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December 22

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

"Let it Snow" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts

"Season of Light" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Shows & Concerts

Letters To Santa

From November 28th to December 23rd, children and families can stop in Spangler Library and write a letter to Santa. ...

Holiday Literacy Scavenger Hunt

Drop in and search for 9 holiday-themed images hidden throughout the library. Find all 9 and receive a prize!

Free Photos with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops, at Concord Mills, is hosting Santa’s Wonderland 2018, featuring FREE photos with Santa, crafts, games and activities. ...

Santa Hustle & Kids Dash North Carolina

Put the run in Pa-run Pum Pum Pum! The Santa Hustle 5K and half marathon are coming soon! You don’t ...

Run Run Rudolph 5k/10k

The Run Run Rudolph 5K10K is a great way to celebrate the season! Enjoy the fully stocked hot chocolate bar, ...

Breakfast with Santa at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Santa Claus is coming to town, and he's making a pit stop at the NASCAR Hall of Fame for the ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Tickets are $25 per adult and $22 per child, ages 2 to 10. Children under 2 are free. Advance ticket purchase is required; tickets will not be sold at the door.
  • Website: holidaysatthehall.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Sea of Lights at SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord)

Ho, ho, ho! It's the return of Scuba Claus for the FIRST EVER Sea of Lights Experience! Wander through each ...

Breakfast with Santa at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Santa Claus is coming to town, and he is making a pit stop at the NASCAR Hall of Fame for ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame 400 E Martin Luther King Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202.
  • Cost: Tickets are $25 per adult and $22 per child ages 2 to 10. Children under 2 are free. Advance ticket purchase is required; tickets will not be sold at the door.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Gingerbread House Class at SAS Cupcakes-Blakeney

Remember that one time you decided to make Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses at home? Sounds messy... lets stick with having ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: SAS Cupcakes-Blakeney 9941 Rea Rd, Ste C, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Cost: Just $9 per child. (Parents FREE) Space is limited, and this fun class WILL Book Up. Call to reserve your spot TODAY!!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Classes

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Christmas N Candyland (Ms. Claus) at Victory Lane Indoor Karting

The Christmas N Candyland Tour is coming to Charlotte, NC this December. Every Sunday guests can expect the "Ultimate Christmas ...

2018 Regal Holiday Classics: Elf

Starting December 1 - December 22, each Saturday, at 12pm local time enjoy one of these 4 traditional Holiday Classics ...

Deck the Halls with Hops & Barley

Join Blue Blaze Brewing in decking the halls! Gather your friends and family to celebrate the holiday season in true ...

Winter Wonderland at The Press Box Bar & Grill

It's beginning to look alot like Christmas! We are transforming the Press Box into a Winter Wonderland. Join us December ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Press Box Bar & Grill 9609 North Tryon Street #A, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262.
  • Cost: This event is free for parents and their kids
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

2018 Queen City X-Mas Expo at The Carole Hoefener Center

Free Santa Pictures, Free gift wrap, Toy Giveaway, Ornament Decoration, Vendors, Food, Kids activities, bounce house, entertainment, surprises and more...

Discovering My Genius (Holiday Books)

Join the Baryonnoh Vision Non-Profit Organization for a genre based book club. Each month will focus on a different subject ...

Queen City Candy Cane Hunt at The Carole Hoefener Center

First ever Queen City Candy Cane Hunt! Santa approved.

Santa's Workshop at Blakeney

Visit Santa's brand new workshop on the Village Green at Blakeney Shopping Center this holiday season for portraits with Santa ...

Holiday Craft Camp / Drop Off at Small Hands Big Art

We're pulling out all the stops at this holiday-decor-making-gift-giving-festive-cheer-sharing craft fest! Our holiday craft cabinets will explode into an "all-you-can-eat" ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $35 / per crafting family member.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Carowinds WinterFest

Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate holiday celebration as we ...

Elite Skating Academy Ice Show at Winter Wonderland SouthPark

The Elite Skating Academy of NC joins us this Saturday, December 22 at 2 pm to put on a ice ...

Story Explorers: Fairy Tale STEAM: Trap the Gingerbread Man!

Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games, and more! Join us as we ...

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Charlotte's Symphony Magic of Christmas

JOYFUL. HEARTWARMING. PURE FAMILY FUN. Delight in the wonder of the holiday season at an ALL NEW Magic of Christmas! Cheerful and ...

Christmas with the Kringles

Bring your family on a once in a lifetime Christmas adventure. Visit behind the scenes with Santa & Mrs. Claus ...

Holiday Craft Camp / Drop Off at Small Hands Big Art

We're pulling out all the stops at this holiday-decor-making-gift-giving-festive-cheer-sharing craft fest! Our holiday craft cabinets will explode into an "all-you-can-eat" ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $35 / per crafting family member.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

The POLAR Express™ Train Ride at N.C. Transportation Museum

The Polar Express Train Ride in Spencer, North Carolina, rolls out on select evenings between November 16 and December 22, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: Standard tickets are $38 each for adults and $32 each for children 2-12. Deluxe tickets are $48 each for adults and $42 each for children 2-12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

Ray of Hope Christmas Party at Waxhaw's Ray of Hope Community Outreach

Our sixth annual Christmas Outreach Party! It will take place at the Waxhaw American Legion at 5 pm on Saturday, ...

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Unicorn Festival at Extreme Ice Center

Have you seen this??! SAVE THE DATE. We are having a Unicorn Festival!! Come in Costume!! We will have Face-painters and give-a-ways ...

  • 7:20 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Extreme Ice Center 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd, Indian Trail, North Carolina 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte's Symphony Magic of Christmas

JOYFUL. HEARTWARMING. PURE FAMILY FUN. Delight in the wonder of the holiday season at an ALL NEW Magic of Christmas! Cheerful and ...

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