest Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill events.

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