The holiday season in Durham is pure magic — twinkling lights, cozy cocoa, and family traditions that make memories to last all year. Macaroni KID Durham is your go-to guide for everything merry and bright — from festive events and dazzling light displays to Santa visits and local holiday fun. Explore our list below and make this a season your family will never forget.
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Upcoming Holiday Events and Santa Visits in Durham
Looking for parades, tree lightings, Santa photo ops, and holiday markets? We’ve got you covered! These family-friendly holiday events in Durham are the perfect way to celebrate the season.
These events are offered most days in December and are NOT included in the Special Events calendar below:
- Festibull of Lights at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- Winter Wonderland at Spring Haven Farm
- Photos with Santa at the Streets at Southpoint
- Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops Cary
Please note: We will keep updating this guide as new events are announced. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often for the latest!
Scroll down within the frame below to view all the events. Click on an event title to view details and save it to your google or apple calendar.
Some of these events are weather-dependent or may sell out. Always confirm details before heading out.
👉 Check back often, as we’re adding more events in Durham all season long!
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Looking for more options for fun? Check Macaroni KID's local event calendars:
Durham ~ Chapel Hill ~ Cary ~ Burlington/Hillsborough
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