Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2019 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to.
This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes. The displays in private... Read the whole entry...» 
NoDa Company Store, 3221 Yadkin Avenue, might be NoDa's best hangout. There's ample seating, they sell food and drink, much of it local, host food trucks, and mix up some really good Sangria. They also frequently host events, many... Read the whole entry...» 
This is a growing list of 2019 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year's.
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Every Monday (with a few exceptions) at 8 p.m., The Evening Muse, 3227 N. Davidson Street, hosts Find Your Muse. This open mic is considered one of the best open mics in Charlotte. Doors open at 7 p.m.
The cover is just $3, for both performers and... Read the whole entry...» 
The winter is a great time to visit Charlotte's museums. (Actually, it's always a good time.) If you'd like to save a little bit of money, read on for some current discounts on Charlotte museums, as well as a few further afield.... Read the whole entry...» 
McAdenville Christmas is a treasured tradition in the Charlotte area. McAdenville calls itself Christmas Town USA, and for good reason. For more than 60 years the Christmas lights display has drawn visitors to this small town west of Charlotte and...
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CupLux Coffee Drive-Thru, 3115 Freedom Drive, is a convenient, family-owned, drive-thru-only coffee shop serving coffees, craft beverages, and local pastries. 
Every Monday, they offer 12-ounce drip coffee, either House Blend, Carolina Drip, or... Read the whole entry...» 
VisArt Video, 3104 Eastway Drive, shows movies–mostly cult movies, odd movies, and ridiculous movies. It also hosts comedy. Sometimes the movies and comedy are the same event.
Some events are free, but please consider a donation to help... Read the whole entry...» 
Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events are family friendly and most are free.
Events include parties, Menorah lightings, and even a Menorah Car Parade. Some of the... Read the whole entry...» 
There's no shortage of fantastic New Year's Eve celebrations in the Charlotte area. Unfortunately, there may be a shortage of funds in some of our bank accounts after the winter holidays. So here are some events that are either free or...
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There's no shortage of fantastic New Year's Eve celebrations in the Charlotte area. Unfortunately, there may be a shortage of funds in some of our bank accounts after the winter holidays. So here are some events that are either free or... Read the whole entry...» 
This year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two new winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights trail is free to... Read the whole entry...» 
Charlotte live music is alive and kicking. Looking for concerts this weekend (and beyond) in Charlotte? Here's a list of the next few days of shows from MusicEverywhereCLT.com. You can filter by date, venue, type of music and much more. Go to... Read the whole entry...»  ImaginOn Wondering what to do with the kids over winter break 2019/2020? Look no further. Here's a list of some cheap and free things that will be fun for kids during Christmas Break. Included are special holiday activities to do the... Read the whole entry...» 
Diners in the Charlotte area can cross a stress-free meal off their holiday wish list. A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Eve or Christmas Day menu. And others are open with their regular menu.
Here are some options at various price... Read the whole entry...» 
As you make holiday plans around Charlotte, make sure you know what is open and closed. Read on to learn about holiday hours at Mecklenburg County facilities (including libraries and nature centers), shopping malls, ABC stores, supermarkets and... Read the whole entry...» 
If you'd like to make your kids very, very happy, and also save some money, check out the Groupon for Great Wolf Lodge.
Prices depend on check-in date and the kind of room you reserve but in most cases they'll save you some bucks over... Read the whole entry...» 
Find all the restaurant deals in the Charlotte area! You'll find food and drink deals every day of the week in restaurants all over the city and beyond. You might also be interested in: Read the whole entry...» 
Charlotte Blues Society presents a blues show the first Sunday of every month, except July, at The Rabbit Hole in Plaza Midwood, 1801 Commonwealth Avenue.
$10 for non-members, free for members, but a suggested donation of $5. January 5th,... Read the whole entry...» 
Looking for some new things to do with kids?
If you have kids, you know that there are plenty of fun, inexpensive things for kids in Charlotte, including parks, museums, splash pads and much more. But it's worth the short drive to check out... Read the whole entry...» 
Updated for 2019 (But a couple pictures are from 2018.) When Uptown Charlotte turns on the holiday lights it instantly becomes a festive destination. Within walking distance of each other are four towering Christmas trees, a Christmas market,... Read the whole entry...» 
Beerly Funny is a brand new stand-up comedy production effort that started from a desire to showcase, promote and share comedy as an art form, while also supporting local businesses. Beerly Funny shows are no more than $15, and sometimes... Read the whole entry...» 
Speedway Christmas returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway for a tenth year. Drive through and see the lights every night from November 22nd, 2019, to January 5th, 2020, with the exception of Christmas Day. Make sure to check out these two... Read the whole entry...» 
Bargain hunters, this is for you. Here's a big list of thrift stores, consignment stores, used book and record stores, antique and vintage shops in the Charlotte area. There can be a fine line between a thrift store and a vintage store....
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