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CATEGORIES:Holiday Events
SUMMARY:The Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular 
LOCATION:11611 N Community House Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular returns to Ballantyne’s Backyard Nov
 ember 28–December 30, 2025. Now in its fourth year, the event features more
  than a million dazzling lights, festive displays, and family-friendly fun.
  Last year, over 90,000 visitors made it part of their holiday tradition. L
 ocated at 11611 North Community House Road in Charlotte, the experience off
 ers holiday magic and memory-making moments for all ages. Tickets start at 
 just $10.
X-EXTRAINFO:The Carolinas' most dazzling holiday tradition is back — and bigger than ev
 er. The Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular will return to Ballantyne's Back
 yard, located at 11611 North Community House Road, Charlotte, starting the 
 Thanksgiving weekend and running from Friday, November 28, through Monday, 
 December 30, 2025. Now in its fourth year, the event continues to bring hol
 iday magic, memory-making moments, and more than a million lights to life. 
 Last year, more than 90,000 visitors from across the region made the Caroli
 na Holiday Light Spectacular part of their family tradition. Tickets start 
 at only $10.\n\nNew in 2025: The Winter Wonderland Carnival\nThe biggest ne
 w attraction of the season brings the joy of a holiday fair to Ballantyne’s
  Backyard. Included with general admission, the Winter Wonderland Carnival 
 features the Sooper Jet kiddie coaster for young thrill seekers, the Bear A
 ffair spinning ride, and a rapid slide sure to delight guests of all ages. 
 For those looking to elevate the fun, the classic Ferris wheel, offering tw
 inkling skyline views, is available as a $20 add-on. Whether entertaining l
 ittle ones or tapping into nostalgic fun, the Winter Wonderland Carnival of
 fers festive excitement at every turn.\n\nGet ready to relive your favorite
  memories as our fan favorites return, now with even more to love.\nFrom da
 zzling light trails to interactive fun, returning attractions include:\n• A
  half-mile walking trail featuring 40 percent more light displays and dazzl
 ing new scenes\n• The glowing walk-through Ice Castle and Princess Carriage
 \n• Beloved Frosty’s Fun Land with REAL SNOW and the illuminated Elf Playgr
 ound\n• Magical interactive wand elements, available as a $20 add-on, invit
 e guests to unlock surprises hidden throughout the light displays.\n• Night
 ly appearances by Santa Claus through Dec. 23\n• Life-sized snow globes and
  performances by ballerinas and live entertainers on select evenings\n• The
  Holiday Village features charming local boutiques, a changing lineup of fo
 od trucks, and festive drinks to warm both hands and spirits.\n\nVIP perks\
 nUpgrade to VIP admission for a truly special night out. VIP guests are tre
 ated to a keepsake mug with bottomless hot chocolate, access to the exclusi
 ve HO HO Glow Lounge & Bar, private restrooms, and a dedicated entrance to 
 skip the lines.\n\nAccessibility Upgrades\nAll pathways are now concrete or
  decked for a smoother experience, making the route accessible for stroller
 s, wheelchairs, and scooters. (A few gentle hills remain.)\n\nTickets and D
 ates\nOpen nightly from 5:30 to 10 p.m.\nClosed Christmas Day | Early closu
 re on Christmas Eve\nPlease refer to ncholidaylights.com for specific times
  and holiday closures.\nGeneral admission\nStarting at $10 (Monday – Thursd
 ay, 8 to 10 p.m.)\n$15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Monday – Thursday and 8 to 10 p
 .m., Friday – Sunday*\n$20 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Friday – Sunday\n$25 for An
 y Night General Admission tickets (these are limited and will sell out)\nFr
 ee on-site parking\n\nVIP admission: $39, includes a keepsake mug with bott
 omless hot chocolate, access to HO HO Glow Lounge & Bar, private restrooms,
  and a dedicated entrance.\n\nAdd-on experiences\nMagical Snowflake Wand – 
 $20\nWinter Wonderland Carnival Rides – $20; Includes four ride tickets, ea
 ch redeemable for one attraction: the Ferris Wheel, Bear Affair, Sooper Jet
  Kiddie Roller Coaster, or Rapid Slide.\n
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