Thursday
NOVEMBER 12
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the Park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
See event
Wine Tasting at WELD Wine & Beer
WELD Wine & Beer · 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 301
Weekly Thursday wine tasting at WELD Wine & Beer in Lochmere Pavilion.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Mama Voula’s
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Momomandu
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Vino & Tap Food Truck: Robert’s Table
Vino & Tap · 307 S Academy St
Food truck at Vino & Tap. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
7:00 PM
FILM
Ticketed
The Usual Suspects
The Cary Theater · 122 E Chatham St
The 1995 Oscar-winning crime thriller about con man Verbal Kint's account of the mythic crime lord Keyser Soze. Part of The Cary Theater's new Fractured Minds and Fake Realities series…
7:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
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A Capella Concert
Downtown Cary Park · 327 S Academy St
An a capella concert at Downtown Cary Park.
Friday
NOVEMBER 13
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Las Gringas
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Merkato Cafe Ethiopian
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: Emily Musolino
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
6:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Vino & Tap Food Truck: Pinoy BBQ
Vino & Tap · 307 S Academy St
Food truck at Vino & Tap. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
Saturday
NOVEMBER 14
9:00 AM
Free
Cary Farmers Market
Downtown Cary Park
Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Shop a wonderful lineup of vendors offering locally made and locally…
11:00 AM
Free
The GRL Market
Waverly Place · 302 Colonades Way
The GRL Market, a market event at Waverly Place.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Cheesesteak Factory
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Baltic Bites
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
4:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Downtown Cary Park Food Truck: Tacos Neza
Downtown Cary Park · 327 S Academy St
Food truck at Downtown Cary Park. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Vino & Tap Food Truck: Tacos Tigres
Vino & Tap · 307 S Academy St
Food truck at Vino & Tap. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
7:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC
See event
Marvelous Music: Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra
Cary Arts Center · 101 Dry Ave
Bluegrass concert at the Cary Arts Center.
Sunday
NOVEMBER 15
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: NC Burger
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: The Blue Window
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
2:00 PM
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Grateful for Good Dogs: Dog Obedience
Downtown Cary Park
Build a stronger bond with your pup in this 4-week obedience mini-series with All Dogs Allowed. Learn essential skills like loose-leash walking, polite greetings, and coming when called in a…
4:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
See event
Paint the Page Reception
Page-Walker Arts & History Center · 119 Ambassador Loop
Public reception honoring all Paint the Page participants, with a $100 best-in-show prize and five $50 judges' choice prizes awarded. Friends, family, and the public are invited.
Monday
NOVEMBER 16
9:00 AM
FAMILY & KIDS
Free
Letters to Santa
Downtown Cary Park · 327 S Academy St
Drop letters to Santa in the Santa Mailbox on Academy Plaza by December 6.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Panas Flavors
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: HolyMole
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
$30
11/16 Christmas Market Cruise and Wine Pairing Event!
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Close your eyes. You’re on a river cruise through Germany. Christmas markets glow on the riverbanks. Your glass is full. We’re bringing that feeling to RBF on Monday, November 16th…
Tuesday
NOVEMBER 17
10:00 AM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
Toddler Tuesday: Falling for Fun
Downtown Cary Park
Tumble into fun with The Little Gym Cary! This high-energy indoor gymnastics class keeps kids warm while they build strength, boost confidence, and learn new skills through playful movement and…
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the Park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Arepa Culture
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Wing Run
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
Wednesday
NOVEMBER 18
2:00 PM
See event
Build Your Own Lasagna Planter
Downtown Cary Park
Build your own lasagna planter with DCP horticulturist Patrick McMillan. Learn the art of layering successive layers of bulbs to bring long-lasting color to your landscape or patio from January…
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Curry In a Hurry
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Evros Mediterranean Grill
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:30 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
See event
Mosaic Coasters
Downtown Cary Park
Explore the process of mosaics to create a colorful coaster in this hands-on workshop. All supplies are included. Only registered participants may attend; registration is required through the park.
7:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
Free
Music Bingo at WELD Wine & Beer
WELD Wine & Beer · 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 301
Weekly Music Bingo at WELD Wine & Beer in Lochmere Pavilion. Free to play, with prizes.
