Where To See The Most Festive Holiday Lights Around Charlotte

The holidays are in full swing, and Christmas is quickly approaching. While some parades and events have been canceled this year, there are still plenty of options to get in the holiday spirit. Whether you are taking a walking tour through millions of sparkling lights or driving through an immersive, synchronized experience, everyone deserves a little magic.

Here are some of the best places to see holiday lights around Charlotte.

Holidays at the Garden

This annual celebration at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden allows visitors to walk along paths lined with dazzling lights and beautiful cherry trees. While this year may be a little smaller than previous years, visitors can still expect a fun winter celebration. Food trucks will be available for a bite to eat, or try roasting marshmallows on a cozy fire.

Holidays at the Garden is open from 5-9 p.m. November 27 through January 3.

Admission: Adult ($14.95), Senior 65+ ($12.95), Child 2-12 ($7.95), Child Under 2 (Free)

Speedway Christmas

Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway. More than 4 million lights along the nearly four mile course will be synched up with the radio playing classic Christmas tunes. If you're looking for other activities that are fun for the whole family, the Speedway has added an ice rink and continues to host movie nights featuring some holiday classics.

The Speedway Christmas is open November 21 through January 17.

Admission: Varies

Light the Knights

Charlotte's own baseball team is bringing a holiday celebration for all with its Light the Knights and Charlotte Christmas Village. Light the Knights is a walkthrough experience at Truist Park that allows visitors to stroll through a magical winter wonderland of thousands of twinkling lights and trees. The path leads to the Christmas Village where people can find food and do some holiday shopping.

The Christmas Village open November 27, and Light the Knights begins December 10.

Admission: Varies

Lights at Whitewater Center

Each year, the U.S. National Whitewater Center has light displays and works created by artist Meredith Connelly. The walking trail provides a safe way to experience the creations that highlight the beauty of nature that is specific to Whitewater Center. The multi-sensory works include webs, vines, crystals, and more along the half-mile trail.

The lights can be seen daily 6-10 p.m. from mid-November through February.

Admission: Free (parking may cost extra)

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