Things To Do This Holiday Season In Charlotte North Carolina

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And here Charlotte North Carolina, we know how to celebrate. From magical light displays to festive holiday markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season. So whether you’re looking for some family fun or a romantic evening out, check out our list of the top 10 things to do this holiday season around Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

1. Southern Christmas Show: Expect 450-plus merchants selling crafts, holiday decor and, yes, there’s an entire room where you can sample wine from NC vineyards. Insider tip: don’t leave the show without a warm cone of Bavarian Roasted Nuts.

2. Charlotte Christmas Village: The Charlotte Knights aren’t only about baseball. The Charlotte Christmas Village and Light the Knights will transform Truist Field with holiday light displays, decorated trees, and a delectable selection of European fare. Can you taste the bratwurst, schnitzel, and sauerkraut? A walk through the Christmas Village to shop for handmade ornaments, holiday decor, and jewelry. Save room for some Glühwein, a traditional mulled, spiced wine served in Germany and throughout Europe during the holidays. The Village Bakery serves authentic Bavarian hot pretzels, strudel, and Kinderwein—the kid’s version of Glühwein.

3. The Nutcracker Ballet: The Charlotte Ballet returns to Belk Theater December 3-23 for a beloved holiday tradition — the Nutcracker Ballet! Travel with Clara on a whimsical journey to the magical kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Other characters include Fritz, Clara’s naughty younger brother, the mischievous Mouse King, and, of course, The Nutcracker. This is one of those iconic Charlotte holiday events you just can’t miss. Tickets run from $25 – $114. Times vary with performances at 2:30, 7:00, and 7:30 pm.

4. Carowinds Winterfest: Carowinds introduces WinterFest, an all-new immersive holiday entertainment tradition, opening this Friday, November 24. WinterFest transforms the park into a winter wonderland adorned with more that five million holiday lights, a 70-foot Christmas tree and festive décor displayed throughout the park. WinterFest activities include a tree lighting nightly, live holiday shows and strolling performers, ice skating, up to 16 family rides, a special holiday menu and falling snow. WinterFest will be open select evenings through December 30.

5. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market: For four weekends in November and December, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery will transform into a German-inspired Christmas Market, known as Weihnachtsmarkt. OMB Christmas Market features vendors selling gifts and baked goods from open-air booths

6. Ice Skating at Whitewater Center: Starting November 11, the US National Whitewater Center turns into a winter wonderland! For the third year in a row, try ice skating at their Whitewater Pond.

7. See the Lights at Christmas Town USA: McAdenville, a tiny 600-person town located less than 30 minutes west of Charlotte, transforms into Christmas Town USA. Residents set up more than 500,000 lights creating a citywide display that attracts national attention — it’s been going on for 64 years.