Published December 4, 2024
Charlotte Area Holiday Events
The Charlotte area comes alive during the holiday season with vibrant performances, cheerful markets, and stunning light displays. From toddlers to centenarians, everyone embraces the festive spirit through these family-friendly events!
November 1st - December 28th
Have a delightful dinner and performance at NarroWay Production's rendition of the Christmas story. Enjoy a Christmas feast featuring turkey and pumpkin pie, while being enchanted by actors, live animals, and music.
November 15th - January 4th, 2025
WinterFest at Carowinds stands out as one of the most enchanting holiday celebrations in the Carolinas. Experience the theme park adorned with dazzling lights while indulging in live entertainment, festive food and drinks, ice skating, shopping, and the WinterFest Wonderland Parade.
November 15th - February, 2025
Each winter, the U.S. National Whitewater Center turns the Upper Pond into an ice skating destination for all ages. From the Winter Trail, Ice Skating and Winter Market and Christmas Tree lot, to new activities for kiddos and pups alike at Wildwoods and Off Leash, celebrate Winter at Whitewater.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical
November 22nd - December 22nd
The Children's Theatre of Charlotte proudly presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical," a delightful and humorous musical comedy suitable for families of all ages. Discover the antics that unfold when the "worst kids in the history of the world" try out for the yearly Christmas pageant.
November 22nd - January 5th, 2025
Every Thursday - Sunday | 6PM - 10PM
Charlotte Motor Speedway sparkles with over five million lights along a 4-mile track during Speedway Christmas, the largest drive-thru holiday light display in the Southeast. Explore the infield Christmas Village or enjoy a festive movie on the Speedway's massive screen.
Ice Skating at Camp North Pole
November 22nd - January 5th, 2025
During the holiday season, Camp North End transforms into Camp North Pole. Featuring an ice skating rink, fire pits, on-site food and drink vendors, and holiday shopping options.
November 27th - January 3rd, 2025
Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Truist Field, the home of the Charlotte Knights. Enjoy an NHL-sized outdoor rink, a market on the concourse, a captivating walk-through light display, snow tubing, and much more.
November 29th - December 29th
Tuesdays - Sundays | 5PM - 10PM
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden shines brightly during the holiday season with enchanting light displays scattered across the grounds. Keep cozy with a cup of hot chocolate or cider and be sure to stop at one of the food trucks on-site for a tasty treat.
December 2nd - December 23rd
Mondays - Thursdays | 5PM - 9PM
Fridays & Saturdays | 5PM - 10PM
A standout feature of Christmas at the Billy Graham Library is the live nativity scene, which includes real animals. Additional activities include horse-drawn carriage rides around the library grounds, festive Christmas carolers, a children's story time, and much more.
December 2nd - December 26th
Visitors travel from across the nation to experience Christmas Town USA in McAdenville. Enjoy an evening stroll through the picturesque downtown McAdenville, featuring the historic area beautifully decorated with thousands of twinkling lights.
December 2nd - December 30th
Step into a winter wonderland at Stowe Park in Belmont is adorned with cheerful trees throughout December. Discover which of the displayed trees won first, second, and third place in each category.
Friday, December 6th | 9AM - 12PM & 1PM - 5PM
Saturday, December 7th | 9AM - 12PM & 1PM - 5PM
Remind children that this is the season of giving as they shop for their own gifts at The Winter Wonderland Shop. This family-friendly event at Wells Fargo Playhouse at ImaginOn lets kids purchase affordable, pre-wrapped gifts to give to their loved ones.
December 5th - 7th | 6PM - 9PM
For one weekend, Davidson’s Main Street is filled with a festive holiday light show, roaming entertainment, live nativity scenes, bubble snowflakes, one-of-a-kind gifts from the artisan village, a children’s craft area, and much more!
Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular
December 5th - December 29th | 5:30PM - 10PM
Enjoy a walk through Ballantyne’s Backyard, adorned with more than one million dazzling holiday lights. You'll encounter hundreds of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, impressive holiday installations, live performances on select evenings, and even a visit from Santa Claus himself.