Thursday
NOVEMBER 19
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the Park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
See event
Wine Tasting at WELD Wine & Beer
WELD Wine & Beer · 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 301
Weekly Thursday wine tasting at WELD Wine & Beer in Lochmere Pavilion.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Soulfood Rescue
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: BareBakedPizza
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Vino & Tap Food Truck: Tashi’s Kitchen
Vino & Tap · 307 S Academy St
Food truck at Vino & Tap. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
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Mahjong & Mingle
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
Join Mahjong & Mingle at Fenton. Beginner Lesson $40, Open Play $20.
6:30 PM
Free
Trivia Night
Downtown Cary Park
Trivia at the Bark Bar hosted by Hammered Trivia. Free, ages 18 and up.
7:00 PM
FILM
Ticketed
Memento
The Cary Theater · 122 E Chatham St
Christopher Nolan's 2000 mystery-thriller following Leonard Shelby, who can remember nothing for more than a few minutes after his wife's murder. Second film in the Fractured Minds and Fake Realities…
Friday
NOVEMBER 20
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Tombachi
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
3:30 PM
See event
Build Your Own Lasagna Planter
Downtown Cary Park
Build your own lasagna planter with DCP horticulturist Patrick McMillan. Learn the art of layering successive layers of bulbs to bring long-lasting color to your landscape or patio from January…
5:00 PM
Free
Cary Night Market
Downtown Cary Park
Discover a vibrant showcase of locally-crafted treasures while immersing yourself in an evening of music and entertainment at the Cary Night Market, organized by The Night Market Co. Join Triangle…
5:00 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Waverly Tree Lighting
Waverly Place · 302 Colonades Way
Waverly Place lights its tree with live music from The Embers featuring Craig Woolard and free photos with Santa.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Jolly Sandwich Company
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Vino & Tap Food Truck: Chirba Chirba
Vino & Tap · 307 S Academy St
Food truck at Vino & Tap. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
6:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Teen Art Cart – Zines and Collage
Downtown Cary Park
Drop by for a lively Teen Art Cart, a free drop-in program inviting teens to connect, unwind, and create. This edition features hands-on zine-making plus collage and art journaling supplies.…
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: Relay Relay
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
7:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
See event
Bobby Alu at WELD Wine & Beer
WELD Wine & Beer · 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 301
Live music by Bobby Alu at WELD Wine & Beer.
8:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
See event
Comedy Show with Lace Larrabee
The Cary Theater · 122 E Chatham St
Stand-up comedy at The Cary Theater.
Saturday
NOVEMBER 21
9:00 AM
HOLIDAY
See event
Holiday Arts & Craft Fair
Cary Senior Center · 120 Maury Odell Pl
Handmade gifts and decorations from local artists age 50 and over. Coffee and refreshments for purchase; shuttles from additional parking.
9:00 AM
Free
Cary Farmers Market
Downtown Cary Park
Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Shop a wonderful lineup of vendors offering locally made and locally…
11:00 AM
HOLIDAY
Free
Triangle Pop Up Handcrafted Holiday Market
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
12:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
Harvest Fest
Good Hope Farm · 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road
Good Hope Farm's harvest festival with eco-conscious vendors, local food, and sustainable living booths.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Bulkogi Korean Tacos
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Cartel Tacos
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
3:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live and Local!: Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra and Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble
Downtown Cary Park
Experience an afternoon of swing featuring the nationally-recognized Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble and award-winning Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra. These talented young musicians showcase big band classics and modern jazz standards.…
3:00 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Light the Square
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: Heather Rogers
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
7:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
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Bobby Alu at South Line Brewing
South Line Brewing · 518 Old Apex Rd
Live music by Bobby Alu at South Line Brewing.
Sunday
NOVEMBER 22
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Baton Rouge Cuisine
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Tashi’s Kitchen NC
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
2:00 PM
See event
Grateful for Good Dogs: Dog Obedience
Downtown Cary Park
Build a stronger bond with your pup in this 4-week obedience mini-series with All Dogs Allowed. Learn essential skills like loose-leash walking, polite greetings, and coming when called in a…
Monday
NOVEMBER 23
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: L & C Grill
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: DrunkenFoodTruck
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
Tuesday
NOVEMBER 24
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Bond Brothers Food Truck: Beef Street and a Pig
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Food truck at Bond Brothers. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
5:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
food for purchase
Fortnight Brewing Food Truck: Merkato Cafe Ethiopian
Fortnight Brewing · 1006 SW Maynard Rd
Food truck at Fortnight Brewing. See the source page for the menu and any schedule changes.
