Franklinton Christmas Tree Lighting and Market Nov. 28 and Parade
Date: Sat, Nov 28, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Venue: Various Locations in Raleigh, Raleigh
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Category: Markets
The nearby town of Franklinton, North Carolina, is hosting some great holiday events, and typically has a fantastic light display set up. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It's about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. Special Holiday Events Franklinton Tree Lighting and Christmas Market Saturday, November 28, 2026 4 to 7 p.m. Free Vendor market, tree lighting and more. Franklinton Christmas Parade Thursday, December 3, 2026 7 p.m. Free The annual night-time Christmas parade goes along Main Street in Downtown Franklinton. 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!