December 5th - December 8th
Step into the enchanting world of ChristmasVillein Old Town Rock Hill, where magic fills the air and joy knows no bounds! With nearly 70 spellbinding events and activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
December 14th | 6PM
Grab some blankets, chairs and hot chocolate and head to Stowe Park, in downtown Belmont, just north of Uptown, for a jumbo outdoor screen display of “A Christmas Story”.
North Carolina Christmas Festival
Saturday, December 21st | 1PM - 5PM
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a day full of festive fun at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. Enjoy holiday music, a kids zone, holiday shopping, and plenty of activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year
November 22nd - January 5th, 2025
Every Thursday - Sunday | 6PM - 10PM
Charlotte Motor Speedway sparkles with over five million lights along a 4-mile track during Speedway Christmas, the largest drive-thru holiday light display in the Southeast. Explore the infield Christmas Village or enjoy a festive movie on the Speedway's massive screen.
Ice Skating at Camp North Pole
November 22nd - January 5th, 2025
During the holiday season, Camp North End transforms into Camp North Pole. Featuring an ice skating rink, fire pits, on-site food and drink vendors, and holiday shopping options.
November 27th - January 3rd, 2025
Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Truist Field, the home of the Charlotte Knights. Enjoy an NHL-sized outdoor rink, a market on the concourse, a captivating walk-through light display, snow tubing, and much more.
November 29th - December 29th
Tuesdays - Sundays | 5PM - 10PM
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden shines brightly during the holiday season with enchanting light displays scattered across the grounds. Keep cozy with a cup of hot chocolate or cider and be sure to stop at one of the food trucks on-site for a tasty treat.
December 2nd - December 23rd
Mondays - Thursdays | 5PM - 9PM
Fridays & Saturdays | 5PM - 10PM
A standout feature of Christmas at the Billy Graham Library is the live nativity scene, which includes real animals. Additional activities include horse-drawn carriage rides around the library grounds, festive Christmas carolers, a children's story time, and much more.
December 2nd - December 26th
Visitors travel from across the nation to experience Christmas Town USA in McAdenville. Enjoy an evening stroll through the picturesque downtown McAdenville, featuring the historic area beautifully decorated with thousands of twinkling lights.
December 2nd - December 30th
Step into a winter wonderland at Stowe Park in Belmont is adorned with cheerful trees throughout December. Discover which of the displayed trees won first, second, and third place in each category.
Friday, December 6th | 9AM - 12PM & 1PM - 5PM
Saturday, December 7th | 9AM - 12PM & 1PM - 5PM
Remind children that this is the season of giving as they shop for their own gifts at The Winter Wonderland Shop. This family-friendly event at Wells Fargo Playhouse at ImaginOn lets kids purchase affordable, pre-wrapped gifts to give to their loved ones.
December 5th - 7th | 6PM - 9PM
For one weekend, Davidson’s Main Street is filled with a festive holiday light show, roaming entertainment, live nativity scenes, bubble snowflakes, one-of-a-kind gifts from the artisan village, a children’s craft area, and much more!
Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular
December 5th - December 29th | 5:30PM - 10PM
Enjoy a walk through Ballantyne’s Backyard, adorned with more than one million dazzling holiday lights. You'll encounter hundreds of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, impressive holiday installations, live performances on select evenings, and even a visit from Santa Claus himself.
December 5th - December 8th
Step into the enchanting world of ChristmasVillein Old Town Rock Hill, where magic fills the air and joy knows no bounds! With nearly 70 spellbinding events and activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
December 14th | 6PM
Grab some blankets, chairs and hot chocolate and head to Stowe Park, in downtown Belmont, just north of Uptown, for a jumbo outdoor screen display of “A Christmas Story”.
North Carolina Christmas Festival
Saturday, December 21st | 1PM - 5PM
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a day full of festive fun at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. Enjoy holiday music, a kids zone, holiday shopping, and plenty of activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year
