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Free and cheap New Year’s Eve events in Charlotte
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or at least some fun and a champagne toast at midnight? We've got you … [Read More...]

Family friendly New Year’s events in Charlotte, Noon Year’s Eve countdowns and more
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family at these events in Charlotte. This list includes many Noon Year's Eve … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Charlotte area (updated!)
Looking for the biggest, brightest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2025 Christmas season? You've … [Read More...]

Charlotte bars open on Christmas Day — where to find live music, pinball, pool, and more
Looking for a Charlotte bar open on Christmas Day? Maybe you'd like to go have a drink with your out of town guests. Or … [Read More...]
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Three Kings Day and Twelfth Night in Charlotte 2025 — including where to buy Rosca de Reyes
Even after Christmas and New Year's Day pass, holiday celebrations continue in Charlotte with Three Kings Day (Día de … [Read More...]
WDAV’s Small Batch Concert at Free Range Brewing: Anita Graef on Jan. 15
WDAV Classical Public Radio's Small Batch Concert Series has returned for the 2025/2026 season. This popular chamber … [Read More...]
Big list of things (many free!) for kids to do during winter break 2025/2026
Wondering what to do with the kids over winter break 2025/2026? Look no further. Here's a list of some activities and … [Read More...]
Twelfth Night Celebration at President James K. Polk State Historic Site Jan. 3
Learn about Twelfth Night at President James K. Polk Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, North Carolina. … [Read More...]
Ed’s Dinosaurs Live at ImaginOn Jan. 6
The first Tuesday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ed's Dinosaurs Live comes to ImaginOn, 300 E Seventh Street, … [Read More...]
Free Food Waste Buckets from Mecklenburg County Recycling — for composting!
Mecklenburg County Recycling's Food Waste Program gives residents an opportunity to drop their food waste off for … [Read More...]
Twelfth Night: Spirits of the Season at Charlotte Museum of History Jan 10
Charlotte Museum of History, at 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC, is presenting Twelfth Night: Spirits of the Season … [Read More...]
Upcoming Events at Stevens Creek Nature Center: Birding, Squirrel Appreciation Day Hike, more…
Stevens Creek Nature Center, at 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, is within Stevens Creek Nature … [Read More...]
Puppet Palooza at ImaginOn — all-day puppet festival Jan 31
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is presenting Puppet Palooza. This free, all-day, family-friendly celebration of puppets … [Read More...]
Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week
What is there to do this week in Charlotte? A lot! This list includes things to do in Charlotte, and surrounding areas, … [Read More...]
Best of the Holiday Season

Family friendly New Year’s events in Charlotte, Noon Year’s Eve countdowns and more
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family at these events in Charlotte. This list includes many Noon Year's Eve … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Charlotte area (updated!)
Looking for the biggest, brightest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2025 Christmas season? You've … [Read More...]

Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!
By Jody Mace
This is a constantly updated list of 2025 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include … [Read More...]

Lake Norman Lighted Christmas Boat Parade Dec. 20
By Jody Mace
Christmas parades aren't limited to the land! Every year there are several lighted boat parades in the Charlotte … [Read More...]

Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a day-by-day list
By Jody Mace
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Here are a … [Read More...]

Charlotte Area Christmas and Holiday Parades in 2025
By Jody Mace
In November and December, you can find holiday and Christmas parades in every corner of the Charlotte area. Area holiday … [Read More...]

6 Hanukkah Celebrations and Events in Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events … [Read More...]

12 Christmas Tree Farms and Lots near Charlotte — updated for 2025
By Jody Mace
The holiday season is on the way, and for many families, that means it will soon be the time to find the perfect … [Read More...]

Day by day list of free holiday concerts around Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Celebrate the season by attending a free holiday concert in the Charlotte area in 2025. In this list you might find find … [Read More...]

Shop Local: Big list of Charlotte Area Holiday Markets in 2025
By Jody Mace
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, … [Read More...]

Charlotte restaurants open for dine-in for Thanksgiving 2025
By Jody Mace
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you, here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, … [Read More...]

Where to Order a Thanksgiving Dinner to Enjoy at Home — 2025
By Jody Mace
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your … [Read More...]

Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Charlotte Area 2025
By Jody Mace
Christmas tree lighting celebrations will be taking place all over the Charlotte area in November and December of 2025. … [Read More...]

Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys, meals and groceries for families
By Jody Mace
Each year, local organizations and community groups in the Charlotte area sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food … [Read More...]

Six outdoor ice skating rinks in Charlotte area this winter
By Jody Mace
For a place where the average high temperature is 62 degrees in November and 53 degrees in December, Charlotte sure does … [Read More...]
Shopping

Spring Consignment Sales in Charlotte 2026 — starting in January

120 Charlotte area thrift, consignment, used books, antique and vintage stores

Day-by-day list of markets around Charlotte — art, vintage, hand-made items











