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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend
Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap … [Read More...]

Free tickets to Best of Charlotte Bridal Show Feb. 22
Don't miss the Best of Charlotte Bridal Show, presented by Charlotte Bride Guide! The Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is … [Read More...]

Black History Month events in Charlotte 2026
Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout the Charlotte area with … [Read More...]

Lunar New Year celebrations in Charlotte in 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse
The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late … [Read More...]
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Easter Bunny Express at N.C. Transportation Museum — tickets for sale now
The Easter Bunny is visiting the N.C. Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, for four days! Tickets are … [Read More...]
Socrates Academy Spring Carnival April 18
Socrates Academy, at 3909 Weddington Road, Matthews, North Carolina, is presenting its Spring Carnival on April 18, … [Read More...]
Mountain Island Library’s 20th Anniversary and Grand Opening March 7
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Celebrations for Latin American Countries — Dominican Republic on Feb. 22
Fiestas Patrias y Tradiciones de Charlotte is an organization that preserve and celebrates the holidays and cultures of … [Read More...]
Remember the Ladies: Living History Experience at Museum of the Waxhaws March 21
Museum of the Waxhaws, at 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is presenting Remember the Ladies on Saturday, March … [Read More...]
Women’s History Month Events with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has Women's History Month events scheduled throughout March, 2026. You can find them on … [Read More...]
Annual Charlotte Camellia Society Show and Sale March 1
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Best Presidents’ Day Sales on Amazon: Apple Watch, laptop, Kitchen Aid, Tempur-Pedic, more…
The next big sales event is Presidents' Day. Presidents' Day is Monday, February 16, 2026, and sales go on all week … [Read More...]
Lion Dance, Lucky Money Giveaway and more at Asian Market Feb. 22
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Hornets Hoops: fun basketball summer camps all around the Charlotte region
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Best of the Holiday Season

Family friendly New Year’s events in Charlotte, Noon Year’s Eve countdowns and more
By Jody Mace
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family at these events in Charlotte. This list includes many Noon Year's Eve … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Charlotte area (updated!)
By Jody Mace
Looking for the biggest, brightest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2025 Christmas season? You've … [Read More...]

Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!
By Jody Mace
This is a constantly updated list of 2025 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include … [Read More...]

Lake Norman Lighted Christmas Boat Parade Dec. 20
By Jody Mace
Christmas parades aren't limited to the land! Every year there are several lighted boat parades in the Charlotte … [Read More...]

Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a day-by-day list
By Jody Mace
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Here are a … [Read More...]

Charlotte Area Christmas and Holiday Parades in 2025
By Jody Mace
In November and December, you can find holiday and Christmas parades in every corner of the Charlotte area. Area holiday … [Read More...]

6 Hanukkah Celebrations and Events in Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events … [Read More...]

12 Christmas Tree Farms and Lots near Charlotte — updated for 2025
By Jody Mace
The holiday season is on the way, and for many families, that means it will soon be the time to find the perfect … [Read More...]

Day by day list of free holiday concerts around Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Celebrate the season by attending a free holiday concert in the Charlotte area in 2025. In this list you might find find … [Read More...]

Shop Local: Big list of Charlotte Area Holiday Markets in 2025
By Jody Mace
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, … [Read More...]

Charlotte restaurants open for dine-in for Thanksgiving 2025
By Jody Mace
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you, here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, … [Read More...]

Where to Order a Thanksgiving Dinner to Enjoy at Home — 2025
By Jody Mace
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your … [Read More...]

Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Charlotte Area 2025
By Jody Mace
Christmas tree lighting celebrations will be taking place all over the Charlotte area in November and December of 2025. … [Read More...]

Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys, meals and groceries for families
By Jody Mace
Each year, local organizations and community groups in the Charlotte area sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food … [Read More...]

Six outdoor ice skating rinks in Charlotte area this winter
By Jody Mace
For a place where the average high temperature is 62 degrees in November and 53 degrees in December, Charlotte sure does … [Read More...]














