Christmas in Davidson
Thurs.-Sat., Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 6pm
Where to even begin? The 30th annual Christmas in Davidson festival kicks off the holiday season with festive events on the main stage outside the library, dozens of shopping vendors, horse-drawn carriage rides down Main Street, a living nativity across from Davidson United Methodist Church, and so much more.
Christmas in Cornelius
Brick Row, Cornelius
Sun., Dec. 1, 12-6pm
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of live bands, Christmas carols and choirs, food trucks, craft breweries, holiday kids activities, and even a visit from Santa himself! And don’t forget about your Christmas Shopping List! Visit 80 local artists and craftsmen, making this the perfect opportunity to get those one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones!
Christmas Tours by Candlelight
Historic Latta Plantation, Huntersville
Dec. 1 & 8, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm
Gorgeous Christmas-themed tour of the plantation house by candlelight. The tour will conclude with hot cider and cookies by the fire in the plantation kitchen.
A Huntersville Christmas
Downtown Huntersville
Sun., Dec. 1, 2-8pm
Free activities include rides, snow tube inflatable, Artisan Ice Sculptures, holiday performances on stage from a variety of local groups, Carolers of Christmas Past, airbrush tattoos, balloon twisters, Live Nativity at Huntersville Presbyterian Church (5:30pm & 6:15pm), inflatable snow globe pictures, roaming holiday characters, pictures with Santa inside Fire Station 1, letters to Santa, LKN Jugglers, stories with Mrs. Claus, horse-drawn carriage rides, Bounce Boot Camp, and more!
Holiday Magic at NorthCross
Huntersville
Sun., Dec. 16, 2-5pm
Come enjoy face painting, trackless trains, horse-drawn carriage rides, and even a visit with Santa! Bring the entire family and make this holiday season one to remember!
Santa’s Mailbox
Cornelius Arts Center
Nov. 26-Dec. 14, daily
Bring your letter to Santa and send it on an express journey to the North Pole. If you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope, Santa will write you back! You can even drop off after regular business hours at its outdoor mail intake.
Cocoa with Santa
Cornelius Arts Center
Fri., Dec. 7, 6-9pm
Preschoolers will enjoy great photo opportunities with Santa, holiday crafts, cookies, and cocoa! No registration necessary.
Frosty’s Preschool Holiday Party
Cornelius Arts Center
Mon., Dec. 17, 10am-noon
Enjoy a fun-filled morning with the holiday classic “Frosty’s Winter Wonderland,” crafts, and snack time. Ages 3-6 are welcome, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free-of-charge; however, you must pre-register as space is limited.
Speedway Christmas
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Nov. 18-Dec. 31, 6-10pm
This drive-through light show features more than 3.5 million lights over a remarkable 3.75-mile course that includes most of the oval as well as the infield and the ROVAL™! But you can do more than just look—listen, too! Tune into 101.3 FM to enjoy Christmas music as you take in illuminated Christmas displays. The family-friendly Christmas Village—open Thursday-Sunday and all Christmas week, except for Christmas Day—includes an all-new 50 ft. Ferris wheel in addition to family favorites like Bethlehem village, photos with Santa, fun foods, games, fire pits for s’mores roasting, and more.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Davidson Community Players, Armour Street Theater
Nov. 23-Dec. 23.
The Herdmans are ready to wreak havoc! What happens when the “worst kids in the history of the world” find out about free food at Sunday school? Worse yet, what happens when they decide to audition for the annual Christmas pageant?