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Holiday And Christmas Events In Charlotte

Find current holiday events in Charlotte, including Christmas lights, markets, shows, WinterFest, Turkey Trots, and family activities.

Listings last updated Nov 1, 2026

Seasonal guideTiming & practical tips

Separate markets, lights, shows, and attractions

Holiday plans can mean a shopping market, a drive-through light route, a theater performance, a race, or a family attraction. Compare timing, admission, and likely visit length.

Book fixed-date plans before flexible ones

Reserved performances and timed tickets are less flexible than recurring lights or markets. Confirm the selected date, ticket terms, parking, and holiday closures before purchase.

Current seasonal listings

  1. ChristmasVille: Cardboard Ornament Contest

    Nov 1 · 12:00 AM-11:59 PM · Center for the Arts · Price not published

    Creativity meets sustainability in the Cardboard Ornament Contest, an imaginative challenge to turn simple cardboard into something truly spectacular. Artists of all age...

  2. ChristmasVille: Gingerbread House Contest

    Nov 1 · 12:00 AM-11:59 PM · Center for the Arts · Price not published

    Turn frosting and candy into a festive masterpiece! The annual Gingerbread House Contest invites bakers and builders of all ages to create sweet holiday showpieces to be...

  3. ChristmasVille: LEGO Build Contest

    Nov 1 · 12:00 AM-11:59 PM · Center for the Arts · Price not published

    Brick by brick, bring your holiday imagination to life! The LEGO Build Contest is a ChristmasVille favorite, open to LEGO lovers of all ages. From snow-covered scenes to...

  4. Diwali Scavenger Hunt

    Nov 2 · 2:00 PM-7:00 PM · North County Regional · Free

    Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with a fun and interactive scavenger hunt at the library! Children and families can explore the library while searching for clu...

  5. Day of the Dead Celebration

    Nov 2 · 4:00 PM-5:30 PM · Allegra Westbrooks Regional · Free

    Celebrate and learn about Day of the Dead with us through various activities and crafts.

  6. Multicultural Family Storytime - Diwali Festival of Lights

    Nov 2 · 6:00 PM-7:00 PM · North County Regional · Free

    Come experience Diwali, The Festival of Lights! Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and activities that support literacy development and help foster a love of bo...

  7. Needle Felted Holiday Trees

    Nov 2 · 6:30 PM-8:30 PM · Urban District Market · $25+

    Skip the store-bought décor and make your own holiday magic! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to needle felt soft, vibrant wool into one-of-a-kind decor...

  8. Día de los Muertos: Ahora presentamos Coco en español | Now Showing: Coco in Spanish

    Nov 3 · 10:00 AM-12:30 PM · South Boulevard · Free

    Scroll down for English translation. ESPAÑOL ¡Acompáñanos para cerrar nuestra serie del Día de los Muertos con una proyección especial de Coco ! Reúne a toda la familia...

  9. Needle Felted Holiday Trees

    Nov 4 · 6:30 PM-8:30 PM · Pilot Brewing · $25+

    Skip the store-bought décor and make your own holiday magic! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to needle felt soft, vibrant wool into one-of-a-kind decor...

  10. The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show

    Nov 6 to Nov 8 · showtimes vary · Booth Playhouse · $25+

    The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show is listed by Blumenthal Arts at Booth Playhouse. Check CarolinaTix for performance times and tickets.

  11. Carolinas Veterans Day Festival

    Nov 7 · 11:00 AM-2:00 PM · Romare Bearden Park · $25+

    Carolinas Veterans Day Festival is listed on the official Uptown Charlotte events calendar.

  12. Front Porch Holiday Market — November 7

    Nov 7 · 11:00 AM-4:00 PM · The Porch · Price not published

    Shop more than 100 small businesses at Front Porch on November 7, 2026, 11 AM–4 PM, at The Porch, 2215 Thrift Road. Public holiday shopping market. Price not published.

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