Blakeney Town Center, Rea Road at Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, will be a festive place to shop and visit this December. Read on for several special holiday events at Blakeney.
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Photos with Santa

Visit Santa’s House on the Blakeney Plaza for the chance to visit and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus this holiday season. Bring your camera to capture the moment. There’s no charge, but a $10 donation to the appointed charity at each event is appreciated.
- Friday, December 2nd, 2022, 5 to 8 p.m.: Benefiting Greater Charlotte SPCA
- Saturday, December 10th, 2022, 2 to 6 p.m.: Benefiting Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center
- Sunday, December 18th, 2022, 3 to 6 p.m.: Benefiting CMPD Explorers Christmas Project
We have put together a huge list of places in the Charlotte area to get free pictures with Santa!
Stories and Songs with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Get ready to sing, dance and listen to stories with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The kid-friendly band will be playing holiday favorites. There will also be hot chocolate and cookies to enjoy.
Guests are encouraged to donate a toy or monetary donation to the participating charity.
- Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, 2 to 4 p.m.: Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center
- Sunday, December 11th, 2022, 3 to 5 p.m.: CMPD Explorers Christmas Project
- Friday, December 16th, 2022, 5 to 7 p.m.: Greater Charlotte SPCA
Strolling Holiday Entertainment

Enjoy strolling entertainment like stilt walkers, interactive performers, live music and artists, while you shop.
- Sunday, December 4th, 2022, 3 to 6 p.m.
- Friday, December 9th, 2022, 3 to 6 p.m.
- Saturday, December 17th, 2022, 3 to 6 p.m.
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Free Pictures with Santa
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