Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting

Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 8 p.m. What to Expect Pierce Freelon as MC/DJ Al Strong's roving brass band Book Harvest handing out free books Music by Batala Dancing by Takiri More Santa! Treats Kids' Zone Tree lighting More Check out our big list of tree lighting events in the Triangle! We've put together a huge list of holiday events in the Triangle, including parades, festivals, markets, Santa visits, and more. Check out our growing day by day list of holiday events in the Triangle!

Last updated October 30, 2026