The joy of Christmas light and colour lies in everything in Charlotte and its surroundings. So, both children and adults can enjoy themselves at inns, dinners and illuminated attractions and activities in the park.
Explore below our guide to events and activities that continue from the last two weeks of 2024.
Latin Event Christmas
Compare Concord Food Christmas Party
Concord’s Comparts Supermarket celebrates its first year and celebrates its Christmas anniversary on Friday, December 1st.
Attendees will be able to enjoy Mariachi, cakes, photos with Santa, prizes and more.
Charlotte’s Christmas Bonus
The Enlace Dominicano Group will invite the community to a Christmas bonus event sponsored by Punta Cana Restaurant and El Ideal LLC, which will be held on Saturday, December 21st.
“Bring your chairs and instruments and enjoy the Christmas spirit with us,” the group says.
At the event, participants can enjoy the typical traditions of this season. There, Yanikek and Ginger Tea are completely free of charge.
“We are ready to sing and dance to the music of DJ Deschamps. The event will be in the Punta Cana restaurant’s car park, so we will close out warmly,” the organizational group says.
Those who wish to book a table in the restaurant can call 704-529-3599.
New Life Gastonia Christmas celebration
New Life Church will be holding a Christmas Celebration event outdoors on Sunday, December 22nd.
Participants can enjoy live music, food, desserts, theatre, live dance, inflatables, games for kids, and presents. It’s all free.
Date: Sunday, December 22nd Address: 504 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC. Time: 11:30am to 2:00pm
Day 3 of 2025 in Charlotte
Fiestas Patrias Organization, Levine Museum in New South and Manolo’s Bakery will be holding “Three Kings Day – Díade Reyes 2025.”
Participants can enjoy singing, dancing and creative craft performances for the whole family, and enjoy the largest traditional Rozca de Reyes in Carolina.
The event will feature performances by Latin children’s choir Sierri Trindchoa, celebratory songs, drumming activities with NC Brazilian art, and dance demonstrations.
There will be opportunities to take photos with three sages and educational activities, including the creation of crafts.
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025 Address: Gymnasium 2nd Ward, 710 E MLK Jr. Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28202 Hours: 12:00 PM
Top Christmas Attractions Around Charlotte
1. Winter Festival at Carrowin’s (Charlotte)
The holiday season can be celebrated with the Carrowins with millions of sparkling lights, ice skating, family activities, live entertainment and choice of attractions.
Enjoy holiday light displays, festive food and shopping opportunities. Experience the thrill of ice skating at Snowflake Lake, write to Santa, decorate Mrs. Klaus and cookies, and take part in the Winterfest Wonderland Parade with gorgeously decorated floats and performers.
Date: Until Saturday, January 4th Address: 14523 Carrowinds Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273 Opening Hours: 5pm – 10pm:00pm Tickets: Starting from $35 Carrowinds Details
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2.Christmas Village USA (McAdenville)
McAdenville, a quaint town just west of Charlotte in Gaston County, adjacent to a tributary of the Catauba River, transforms into Christmas Town USA every December, with over 600,000 lights, spectacular nativity scenes and seasonal music It is equipped with. Visitors can enjoy dinner at Terra Mia Ristorante, shop at Mona’s Boutique and Gifts, and experience the festive atmosphere from December 1st to 26th.
Date: All December Opening Hours: 5:30pm to 10:00pm Address: Located between Interstate 85 (Exit 23) and Wilkinson BLVD (74).
3. Speedway Christmas – Concord
It is announced by Atrium Health at Concord’s Charlotte Motor Speedway, with over 5 million flashing lights on a four-mile course that includes Oval, Pit Road and Racetrack.
The event will be held every night from January 5th, 2025, from 6pm to 10pm, with lights synchronized with 101.3 FM music, and drive-in screenings on giant speedway televisions from every Thursday to Sunday night. It will be done.
