Shop Local. Gift Original Skip the mass-produced retail items and join us for a day dedicated to discovering incredible local artists! Joining the studios will be 30 local makers, artists, and craftspeople under one roof at the historic Golden Belt Art Studios in downtown Durham. Explore fine art, ceramics, custom jewelry, original prints, and paper […]
The holiday season is all about sharing, so why not share something warm, homemade, and delicious? Bring a loaf of homemade bread (or another favorite baked bread) to swap with someone else. Whether you’re a sourdough expert, a banana bread enthusiast, or just really good at following a recipe, everyone is welcome. Bring a loaf, […]
Make this the Christmas they’ll never forget with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America — a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this grand production transforms the stage into an unforgettable celebration of the season — […]
Join us for our Fall Vendor Fair at Durham Central Park! Shop and support a variety of local businesses and vendors offering unique products, handmade goods, delicious food, sweet treats, and more. Just ahead of the holiday season, enjoy an afternoon of shopping, food, music, and community with something for everyone! A DJ and 360 […]
The lights are back and the beer garden has never been toastier!! Join us for the Ponysaurus Wonderland Lighting and watch the beer garden glow: fire pits, heaters, and all 🔥🔥 And for the first time ever, our patio spaces will be FULLY ENCLOSED, so you’ll be nice and cozy all season long 😌 Sip […]
An alternative to Thanksgiving, in community. Not every table looks the same. Whether you choose to set Thanksgiving aside or are simply looking for a different kind of table, a place is waiting for you here. On the eve of the holiday, we will share food, warmth, and the simply comfort of a room of […]
Mark your calendars for this annual community event to kick off the holiday season and light the Lucky Strike Tower in coordination with the WRAL Tower in Raleigh and Rocky Mount Mills Tower in Rocky Mount. This includes a live televised portion on WRAL with on-air personality Dan Haggerty (and special guests) that leads right […]
This holiday season, we’re celebrating with a series of festive performances throughout the hotel. Join us in the Coffee Bar for a holiday performance by Bell Durham, a community handbell ensemble based in Durham, on Wednesday, December 2, 6–7 PM. Hot toddies and warm treats are available from the Coffee Bar. Bell Durham is a […]
Join us for an evening of holiday fun with your canine friends. Bring your pup out to meet Santa and get photos with your pet! This event also includes a canine holiday ugly sweater contest, holiday pet market, and canine food and toy drive. Santa Paws Friday, December 4, 2026 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. […]
Join the holiday fun! 🎄 HOW IT WORKS - Reserve your spot: Sign up in advance to sponsor a tree (covering the cost of the real or artificial tree and decorations). - Entry fee: $25 per tree Sliding Scale is Available. Email for more. - Set-up: Trees are set up in the Market area beginning at […]
