Our "Holidays Around the World" program is an educational event that will explore how different cultures celebrate holidays and traditions. Often focusing on themes like family, food, and celebrations. Winter celebrations around the globe will bring the community together. Location: Barwell Road Park Cost: Free Ages: 0 - 12
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Present: Moore Square Winterfaire, a European style Christmas Market/Festival. Winterfaire is a 4-day annual festival featuring 60+ vendors, a food truck rodeo, Live Bands, Santa, S’mores, a Beer Garden, and more! Learn more
Let's bring soul and good times to John Chavis Memorial Park and celebrate the holidays with joy and laughter. Festive, jolly, and bright activities will be spread throughout the entire inside and outside of the center for the family to enjoy. Activities will include, but are not limited to, themed rooms, inflatables, photo opportunities, crafts, carol-oke, light holiday-themed refreshments, live entertainment, and beautiful decorations. Location: John Chavis Memorial Park Ages: All Cost: Free
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Present: Moore Square Winterfaire, a European style Christmas Market/Festival. Winterfaire is a 4-day annual festival featuring 60+ vendors, a food truck rodeo, Live Bands, Santa, S’mores, a Beer Garden, and more! Learn more
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Present: Moore Square Winterfaire, a European style Christmas Market/Festival. Winterfaire is a 4-day annual festival featuring 60+ vendors, a food truck rodeo, Live Bands, Santa, S’mores, a Beer Garden, and more! Learn more
Bring your swimsuit, towel, and a camera, and take a dip in the pool with Santa! We will have elves running holiday-themed activities in and out of the pool. Santa will be here to hear all of your Christmas wishes! Location: Pullen Aquatic Center Date: Saturday, Dec. 20 Time: noon - 4 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Pool Admission Fees Vary
Join the Raleigh Human Relations Commission for the annual National Day of Racial Healing Event! When? Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 6-8 p.m. Where? City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601 Register on Eventbrite (TBD) All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided. Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national observance on the Tuesday after Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This event is an opportunity to bring ALL people together and inspire collective action to build common ground for a better world. This year’s event will feature a panel discussion, a collective mural painting, and free food and drink. Language support will be provided. To learn more about the Raleigh Human Relations Commission, visit Human Relations Commission.
After the success of last year's Holly Jolly Raleigh Prom for Adults, tickets are now available for our Mardi Gras Masquerade Prom for Adults on Feb. 7, 2026! We’re hosting a vibrant, masquerade-style evening where adults (21+) can get glammed up and celebrate Mardi Gras in style with music, masks, and magic all night long. Attendees will dance the night away to beats from our DJ, sip on adult beverages from local vendors at our cash bar, enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and indulge in festive mocktails crafted by talented mixologists on-site. Every registration supports the Raleigh Parks Play It Forward Financial Assistance Program, helping individuals and families play for a lifetime. Location: The Chapel at Dix Park Ages: 21 and older Cost: $40 Get Tickets on RecLink