# Holiday Events & Parties Near Durham, NC 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Explore best of Holiday 2026 Events & Parties near Durham, North Carolina , Discover best of Holiday events, markets & Bazaars near Durham, North Carolina. Find information & tickets of upcoming Holiday events happening in Durham, North Carolina.
- **Category**: Holiday
- **Display Name**: Holiday events
- **Type**: other

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Discover the best Holiday events in Durham! From festive Christmas markets to New Year's Eve fireworks displays & Holiday Bazaar, we have something for everyone. Explore the Durham's winter attractions and make lasting memories with friends and family. With so much to do in Durham, you'll never have a dull moment this holiday season.

## Holiday Events in Durham

- **Event Name**: Durham German Market
  - **Description**: 🎄✨ Join us for the 3nd Annual Durham German Market fundraiser, a magical evening of shopping beneath the glow of thousands of twinkling lights! 🌟 Sip on warm 🍷 mulled wine or ☕ hot chocolate as you explore over 90 artisan vendors offering unique handma
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/durham-german-market/200030554713806
  - **Venue**: Durham Central Park, Durham, NC, United States, North Carolina
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, holiday, christmas, shopping, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Event Name**: Straight No Chaser
  - **Description**: InformationThe nine-man act of Walter Chase, Jerome Collins, Seggie Isho, Michael Luginbill, Steve Morgan, Luke Bob Robinson, Jasper Smith, Tyler Trepp and Freedom Young has served as a festive blend of harmonious voices for more than t
  - **Date**: Wed Dec 23 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed Dec 23 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/straight-no-chaser/210007386663329
  - **Venue**: DPAC
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Touring)
  - **Description**: InformationA holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mix
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 27 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Dec 27 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/the-hip-hop-nutcracker-touring/210003206889136
  - **Venue**: DPAC
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition)
  - **Description**: Join Krampus at this fun holiday event where Halloween Meets Christmas!About this EventStep into the shadows and join us for the HOLIDAY NIGHTMARE Edition of Geek and Grub Market at The D
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Dec 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/durham-geek-and-grub-market-holiday-nightmare-edition/100001983416732840
  - **Venue**: Durham Armory
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Carolina Theatre - Durham
  - **Description**: Join us for a magical evening with "The Nutcracker" ballet performance! 🩰✨ Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the Nutcracker Prince. Witness breathtaking choreography and beautiful music that will captivate your h
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  - **Date**: Wed Dec 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/world-ballet-company-the-nutcracker-at-carolina-theatre-durham/200030680725516
  - **Venue**: North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, performances, entertainment, holiday
- **Event Name**: HOLIDAY RECORD FAIR at Motorco Music Hall
  - **Description**: FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Dig through crates and discover your next favorite record at the Motorco Record Fair on May 2nd. Packed with vendors selling everything from rare LPs and 45s to classic gems and deep cuts across every genre, it’s a vinyl lov
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 29 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/holiday-record-fair-at-motorco-music-hall/200030565000710
  - **Venue**: 723 Rigsbee Ave, Durham, NC, United States, North Carolina 27701
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  - **Categories**: holiday
- **Event Name**: 2026  French Connection Winter Cocktail Party
  - **Description**: Join us for an unforgettable night! Get ready for an evening of Konpa, Zouk, Afro Beats, Elegance, and Culture.About this EventHello Triangle, we're back! We look forward to celebrating culture and the ring in the holiday
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 11:59 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/2026-french-connection-winter-cocktail-party/100001993093929596
  - **Venue**: Mez Contemporary Mexican
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  - **Price**: USD 55
  - **Categories**: fitness, Music, Parties
- **Event Name**: Kids Holiday Sugar Cookie class
  - **Description**: Join us for a fun, hands-on Kids Holiday Sugar Cookie class—bake, decorate, and enjoy tasty treats together!About this EventKids Holiday Sugar Cookie ClassIt’s time to get into the holiday spirit—one cookie a
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/kids-holiday-sugar-cookie-class/100002000042801860
  - **Venue**: Reality Ministries
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  - **Price**: USD 39
  - **Categories**: kids, holiday, workshops
- **Event Name**: Stacked Holiday Edition Pancakes
  - **Description**: Join us for a festive stack of holiday-flavored pancakes and good vibes in person!About this EventStacked Holiday Edition PancakesBring the whole family and celebrate the holidays Food Vibez style! 🎄🥞J
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/stacked-holiday-edition-pancakes/100002000042071676
  - **Venue**: Reality Ministries
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  - **Price**: USD 55 to 109
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Art, Cooking
- **Event Name**: Sip & Sleigh
  - **Description**: 🎄 Save the date for Sip & Sleigh! 🎄

Head downtown on Saturday, December 5th for Sip & Sleigh, a festive day of shopping, sipping, and holiday cheer throughout Downtown Durham!

