Explore the festive wonders of West Raleigh with our ultimate holiday guide. From West Raleigh die-hards to casual visitors, our guide illuminates the city's seasonal splendor.
One highlight of the holiday season is the Tanglewood Festival of Lights, a dazzling display that transforms the park into a magical wonderland of illuminated scenes. Featuring festive decorations and glowing displays, the Raleigh Christmas Parade adds to the holiday excitement with its lively floats and local performances. And the Charlotte Speedway Christmas Lights is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a spectacular drive-through experience filled with festive light displays. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around West Raleigh
- Ira David Wood III's A Christmas Carol (Raleigh)
- N.C. Jazz Ensemble Holiday Concert (Raleigh)
- Holiday Express at Pullen Park (Raleigh)
- Moonlight in the Garden (Raleigh)
- Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum (Raleigh)
- Tilden Park Steam Trains at Christmas
- Raleigh Christmas Parade (Raleigh)
- Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration (Raleigh)
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West Raleigh Events Events
Ira David Wood III's A Christmas Carol (Raleigh) • 0.3 miles
A beloved holiday musical comedy tradition since 1974.
N.C. Jazz Ensemble Holiday Concert (Raleigh) • 0.5 miles
Festive holiday melodies performed by a jazz ensemble.
Holiday Express at Pullen Park (Raleigh) • 0.5 miles
Magical holiday train ride through festive Pullen Park.
Moonlight in the Garden (Raleigh) • 2.1 miles
Internationally acclaimed garden artfully lit at night
Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum (Raleigh) • 2.1 miles
Artfully lit internationally acclaimed garden at night
Tilden Park Steam Trains at Christmas • 5.5 miles
Festively decorated steam trains with Father Solstice
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Raleigh Christmas Parade (Raleigh)
Largest Christmas Parade between Washington, DC and Atlanta
Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration (Raleigh)
Annual tree lighting celebration
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