🌳 Holiday Hustle, Cozy Nights & The Last Weekend Before Christmas

Good morning, W.Y.R. neighbors!

The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and this week feels like the calm before the chaos mixed with a little holiday sparkle. We’ve got a packed slate of things to do, from Disney On Ice and festive yoga flows to wine classes, trivia nights, ugly sweater parties, and meaningful community moments like food markets and coat drives.

In today’s edition of The WYRe:

Let's get to it.

— Dave & Egle

NCFST Mobile Market
📍 Northern Regional Center | Wake Forest | 3 - 4:40 PM | Free

The mobile market offers fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy from local and regional farmers on a pay-what-you-can scale.

Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
📍 Wake Forest Town Hall (Board Chambers) | Wake Forest | 6 PM | Free

A public meeting where zoning and variance requests get reviewed, useful if you like staying in the loop on local development.

Human Relations Council Regular Meeting
📍 Wake Forest Town Hall (Meeting Room A/B) | Wake Forest | 6 PM | Free

A public advisory board meeting focused on community relations and inclusion work in Wake Forest.

Downtown Dollars shipping cutoff day
📍 Online or Downtown Wake Forest | Wake Forest | All day | Free

If you order Downtown Dollars after today, they will not be mailed until Jan 2, so this is your “get it in now” day for gifting.

Rolesville Coats for Kids donation deadline
📍 Rolesville Town Hall | Rolesville | By the end of the day | Free

Last day to drop off coats for the Rolesville Coats for Kids drive.

Retro Rewind Music Bingo
📍 White Street Brewing Company | Wake Forest | 7 PM | Free

Music bingo with throwback hits, low-commitment, and surprisingly competitive once you get going.

Sheetz Hiring Event - Wake Forest, NC
📍 7513 Ramble Way | Raleigh | 8 AM - 4 PM | Free

This event offers on-the-spot interviews for high-energy individuals interested in career opportunities at the new Sheetz in Wake Forest.

Wine Class
📍 Unwined on White | Wake Forest | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | 🎟️

Explore six sparkling wines with a sommelier and enjoy light pairings, ideal for wine enthusiasts looking to learn and celebrate.

Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
📍 Lenovo Center | Raleigh | 6:30 PM | 🎟️

Sing, dance, and enjoy the magic on ice with your favorite Disney characters - including friends from Inside Out 2, Moana 2, Frozen, and more!

Eager Explorers: Mini Dino Dig | Annie Wilkerson Nature Preserve | 10:30 AM - 12 PM 

Nature Stories | Prairie Ridge Ecostation | 10:30 AM

Open Play Basketball (35+) | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-7:45 AM

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 8-11:30 AM

STEM Build (Lego) | Joyner Park CC | 12-5 PM

Homeschool Rec (basketball & volleyball) | Joyner Park CC | 12-2:30 PM

Incredible Science | NC Museum of Natural Sciences | 1:30 PM

Craft It: Painted Wood Ornaments | Northeast Regional Library | 2:30 PM

Youth open play Basketball (17 and under) | Joyner Park CC | 3-5 PM

3rd Annual Winebrary Book Clubs Christmas Party
📍 Home Yoga Studio & The Winebrary | Rolesville | 7 PM | Free

Potluck vibes, book swap energy, and a built-in crowd that’s there to be friendly.

Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
📍 Lenovo Center | Raleigh | 10:30 AM & 7 PM | 🎟️

Sing, dance, and enjoy the magic on ice with your favorite Disney characters - including friends from Inside Out 2, Moana 2, Frozen, and more!

U-G-L-Y Sweater Party
📍 Homeslice Tavern | Youngsville | 9 PM | Free

If you want a late, silly, dance-y night that feels very “end of year,” this is that.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
📍 Wake Forest Renaissance Centre | Wake Forest | 7 PM | 🎟️

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, in partnership with Firebox Theatre Company, presents the beloved classic: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, from the story by C.S. Lewis and dramatized by Joseph Robinette.

Harris & Stephens Baseball Camp
📍 Rolesville High School | Rolesville, NC, United States | 12 PM | Free

This baseball camp offers elite-level instruction from college players and a future MLB big-leaguer, ideal for aspiring young baseball players and their families.

