The Christmas tree is going up in Downtown Park, and holiday lights are hanging from street poles. There’s a colorful mailbox to Santa, so kids (and kids at heart) can send their Christmas lists to the North Pole. The holiday events are already starting up in Downtown Cary!
This weekend, you can even let your dogs sit on Santa’s lap to share their secret, special Christmas wish! This Saturday, Jordan Lake Brewing Company is hosting a day for dog photos with Santa. Bring your pup out for a day of fresh homemade dog treats, visiting adoptable pups, a raffle for fun prizes, and high-resolution digital photos capturing the precious moment your pup meets Santa! Best of all, the $15 tickets raise money to help even more pups in need through Canine Community Outreach.
The historic Matthews House is getting decorated for its Festival of Trees, another charitable event this weekend, benefiting Donate Life NC. Like an art museum of Christmas trees and wreaths, decorated with many styles — classic, eclectic, artful, and themed — the event is perfect for getting in the holiday spirit.
Finally, parents can enjoy a date night at The Verandah, while the restaurant provides FREE childcare. This week, kids are invited to watch the classic holiday favorite, The Grinch.
Thursday, November 21
- Free Wine Tasting at Chatham Street Wine Market, 5-7 p.m. Enjoy a free weekly wine tasting at Chatham Street Wine Market! Each week a different distributor or importer visits to pour a selection of four different wines and educates guests on what makes each wine unique and special. Expand your palate!
Friday, November 22
- Festival of Trees at The Matthew’s House, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Get in the holiday spirit at Donate Life NC’s third annual Festival of Trees, hosted in the historic Matthews House. Admire the display of thematically and artfully decorated Christmas trees and wreaths, while enjoying music, drinks, and hor d’oeuvres. Proceeds benefit Donate Life NC. Cost: $15
Saturday, November 23
- Downtown Cary Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-noon. Enjoy fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, bluegrass music on the front porch of the Ivey-Ellington house, and tables from local vendors. Kids can enjoy the kid’s table with activities, and well-behaved dogs are welcome!
- Dog Photos with Santa at Jordan Lake Brewing Company, 2-5 p.m. Bring your dog for a photo session with Santa! Your donation of $15 goes toward Canine Community Outreach’s ongoing campaign to spay, neuter and vaccinate dogs in need. They’ll have adoptable dogs, a raffle, and homemade dog treats; plus, you’ll get high-resolution digital versions of your picture, perfect for printing on holiday cards! Donation: $15.
Sunday, November 24
- Yoga & Beer at Bond Brothers Beer Company, 11 a.m.-noon. Come out and enjoy a one hour, fulfilling, and refreshing yoga class led by Jennie Wise! Class is limited to 45 participants. Please bring your own mat, or any other props you may need. After the class, Baguettaboutit food truck will be on site, and there’s plenty of craft beer! Donation: $5, does not include food or beer.
- Kid’s Movie Night at The Mayton Inn, 5-7 p.m. Parents can relax at dinner with FREE childcare, a holiday movie, and a kid’s buffet! Kids buffet includes Chicken Tenders, Cheese Pizza, French Fries, Fruit, and Dessert– plus accommodation for any dietary restrictions. Valet parking is also free, so come enjoy a night out on the town for the whole family! This week’s movie is the holiday classic: The Grinch!
Santa’s Mailbox at Downtown Park all Month
Downtown Park is getting dressed up for the holidays. The tree is up, the lights are lit, and the traditional Santa’s Mailbox is now on display! If you’re looking for a fun and magical weekend outing for the kids, come explore the new Cary Regional Library, followed by a visit to the mailbox, where kids can write their holiday wish list.
This colorful, whimsical mailbox is becoming a holiday tradition in Downtown Cary, so make sure you take part. Last night I heard sleigh bells flying away from the park, so I’m sure the first set of letters has already reached the North Pole.
Follow-up your outing with a quick walk towards Ashworth’s Village or Chatham Street for treats at the bakery, hotdogs at the drugstore, or FRESH Local Ice Cream.
The mailbox is there all day, every day, until December 9. Join in the magic!