Triangle Holiday Guide | Kids' Events & Family Destinations in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill & Beyond


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Holiday Guide to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill & Beyond!l

Ready for holiday fun in the Triangle?

Celebrate the season with our roundup of family-friendly events and fun destinations from the Mountains to the Sea. Enjoy a kid-friendly traveling exhibit or performance in the Triangle. Head out for holiday ice skating at three of the Triangle’s shopping centers to benefit the Raleigh Rescue Mission for Raleigh’s poor. Find out where to track Santa on Christmas Eve and play holiday games now!

In the spirit of the seaon, follow these tips for keeping the holidays simple, and giving back to the Triangle community.

Strapped for time but need some tasty gifts for neighbors? Check out these quick, homemade holiday treats. How about cuddling up with stories about the holidays? See our editor's picks for magical kids books this season.

Plus, enter our contests to win great prizes. Visit Our Bloggers Corner below to find out how Santa is playing out in Triangle homes.

Kid-Friendly Holiday fun fills the Triangle area of North Carolina

Ring in the Triangle Holiday Season!


	The Triangle and its surroundings offer tons of holiday fun, from Santa Sightings and Tree Lightings to great holiday destinations!


	Christmas Extravaganza Lights Up the Neuse!
	Raleigh on Ice Offers Holiday Ice Skating Fun
	The Nutcracker & Broadway Meet in Holiday Spectacular
	Downtown Raleigh Hosts a Winter Wonderland
	Holiday Events & Destinations from Mountains to the Sea
	Visit CarolinaParent.com's Daily Calendar For More Fun!

Blend Traditions, Save Money & More!


			Discover how to blend traditions from Mom & Dad. And check out our tipping guide and money-saving tips for holiday preparations!


	Blending Faiths, Families & Traditions
	Good Manners: A Gift For The Holidays and Beyond
	Money-Saving Tips for Holiday Preparations
	How Much Should You Tip for the Holidays?

Holiday Recipes, Crafts & Festive Ideas!


			Too tired for holiday baking? Check out our easy chocolate treat recipe. Fashion a Vanderbilt-inspired ribbon wreath. And see our fun suggestions to ring in the New Year with kids!


	Holiday Traditions At the Table: Ours & Yours
	Fashion a Vanderbilt-Inspired Ribbon Wreath
	Shortcut: Rich Chocolate Treats for the Holidays!
	Ring in the New Year with Kids!

To Santa or Not? Our Bloggers Speculate!


			Do your kids believe in Santa? Our bloggers tell how Santa and Christmas play out at home. Plus, see Tivi's great DIY gift ideas.


	To Santa, or Not?
	The Christmas Collage
	DIY Gift Idea: Custom Napkin Rings & Homemade Calendars!
	Fielding Questions About Santa & Magic!

How does Santa deliver all
those gifts in one night?

Answering Santa Questions: Advice From Mental Health Experts
Fielding some tricky Santa questions?

Gain advice for answering questions about Santa and magic from experts at the Lucy Daniels Center for Early Childhood.

And. discover the science behind Santa's sleigh from a local engineering professor who just came back from a stay at the North Pole!

Celebrate the real meaning
of the season

Simplify and Give Back to the Triangle: Volunteering in Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill

Wish you could simplify the holidays and give back to your community?

Teach your kids your kids to care about others less fortunate:

Giving to the Triangle Community

Simplify & Put the Jolly Back in the Holidays!