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Jody Mace

New Year’s Day First Footin’ at Rural Hill

Experience the Scottish New Year tradition of First Footin’ at Rural Hill on Wednesday, January 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rural Hill is at 4431 … [Read more...] about New Year’s Day First Footin’ at Rural Hill

Coffee & bagels at Birdsong Brewing’s New Year’s Day Party — for donation

Whatever you do on New Year's Eve (and here's a big list of New Year's Eve events in Charlotte), on New Year's Day you might appreciate some bagels … [Read more...] about Coffee & bagels at Birdsong Brewing’s New Year’s Day Party — for donation

Save more than 50% on Carowinds WinterFest Tickets — including New Year’s Eve!

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UPDATE: This deal is not active. Save up to 53% on tickets to Winterfest at Carowinds. WinterFest is taking place on select dates from November 28, … [Read more...] about Save more than 50% on Carowinds WinterFest Tickets — including New Year’s Eve!

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