Every year, we put together a list of festive spots in Uptown Charlotte that you can visit on foot.
Here are some of the festive spots in Uptown Charlotte this holiday season.
Want to see it all in one night? Put on your comfortable shoes and try it yourself! And let us know what spots we missed, and, time permitting, we’ll add them.
This list has been updated for 2021.
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Some of the destinations are just for a quick look and others are places you’ll want to spend some time. Many of the attractions on this walk would be great day or night. Make sure to check the times for everything and to follow links for updates.
Need to park? Here’s a parking map from Center City Partners. You can park in several garages after 5 p.m. for just $6. (But don’t hold us to that, especially if there’s a special event that night.) Public transportation is easy, inexpensive and convenient.
1. Bank of America Plaza
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100 North Tryon Street
Stop by Trade and Tryon to see the massive Christmas tree, flanked by illuminated reindeer, then head inside of Bank America Corporate Center. Sadly, the Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra is not performing in Founders Hall this year, but there are some nice decorations in the lobby.
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2. Polk Park
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105 N. Tryon Street.
Head across Tryon to Polk Park. Adding to the lights and the big presents are Charlotte-themed human-sized postcards and greeting cards, perfect for photo ops.
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3. Truist Center
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The Christmas tree inside Truist Center, on the College Street side, is pretty majestic. The entrance on College Street is just north of 5th Street, across from Mert’s Heart and Soul, where you should definitely order the macaroni and cheese.
4. Mint Museum Uptown
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500 S. Tryon Street
The giant red ornament “half buried” in the ground is a popular photo op during the holiday season. It’s right in front of The Mint Museum Uptown, with a great skyline backdrop. There are a couple of smaller (but still large) ornaments around the corner.
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5. Ritz Carlton
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201 East Trade Street
Visit any time
The model train set is not at Ritz Carlton this year, but the tree made from recycled bottles is, and so are the “macaron trees” in the lobby.
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6. NASCAR Hall of Fame
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400 East MLK Jr. Boulevard
The tree outside of NASCAR Hall of Fame is one of the most beautifully decorated in Uptown Charlotte. The polar bear is a favorite spot for family pictures.
7. Carolina Panthers Christmas Tree
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Outside Bank of America Stadium, at Mint and Graham Street.
8. Light the Knights and Charlotte Christmas Village
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Truist Field, 324 S. Mint Street
Charlotte Christmas Village is on the concourse of Truist Field, and has been joined by Light the Knights, the Charlotte Knights stunning lights installation, which includes tons of Christmas trees, inflatables, and snow.
Shop for gifts, enjoy sweet treats, listen to music, but, most of all, take in the spectacular view. Santa and Homer will be there for photos, at no additional charge after admission.
Admission is $5 before 5 p.m., $10 after 5 p.m. Here’s all the info you need on Charlotte Christmas Village and Light the Knights.
Uptown Charlotte Holidays Map
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