Tis the Season
2024 Holiday Events
Schedule of Events
Wake Forest truly comes alive during the holidays, so we've assembled the complete list of 2024 holiday happenings guaranteed to put you in a festive mood!
Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off
Saturday, Nov. 16, Noon-4 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
Help us ring in the holiday season and embrace the season of giving during the “Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off" on Saturday, Nov. 16, in downtown Wake Forest! Join us for a slew of family-friendly activities.
Calls from Santa
Thursday, Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m.
Wake Forest
A phone call from Santa Claus is on every child’s wish list. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is making those wishes come true by offering “Calls from Santa” to kids ages 3-9 on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6-8 p.m. In November, registration forms will be available online and at Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, and Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed forms must be submitted online or received at the JPCC or Town Hall by 5 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4. Telephone registrations will not be accepted. There is no cost to participate, but all calls must be local.
Lighting of Wake Forest
Friday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m.
Centennial Plaza, 301 S. Brooks St.
Experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season in Town Hall’s Centennial Plaza during the “Lighting of Wake Forest” on Friday, Dec. 6, from 5-8 p.m. The evening’s festivities will begin with the lighting of the Town’s Christmas tree, followed by a visit from Santa who will arrive aboard a shiny red fire truck! PLEASE NOTE: The lighting of the Town Christmas tree typically takes place at approximately 6:15 pm.
Downtown Holiday Open House
Saturday, Dec. 7
Downtown Wake Forest
Kick off the holiday season and discover historic downtown Wake Forest’s unique array of shops and restaurants. Free and open to the public, the Downtown Holiday Open House is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7. Please show your support for our downtown businesses by shopping local this holiday season.
Wake Forest Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
Join ARTS Wake Forest at this annual holiday market featuring handmade items from potters, painters, photographers, woodworkers, fiber artists, jewelry artists, and more.
Snowball Dance
Friday, Dec. 13, 6:30-8:30 pm
Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave.
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host a “Snowball Dance” for residents with disabilities on Friday, Dec. 13, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave. Individuals with disabilities ages 10-30 are invited to an evening in “Winter Wonderland” featuring a DJ, dancing, refreshments and lots of fun. Chaperones will be made available for supervision, but participants are welcome to bring additional support if necessary. The cost is $15 per person, and pre-registration is required.
The Four C Notes Seasons Greetings
Friday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St.
The Four C Notes recreate the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! Seasons Greetings features the biggest hits from those iconic “Boys from Jersey,” PLUS your favorite holiday chart-toppers by artists such as Dion and Belmonts, The Drifters, The Beach Boys, and many more! Reserved seats are $40-$45 plus tax.