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Holidays at the Hall | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | NASCAR Hall of Fame | $20+ | Snap a photo in front of a 30-ft Christmas tree before learning the history of motorsports.
Miracle Bar at BackStage Lounge | 1 p.m.-1 a.m. | Backstage Lounge | Cost of purchase | Taste the holiday spirit sipping cocktails during this themed pop-up.
Wednesday, Dec. 25
Christmas Dinner | 4-7 p.m. | The Asbury | $25+ | Savor a three-course dinner at this historic hotel in the heart of Uptown.
Babe & Butcher is shifting operations at its Camp North End location. The charcuterie business will stop retail + use the space as a kitchen to support its Park Road shop through April. An anniversary celebration for the Park Road shop is planned for January. We’ll keep you updated on party details.
Plan Ahead
Speaking of Camp North End... Wentworth & Fenn’s last day of business will be Sunday, Dec. 29. The bakery’s initial post cited lack of consistent foot traffic to be a partial reason for the decision.
Shop
There’s now a Lego store at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The shop can be found in the airport’s D and E gate connector. Traveling for the holiday?These are the busiest travel days. (WBTV)
Community
A full-circle moment. Nine tiny homes have been delivered to families in western North Carolina. The homes were built by volunteers from Lowe’s, Habitat for Humanity, and more. Eight more homes are expected to be delivered by Christmas. (Queen City News)
Try This
Charlotte-based Yellow Duck Marketing launched a $20,000 grant for organizations looking to boost tourism to areas devastated by Hurricane Helene. The winner will be based on need, scope of project, and potential impact. Apply here. (WCNC)
Sports
The Panthers will finish the season on the road against two divisional opponents — Tampa and Atlanta. How will they fare? Go beyond the gridiron for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Job
Creatives, get your dream job in 2025: Bring your writing passion + marketing agency experience to 6AM City as a Branded Copywriter. Work remotely, craft impactful campaigns for clients, and collaborate with a passionate team shaping new local media. Flexible work-life balance and creative opportunities await. Apply now.
Cause
Wrap up the year by giving the gift of life.Donate Blood on the Big Red Bus now through Dec. 31 where all donors receive a $25 eGift Card and a OneBlood Gift. Learn more.*
Number
$1.14 trillion. That’s the staggering number that consumer credit card debt reached in 2024, highlighting a widespread financial struggle. If your debt exceeds $10,000, Freedom Debt Relief could help with a personalized debt settlement plan + creditor negotiations — all with one low monthly payment.*
Trending
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Category
Pets
🐾 They’re doggone cute
Those eyes make it hard to say no. | Photos via Humane Society of Charlotte, Animal Care & Control, and Carolina P.A.W.S.
If you’re looking for companionship, cuddles, or just a bit of extra cuteness, there are furry friends across the Queen City who need your help. Check out three animal shelters and a few adoptable pets along the way.
Editor’s note: We can’t guarantee the animals included below are still available for adoption.
Find your perfect dog or cat to add to the family, or consider donating to the shelter’s efforts to help homeless animals. Folks age 65 and older + military personnel can get 10% off adoption fees and services.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control has been helping animals since 1944. A visit could provide a dog, cat, or farm animal a permanent place to call home.
As a proud dog mom, I know it can be a big decision to bring a new pup or kitty into the family. Many shelters and organizations (like the Humane Society) can provide resources for training + answer questions for all paw-rents. Even if you aren’t looking to get a new pet, consider looking into their programs or volunteering! Also, here’s one of our rescues pups to make you smile.