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-11:30 AM

Preschool Open Play (1-5yo) | Joyner Park Cc | 8 AM-4 PM

Storytime at the Museum | Museum of Natural Sciences | 10:30 AM

Open Play Basketball (18+) | Joyner Park CC | 12-1:30 PM

Incredible Science | NC Museum of Natural Sciences | 1:30 PM

Paint Ceramic Christmas Tree | The Makery | 7-9 PM

🏒 Carolina Hurricanes vs. Florida Panthers @ 7 PM (Away)

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
📍 Wake Forest Renaissance Centre | Wake Forest | 2 PM & 6 PM | 🎟️

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, in partnership with Firebox Theatre Company, presents the beloved classic: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, from the story by C.S. Lewis and dramatized by Joseph Robinette.

Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
📍 Lenovo Center | Raleigh | 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, & 6:30 PM | 🎟️

Sing, dance, and enjoy the magic on ice with your favorite Disney characters - including friends from Inside Out 2, Moana 2, Frozen, and more!

Candlelight: Christmas Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More
📍 The Historic Wakefield Barn | Wake Forest | 9 PM – 10:15 PM | 🎟️

A late-night candlelit concert with Nutcracker favorites in a cozy venue. Feels like a holiday date night.

Cookie Decorating: The Grinch
📍 Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market Classroom | Rolesville | 3 PM – 4 PM | 🎟️

A hands-on holiday cookie class with a Grinch theme, great if you want an activity that actually feels like “doing something.”

Naughty & Nice Yoga Flow
📍 Home Yoga Studio & The Winebrary | Rolesville | 5:45 PM | 🎟️

A festive, all-levels yoga flow offering joyful movement and holiday vibes for anyone looking to glow for the holidays.

Holiday Tacky Party
📍 Yacht Club Beverage House | Youngsville | 6 PM | Free

Embrace your festive, tacky clothing for a night of free mac & cheese, holiday drinks, and live music, perfect for anyone ready to party.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party & Contest
📍 Real McCoys | Wake Forest | 9 PM | Free

Celebrate the festive season in your most outrageous holiday attire at this fun and tacky party for adults.

Gears and Grounds
📍 Lifted Lou’s | Youngsville | 8 AM | Free

A lively morning gathering for vehicle enthusiasts to showcase their rides, enjoy coffee, and chat with fellow gearheads.

Incredible Science | NC Museum of Natural Sciences | 12:30 PM & 2 PM

Poetry Cafe and Open Mic | Northeast Regional Library | 2-4 PM

Family Painting Class: Blue Whale | Museum of Natural Sciences | 10 AM - 12 PM 

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party & Contest | Real McCoys | 9 PM

🏀 Duke Men’s Basketball plays Texas Tech at 8 PM. You can watch the game on ESPN

🏀 UNC Men’s Basketball plays OH State at 3 PM. Watch on CBS

🏒 Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning @ 7 PM (Away)

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
📍 Wake Forest Renaissance Centre | Wake Forest | 2 PM & 6 PM | 🎟️

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, in partnership with Firebox Theatre Company, presents the beloved classic: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, from the story by C.S. Lewis and dramatized by Joseph Robinette.

Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
📍 Lenovo Center | Raleigh | 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, & 6:30 PM | 🎟️

Sing, dance, and enjoy the magic on ice with your favorite Disney characters - including friends from Inside Out 2, Moana 2, Frozen, and more!

Teach Me to Crochet! 3
📍 The Knotty Sheep | Wake Forest | 3 PM | 🎟️

Learn how to crochet the basics, including how to make a granny square, perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills.

Pay-What-You-Can Yoga
📍 Compass Rose Brewery | Raleigh | 11 AM – 12 PM | 🧘

A yoga session with brewery vibes to unwind before the holidays.

Penguin Paint Party for kids | The Makery | 3-5 PM Tickets

Support Our Local Farmers | Burnt Barrel | 4 PM

🏀 NC State Men’s Basketball plays Ole Miss at home at 1 PM. Watch on ESPN

The Polar Express 3D
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 10 AM & 12:45 PM | 🎟️

Holiday IMAX showing that’s an easy win with kids.

Avatar: Fire and Ash 3D
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 3:15 & 7:15 PM | 🎟️

Evening IMAX show if you want a “date night but still easy” plan.

World‘s largest Christmas stocking raffle at Il Bacio Italian Grill & Pizza
📍 Il Bacio Italian Grill & Pizza | Wake Forest | 4 PM - 6 PM | 🎟️

Grab dinner and take a shot at a big holiday raffle while you’re at it.