The infield Christmas Village features lit trails, Santa photos, merchandise vendors, food and drinks, and roasted smore pits. Tickets are available for $35 per vehicle Monday through Wednesday and $45 per vehicle Thursday through Sunday night, while Express Lane is available for $75 per vehicle.
Date: Opening until January 5th: 6pm to 10:00pm pm Address: 5571 CONCORD PKWY S, CONCORD, NC 28027 Tickets: More information from $35 to $75 on Charlotte Motor Speedway
4. Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular (Charlotte)
The event, held in the backyard of Ballantine in Charlotte, features more than a million spectacular features, including new scenes and exciting exhibits, Frosty’s fun land, illuminated elf playgrounds, exquisite ice castles with princess carriages, and VIPs. Lights and displays appear along the half mile trail. Hoho Glow Lounge and interactive cane elements.
There is Christmas scene, music and oversized snow gloves. The event will also feature boutiques, shops, rotation food trucks, activities for kids, moon bounce, Santa, Santa through December 23rd, and some evening dancers.
The event is open every night from 5:30pm to 10pm and closes early on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day. Tickets are available, with general admission fee of $10 and VIP admission fee of $39.
Date: Opening hours: 5:30pm to 10:30pm Address: 11611 Community House Rd. , NC, NC 28277 Tickets: $10 to $39 More info Holiday Light Spectacular
5. Wright and Winterland Express Celebration (Cannapolis)
Every night, over 250,000 lights will join the holiday spirit with the light celebrations through December 30th. , make smores, visit with Santa, and watch the performances of the Bear and Shackles Quartet singing Cannapolis songs.
Entrance to the park and lighting display is free. You will need a ticket to board the carousel and take the train. Winterland Express is open Sunday through Thursday through Thursday from 6pm to 9pm and Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 10pm.
Date: Opening hours: 6pm to 9pm (Sunday to Thursday), 6pm to 10pm (Friday and Saturday) Address: 700 West C Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 Tickets: Park Entrance is free, carousel and train tickets are required on etix.com Details $2
6. Garden Festival (Belmont)
Belmont Garden Holidays will turn Daniel Stowe’s Botanical Garden into a stunning display of holiday lights until December 29th. Guests can explore sparkling lights, sparkling fountains and immersive holiday displays. Enjoy s’mores in the outdoor fire pit. Enjoy local cuisine from the food truck. Guests can ride track rest rain rides every Friday, visit with Santa on Saturdays and Sundays (6pm to 8pm), or drink signature holiday cocktails at the Adults Only Spikes.
Date: Opening hours until December 29th: 5pm to 10pm (Saturday to Sunday) Address: 6500 S New Hope Road, Belmont, NC. Tickets: $18-$24. Children under the age of 2 can enter for free. Learn holidays in the garden
7. Night of Light Festival (Charlotte)
The Nights Festival at Trustfield in Uptown Charlotte offers a celebratory experience at a holiday market with a regulated size ice skating rink, 10 lanes, 150 feet long snow tube hill and over 20 vendor booths I will.
Participants will be able to enjoy tens of thousands of lights, Christmas trees and themed displays along with visits from Santa and Mrs. Klaus.
Date: Opening hours until January 3rd: 5pm to 10:30pm, December 20th, 2pm to 9pm (closed on January 3rd (closed on the 24th and 25th). Address: 324 Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $12 to $40 Light The Knights Festival
8. New Year at Sea Life Aquarium (Concord)
Guests can immerse themselves in the holiday season at Sea Life Charlotte Code’s sparkling tidal aquarium. Thousands of holiday lights illuminate underwater tunnels and feature over 10 festive zones filled with dazzling displays.
The aquarium will be open to explore from 10am to 00am, attending the Great Ve Day celebration on December 5th, with early countdowns and exciting ball drops at noon.
Date: Opening hours: 10am to 5pm, Daive Day Early morning: 12:00 December 31st Address: 8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027 Tickets: $19-$26 Learn Sea Life in Charlotte Concord
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