Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2020 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to. This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes. New for this year,... Read the whole entry...» This list include in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so... Read the whole entry...» If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving turkey dinners from a grocery store or restaurant. Every year we put together a list of grocery stores or restaurants... Read the whole entry...» Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events are family friendly and most are free. Events include Menorah lightings, parties, and even a Menorah Car Parade. We are waiting... Read the whole entry...» As you make your Thanksgiving Day plans in Charlotte, make sure you know what is open and closed. Read on to learn about holiday hours at Mecklenburg County facilities (including libraries and nature centers), City of Charlotte services (including... Read the whole entry...» If you're planning a Thanksgiving feast, now is the time to be shopping for a turkey. Many Charlotte grocery stores have low prices on frozen turkeys, so consider buying a second one to put in your freezer if you have room. But don't... Read the whole entry...» Goodyear Arts is a program that sets up shop in underused buildings and offers artists residencies for two months. In addition to the studio space, the artists are paid a stipend. The artists' work often extends to alteration of the building... Read the whole entry...» This year, many of us, in the interest of safety, are reducing the size of our Thanksgiving gatherings, and many of us are skipping travel completely. To take a little bit of the pain of that sacrifice away, Zoom is lifting its 40-minute limit for... Read the whole entry...» JazzArts Charlotte's mission is to connect the cultural community and develop an audience for jazz, through quality education, performance, and musician support. Since live events are temporarily on hold, JazzArts Charlotte is offering some... Read the whole entry...» Tommy's Pub, 3124 Eastway Drive, is a small neighborhood bar that's big on music and community. Like other bars, it's been hit hard economically, but is hanging in there, and hosting outdoor events. Maker's Market is a... Read the whole entry...» Congratulations, Kathy C., you've won! Please check your email. Charlotte Warehouse Sale is offering one lucky reader a $50 gift certificate to their next sale, which takes place November 14th to 22nd, 2020. Read on to learn about the... Read the whole entry...» This list include in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this weekend, from Friday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so... Read the whole entry...» Carowinds, which has been closed since March, has announced that they will be reopening in a limited capacity for Taste of the Season Outdoor Holiday Experience. This event will take place on select days from November 21st to December 20th, 2020,... Read the whole entry...» Do you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend? Looking for something to do to get out of the house? We are highlighting a few events you shouldn't miss, but then, scroll down for a huge list of events we have on the... Read the whole entry...» For a limited time, Steak 'n Shake is offering FREE fries at any participating location's drive-thru. No purchase is required. Just drive up and ask for fries. In addition, from 2 p.m. to 5 pm. every Monday through Friday, get any shake... Read the whole entry...» Speedway Christmas returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway for an eleventh year in 2020. It will be taking place from November 21st, 2020, through January 17th, 2021, with the exception of Christmas Day. The hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The... Read the whole entry...» We've put together a list of several Christmas Trains you can take the kids to this holiday season around the state of North Carolina. Many of these have an TBD status for the 2020 holiday season, and we will update with information as soon as... Read the whole entry...» If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26th, 2020. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early,... Read the whole entry...» Carolina Voices is presenting a free livestream concert, Comforting the Heart, on Sunday, November 22nd, 2020, at 4 p.m. Donations are greatly appreciated. Information on the concert: At the very core of our existence, music comforts the heart and... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Christmas Village will return to Uptown Charlotte this holiday season. This year it will be at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street. The event will take place on the concourse of the ballpark. The event will be presented in conjunction with... Read the whole entry...» When we think of fall colors, we think of the North Carolina mountains, and for good reason. The spectacular vistas are one of a kind. We have put together a list of scenic drives for fall color in the mountains, as well as some drives closer to us... Read the whole entry...» Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta and McDowell. Steven's Creek Nature Center is opening soon, but is already hosting some activities (see below.) The nature centers provide an excellent... Read the whole entry...» Want to get a FREE Jr. Frosty at Wendy's throughout 2021? All you have to do is purchase a cool Frosty Key Tag for just $2 at participating locations. You can also purchase them online here. (There is a $1.50 shipping charge — for up to... Read the whole entry...» For a second year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two popular winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights... Read the whole entry...» The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, is hosting the extremely popular Gingerbread Lane again this year. Gingerbread artists will create masterpieces and compete for top honors. Gingerbread Lane Visit the hotel... Read the whole entry...» For those in need of a little help this season, The Harvest Center of Charlotte is holding a Friendsgiving Drive-Thru on Saturday, November 21st, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. While supplies last, drive through and receive a FREE turkey and... Read the whole entry...» Vintage Charlotte brings you another chance to shop for unique vintage and handmade items at VTGCLT. This market will be at Metropolitan, 1100 Metropolitan Avenue, for an extended visit from November 13th to December 23rd, 2020. Hours: November... Read the whole entry...» Levine Museum of the New South's latest exhibit Lumbee Indians: A People and Place,explores Lumbee people and culture in portraiture. Curated by Nancy Strickland Fields, Director of UNC Pembroke's Museum of the Southeast American Indian,... Read the whole entry...» For the first time ever, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont is holding a 99¢ Warehouse Sale! It will take place Friday, November 20th, and Saturday, November 21st, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot of the Goodwill... Read the whole entry...» |