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25% off tickets to Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular (available through Nov 29)

The 1st Annual Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular is bringing holiday magic to Ballantyne’s Backyard, 11611 N. Community House Road, Charlotte, NC, this Christmas season.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!

Immerse yourself in over a million Christmas lights along a...

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Best Christmas light displays in the Charlotte area for 2022

House in Berewick

Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2022 Christmas season? You’ve come to the right place.

This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes.

We will have a Google map with all the light on this page, and more! To see the map, just scroll down past...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend

Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap things to do from Friday to Sunday (or Monday if it’s a holiday weekend.)

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much...

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Early Cyber Monday deals on Amazon – air fryers, AirPods, Ninja mixers, TVs, more…

Amazon has some pretty great Cyber Monday deals available now.

Photo: Depositphotos

Keep checking back, as they’ll be updated frequently. We are listing just a few that caught our eye, but hunt around for what you need…or want!

We’re listing items below that are at least 30% off at the time of this post (most are a bigger...

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World Cup Watch Parties in Charlotte

The FIFA Men’s World Cup is taking place in November and December of 2022. It starts on Sunday, November 20th, with the final match taking place December 18th, 2022.

In all, 32 teams will compete in a total of 64 games in Qatar. This is the first time that a country in the Middle East is hosting the World Cup. You can see the team...

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Museum Store Sunday — shop for discounts at local museum stores

If you’re looking for a unique gift this season, consider shopping at local museum stores. Whether you’re shopping for a history buff, an art lover, or a science explorer, you can find the perfect gift at a museum store. It’s also a great way support your favorite museums.

Sunday, November 27th, 2022, is Museum Store Sunday...

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Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph Nov 27
Mint Museum Randolph. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC

Mint Museum has two locations:

  • Mint Museum Uptown: 500 S. Tryon Street
  • Mint Museum Randolph: 2730 Randolph Road

Read on to learn of upcoming events and exhibits.

Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph

lawn of Mint Museum Randolph in Chrarlotte Mint Museum Randolph. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

The last Sunday of the...

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Huge day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte 2022


This is a growing list of 2022 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.

Please scroll down for a (soon to be) massive day-by-day list.

Make sure to bookmark this page, as it will be frequently updated.

And make sure to follow the links to...

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Dec 1 first night for Lights at McAdenville — Christmas Town USA


McAdenville Christmas is a treasured tradition in the Charlotte area. McAdenville is 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 east of Gastonia. Hundreds of thousands of lights set the scene for holiday displays.

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Festive lights at Rosie’s Coffee & Wine Garden at McGill Rose Garden

Rosie’s Coffee & Wine Garden (at McGill Rose Garden) 940 N. Davidson Street, has decorated for the holidays, and invites the public to enjoy the illuminated garden.

Stop by and stroll through the decorated garden.

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

Love Christmas lights? Then you need to check out our list of the best Christmas light...

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Hot Stuff Holiday Market at Petra’s Nov 27

Petra’s, at 1919 Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood, is hosting Hot Stuff Holiday Pop Up Market on Sunday, November 28th, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It will feature local crafts, food, artisans and beer. Shop for a friend, for yourself, or for ideas for your own creative pursuits.

Look for updates on the Hot Stuff Market...

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Free Santa pictures at Madison Perk Coffee Bar

Madison Perk Coffee Bar, at 5033 South Blvd, Charlotte, serves up coffee, ice cream, cocktails and more.

In addition, it frequently hosts live music and other events. Here’s one upcoming event:

On Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, from 2 to 4 p.m., Santa will be there for free do-it-yourself pictures. Bring your camera/phone and take...

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Regal Classic Holiday Movies Series: Just $5

Regal is showing classic holiday movies on five weekends this season. Tickets are just $5.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!

The movies will be shown at 1 p.m. at participating theaters. Scroll down to see the participating cinemas in the Charlotte area.

  • November 27th, 2022:...

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Light the Knights Festival 2022, including ice rink, snow tubing slope, and Charlotte Christmas Village

Light the Knights Festival, which has taken place at Truist Field for the last two years, along with Charlotte Christmas Village, is significantly expanding its offerings for the 2022 holiday season.

It features a regulation size ice rink on the field and a 6-lane snow tubing slope in the outfield. You’ll need to sign a waiver to tube or...

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Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s 11th Annual‎ Christmas Market, including Santa visits


For four weekends in November and December, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery will transform into a German-inspired Christmas Market, known as Weihnachtsmarkt. OMB Christmas Market features vendors selling gifts and baked goods from open-air booths.

2022 marks the 11th anniversary of OMB’s Christmas Market, and it’s become a popular...

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Indian Trail’s Winter Fest and Tree Lighting

The Town of Indian Trail is taking its holiday celebration to the next level with its first ever Winter Fest!

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!

Winter Fest will take place Friday, December 2nd, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Chestnut Square Park, 320 Chestnut Parkway, Indian...

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Hallmark movies and half-price wine at Lost Worlds Brewing in Cornelius (and more)

Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, brings craft beers to Lake Norman.

