Christmas Festivities for Families

If you are sitting around the house wondering what to do with your kids over the Christmas holiday then you have come to the right place. I searched the area for some extra Christmas joy and celebrations so that you don’t have to spend your time entertaining your kids alone at home. I have compiled a list of family entertaining happenings here in Charlotte, NC.

1. WBT’s Holiday on Ice 2011 – Join me and my kids at the NASCAR hall of fame for ice skating. Also, joining us will be Santa, himself; skating.

Cost: $12 (includes skates) $25.99(includes admission to NASCAR hall of fame)

Hours of operation: Hours vary; see website

Website: http://www.holidayonicecharlotte.com/k/

2. Carolina Christmas – Visit the areas well-loved Christmas spectacular. I took my kids here when they opened and found it to be amazing. We will frequent this event every year. Not only do they have a great lights display but they also offer games, rides, and free petting zoo for the kids. You can also enjoy a walk back into Bible times with a live nativity. Best of all you get to drive on the NASCAR race track. And forget the lines at the mall to see Santa. Sit on Santa’s lap and get your picture taken here at Carolina Christmas.

Cost: $20 per vehicle

Hours of operation: 6pm-10pm

Website: http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/christmas/

3. McAdenville Lights- A.K.A. Christmas Town, USA- Looking to spend your money on something longer lasting such as gifts for family. Then come to McAdenville lights for free. 56 years of holiday beauty, located just outside of Charlotte, where you can hear wonderful caroling and see an even more beautiful display of lights.

Cost: Free

Hours of operation: 5:30-9:30

Website: http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/

Enjoy your Christmas staycation at anyone of these lovely Christmas events. Or, for the more adventurous, fill your holiday with all three events for some Christmas memories you won’t forget.


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