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101 North Carolina Festivals

Whatever the occasion, you’ll find a festival for it

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Dec 19

Ellaberry Llama Farm

Christmas at Ellaberry Llama Farm

Interact with festive holiday llamas and alpacas at this unique Christmas experience.
Nov 27 – Dec 23

Denton FarmPark

Country Christmas Train

Come and enjoy an evening at the Denton FarmPark for Christmas!
Dec 1 – Dec 23

Billy Graham Library

Christmas at the Library

Create treasured memories with your family and friends through Christ-centered festivities, joyful carolers, twinkling light displays, and inspiring exhibits.
Nov 27 – Dec 23

Lu Mil Vineyard

Lu Mil Vineyard Festival of Lights

Join us for this festive celebration and make lasting memories with your loved ones!
Nov 27 – Dec 27

Highlanders Farm

Highlanders Farm Christmas Drive Thru

Experience the Magic of Christmas at Highlanders Farm!
Dec 28

AJ Fletcher Opera Theater

UJIMA-A Kwanzaa Celebration

Enjoy a free celebration of culture, history, art, music, genealogy, and community.
Nov 27 – Dec 30

Tweetsie Railroad

Tweetsie Christmas

Step into a Wild West Christmas town at Tweetsie Railroad on select evenings November 27–29; December 4–6, 11–13, 18–23 and 26–30, 2026!
Nov 27 – Dec 30

Tweetsie Railroad

Tweetsie Christmas Opens

Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a winter wonderland for Tweetsie Christmas!
Nov 27 – Dec 30

Tweetsie Railroad

Tweetsie Christmas

Step into a Wild West Christmas town at Tweetsie Railroad on select evenings November 27–29; December 4–6, 11–13, 18–23 and 26–30, 2026!
Dec 30

Atlantic Beach Circle

Annual Smoke on the Water Bonfire

Warm up your winter at Atlantic Beach’s Annual Smoke on the Water Bonfire at the Cirlce on December 30.
Oct 10 – Dec 31

Grovewood Gallery

No Rain, No Flowers: The Art of Taylor Robenalt

No Rain, No Flowers, a solo exhibition by Taylor Robenalt, will be on view October 10–December 31 at Grovewood Gallery.
Nov 14 – Dec 31

Grovewood Gallery

Top of Their Game: Handcrafted Games by Master Makers

Rediscover the joy of play at Top of Their Game: Handcrafted Games by Master Makers, on view November 14–December 31 at Grovewood Gallery.
Nov 18 – Dec 31

Hillsborough Gallery of Arts

The Art of Giving

Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show, The Art of Giving, from November 18th through December 31st with a holiday reception on November 27th from 6-9pm.
Dec 31

Downtown Elizabeth City

Light Up Your New Year

We invite you to flood the streets with light as we march into the New Year together during our city’s second annual lantern parade!
Dec 31 – Jan 1

Appalachian Ski Mountain

New Year’s Eve Extravaganza at App Ski Mountain

Torchlight skiing, moonlight ice skating, restaurant specials, & fireworks!
Jan 1

Atlantic Beach Circle

23rd Annual Penguin Plunge

Mark your calendars and get ready to have a blast!
Nov 28 – Jan 3

Newport Community Park

Winter Wonderland & Ice Skate Rink

Lace up your skates and get ready for some winter fun!
Jan 9

Wake Forest Renaissance Centre

Stars of the Forest Talent Showcase

Celebrate the incredible talent of your friends and neighbors!
Jan 18

Downtown Elizabethtown

38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade

The line-up starts at 9:00 a.m., kick-off 11:00 a.m.
Jan 26

Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center, Carteret Community College

Escoffier Dinner Series Night 3!

Get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure while supporting the next generation of talented chefs and hospitality professionals at Carteret Community College!
Jan 29 – Jan 30

North Carolina Museum of Art

African American Cultural Celebration

The African American Cultural Celebration is held on the last Saturday of January and serves as the statewide kickoff to Black History Month in North Carolina.
Jan 30

Union County Agricultural and Events Center

Gardens Begin with a Dream

A garden design symposium presented by NC Extension and the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Union County at the Union County Agricultural and Event Center in Monroe, NC.
Jan 30

First Presbyterian Church

Arianna String Quartet – American Music Festival

Prepare for an evening of extraordinary music with the Arianna String Quartet, one of America’s premier chamber ensembles.
Nov 27 – Jan 31

Chetola Resort

Festival of Lights at Chetola Resort

Close to 30,000 holiday illuminations light up Chetola beginning at dusk.

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An Education in Native American Culture

Robeson County schools merge education and Lumbee traditions

2026 Finest Salon/Barbershop

Floyd’s City Barber Shop

2026 Finest Winery

Duplin Winery

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‘Expert Tree Feller’ Causes Randolph EMC Outage

Crews responded to repair damage done by an industrious beaver

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‘First Snow Impression’

Art by Daniel Wall

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‘After the Storm’

Art by Hannah Cole

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‘Bee Cities’ are Making the World Safer for Pollinators

National project promotes native flowers, shrubs and trees

Carolina Living

‘Fall’ In Love with Autumn Recipes

Use watermelon to create a flavorful twist on classic dishes

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‘Field of Dreams’ to Provide Hands-on Ag Experience for Fairgoers

North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives sponsoring NC State Fair exhibit

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‘Global warming’

Gazing globes grace gardens in unusual ways

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‘Golf’ with a Shotgun

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