The Mistletoe Market at Camp North End boasts dozens of vendors and local shops. | Photo via Camp North End
It’s that time of year, Queen City. Breweries, cocktail bars, and other businesses are hosting pop-ups and holiday markets offering bites, drinks, and local gifts this holiday season.
Holiday markets
The Market at Light the Knights Festival | Various days + times | Truist Field | Shop an assortment of local businesses selling trinkets, baked items, and clothing.
Mistletoe Market | Today + Saturday, Dec. 21 | 3-8 p.m. | Camp North End | Shop from local vendors stationed in huts before enjoying a fire and ice skating outdoors. Check this out: Dogs will wear their holiday-best during today’s Reindog Parade.
Santa Run 8K/5K & Snowman Dash | 9 a.m. | Romare Bearden Park | $25+ | Get ready to run through Uptown dressed in your favorite holiday costume.
Western NC Hurricane Relief Potters Market | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Park Expo and Conference Center | Cost of purchase | Explore the work of 30 potters from western North Carolina while raising funds to support hurricane relief.
Santapalooza Takes Charlotte| 2-8 p.m. | Ink N Ivy | $24+ | Get festive for a holiday-themed bar crawl across Uptown.
A Night with Noelle’s: Holiday Gala| 7 p.m. | The Revel Room | $60+ |Experience an evening of culinary excellence showcasing delicious dishes and seasonal drinks + live entertainment.
Carolina Panthers vs. Dallas Cowboys | 1 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $89+ | Root for the Panthers so ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith can gloat on Monday morning.
Winter Wonderland| 2-9 p.m. | Monday Night Garden Co. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy holiday fun with Santa, sip on seasonal beers and festive cocktails, watch ELF on the green, and sing Christmas karaoke.
Monday, Dec. 16
3rd Annual Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular | 5:30-10 p.m. | Ballantyne’s Backyard | $10+ | Marvel at a dazzling wonderland with over a million holiday lights + live entertainment and tube slides.
Tosco Music Holiday Party | 7:30 p.m. | Knight Theater | $22+ | Celebrate the season with an evening of music, featuring classic and contemporary songs of the season.
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Film
You’ve heard of Barbenheimer and Glicked, now brace for… Babyratu? Snag an advanced ticket to see Nicole Kidman in “Babygirl” or check out some of our local indie theaters for an upcoming “Nosferatu” viewing.
Eat
McRib season is here — the seldom-available sandwich is temporarily back at McDonald’s. Availability + pricing vary by location, so we recommend checking with individual stores or the McDonald’s app. Psst — the McRib Locator reported the sandwich has been spotted at the Fort Mill, SC restaurant.
Family
Pro tip for kids gifts:Consider gifting the family a membership to Discovery Place Science. Why? Experiences keep toys out of the living room and kids out of the house. Browse kid-friendly activities for more gift ideas.
Shop
They say, “The most memorable gifts are experiences.” Well, a custom-made spa day at Woodhouse is quite the unforgettable experience. Give the gift that’s a guaranteed hit with a spa gift card (and take advantage of their fab holiday promos.)*
Cause
’Tis the season to save lives. Donate blood on the Big Red Bus this month where all donors receive a $20 eGift Card, and a OneBlood Gift.*
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🌃 Plan your next stay-cation
Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a longer staycation around the Queen City, luxury is a quick click away. | Photo via Airbnb
Whether you’re visiting Charlotte for the weekend or need an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list featuring 17 extraordinary rentals in the Queen City worthy of a trip for you, your partner, bestie, or the whole squad this year.
Just a heads up: Prices may vary depending on dates selected, taxes, and booking and cleaning fees. (Sorry, Airbnb and Vrbo make the rules, we just follow them.)
Townhouse in Charlotte Tucked between the Third Ward and Wilmore neighborhoods, this townhome is a quick walk from the heart of Uptown’s entertainment venues and restaurants.
~$453 a night
3 BD | 3.5 BA
Free driveway parking, full kitchen, washer+dryer, and Wi-Fi
Haus of Style Moody Blues This private condo is decorated with high-end furnishings and walkable to the heart of Uptown.
~$90 a night
1 BD | 1 BA
Parking available, Wi-Fi, a full kitchen + balcony
Touch screen compatible gloves. Beat winter dryness + rough skin by keeping hands protected when you’re out and about, thanks to gloves that still let you use your phone.
We’ve got a great story coming your way. Lowe’s volunteers are racing the clock to complete tiny homes to deliver to families in western North Carolina before Christmas Eve. Be on the lookout for our Monday newsletter for the full story.
