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International Holiday Market in Raleigh

Date: Sat, Dec 12, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Venue: Various Locations in Raleigh, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Markets

NC Vibes is presenting International Holiday Market on Saturday, December 12, 2062, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Raleigh City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Enjoy a European-Inspired International Holiday Experience with international flavors, unique gifts, seasonal treats, live entertainment and family fun. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts from around the world, enjoy international food and holiday favorites, warm up with hot chocolate and explore a large selection of international wine and beer. Families can enjoy kids crafts, letters to Santa, Christmas carols and festive activities throughout the day. Come celebrate the season, explore the world and create lasting holiday memories in the heart of Raleigh. Event Highlights: International gifts and holiday shopping International food and seasonal treats Large selection of international wine and beer Hot chocolate Kids crafts Letters to Santa Christmas carols and live entertainment Festive fun for the whole family Double-Check Before You Head Out! We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake. Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go. You might also be interested in: Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's email list Triangle on the Cheap event calendar Trivia Nights Best food and drink deals in the Triangle Free and cheap things to do this week Farmers Markets in the Triangle Subscribe to Triangle on the Cheap More Events Check out our list of free and cheap events in Raleigh and the rest of the Triangle this weekend, or our full event calendar in the Triangle, or just look at few upcoming events here: Loading... Loading... Loading...

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International Holiday Market in Raleigh

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“Head to Raleigh City Plaza to catch this fun holiday market.”

When
Dec 12
Sat, Dec 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where
Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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The International Holiday Market in Raleigh is an outdoor street festival at Raleigh City Plaza featuring global food vendors, artisan gifts, and seasonal activities. Organized by NC Vibes, this single-day event brings a European-style market atmosphere to Fayetteville Street with live music, holiday carols, and international beer and wine options for the adults. Admission is entirely free, making it an easy stop to add to your weekend plans. If you are bringing strollers, be prepared for crowds around the booths, but the open plaza layout makes it manageable. Kids can stay busy at the dedicated craft stations and the letter-writing table for Santa. This is an excellent weekend pick because it combines holiday errands with seasonal fun. You can cross off your shopping list with items you won't find in standard big-box stores while the kids enjoy festive activities in the heart of downtown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there activities specifically for toddlers and young children?
Yes, younger children can participate in holiday craft stations, write letters to Santa, and listen to live Christmas carols throughout the day.

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International Holiday Market in Raleigh runs Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

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Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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