There will be several opportunities in 2025 to learn about and to celebrate Kwanzaa in the Charlotte area. All of these are free, family-friendly … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa celebrations in Charlotte 2025
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New Year’s Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Every year, many North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. We will add them as they're announced. First Day Hike at Lake … [Read more...] about New Year’s Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
CLT New Year’s Eve Light the Knights Festival — including fireworks
CLT NYE, Charlotte's Uptown New Year's Eve celebration, takes place December 31, 2025, at Light the Knights Festival, in Truist Field, 324 S Mint … [Read more...] about CLT New Year’s Eve Light the Knights Festival — including fireworks
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
Charlotte restaurants open on New Year’s Day 2026
Interested in not cooking for New Year's Day 2026? Check out this list of restaurants in the Charlotte area that are open for the New Year holiday -- … [Read more...] about Charlotte restaurants open on New Year’s Day 2026
Free Rides with Charlotte Area Transit System on New Year’s Eve
Molson Coors' Free Rides is a program that is offering free New Year's Eve rides on public transit. All routes of Charlotte Area Transit System … [Read more...] about Free Rides with Charlotte Area Transit System on New Year’s Eve
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!
Free museum admission for teens through Mint Museum’s NexGen program (and more)
The Mint Museum welcomes the next generation of museum-goers to explore, play, and experiment within a creative community of their peers and … [Read more...] about Free museum admission for teens through Mint Museum’s NexGen program (and more)
Free and cheap New Year’s Eve events in Charlotte
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or at least some fun and a champagne toast at midnight? We've got you covered! Celebrate New … [Read more...] about Free and cheap New Year’s Eve events in Charlotte
NYE Karaoke at Petra’s Bar
Ring in 2026 without spending a ton of money at Petra's Bar, 1919 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. Petra's will be hosting NYE Karaoke … [Read more...] about NYE Karaoke at Petra’s Bar