Local shops will be decked out for the season, offering fun treats, c
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/sip-and-sleigh/200030652564936
  - **Venue**: Downtown Durham
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- **Event Name**: 2026 HOLIDAY DESIGN AWARDS DINNER
  - **Description**: Its HOLIDAY DINNER time again!  We are excited to host our 2026 Design Awards at Vin Rouge in Durham.About this EventCome get your Holiday Jam on with us and close out the NKBA year at Vin Rouge in Durham.  We expect an e
  - **Date**: Thu Dec 03 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu Dec 03 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/2026-holiday-design-awards-dinner/100001998799269421
  - **Venue**: 2010 Hillsborough Rd
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 93
  - **Categories**: fitness

## Trending Events in Durham

- **Event Name**: Smokers BlockParty “The Last Roll Up” (Durham, NC) *FINAL EVENT*
  - **Description**: The final Smokers Block Party. One last city. One last session. Everything left goes in this one.About this EventSmokersBlock Party “The Last Roll Up” (Durham, NC) *FINAL EVE
  - **Venue**: Nerra
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- **Event Name**: All-Women Battle of the DJs
  - **Description**: The hype for this one is REAL! 🙌🏽The Jukebox Lounge NC is bringing you our All-Women Battle of the DJs on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at KORE Durham!Four women. One
  - **Venue**: Kore Durham
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- **Event Name**: Stanford Cardinal at Duke Blue Devils Football at Wallace Wade Stadium
  - **Venue**: Wallace Wade Stadium
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- **Event Name**: William and Mary Tribe at Duke Blue Devils Football at Wallace Wade Stadium
  - **Venue**: Wallace Wade Stadium
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- **Event Name**: 11th Annual Asia Fest with Dragon Boat Racing
  - **Description**: Join Asian Focus for their 11th Annual event & spectacular ASIA FEST!
Each year approximately 10,000 visitors come to the Asia Fest (aka the Greater Triangle Dragon Boat Festival) to explore the nearly 100 exhibits and activities such as cultural disp
  - **Venue**: Koka Booth Amphitheatre
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- **Event Name**: Tyler Childers
  - **Venue**: Durham Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Duke Blue Devils vs. William & Mary Tribe
  - **Venue**: Brooks Field At Wallace Wade Stadium
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- **Event Name**: GOOD MOON Presents Tyler Childers
  - **Description**: InformationWe are excited to announce the return of GOOD MOON. After taking a year away we are back and in a new phase. Good Moon 2026 will be anchored by three nights of music at DPAC, Oct 8-10. Sylvan Esso will play two of those night
  - **Venue**: DPAC
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- **Event Name**: William & Mary Tribe at Duke Blue Devils Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Wallace Wade Stadium
🏠 Address: 110 Bassett Rd., Durham, NC 27708
🌆 City: Durham
📍 Location: 35.915, -78.9137✨ Discover the extraordinary at William & Mary Tribe at Duke Blue Devils Football, where magic meets reality in way
  - **Venue**: Wallace Wade Stadium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Durham German Market (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 03:30 pm at Durham Central Park, Durham, NC, United States, North Carolina), Straight No Chaser (Wed Dec 23 2026 at 07:30 pm at DPAC), The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Touring) (Sun Dec 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at DPAC), Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition) (Sun Dec 06 2026 at 12:00 pm at Durham Armory), World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Carolina Theatre - Durham (Wed Dec 23 2026 at 07:00 pm at North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina).
- **Q**: What are the top free Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition) (Sun Dec 06 2026 at 12:00 pm at Durham Armory).
- **Q**: How can I find Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Holiday events in Durham on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Holiday events in Durham include Durham Central Park, Durham, NC, United States, North Carolina, DPAC, Durham Armory.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Prices for Holiday events in Durham range from USD 39 to USD 109. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Holiday events in Durham include Durham German Market, LIVE NATION MUSIC, PROMOTED BY VENUE.
- **Q**: Are there any online Holiday events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Holiday events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Holiday events in Durham?
  - **A:** Follow the Holiday category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Holiday events are listed in Durham.

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