Learn about Twelfth Night at President James K. Polk Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, North Carolina. Twelfth Night: Origins and … [Read more...] about Twelfth Night Celebration at President James K. Polk State Historic Site Jan. 3
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Recycle your Christmas tree for mulch in the Charlotte area — or donate to goats and pigs
When the time comes that you have to let your Christmas tree go, it's easy and free to do, and even "pays it forward" -- as Christmas trees are turned … [Read more...] about Recycle your Christmas tree for mulch in the Charlotte area — or donate to goats and pigs
Duke’s Mayo Bowl’s Fan Fest and Game Jan. 2
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Duke's Mayo Bowl will take place on on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 8 p.m., at Bank of America Stadium, 800 S. Mint Street, Charlotte, North … [Read more...] about Duke’s Mayo Bowl’s Fan Fest and Game Jan. 2
Free events for kids during Winter Break at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library — film, crafts, more…
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is presenting tons of free activities during Winter Break 2025/2026, for all age groups. They include films, crafts, … [Read more...] about Free events for kids during Winter Break at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library — film, crafts, more…
What to do in Charlotte on New Year’s Day — including free food, hikes and more
Want to start 2026 out on the right foot? Here are some events on New Year's Day in Charlotte. Many of them are free. Enjoy food and community at a … [Read more...] about What to do in Charlotte on New Year’s Day — including free food, hikes and more
First Day Hike at Stowe Conservancy Jan. 1
Daniel Stowe Conservancy, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is hosting a First Day Hike on the trails outside of the Garden. It … [Read more...] about First Day Hike at Stowe Conservancy Jan. 1
Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Skiing Tournament — free to watch!
The 48th New Year's Day Barefoot Skiing Tournament will take place on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Lake Norman Marina, 6965 … [Read more...] about Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Skiing Tournament — free to watch!
Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K
Start the year off on the right foot with the New Year's Day 5K. The race goes along the Greenways in University City. The race is on January 1st, … [Read more...] about Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K
Free Range Brewing’s Annual Free Soup Day on New Year’s Day
Since 2016, Free Range Brewing has been celebrating New Year's Day with free soup! Free Soup Day is a fun community event where 20+ chefs share free … [Read more...] about Free Range Brewing’s Annual Free Soup Day on New Year’s Day
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
