FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Good morning! On this day in 1751, Moravian Church leaders met in London to consider an offer to purchase 100,000 acres in North Carolina. In August 1753, the Moravians settled on 98,985 acres in Forsyth County to establish what we know today as "Old Salem."

Old Salem Museum & Gardens happens to be a popular destination this time of year. Find out why in Top Stories.

We hope you enjoy a weekend filled with Thanksgiving leftovers and good football games! N.C. State is currently a 3.5-point underdog in the annual rivalry game against UNC on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. You can watch it on the ACC Network.

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Holiday Events, Biltmore Discount, Gingerbread Trail, and More

As the Christmas holiday approaches, North Carolinians can enjoy numerous parades, light shows, gingerbread house displays, and more.

Here's a list of Triangle holiday events—from tree lighting ceremonies to winter ice skating opportunities.

Western North Carolinians can get $20 off Biltmore's Candlelight Christmas Evenings by using the code "WNC Strong" when purchasing tickets online. Learn more here.

The Omni Grove Park Inn pivoted its annual National Gingerbread House Competition—which was canceled for 2024 due to Hurricane Helene—to display entries at businesses across the Asheville area. Find out how you can view them on the Gingerbread Trail of Giving Nov. 23-Jan. 5.

Looking for events near you? VisitNC has provided a comprehensive list of holiday happenings here.

Experience 'The Holidays at Old Salem'

The Holidays at Old Salem event is expected to draw thousands of visitors to this year's festivities.

As part of its offerings, Salem Saturdays at Christmas events are scheduled for Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14, and Dec. 21. Joy of Christmas Evening Tours take place on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are required for both events.

The Moravian Church separately hosts a Candle Tea at the historic Single Brothers House on select dates. Learn more here.

Old Salem Museum & Gardens is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday to commemorate the original settlement.

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➤ Statewide: Deck the halls with poinsettias across the Tar Heel state this holiday season since North Carolina is No. 2 in the nation for poinsettia production, growing more than 4.5 million poinsettias each year. (More)

➤ Archdale: Kersey Valley Christmas starts today and runs through Dec. 23. Experience a winter wonderland with over 2 million LED lights, cow barrel rides, train and tractor rides, and more. Leashed dogs are allowed. (More)

➤ Blowing Rock: Chetola's Festival of Lights kicks off tonight in Blowing Rock and lasts through Jan. 25. View 30,000 lights and drive around the lake to see ice skaters, a nativity scene, Rudolph catching a big fish, and more. (See Details)

➤ Blowing Rock: Tweetsie Railroad reopens today after being closed for two months to focus on recovery from Hurricane Helene. Today also marks the first day of Tweetsie Christmas, which runs through Dec. 30. (See Details)

➤ Brevard: The idea for "Christmas in July" originated at an all-girls camp in Brevard July 24-25, 1933. It included carolers, a Christmas tree, Santa Claus, presents, and fake snow. (More)

➤ Nationwide: An Architectural Digest survey reveals that 39% of Americans put up their Christmas tree the day after Thanksgiving. (See Survey)

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