This free event is happening Saturday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at St. Mary's School, 900 Hillsborough St. in Raleigh.

Event highlights:

  • Get an early snow day with sledding by Snow My Yard!*
  • Frolic in fresh falling snow by Southern Snowman
  • Jingle Bell Rock to holiday music from MIX 101.5 with Wool E. Bull
  • Bring those wish lists and smiles for free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
  • While you're smiling, say hello and take a photo with WRAL News Anchors and Meteorologists
  • Capture the perfect family photo inside a giant snow globe!*
  • Meet TV and cultural icon Jerry Springer, with special giveaways and autographs! You can watch his new show, Judge Jerry, weekdays at 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on FOX 50.

  • Slide down giant inflatable slides, and littles can jump around the bounce house or inflatable play area.*
  • Need another decoration for your tree? Children can decorate their own ornaments, color, and create in the Arts & Crafts area.
  • The first 500 merry visitors will receive a commemorative "WRAL Winter Wonderland" holiday ornament.

**Sledding, inflatables and the snow globe require participants to sign a waiver. Save some time and fill out your waivers ahead of time. Bring the printed copy to the Waiver station at Winter Wonderland and get a wristband.

The Raleigh Christmas Parade is also happening on Nov. 23. Our coverage starts at 9 a.m. on WRAL. We have a guide with tips on attending the parade and all the ways you can watch from home!

Hungry for lunch or a sweet treat? Check out our food vendors!

  • Stuft
  • Philly’s Cheesesteaks
  • Not Just Icing, Inc

Enter the gates at 900 Hillsborough St. (at the entrance of Saint Mary's School) near the intersection of Hillsborough Street and Saint Mary's Street.

FLASHBACK: 2018 WRAL Winter Wonderland


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