The Willard

Join us for a festive evening of fun and creativity! On December 18th from 6-8pm, the AC Hotel team invites you to a hands-on gingerbread house-making class. Learn the art of assembling and decorating your own miniature gingerbread house, guided by our AC Hotel team. To make the process even more enjoyable, we recommend pairing up with a friend or loved one. For just $30 per person, you'll receive: • A celebratory glass of champagne to kick off the event • A mini gingerbread house kit to decorate • A delicious holiday cocktail, along with a step-by-step recipe to recreate at home Don't miss this opportunity to get into the holiday spirit and create a lasting memory.

Celebrate Christmas Day at The Willard Rooftop and savor a delicious buffet of holiday favorites. Enjoy ham, roasted turkey, sweet potato casserole, cornbread stuffing, and more, all while taking in the stunning skyline views of Downtown Raleigh. Date: Christmas Day Time: 4-8 p.m. Price (does not include gratuity and tax): $60 per person, $25 for kids 12 and under, 4 and under are free. Skip the hassle of cooking and cleaning and make this Christmas a memorable experience. Bring your loved ones and create lasting memories at The Willard Rooftop. ("Standard" reservation is for inside seating. "Outdoor" reservation is for terrace seating.)

Take gorgeous photos of your family with Santa with a backdrop of the downtown Raleigh skyline. Santa will be on hand for photo ops and holiday wishes Sunday, December 8, 1-4pm. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, cocoa, or an adult beverage from the bar. Your visit with Santa is free, and no professional photography will be provided – please be prepared to take photos on your phone or bring your own camera. (To keep the queue moving, we request no tripods or other special equipment.)