This is a constantly updated list of 2026 winter holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating … [Read more...] about Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Big list of Charlotte Area Holiday Markets in 2026
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving dinner to-go from a … [Read more...] about Where to Order a Thanksgiving Dinner to Enjoy at Home — 2026
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you, here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, which is Thursday, November … [Read more...] about Charlotte restaurants open for dine-in for Thanksgiving 2026
Christmas tree lighting celebrations will be taking place all over the Charlotte area in November and December of 2026. At most of them, there will be … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Charlotte Area 2026
Each year, local organizations and community groups in the Charlotte area sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys, meals and groceries
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Here are a few opportunities in the … [Read more...] about Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a day-by-day list
The holiday season is on the way, and for many families, that means it will soon be the time to find the perfect Christmas tree. Below is a list of … [Read more...] about 13 Christmas Tree Farms and Lots near Charlotte — updated for 2026
Christmas parades aren't limited to the land! Every year there are several lighted boat parades in the Charlotte area. Read on for tips about … [Read more...] about Lighted Christmas Boat Parades
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family at these events in Charlotte. This list includes many Noon Year's Eve events, as well as some events … [Read more...] about Family friendly New Year’s events in Charlotte, Noon Year’s Eve countdowns and more
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