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Mistletoe kisses and candy can wishes, oh what a time! It’s the best time of the year, a time for giving. Can you guess what it is? Christmas is back and, oh boy, do we have a list of things for you to do this holiday! Get your stockings ready because this is the gift of gifts. This is things to do in Kinston NC during the holidays.
The City of Kinston stepped up for Christmas downtown in 2022. The city placed orders for 100 feet of skyline decorations to hang over Queen Street. This was near the Community Council for the Arts. Lighted wreaths, lit garlands, and large red bows were hung on the light poles on Queen Street. This on its own looked spectacular!
For 2021, the parade was “lit”. This was in a modern and literal sense! The participants did an excellent job of lighting up their floats and rides. This was for everyone that was watching to enjoy! As you know, a night-time procession is much more fascinating for everyone. It also makes for a lasting impression on the kids!
Only time will tell what Kinston decides to do for the Christmas Parade year after year. I can tell you this though, I won’t be missing it, will you?
From gifts and toys to eggnog and carols, those make Christmas special. However, won't you feel even better attending a fundraiser?
The Holly Jolly Holiday Show is a 2-for-1 deal. You get to do your holiday shopping, as well as help raise funds for those in need. After all, Christmas is the time for giving. It is hosted at the Kinston Community Center, located at 2602 West Vernon Avenue, Kinston, NC.
The proceeds from this event will be used to help regional and residents who are excelling in:
So why not add flair to your holiday shopping while supporting regional producers?
An elf might have even mentioned to me that Santa is there for the little ones to take pictures with! They offer tasty, unusual foods, raffle draws, and vendors from all over. You should most definitely attend this event!
So, you know the address, you know the cause, what are you waiting for? Head on over to the Kinston Community Center!
Done with all your Christmas shopping and now the kids are asking for cookies? Why not take a break from the stressful season and have some fun?
This cookie decorating class can teach you some new ways to keep the little ones entertained! You’ll also get out some amazingly decorated cookies for when your family comes over.
Each visitor is given a box to take the decorated cookies home in. Along with a few more sugar cookies to decorate during class. Four people share icing bags, and you can request more icing to complete your cookies. Drinks are not provided, so pack your own. Your registration also includes a small snack box of FATD treats!
This wonderful class is held at Farmer and the Dail 1329 U.S. 258 Snow Hill, NC.
Nights of Lights offers so much happiness and enjoyment for everyone! Santa, Mrs. Clause, and all of their magical elves are available for children to interact with. Oh and not forgetting, pose for pictures with! If the little ones get hungry, that’s okay. Why not roast marshmallows over one of their many fire pits by purchasing s'mores kits! Happy plus a full tummy equals a kid’s perfect night out! You can also expect live Christmas music in addition to Christmas movies.
Are you perhaps looking to impress a date? For you and your loved ones, hot chocolate is always available at their concession stands. Hot chocolate coupled with the stunning lights makes for a romantic setting. So as you can see, your date will definitely be impressed!
This magical event is held at the Raised In A Barn Farm, 2100 NC-33, Chocowinity, NC.
Harmony Hall is the only historical house that is still standing in Kinston. The home has been occupied by notable historical figures from Lenoir County. It has been this way ever since Jesse Cobb built it in 1772. Harmony Hall served as the home of James Glasgow's office as Secretary of State until 1781. In 1790, again in 1835, and most recently in 1984, the house underwent renovations.
Harmony Hall becomes a Christmas show house in the month of December. It draws visitors from all over the world because it is festively decorated. While in the holiday spirit, you get to experience Kinston's rich history. The decorations are from the 18th century, which ties the historical holidays together.
This elegant masterpiece is located at 109 E. King St. Kinston, NC.
After getting accepted to ECU, I started looking for things to do in and around Greenville, NC. However, my searches kept taking me to places in South Carolina! There must be things to do around ECU, so I started asking other students. They kept telling me to graduate and move away! This inspired me to begin exploring eastern North Carolina and build this website as a showcase of the places to go, sights to see, and things to do all over eastern NC. I have fallen in love with this region and started taking up roots here. After graduating, I didn't move away - I bought a house here and continue to explore eastern North Carolina.
