Presented by Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway with Atrium Health, now through January 8. Experience four million lights along a 3.75-mile course synchronized to Christmas-themed music, plus a Christmas village. Buy tickets.
44. Showers/Wind. 40% chance of rain.
Miracle Bar at Backstage Lounge: Check out the holiday-themed speakeasy, open every day of the week until New Year’s Day. Prices vary. 5pm. Details
Off the Rails at Trolley Barn Fermentory & Food Hall: Sip on signature cocktails and enjoy music as you mingle. Prices vary. 10pm-12am. Details
Stirred Whiskey Cocktails Class at The Cocktailery: Learn how to create three whiskey cocktails. $90. 6:30pm. Details
Holidays at the Hall at NASCAR Hall of Fame: Take pictures in front of a large Christmas tree, view thousands of LED lights and browse gifts for the NASCAR fans on your list in the Gear Shop. Prices vary. Details
Light the Knight at Truist Field: Expect ice skating, tubing, Santa visits, a light show and live entertainment. $10-$99. 12-10pm Details
Campfire Movie Club at Boileryard: Watch National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation to get you in the holiday spirit. Free. 7pm. Details
Dupp & Swat’s Holiday Market at Camp North End: Shop for holiday items filled with local flavor throughout December. Free. 12-7pm. Details
Christmas Eve
33. Sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Holiday Light Spectacular at Ballantyne’s Backyard: View a holiday light display, oversized snow globes, snow tube, live performers and Santa visits. Prices vary. 5-10pm. Details
Carolina Panthers vs. Detroit Lions at the Bank of America Stadium: Watch the home team take on the Detroit Lions. Tickets start at $27. 1pm. Details
Christmas
36. Mostly sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Ice Skating at US Whitewater center: Grab the ice skates and a few friends to skate across one of two ice trails or two free skate zones before taking a break to enjoy hot and cold beverages. Prices vary. 5-10pm. Details
40. Mostly sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Puzzle Challenge at Hi-Wire Brewing: The fastest team to complete their 500-piece puzzle wins a Hi-Wire gift card. Plus, get $3 pints of three select beers all night long. Free. 7-9pm. Details
Barn Burners Run Club at Trolley Barn: Meet by the front patio to run their 2, 3 or 4-mile routes — runners of all levels are invited. Enjoy a discounted pint afterward. Free. 6:15pm. Details
44. Partly cloudy. 20% chance of rain.
“Undeck” the Hall at NASCAR Hall of Fame: Receive a gift while celebrating the Hall of Fame’s tradition after the holidays. Free. 10am-5pm. Details
Queer Climb Night at Inner Peaks (South End): Meet, climb and hang with other members of the Charlotte LGBTQ community. Free for members; $20 for non-members. 6-8pm. Details
Tuesday Trivia Night at Wooden Robot (South End): Grab a brew and test your trivia knowledge at Tuesday Trivia at Wooden Robot. Free. 7-9pm. Details
Mad Miles at YVY Training: Get your daily workout in with a run, walk or jog before dancing to music with other people excited about working out. Free. 6:30pm. Details
46. Mostly sunny. 20% chance of rain.
Wednesday Night Live at Uptown Museums: Enjoy free admission to the Mint Museum, Bechtler, and Harvey B. Gantt Center. Free. 5-9pm. Details
Wine & Cheese Pairing at Assorted Table Wine & Shop: Sample five wines and cheeses with a presentation at each stop. Free. 6-7:30pm. Details
Wednesday Night Live: Kwanzaa Celebration: Celebrate the themes and traditions of Kwanzaa with live music from Drums 4 Life and collective art with Elizabeth In Pearls. Free. 6:30-8:30pm. Details
Music Bingo at Resident Culture (South End): Head to Resident Culture every Wednesday for music bingo starting at 7pm. Grab a beer and order tacos from El Toro Bruto while you’re there. Free. 7pm. Details
Monthly Plant Swap at Hi-Wire Brewing: Grab a beer, mingle, swap and propagate with your fellow Charlotte plant people.…
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