Raleigh Tree Lighting and Holiday Market

Schedule

Fri Nov 21 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Moore Square | Raleigh, NC

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Gather ’round for the 17th Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Market: Raleigh’s kick-off to the holiday season! 🎄
This yearly tradition brings all the Christmas magic of Downtown Raleigh to life. And for the first time ever, it will be held in the historic Moore Square Park.
Join us to…
🌟 Watch as the Raleigh Christmas Tree comes to light
🎅 Capture free photos with Santa Claus
🎁 Shop for presents at the local vendor market
🎶 Sing along to performances by local artists
☃️ And more!
This yearly tradition showcases all the holiday magic that Raleigh has to offer—for free!
Learn more at raleightreelighting.com 🎄
Sponsored by Raleigh Magazine
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Where is it happening?

Moore Square, 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1407, United States

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