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The Geekery Market Nov 15: geeky crafts, pictures with Santa, swordfighting demos and much more…

The Geekery Market is described as "Like real life Etsy for Geeks." It features artists and artisans who create products across all fandoms, from Star … [Read more...] about The Geekery Market Nov 15: geeky crafts, pictures with Santa, swordfighting demos and much more…

Have your pet’s picture taken with Santa in Pineville on Nov. 15 — fundraiser for Charlotte Black Dogs

Bring your pets to get their picture taken with Santa in Pineville. Santa will be at Subaru South Charlotte, 10410 Cadillac Street, Pineville, North … [Read more...] about Have your pet’s picture taken with Santa in Pineville on Nov. 15 — fundraiser for Charlotte Black Dogs

Holiday Spectacular at Ballantyne Village Dec. 6 — Santa, Trackless Train, Vendor Market, more…

Ballantyne Village, at 14825 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, is hosting a Holiday Spectacular on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 … [Read more...] about Holiday Spectacular at Ballantyne Village Dec. 6 — Santa, Trackless Train, Vendor Market, more…

Town of Pineville Christmas Tree Lighting: train rides, candy cane hunt, Santa, more… on Dec. 4

The Town of Pineville's Christmas Tree Lighting takes place Thursday, December 4 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., on the Town Hall Lawn, 505 Main … [Read more...] about Town of Pineville Christmas Tree Lighting: train rides, candy cane hunt, Santa, more… on Dec. 4

Christmas in Davidson: December 4 to 6

The Town of Davidson, North Carolina, is celebrating the season once again with Christmas in Davidson. It will take place December 4 to 6, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Christmas in Davidson: December 4 to 6

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