Shop Small Saturday returns to South End on Saturday, November 28! The shopping extravaganza has been a South End tradition since 2011 because … [Read more...] about South End Shop Small Saturday Nov. 28
Charlotte Christmas
Gingerbread Lane at The Ballantyne Dec. 13 to 27
The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, is hosting the extremely popular Gingerbread Lane again this … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Lane at The Ballantyne Dec. 13 to 27
Santa arrives at Bass Pro Shops Nov. 7 — free photos start Nov. 8
Bass Pro Shops, is once again hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience. It will take place at both Bass Pro Shops in the Charlotte … [Read more...] about Santa arrives at Bass Pro Shops Nov. 7 — free photos start Nov. 8
Belmont Christmas Parade Dec. 1
The Belmont Christmas Parade will take place Tuesday, December 1, 2026, in Downtown Belmont, NC. The parade starts at 3 p.m. and will go through … [Read more...] about Belmont Christmas Parade Dec. 1
Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!
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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!
Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express — starting Nov. 13
The nearby City of Kannapolis, North Carolina, always goes above and beyond in its holiday festivities, and 2026 will be no exception. Read on to … [Read more...] about Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express — starting Nov. 13
8 Christmas Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2026
We've put together a list of several Christmas Trains you can take the kids to this holiday season around the state of North Carolina. For each, … [Read more...] about 8 Christmas Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2026
Lighted Christmas Boat Parades
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
The Lighting of Birkdale Village Nov 21, including parade, opening of ice rink, Santa, and more…
Birkdale Village, Birkdale Commons Parkway and Sam Furr Road, Huntersville, NC, will greet the holiday season with a celebration Saturday, November … [Read more...] about The Lighting of Birkdale Village Nov 21, including parade, opening of ice rink, Santa, and more…
Final Night for Light the Knights Festival Jan. 4
Light the Knights Festival, at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, returns for the 2025 holiday season. It again features a regulation … [Read more...] about Final Night for Light the Knights Festival Jan. 4
