Winter solstice takes place when one of the Earth’s poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. When that happens, we experience the shortest number of hours of sunlight in the year.
Winter solstice marks the beginning of the winter season. After winter solstice, the days start getting longer, with a little more sunlight each day.
Winter solstice takes place on December 21, 2024.
Read on for several ways to celebrate winter solstice in the Charlotte.
Winter Solstice Fire and Celebration
Celebrate winter solstice around a campfire on December 20, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. Discover the magic of the season by participating in a few nature connecting activities, including mindful connecting practice, fire building and intention setting. Registration is required and space is limited. Age 12+.
Nature Walk
Also, Reedy Creek Nature Center will host a Winter Solstice Nature Walk on December 21, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m., for all ages. (Must be able to walk up to 3 miles on uneven terrain. Registration is required.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Unitarian Universalist Community of Charlotte, 234 N Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Winter Solstice Celebration on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 6 to 7 p.m.
This event is open to the whole community and is free to attend. Honor the changing season and welcome the light with reflection, joy and community spirit.
Walk a Labyrinth
Winter Solstice is a time for reflection for many people. Walk one of these 9 labyrinths in the Charlotte area to help you tap into the calmness of the season. If the labyrinth is part of a church or other organization, make sure to contact them first to make sure the labyrinth is available to visitors.
Go on a Hike
We’ve put together a list of 50+ hikes and walks in and near Charlotte. There are hikes of all distances and all difficulties. There’s a walk for any fitness levels.
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