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Events


Saturday, Nov. 16
Charlotte Symphony: The Composer Is Dead | 11 a.m. | Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts | $33 | Join the live-music performance of Lemony Snicket’s whimsical murder mystery tale.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Milwaukee Bucks | 3 p.m. | Spectrum Center | $24+ | Join Buzz City in this home-court match up.

Sisters of the Dove Charity Fund, Inc. 10th Anniversary Legacy Gala | 7-11 p.m. | Pine Event Venue | $100 | Celebrate the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc + support ongoing Queen City service efforts and scholarship programs.

“The Secret Garden” | 7:30 p.m. | Booth Playhouse | $18 | Marvel while the enchanting classic children’s book is brought to life on stage.

Sunday, Nov. 17

SAC Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championships | 1-5:30 p.m. | Mecklenburg County Sportsplex, Matthews | $10 | Witness finalist teams battle for the trophy in the Southeastern Conference Finals.

Charcuterie Workshop | 1-2:30 p.m. | Hoptown Brewing Co., Mooresville | Cost of purchase | Learn to craft the perfect combination of meat and cheeses for your next dinner party.

Monday, Nov. 18

Mellow Mondays + Mindful Movement | 6-8 p.m. | Sip City Market & Bottle Shop | $12 | Enjoy an elevated yoga and tasting experience featuring local Charlotte businesses and breweries.

Maverick City | 7 p.m. | Spectrum Center | $35+ | Sing to a “Million Little Miracles” and other heart-racing songs when the pop Christian band performs live.
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❄️ Walking in a winter wonderland

Charlotte Motor Speedway during Christmas time.
Speedway Christmas boasts a dazzling 4-mile drive-through light show + Christmas Village and outdoor tubing hill. | Photo via Charlotte Motor Speedway
Get your fuzzy socks and hot cocoa ready, Charlotte. From light displays and holiday performances to festive parties and winter wonderlands, this is by far the coziest season in the Queen City.

Gather the family and friends to celebrate what makes the holiday season special with this guide featuring 30+ winter events happening between December and February.

Speedway Christmas | Friday, Nov. 22- Sunday, Jan. 5 | 6-10 p.m. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | $35-$45 per vehicle | Cruise the speedway marveling at 5+ million lights on display + shop the market or slide down the 250-ft tubing hill.

Shop Small Saturday | Saturday, Nov. 30 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | South End | Cost of purchase | Kick off the holiday season by shopping 120+ local vendors in the heart of South End.

Tree Lighting Festival | Tuesday, Nov. 26 | 6–8 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | Free, but tickets required | The Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC will host the 11th annual festival + Asheville-based vendors will be showcased along the concourse in wake of Helene.
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