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Charlotte Christmas

Lake Wylie Holiday Boat Parade Dec. 13 (plus a lighted boat parade on Lake Norman Dec. 20)

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 Lake Wylie Holiday Boat Parade Dec. 13 (plus a lighted boat parade on Lake Norman Dec. 20)

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Christmas Market returns for four weekends

For four weekends in November and December, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery will transform into a German-inspired Christmas Market, known as Weihnachtsmarkt. … [Read more...] about Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Christmas Market returns for four weekends

Letters to Santa at Arboretum Shopping Center — free Santa picture and gift Dec 12

Santa will be at the Arboretum Shopping Center, at 8008 Providence Road, on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Santa will be near Link … [Read more...] about Letters to Santa at Arboretum Shopping Center — free Santa picture and gift Dec 12

Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!

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This is a constantly updated list of 2025 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from … [Read more...] about Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!

Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a day-by-day list

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

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