Trivia Night Mondays
📍 Carolina Ale House | Wake Forest | 7 PM - 9 PM | Free

Classic Monday trivia night. Easy win for a casual night out.

Technology Advisory Board
📍 Town of Wake Forest | Wake Forest | 3:30 PM | Free

One to know about if you like keeping tabs on town planning and tech decisions.

Trivia Night
📍 Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest | Wake Forest | 7 PM | Free

Test your knowledge with two rounds of trivia, one themed and one general, ideal for trivia lovers of all levels.

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-11:30 AM

Preschool Open Play (1-5yo) | Joyner Park CC | 8 AM-4 PM

Open Play Basketball (18+) | Joyner Park CC | 12-1:30 PM

🏀 UNC Men’s Basketball plays East Carolina at home at 8 PM. Watch on FUBO or YouTube TV

School’s Out Camp
📍 Marbles Kids Museum | Raleigh | 9 AM | 🎟️

A structured day camp option for the school break week.

The Polar Express 3D
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 10 AM & 12:45 PM | 🎟️

Holiday IMAX showing that’s an easy win with kids.

Avatar: Fire and Ash 3D
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 3:15 & 7:15 PM | 🎟️

Evening IMAX show if you want a “date night but still easy” plan.

3D Movie: T. Rex
📍 NC Museum of Natural Sciences | Raleigh | 11 AM | 🎟️

A short 3D dinosaur film that works well as part of a museum day.

THE RINK at Red Hat Amphitheater
📍 Red Hat Amphitheater | Raleigh | 12 PM, 2:30 PM, 5 PM, 7:30 PM | 🎟️

Downtown outdoor skating with timed sessions. Good holiday energy, and it’s easy to make it a “dinner after” night.

Winter Treats Cooking Camp
📍 Flour Power (North Hills) | Raleigh | 9 AM - 4 PM | 🎟️

Two-day kids cooking camp with holiday-themed recipes. Today is day two.

Open Play Basketball (35+) | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-7:45 AM

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 8-11:30 AM

STEM Build (Lego) | Joyner Park CC | 12-4 PM

Homeschool Rec (basketball & volleyball) | Joyner Park CC | 12-2:30 PM

Youth open play Basketball (17 and under) | Joyner Park CC | 3-5 PM

🏒 Carolina Hurricanes vs. Florida Panthers @ 7 PM (Home)

The Polar Express 3D (IMAX)
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 10 AM & 12:45 PM | 🎟️

Pajamas are encouraged for this holiday classic in 3D on Christmas Eve.

Avatar: Fire and Ash 3D
📍 Marbles IMAX | Raleigh | 3:15 | 🎟️

Evening IMAX show if you want a “date night but still easy” plan.

Town Offices Closed in Wake Forest, Youngsville, and Rolesville.

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Sterling Scott | Blackbird Brewery | 6-9 PM
Kerry Long | Broadsides & Brews | 7-10 PM
Uriah Nash | Bud’s Tavern | 8 PM
Holiday Acoustic Show by Mike Gangi | Real McCoys | 8:30 - 11:30 PM
Sean Moore Band | The Cardinal Bar WF | 9 PM - 12 AM

Live Music | Gatehouse Tavern | 7-10 PM
Mike Gangi | Tonic Bar | 7-10 PM
Live Music | Wakefield Tavern | 7-10 PM
Crossroadz | Bud’s Tavern | 8-11 PM
DJ Crash | Burnt Barrel | Call for Time
Real Rowdy | Real McCoys | 9 PM - 12 AM
Table Two  | The Cardinal Bar WF | 9 PM - 12 AM

Duopoly | Blackbird Brewery | 6-9 PM
JT Parrothead | Fortnight Brewing WF | 6-9 PM
Chris Hooper and Jacob | Tonic Bar | 7-10 PM
Live Music | Wakefield Tavern | 7-10 PM
Wake Moody | Broadsides & Brews | 7-11 PM
Pre-Christmas party at Bud’s with Sagamore | Bud’s Tavern | 8-11 PM
Ugly Sweater Christmas Party with Snapback | Real McCoys | 9 PM - 12 AM
K-Bomb & The Kool Whips  | The Cardinal Bar WF | 9 PM - 12 AM

Busker Night | Tonic Bar | 6-9 PM

Thanks for reading today’s edition of The WYRe. If you found something useful, share it with someone putting off Christmas shopping until the last minute.

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