winter holidays

Kwanzaa celebrations in Charlotte 2025

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

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

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

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Save up to 53% on tickets to Winterfest at Carowinds. WinterFest is taking place on select dates from November 28, 2025 to January 3, 2026. UPDATE: … [Read more...] about Save more than 50% on Carowinds WinterFest Tickets — including New Year’s Eve!

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

Nickyo's Rodeo, a western-themed bar at 120 W Bland Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Après Ski NYE Countdown on December 31, 2025, … [Read more...] about Après Ski NYE Countdown at Nickyo’s Rodeo: Live music, mechanical bull, more…

Ames Street Marketplace, 215 N Ames Street, Matthews, North Carolina, is hosting an early New Year's Eve party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Early New Year’s Eve Party at Ames Street Marketplace (free sandwiches, early ball drop, more)

Old Town Public House, 21314 Catawba Avenue in Cornelius, North Carolina is closed. … [Read more...] about Old Town Public House in Cornelius

The Brickyard, a neighborhood bar and music spot in the South End, at 1411 South Tryon Street, is hosting a New Year's Eve party on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Party at The Brickyard (no cover)