The holidays are here! The time of year filled with at-home celebrations among family and friends. But when you need to get outside the same four walls, consider one of these events.
Holiday Open House
Thursday, November 21, 5-8 p.m.
Festivity arrives at Village District with the Holiday Open House. Offering photographs with Santa Claus, hot cocoa, a kids’ letter-writing station for those all-important lists, roaming carolers and seasonal tunes, the open house officially welcomes in the gift-giving season.
Mariah Careyoke
Friday, November 22, 7-9 p.m.
When the eating is over, the entertainment starts. The Mariah Carey-themed karaoke contest at the Downtown Cary Park Arena offers performers the opportunity to show off their singing skills to Mix 101.5 morning hosts Kyle, Bryan, and Sarah, with the winning prize a pair of tickets to see Mariah live in Raleigh on December 9.
Komana Brewing Friendsgiving
Sunday, November 24, 1-5 p.m.
The Komana tables are set for friends and feasting, with the sign-up potluck ensuring it isn’t all stuffing and no sweet potatoes! For this first annual event, Komana Brewing will provide the deep-friend turkey, and the first 10 potluck signups will receive a pint on the house. Come out and make the meal one to remember! Free event with potluck sign-up.
Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K
Thursday, November 28, 8:30 a.m. 
Family and friends, both human and canine, gather to enjoy a brisk holiday morning run or walk through the parks to help raise money in support of Freedom Ride Rescue’s mission to help abandoned, neglected and abused animals in North Carolina. Don a festive costume for this dog-and kid-friendly outing.
Thanksgiving Buffet at Peck & Plume
Thursday, November 28, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The best part of going out to eat? No dishes to do. Thanks to Peck & Plume, you can enjoy all the fun of feasting with loved ones … and skip all the work. Staples like carved turkey, smoked ham with cherry glaze, buttermilk mashed potatoes, creamed corn pudding, fresh sage stuffing — and, of course, a not-to-miss “colossal” dessert display — are all available to buffet diners. $70 for adults; $29 for children under 12.
Thanksgiving Feast with a View
Thursday, November 28, 4-8 p.m.
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day at The Willard Rooftop and savor a delicious buffet of holiday favorites. Enjoy roasted turkey, sweet potato casserole, cornbread stuffing, and more, all while taking in the stunning skyline views of Downtown Raleigh. $60 per person, $25 for kids 12 and under, 4 and under are free.
Turkey Chase
Saturday, November 30, 8 a.m. to noon
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Turkey Chase! We hope you enjoyed the delicious Thanksgiving eats with your friends and family. But now it’s time to burn off the turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and pie! With three distances – including a 5K, 10K, and 13.1 – you can choose your challenge! Virtual options are also available.
