CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Get into the holiday spirit this weekend in Charlotte. See what's happening!
Friday, Nov. 17
Charlotte Hornets vs. Milwaukee @ Spectrum Center
The Hornets are back in the Queen City on Friday as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks in regular season action. Happening at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $39 and can be purchased here.
Fridays @ Camp North End
Enjoy shopping at some of the best small businesses in the Queen City in the heart of Camp North End at Queen City Weekend. It’s complete with vendors, music, drinks, and plenty of networking opportunities. More information about this free event can be found here.
Carowinds Winterfest
Santa Claus returns to Carowinds for amusement park rides, live entertainment, and holiday cheer.
Saturday, Nov. 18
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony & Celebration of Lights in Kannapolis
Officially kick-off the holiday season at the annual tree lighting and Celebration of Lights in Kannapolis. It features thousands of Christmas lights the Winterland Express, a carousel and more. Admission is free. Find more information here.
Uptown Farmer's Market
Enjoy locally grown produce and other products every Saturday at the Uptown Farmer's Market. Happening from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. rain or shine. Find more information here.
Sunday, Nov. 19
Carolina Panthers vs. Dallas @ Bank of America Stadium
The Panthers are back in the Queen City, this time facing off against the Dallas Cowboys. Kick-out is at 1 p.m. Tickets start at $200 and can be purchased here.
Happening all weekend
95th Annual Concord Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Christmas lands in Concord this weekend, with the annual tree lighting happening Friday and the Christmas Parade on Saturday, featuring children's activities, live music, fireworks and more. Both events are free and open to the public. Find more information here.
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Escape to a simpler time in history at the Carolina Renaissance Festival, complete with an artisan market with craft demonstrations, music, dance and comedy entertainments, equestrian and avian exhibitions, and, of course, food! Happening now through Sunday. Find more information here.
The Southern Christmas Show @ Park Expo and Conference Center
This weekend is your last chance to check out the Southern Christmas Show. The annual event, which runs from Nov. 9 to Nov. 19., brings the North Pole to the Queen City, alongside hundreds of vendors. Admission is $18 for adults paying at the door, $16 for adults paying in advance online and $8 for kids ages 6-12. Children under the age of 5 get in for free with a paying adult. Find more information here.
Santa at SouthPark Mall
Make reservations to see Santa Claus at the SouthPark Mall in south Charlotte.
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Southern Christmas Home Show
The Southern Christmas Home Show at the Park Expo and Conference Center ends its run after this weekend.