Wednesday
NOVEMBER 25
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
22 Strings
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Live music at RBF, Cary's champagne bar on East Chatham Street. Live music at RBF is always free.
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: 22 Strings
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
Thursday
NOVEMBER 26
12:00 PM
FOOD & DRINK
$139
Thanksgiving at Herons
The Umstead · 100 Woodland Pond Drive
Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene, a five-time James Beard Award semifinalist, presents a four-course plated Thanksgiving dinner with a choice of entree and family-style sides to share, at Herons. $139…
Saturday
NOVEMBER 28
11:00 AM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: Ashley Robinson
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
Sunday
NOVEMBER 29
2:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
$39 - $59
Handmade Holiday Gifts: Make & Take at Fenton’s Igloo
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
Make artisan soy candles and luxurious goat's milk soaps in one creative afternoon. Guided step-by-step, customize with fragrances and decorative elements. No experience necessary.
2:00 PM
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Grateful for Good Dogs: Dog Obedience
Downtown Cary Park
Build a stronger bond with your pup in this 4-week obedience mini-series with All Dogs Allowed. Learn essential skills like loose-leash walking, polite greetings, and coming when called in a…
3:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Heather Rogers
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Live music at RBF, Cary's champagne bar on East Chatham Street. Live music at RBF is always free.
3:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Live Music at RBF: Heather Rogers
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Free live music at RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in downtown Cary.
Monday
NOVEMBER 30
6:00 PM
HOLIDAY
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Tinsel Tavern: Holiday Mixology
Sports & Social Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
A holiday mixology class at Fenton's Tinsel Tavern pop-up, presented by Dulce Vida Tequila, at Sports & Social. A ticket is required and includes entry and a mixology lesson with…
Tuesday
DECEMBER 1
10:00 AM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
Toddler Tuesday: Storytime with Santa’s Helpers
Downtown Cary Park
Welcome two of Santa's elves to the park! Enjoy a merry storytime with friends from Picture Perfect Princess, create holiday-themed crafts, and write letters to Santa for the elves to…
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
5:00 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Santa Paws
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
6:30 PM
HOLIDAY
See event
Calligraphy Christmas Card
Downtown Cary Park
Bring the magic of the season to your holiday cards with beautiful hand-lettering! In this festive class, you'll learn beginner-friendly calligraphy techniques and create elegant, personalized Christmas cards. All materials…
Thursday
DECEMBER 3
12:00 AM
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It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Cary Arts Center · 101 Dry Ave
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
6:30 PM
HOLIDAY
See event
Cookie Decorating Class
The Igloo at Fenton
Join a ticketed cookie decorating class at The Igloo at Fenton. The ticket price was not listed.
7:30 PM
HOLIDAY
Ticketed
Legacy of Jazz: My Favorite Things
The Cary Theater · 122 E Chatham St
Live concert with vocalist and cellist Shana Tucker and pianist and bandleader Christian Tamburr presenting their 4th annual My Favorite Things program, featuring holiday favorites, new arrangements, and special guests.…
Friday
DECEMBER 4
5:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
A Peter Rabbit Christmas
Downtown Cary Park
Join Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and all of the animals in Mr. McGregor's garden patch as they search for Peter Rabbit in this light-hearted Christmas mystery. A co-production between Applause! Cary Youth…
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Azul
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Live music at RBF, Cary's champagne bar on East Chatham Street. Live music at RBF is always free.
7:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Ticketed
Legacy of Jazz: My Favorite Things
The Cary Theater · 122 E Chatham St
Shana Tucker and the Christian Tamburr Trio perform swinging songs of the season as part of the Legacy of Jazz series, now in its fourth year of My Favorite Things…
7:30 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
A Peter Rabbit Christmas
Downtown Cary Park
Join Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and all of the animals in Mr. McGregor's garden patch as they search for Peter Rabbit in this light-hearted Christmas mystery. A co-production between Applause! Cary Youth…
Saturday
DECEMBER 5
9:00 AM
HOLIDAY
Free
Tree Lighting Celebration
Downtown Cary Park · 327 S Academy St
All-day free holiday kickoff: Cary Farmers Holiday Market (9 AM-12 PM), Photos with Santa (10 AM-5 PM), Holiday Vendor Market, Reindeer Games, Snowball Fight Area, community performances, leading to Cary's…
9:00 AM
Free
Cary Farmers Market
Downtown Cary Park
Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Shop a wonderful lineup of vendors offering locally made and locally…
9:00 AM
See event
2026 Jingle Bell Run
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
Join the 2026 Jingle Bell Run at Fenton. Registration is through the event page.
