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🎄 Holly jolly Raleigh events

Festive December events in Raleigh
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The North Carolina State Capitol decorated for the holidays. | Photo by @ariannastewart
December is just around the corner, and the Triangle has plenty of events to keep your family, visitors, and anyone else in your holiday crew busy. With over a dozen signature December events, there’s something for everyone.
  • Put over 100 toppings in some piping hot chocolate at The Dessertery at the Marin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts now through Saturday, Dec. 23 — and meet Santa on select dates.
  • Start lacing up your skates — THE RINK at Red Hat Amphitheater is open through Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Warm up around a fire pit and enjoy the 20-foot decorated tree. Plus, donate to local charities on select nights.
  • Sip n’ Stroll through an illuminated downtown from Friday, Dec. 1 through Friday, Jan. 5 and view giant installations like the Talking Heads as part of Illuminate Art Walk.
Two giant illuminated heads with spectators around them.

These two giant heads will be part of the Illuminate Art Walk — they have traveled all over the world and will stop in Raleigh next.

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Photo provided by the Downtown Raleigh Alliance

  • Marbles Kids Museum’s immersive holiday event, Evening with Elves, returns Friday, Dec. 8. Attendees will receive an honorary elf name for the evening and enjoy s’mores, museum play, and more.
  • The Cary Theater will screen a variety of holiday movies starting Sunday, Dec. 10 with “A Christmas Story.” View other holiday classics like “The Muppet Christmas Carol” and “White Christmas” to get that festive feeling.
  • Cary’s Fenton has more than a few fun festive events coming up. Hit the ice with Skate the Square until Feb. 5, 2024 and enjoy carriage rides through the mixed-use development all through December. Join Fenton in celebrating Hanukkah by lighting a menorah on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the fifth day of the Jewish Festival of Lights. Finally, get some last-minute shopping done on Thursday, Dec. 14 with a Mistletoe Sip n’ Stroll.
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Events
Tuesday, Nov. 21
  • Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift | Tuesday, Nov. 21 | 9 p.m. | Merrimon-Wynne House, 500 N. Blount St., Raleigh | $50 | Enjoy this multi-sensory musical experience and ode to Taylor Swift under the gentle glow of candlelight.
  • Celebrate Noir-vember: “The Maltese Falcon” | Tuesday, Nov. 21 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cary Regional Library, 315 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary | Free | Watch this timeless film noir with a private detective and femme fatale.
Wednesday, Nov. 22
  • A Magical Cirque Christmas | Wednesday, Nov. 22 | 7 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $39-$99 | Watch performers as they dance on silks, do death-defying feats, and more impressive tricks.
Thursday, Nov. 23
  • Thanksgiving at Il Falò | Thursday, Nov. 23 | 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Il Falò Wood-Fired Kitchen, 3931 Macaw St., Raleigh | $22-$45 | Bring your family to this high-end rendition of turkey day dinner with pumpkin bisque, crispy glazed turkey, porchetta, and a mac and cheese station.
Friday, Nov. 24
  • STIR Black Friday Brunch | Friday, Nov. 24 | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | STIR, 4242 Six Forks Rd., Ste. 100, Raleigh | Price of purchase | Decompress from Thanksgiving with a selection of brunch classics and specially priced cocktails.
  • Goodnights Presents: Maddie Wiener | Friday, Nov. 24-Sunday, Nov. 26 | Times vary | Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | $24-$36 | Laugh along with this comedian with a Comedy Central special.
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Holiday

A tree lighting you won’t fir-get
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Santa himself will help light the tree to welcome the start of the holiday season. | Photo via Pexels
Start the holidays off bright at Brier Creek Common’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, happening Friday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.

Join Santa Claus + friends under the clocktower for a free night of festive fun, and ring in the season of merriment with an assortment of family-friendly activities. The evening includes:
  • Face painting station
  • 360-photo booth
  • Seasonal tunes from DJ Daniel Jordan
  • Train rides around the clock tower
No tickets needed: Only smiling faces and lots of good cheer.
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News Notes
Sports
  • The NC State women’s cross country team was crowned as the NCAA national champion for the third year in a row last Saturday. Athletes Sam Bush and Katelyn Tuohy showed out for the Pack with impressive finishes and All-American honors.
Outdoors
  • Last weekend, Downtown Cary Park opened its gates with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Jim O’Heir from “Parks and Recreation” and Ripken the Batdog. This innovative park features a dog park, skywalks, a futuristic pavilion, and lots more. Learn more about this and five more upcoming parks.
Coming Soon
  • Outdoorsy retailer The North Face will open a new location at the Streets of Southpoint in Durham, set to open early 2024. The store will take the place of Microsoft. The mall’s owner is planning for major renovations, including residential, commercial, and office spaces. (Triangle Business Journal)
Shop
  • Shop the block at Person Street on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. with a festive fun shopping event. Stop by Edge of Urge, Unlikely Professionals, So&So Books, Two Roosters, and more retailers in the area while enjoying local bevs — stay tuned for more info.
Community
  • Stay safe on turkey day with a few tips from the Raleigh Fire Department, including “don’t cook if you can’t look” and precautions for frying a turkey. Use this guide for more ways to stay safe and still get dinner on the table.
Active
  • Ready to get in on the pickleball craze? The City of Raleigh is hosting a free beginner clinic on Monday, Nov. 27 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the City Plaza pop-up court — get in on the fastest-growing sport and take your skills to courts around the city.
Civic
Sports
  • Encourage your family to secure their NC Courage 2024 season tickets and start racking up membership perks (like huge merch discounts + access to the best seats in the stadium.) Become a season ticket member today for as little as $13 per match.*
Seasonal
Shop
  • Have you heard of the “Target Phenomenon” — why people can’t leave Target without a cartful of goodies? Brad’s Deals explains 11 reasons to love Target.*
 
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🦃 Take some whisks in the kitchen

Get culinary inspiration from must-have local cookbooks
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Learn to make Poole’s delectable homegrown tomato pie from home. | Photo by Johnny Autry
Thanksgiving menu got you stumped? Take a page from some Raleigh chefs’ books, literally.

“Homes in the Hometowns” from Got to Be NC | This down-home recipe handbook features dishes from small NC towns submitted by farmers, agribusiness owners, and staff from the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services.

“Poole’s” by Ashley Christensen and “It’s Always Freezer Season” by Christensen + Kaitlyn Goalen | Read stories and whip up comfort foods as seen in Christensen’s iconic Poole’s Diner, or take your pick from 100 make-ahead recipes for easy dinners.

“This Will Make It Taste Good” + “Deep Run Roots” by Vivian Howard | Make simple food exciting and explore recipes with this award-winning author, TV personality, and chef. Pro tip: Watch this Southern chef work her magic on “A Chef’s Life” on PBS.

“Whole Hog BBQ: The Gospel of Carolina Barbecue” by Sam Jones | Featuring recipes from Skylight Inn and Sam Jones BBQ, become your own pitmaster and read stories from Jones’ barbecue lineage in this handbook featuring 20 family recipes.

PS: Don’t miss our recipe box to make other delicious dishes from local chefs, bartenders, and readers.
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