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Sculpture in the Garden

North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill

Through December 8. Sculpture in the Garden unites the work of local artists with the native plant landscapes of the North Carolina Botanical Garden. This year’s show features over 80.

Art Cart

Downtown Cary Park 327 S. Academy Street, Cary

Most Tuesdays and Thursdays in November and December; visit the website for dates and times. Kids of all ages let their creativity bloom with a craft in Park Art or.

Winter Wonderland Pop-Up

AVA Rooftop Bar 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary

November 14–December 28. Immerse yourself in tinsel and twinkling lights, holiday-inspired cocktails and small bites, several unique holiday photo opportunities and private igloos for reservation at AVA Rooftop Bar atop.

“Carmina Burana”

Raleigh Memorial Auditorium 2 E. South Street, Raleigh

November 21–24. Embrace the complexities of the human experience with Lynne Taylor-Corbett’s “Carmina Burana.” Follow the Wall Street story of a working-class man whose life transforms after a lottery win. This adaptation by.

Ongoing

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

Koka Booth Amphitheatre 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary

See over 50 handcrafted LED lantern displays at Koka Booth Amphitheatre. Cultural performances are featured nightly between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m.

The Dessertery

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 2 E. South Street, Raleigh

Indulge yourself in a holiday-themed dessert cafe featuring live entertainment and Santa on select nights at Kennedy Theater. Tickets are $29 for ages 7 and up, $15 for ages 2–6.

Turkey Trot 5K Run

Apex Community Park 2200 Laura Duncan Road, Apex

Chase down that turkey on a scenic course at Apex Community Park. Take part in a competitive or recreational 5K in either the youth or adult division. Register online.

Mac Barnett: Holiday Kickoff Storytime

Quail Ridge Books 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh

Come dressed in your best holiday sweaters for an event featuring treats, activities, decorations and a special storytime with award-winning author Mac Barnett. Tickets are required and include two seats.

American Indian Heritage Celebration

North Carolina Museum of History 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh

Take the family for demonstrations, presentations and performances that highlight the traditional and contemporary contributions of American Indians in North Carolina. The celebration takes place outdoors on Bicentennial Plaza between.

Kids Holiday Craft Fair

Halle Cultural Arts Center 237 North Salem Street, Apex

Young entrepreneurs ages 3–18 offer handmade items at the Halle Cultural Arts Center.

Light the Square at Fenton

Fenton 201 Fenton Gateway Dr., Cary

Fenton lights its tree square with ice skating and old-fashioned carriage rides around the property. Santa will be there, too, in his very own igloo—ready for family photos.

Candy Cane Lane

Downtown Zebulon

Zebulon turns on the holiday charm with live entertainment, holiday displays, food trucks and more.