They also host frequent events. You can find all the upcoming events on their Facebook page or website calendar.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Coming Up

Check back soon!

Recurring Events

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Triple C Brewing: Cookies with Santa Coat Drive, Hot Cocoa Wars, and more!


Triple C Brewing Company, 2900 Griffith Street (scroll down for a map), hosts frequent events, many free, and you can find them all on their Facebook page.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Coming Up

Free Live Music:

  • Check back soon!

USA vs. Iran World Cup Watch Party
Tuesday, November 29th, 2022
2...

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Trivia at Protagonist Beer at South End

Protagonist is a nano-brewery and taproom for curious beer drinkers. It’s located in the heart of NoDa, at 3123 N. Davison Street. They have a new, second location in the South End at 227 Southside Drive.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Protagonist hosts live music and other events. You can see upcoming...

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Primal Brewery’s 8th Birthday Bash at Primal Brewery Huntersville (and more)


Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery’s Facebook page or the Primal Brewery website calendar.

Primal Brewery has a second location, at 52 Ervin Street, Belmont, so please make sure, when you...

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Speedway Christmas

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

Speedway Christmas is returning to Charlotte Motor Speedway for a 13th year in 2022. It’s included in our list of the best Christmas light displays in the Charlotte area.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!

It will be taking place from...

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Free matinees, live music, film events, more, at VisArt Video (and more)

VisArt Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation, creation, and experience of movies through education, community events, and rental of over 40,000 titles—some being rare and non-streaming. Check out the Micro Cinema for private events, parties and screenings here.

Through November 30th, 2022,...

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Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a huge 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 Charlotte area for the 2022 Christmas season. Make sure to bring your camera. At most of these, you take your own pictures, but at some, professional photographers take the pictures.

Note: A few of...

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CupLux Coffee Drive-Thru: 10% off your holiday drink when you let Santa decide!

CupLux Coffee Drive-Thru, 3115 Freedom Drive, is a convenient, family-owned, drive-thru-only coffee shop serving coffees, craft beverages, and local pastries.

CupLux has released an entire menu dedicated to the Christmas season, including drinks and treats. They’re partnering with local shops to bring the concept to life with products...

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A Jolly Good Market at Resident Culture Brewing in Plaza Midwood (and more!)


Resident Culture Brewing Company has two locations:

  • Plaza Midwood: 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte
  • South End: 332 W Bland Street, Charlotte

They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. When you plan on an event, make sure to verify which location it’s at.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte...

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Free weekly fitness bootcamp at NoDa Brewing (and more!)

NoDa Brewing Company, at 2921 N. Tryon St., hosts many free events. They also have a second location at 2229 N. Davidson St. Be sure to double-check the location before attending an event.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Check out NoDa Brewing Company’s Facebook page for information on events like:

  • Trivia
  • Beer...

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North Carolina Christmas Extravaganza at Cabarrus Arena and Event Center

North Carolina Christmas Extravaganza takes place at Cabarrus Arena and Event Center, 4751 NC Hwy 49, Concord, NC, on Saturday, November 26th, and Sunday, November 27th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We’ve put together a huge list of holiday markets in the Charlotte area! Shop for unique gifts…or for yourself!

Admission is free,...

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Big list of Charlotte Area Holiday Markets in 2022


Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here’s a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more.

We’re always adding to this list!

Scroll down for a day-by-day list of holiday markets in the Charlotte area.

Know of more that should be on this list?...

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Free holiday concerts around Charlotte 2022

Photo: Depositphotos

Celebrate the season by attending a free holiday concert in the Charlotte area in 2022. In this list you might find find traditional Christmas music, a tuba concert, community chorus concerts and more. This listed is growing every day, so please keep checking back.

These concerts take place all over the Charlotte...

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Huntersville holiday events: Holiday Market, Tree Lighting, Christmas in Huntersville


The Town of Huntersville will celebrate the holiday season with several festive events. Each of these events is free, but there will be shopping available, as well as food and drink for sale. Some activities might also have a cost.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!


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Christmas Tree Farms and Lots near Charlotte — choose your own tree

The holiday season is on the way, and for many families that means it will soon be the time to find the perfect Christmas tree.

Please know that Christmas trees are expected to sell out early this year, so plan your visit as soon as you can.

Below is a list of Christmas tree farms and lots in and around Charlotte that can help you find the...

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Amazon Prime members get free Grubhub delivery

Amazon and Grubhub have just partnered to offer Prime members a free, one-year Grubhub+ membership. With this membership you’ll enjoy unlimited $0 delivery fees from tons of participating restaurants on GrubHub. The regular price of GrubHub+ is $9.99 a month.

If you’re already a member of Prime, you can sign up for GrubHub+ here,...

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3rd Annual Tree Festival at Chickadee Hill Farms in Statesville

Chickadee Hill Farms, at 181 East Monbo Road, Statesville, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Tree Festival.

This holiday event takes place from November 25th to December 3rd, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Admission is $20. Kids under 2 years old are admitted for free.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte...

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