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 2020 Christmas season. Make sure to bring your camera. At most of these, you... 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...» This list include in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this weekend, from Friday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so... Read the whole entry...» SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord, at Concord Mills, is lighting up for the holidays with over 10,000 lights. Journey into Sea of Lights from November 21st through January 3rd and experience the lights as they sparkle across 5,000 fishy friends! Guests... 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...» If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving turkey dinners from a grocery store or restaurant. Every year we put together a list of grocery stores or restaurants... Read the whole entry...» Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta and McDowell. Steven's Creek Nature Center is opening soon, but is already hosting some activities (see below.) The nature centers provide an excellent... Read the whole entry...» 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 private homes. New for this year,... Read the whole entry...» When we think of fall colors, we think of the North Carolina mountains, and for good reason. The spectacular vistas are one of a kind. We have put together a list of scenic drives for fall color in the mountains, as well as some drives closer to us... Read the whole entry...» Vintage Charlotte brings you another chance to shop for unique vintage and handmade items at VTGCLT. This market will be at Metropolitan, 1100 Metropolitan Avenue, for an extended visit from November 13th to December 23rd, 2020. Hours: November... Read the whole entry...» Want to get a FREE Jr. Frosty at Wendy's throughout 2021? All you have to do is purchase a cool Frosty Key Tag for just $2 at participating locations. You can also purchase them online here. (There is a $1.50 shipping charge — for up to... Read the whole entry...» The 71st annual Belmont Christmas Parade will take place Tuesday, December 1st, 2020, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please join The City of Belmont and the Montcross Area Chamber as they present the “Cruise Thru Christmas – Belmont Style” on... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Christmas Village will return to Uptown Charlotte this holiday season. This year it will be at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street. The event will take place on the concourse of the ballpark. The event will be presented in conjunction with... Read the whole entry...» Do you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend? Looking for something to do to get out of the house? We are highlighting a few events you shouldn't miss, but then, scroll down for a huge list of events we have on the... Read the whole entry...» Speedway Christmas returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway for an eleventh year in 2020. It will be taking place from November 21st, 2020, through January 17th, 2021, with the exception of Christmas Day. The spectacular drive-through light show... Read the whole entry...» If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26th, 2020. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early,... Read the whole entry...» University City Night Market is a brand new way to shop and enjoy festive evenings at Shoppes at University Place, 8929 JM Keyes Drive. This new, family-friendly market will feature a large array of vendor goods like handmade crafts, jewelry, arts... Read the whole entry...» Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Here's a list of upcoming Charlotte trivia nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule. You'll find them at bars, breweries, cideries, restaurants and coffee shops. Keep reading for a... Read the whole entry...» Congratulations, Kathy C., you've won! Please check your email. Charlotte Warehouse Sale is offering one lucky reader a $50 gift certificate to their next sale, which takes place November 14th to 22nd, 2020. Read on to learn about the... Read the whole entry...» Several Charlotte museums are joining together to thank the frontline workers during this difficult time. As a thank you to essential and frontline workers during the pandemic, The Mint Museum, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt... Read the whole entry...» |