Apex Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Apex and surrounding areas
Apex transforms for the Christmas season with bright Christmas lights and a variety of festive events centered near recognizable sites like the downtown historic district. The Apex Rotary Club Christmas Parade and Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony offer holiday activities, seasonal entertainment, and family-friendly attractions. Explore Christmas shows, markets, and things to do that create joyful memories for all ages during the festive season.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsOver 200 local vendors and diverse entertainment.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsFestive train ride through holiday lights and themed activities.
Christmas Shows
16 eventsLive performance of Handel's Messiah with renowned orchestra and choir
Christmas Activities
40 eventsLargest Christmas parade between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Holiday Express at Pullen Park
(Raleigh)
Festive train ride through holiday lights and themed activities.
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ABC11 Raleigh Christmas Parade
(Raleigh)
Largest Christmas parade between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta.
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FestiBull of Lights
(Durham)
Holiday light display at a baseball park
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Handel's Messiah
(Chapel Hill)
Live performance of Handel's Messiah with renowned orchestra and choir
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Goldsboro Christmas Parade
(Goldsboro)
Annual community Christmas parade
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Apex Rotary Club Christmas Parade
One of the few night parades in the area
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Christmas Parties Near Apex
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Apex.
Christmas Prix-Fixe Dinner at The Carolina Inn
Celebrate the holiday season with an exquisite Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining...
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Apex
- North Carolina Town Transforms Into Holiday Wonderland Published: Tue, Nov 25, 2025
- Triangle Holiday Events: Parades and More Published: Mon, Nov 10, 2025
Apex Christmas Events Map
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Apex Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Apex Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony held in early December and the Apex Holiday Tour of Lights, which features festive displays across the town throughout the holiday season.
Apex celebrates with community-driven events like the Holiday Tour of Lights, where local homes and businesses volunteer to decorate, creating a town-wide festive atmosphere unique to the area’s close-knit spirit.
Neighborhoods participating in the Apex Holiday Tour of Lights are the best spots to see Christmas lights, offering a variety of displays from classic decorations to creative light art throughout the town.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, town-organized events, and seasonal artisan markets held near Apex, often featuring vendor stalls with handmade gifts and holiday treats.
Free or budget-friendly activities include visiting the Apex Holiday Tour of Lights, attending the Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony, and exploring local neighborhood displays, all of which offer festive experiences without admission fees.
Families can enjoy the Tree Lighting Ceremony with Santa photos and seasonal treats, walk or drive through the Holiday Tour of Lights, and visit nearby markets offering kid-friendly crafts and holiday snacks.