Every year, we put together a list of festive spots in Uptown Charlotte that you can visit on foot. This year, things are a little bit different, and a couple of the more interactive attractions aren't taking place, including ice skating at... Read the whole entry...» This list include in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so... Read the whole entry...» If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Christmas dinners from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant. We're putting together a list of businesses in the Charlotte... Read the whole entry...» North Carolina is providing $335 payments to eligible families to help with costs associated with remote learning and childcare expenses during the pandemic. The deadline to apply has been extended to Monday, December 7th, 2020, at 2 p.m. There are... Read the whole entry...» Brookhaven Christmas Lights in Matthews Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2020 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to. This list includes professional displays, town events, and... 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 Menorah lightings, parties, and even a Menorah Car Parade. We are waiting... Read the whole entry...» Billy Graham Library, at 4330 Westmont Drive, again presents its popular Christmas at the Library. This year, it will run from November 30th to December 23rd, 2020. Mondays through Thursdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, from 9:30... Read the whole entry...» Diners in the Charlotte area can cross a stress-free Christmas dinner 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. Most restaurants on this... Read the whole entry...» Johnson C. Smith University is once again presenting An Evening with Mrs. Claus & Santa, but they're adjusting to the times and doing it as a virtual event. This is the fifth year that JCSU is presenting this free event for families in the... Read the whole entry...» Photo by Steve Rankin 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... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Christmas Village has returned to Uptown Charlotte this holiday season. This year it's at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street. The event is taking place on the concourse of the ballpark. The event is being presented in conjunction with... 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...» For a second year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two popular winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights... Read the whole entry...» Starting December 3rd, 2020, children of all ages will have the opportunity to drop off a letter to Santa in his mailbox in Uptown Charlotte. The Letters to Santa Station will operate from Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., from December 3rd... Read the whole entry...» Holy Angels, which provides care and opportunities to differently abled people, is celebrating its 65th anniversary with a powerful and inspirational luminary display on Sunday, December 20th, 2020, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will take place on Holy... Read the whole entry...» This is a growing list of 2020 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year's. Some of the most popular events, like the Thanksgiving Day Parade, will... Read the whole entry...» With all the excitement of Santa, sometimes the more sacred or spiritual aspects of Christmas can be overshadowed. But many churches and other organizations have planned wonderful drive-thru or walk-thru live Nativities that are open to the... Read the whole entry...» The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, is hosting the extremely popular Gingerbread Lane again this year. Gingerbread artists will create masterpieces and compete for top honors. Gingerbread Lane Visit the hotel... Read the whole entry...» The Town of Davidson is celebrating the season once again with Christmas in Davidson, but they've spread the events out to 12 days, to make things safer for everyone. It takes place daily from December 1st to December 12th, with a... Read the whole entry...» Santa is coming to Ben & Jerry's, 202 South Main Street in Davidson, on Tuesday, December 8th, 2020, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Follow the above link and reserve your family's spot. They'll contact you to set up the exact time. ... Read the whole entry...» There will be several opportunities in 2020 to learn about and to celebrate Kwanzaa in the Charlotte area. All of these are free, family-friendly events, unless otherwise specified. Also, unless otherwise stated, these events will be taking place... Read the whole entry...» |