
North Carolina Holiday Lights 2026
11 listings from 2 regional papers, grouped by paper. Each paper’s guide has the full details, hours and tickets.


Research Triangle
Nov 19 – Jan 10
Research Triangle
7 spots · Nov 19 – Jan 10
- Nov 19Light Up BrentwoodWilson
- Nov 20Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting & Holiday Vendor MarketRaleigh
- Nov 20Christmas at ContentneaWilson
- Nov 20Meadow LightsBenson
- Nov 21Christmas at North Hills: Tree Lighting CelebrationRaleigh
- Nov 21Holiday Tree Lighting (Downtown Durham)Durham
- Nov 21NC Chinese Lantern FestivalCary


Metrolina
Nov 13 – Jan 3
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