☃️ Top December events | There’s a chill in the air, cheer throughout town, and a pep in our step. Get your calendar out for Raleigh’s top December events — with more than just holiday fun.
🎄 4 Raleigh farms | Explore four Raleigh farms that have the fresh, real Christmas trees you’re looking for. Plus, learn how to pick out the best tree for you.
🛫 New 2025 RDU flights | Raleigh-Durham International Airport added new destinations, so we’ve put together a roundup of new RDU flights available.
Celebrate the Holidays at Moore Square | 11 a.m. | Moore Square | Free | Enjoy an afternoon of family fun with performances, food trucks, and activities for the kids.
The Holiday Market | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | NC Museum of Art | Free | Browse the museum’s art while shopping from local artisans.
Raleigh Foodie Fare | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Raleigh Iron Works | Free | Show up hungry to this mini food truck rodeo featuring food + art vendors, drinks, and more.
Mocha mousse. That’s Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, which was selected through global research and analysis to reflect “our desire for comfort” and “the indulgence of simple pleasures.” See if you can spy any mocha mousse shades in these 19 murals around Raleigh.
Travel
Southwest fliers should get their ginger ale while they can. This week the airline began to end its cabin service earlier — at an altitude of 18,000 ft — to reduce injuries. It’s all good — there are plenty of food and drink options at RDU before you board. (Fast Company)
Ranked
Raleighites have more fun. We ranked No. 44 in WalletHub’s list of “Most Fun Cities in America” based on metrics like movie cost and the hours our breweries are open. Find more ways to play around town.
The Word
Oxford University Press announced its pick for Word of the Year — “brain rot.” Other finalists included “lore,” “dynamic pricing,” and “slop.” Counter the brain rot by touching grass at a local park or heading to one of these 10+ museums in Raleigh. (Time Magazine)
Real Estate
More people moved to the South than any other region in 2024, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors. It also shares the top reasons why movers chose a specific area, including proximity to loved ones, home price, and taxes. Newcomer? Read our guide to becoming a Raleighite.
Shop
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Finance
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Tech
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❄️ How to winter in Raleigh
Find out just how cold Oak City will be this winter. | Photo by RALtoday
We know the question on your mind, Raleighites — is it going to snow this year? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in Raleigh for December, January, and February.
While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what winter will bring.
Reminder: The first day of winter is Saturday, Dec. 21.
December
Temperatures in December usually fall around 52.7° and don’t typically exceed 59.7° or drop below 38.3°. With a possibility of a drier winter, December may not see as much sleet or snow as you prep for the holidays. Since December has the shortest days of the year, make the most of your daylight hours by finding your home away from homethat doesn’t involve work.
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Happy Saturday, Raleigh. If you’re a planner like me, then you’re already securing plans for New Year’s Eve. I’m considering a very local option by bringing in 2025 at Poole’s Diner with a five-course meal. Decisions, decisions.
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