Winter solstice takes place when one of the Earth’s poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. When that happens, we experience the shortest number of hours of sunlight in the year.
Winter solstice marks the beginning of the winter season. After winter solstice, the days start getting longer, with a little more sunlight each day.
Winter solstice takes place on December 21, 2023.
Read on for several ways to celebrate winter solstice in the Charlotte.
Winter Solstice Fire and Celebration
Celebrate winter solstice around a campfire on December 21, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. Discover the magic of the season by participating in a few nature connecting activities, including mindful connecting practice, fire building and intention setting. Registration is required and space is limited. Age 12+.
Participate in a Drum Circle
Rhythm Alliance for Justice and Drumstrong present A Winter Solstice “Rhythm Remedy” on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at Myers Park Baptist Church. It will take place at Heaton Hall, the domed social hall at 1900 Queens Road. The street address of the church is 1931 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina. All are welcome. This is a free event.
The theme of the event is From Darkness to Light. This free, all-inclusive, family-friendly drum circle will include clergy, community leaders and tribal leaders from various faiths and practices. Lots of drums will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you have one.
Walk a Labyrinth
Winter Solstice is a time for reflection for many people. Walk one of these 9 labyrinths in the Charlotte area to help you tap into the calmness of the season. If the labyrinth is part of a church or other organization, make sure to contact them first to make sure the labyrinth is available to visitors.
Go on a Hike
We’ve put together a list of 50+ hikes and walks in and near Charlotte. There are hikes of all distances and all difficulties. There’s a walk for all fitness levels.
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