10:00 AM
FAMILY & KIDS
Free
Photos with Santa
Downtown Cary Park
Step into a winter wonderland for Photos with Santa at the park! Bring your family, strike a pose with Santa Claus, and soak in the joy of the season amidst…
11:00 AM
Free
The GRL Market
Waverly Place · 302 Colonades Way
The GRL Market, a market event at Waverly Place.
2:00 PM
HOLIDAY
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Victorian Christmas at the Page-Walker
Page-Walker Arts & History Center · 119 Ambassador Loop
19th-century-inspired Christmas fun at the historic 1870s hotel decked out in holiday splendor. Carolers in Dickensian costume, kids Christmas craft, festive cookies and cider. Fun for the whole family.
6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC
Free
Mysti Mayhem
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar · 210 East Chatham Street, Suite 10
Live music at RBF, Cary's champagne bar on East Chatham Street. Live music at RBF is always free.
Sunday
DECEMBER 6
12:00 PM
Free
Cary Underground Market
Bond Brothers · 202 E Cedar St
Monthly market and concert series from The MAKRS Society with 40+ local vendors, food trucks, coffee, and beer and wine from Bond Brothers. The December 6 music act is Noah…
2:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
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Meet the Artists: Fine Arts League of Cary Member’s Show
Page-Walker Arts & History Center · 119 Ambassador Loop
Meet the artists of the Fine Arts League of Cary Member's Show, on display at Page-Walker from November 12, 2026 to January 2, 2027.
2:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
A Peter Rabbit Christmas
Downtown Cary Park
Join Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and all of the animals in Mr. McGregor's garden patch as they search for Peter Rabbit in this light-hearted Christmas mystery. A co-production between Applause! Cary Youth…
5:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
See event
A Peter Rabbit Christmas
Downtown Cary Park
Join Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and all of the animals in Mr. McGregor's garden patch as they search for Peter Rabbit in this light-hearted Christmas mystery. A co-production between Applause! Cary Youth…
Monday
DECEMBER 7
4:30 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
Free
Children’s BINGO
Downtown Cary Park
Join the excitement at drop-in Children's BINGO in the park! Little ones can enjoy a thrilling time of laughter and surprises with the classic game, friendly competition, and chances to…
5:30 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Hanukkah Menorah Lighting
Downtown Cary Park · 327 S Academy St
Community menorah lighting on the 3rd night of Hanukkah. Kids' activity, holiday music, sweet treat, menorah lighting. Free, all ages.
6:00 PM
HOLIDAY
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Tinsel Tavern: Holiday Paint & Sip
Sports & Social Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
A holiday paint & sip at Fenton's Tinsel Tavern pop-up at Sports & Social. A ticket is required and includes entry and painting supplies.
Tuesday
DECEMBER 8
10:00 AM
FAMILY & KIDS
Free
Photos with Santa
Downtown Cary Park
Step into a winter wonderland for Photos with Santa at the park! Bring your family, strike a pose with Santa Claus, and soak in the joy of the season amidst…
12:00 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
Free
Art Cart
Downtown Cary Park
Let your creativity bloom with the Art Cart in the park! Enjoy free art offerings including Park Art crafts for everyone and Art Your Way supplies for kids to unleash…
1:00 PM
FAMILY & KIDS
Free
Photos with Santa: Sensory-Friendly
Downtown Cary Park
A calming winter wonderland tailored for everyone to enjoy! Lights are softened, music is tuned to a soothing level, and capacity is lowered for a comfortable sensory-friendly experience. Free and…
5:00 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Santa Paws
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
Wednesday
DECEMBER 9
2:00 PM
HOLIDAY
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Holiday Tradition and Connections to the Holidays
Downtown Cary Park
Join DCP Horticulturist and Naturalist Patrick McMillan for an exploration of the lore and legends connected to natural items associated with winter holidays. This outdoor walking class meets at Guest…
5:00 PM
HOLIDAY
Free
Menorah Lighting with Chabad of Cary
Fenton · 201 Fenton Gateway Dr
6:30 PM
ARTS & CULTURE
See event
Festive Winter Wreath Making
Downtown Cary Park
Get into the holiday spirit with a cheerful wreath-making workshop! Using fresh greenery, seasonal accents, and a dash of creativity, you'll design your own beautiful wreath to take home. Perfect…