Anticipating a magical holiday season in Durham? Our guide has you covered for all the festive activities! For both Durham residents and visitors, this guide is your roadmap to the city's holiday delights.
In downtown Durham, the Holiday Parade lights up the streets with festive floats, music, and community spirit, providing a joyful start to the season. The Tree Lighting at CCB Plaza, known for its enchanting display of lights, transforms the plaza into a winter wonderland. And definitely don't forget the Tower and Tree Lighting, which creates a stunning evening atmosphere as the city comes alive with twinkling decorations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Durham
- The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show
- The Hip Hop Nutcracker
- A Christmas Carol - Theatre in the Park at DPAC
- Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
- Durham Symphony's Holiday Pops Concert
- Santa Paws
- Durham Arts Council's Durham Art Walk Holiday Market
- Wool E. Bull's Winter Wonderland
- Golden Belt Holiday Art Market
- Shop Small Saturday in Durham
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Durham Events Events
The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show (Durham) • 0.2 miles
A holiday spectacle of comedy, music, and brand-new songs.
The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Durham) • 0.2 miles
Hip hop dance meets Tchaikovsky's classic score
A Christmas Carol - Theatre in the Park at DPAC (Durham) • 0.2 miles
A beloved holiday musical comedy tradition celebrating over 50 years.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (Durham) • 0.2 miles
International cast and Ukrainian Principal Artists performing classical ballet.
Durham Symphony's Holiday Pops Concert (Durham) • 0.3 miles
Annual Holiday Pops concert by the Durham Symphony Orchestra
Santa Paws (Durham) • 0.3 miles
Holiday fun for pets and their owners
Durham Arts Council's Durham Art Walk Holiday Market (Durham) • 0.4 miles
Showcasing local artists and handmade crafts.
Wool E. Bull's Winter Wonderland (Durham) • 0.4 miles
Walk-through holiday light event with synchronized music
Golden Belt Holiday Art Market (Durham) • 0.5 miles
Over 25 local artists and resident creators
Shop Small Saturday in Durham (Durham) • 0.5 miles
Local artisans and makers showcasing handmade gifts
Holiday Hoopla Market at Liberty Arts Studios (Durham) • 0.6 miles
Virtual art fair with live studio demos
Durham Holiday Parade (Durham) • 0.9 miles
Festive procession with hometown bands and community groups
Holidays in the Park at Museum of Life and Science (Durham) • 2.4 miles
Illuminating train ride through dazzling light displays
Black Nativity Durham in Concert (Durham) • 2.7 miles
Soulful gospel celebration of Christ's birth
Christmas by Candlelight at Duke Homestead (Durham) • 3.1 miles
Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas
Christmas Candlelight Tour Program at Bennett Place Historic Site (Durham) • 4.9 miles
Historic site illuminated for a festive holiday experience
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