CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte Marathon returns this weekend, and holiday celebrations are kicking off across the area. From vendor markets and festivals to concerts and more, here’s what’s going on near you.
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The City of Kannapolis is getting into the holiday spirit this weekend. On Friday, Village Park will transform into a holiday destination with over 250,000 twinkling lights and festive displays. The town will kick things off with a tree lighting and fireworks, weather pending.
Jack White will play The Fillmore two nights in a row this weekend.
Major League Table Tennis is coming to the Charlotte Convention Center this weekend. See top players from across the nation face off through Sunday.
VTGCLT Pop returns to Camp North End this weekend to usher in the holiday season. Shop from over 100 vintage and handmade brands weekends though Dec. 8. Then, the market will be open daily through Dec. 23.
Trace the history of Bach’s influence on music as the Charlotte Symphony performs his works at Booth Playhouse this weekend.
Celebrate community surrounded by art at Mint Museum Randolph Friday night. The Vibe on Randolph is a fashion-forward fundraising event that will support the museum’s exhibitions, educational programs and artist inititatives.
Vocalist René Marie will perform at The Jazz Room Friday evening.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival continues. From live shows and artisan marketplaces to jousting and giant turkey legs, there’s something for everyone.
See Yaelokre at The Underground Friday night.
The Charlotte Marathon is Saturday. Pick a spot along the route and cheer on your neighbors participating. The back half of the course is especially spectator-friendly around North Davidson Street and The Plaza.
The Southern Christmas Show is back. Shop from over 400 vendors for holiday decor, gifts and more at The Park Expo and Conference Center.
Enjoy a day filled with Scottish and Scots-Irish traditions at the Clover Highland Games Saturday. Celebrate the town’s shared heritage with its sister city, Larne, Northern Ireland, with games, performances, crafts, local vendors and more.
Boney James will bring his smooth saxophone melodies to the Knight Theater Saturday night.
Take a trip on The Polar Express Train Ride at the North Carolina Transportation Museum this weekend.
The Charlotte 49ers will take on East Carolina University at home Saturday afternoon.
Explore the realities of homelessness in the Charlotte community at Independent Picture House Saturday evening. Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte Coalition presents “Another Day in Paradise.” The fundraising event will support the nonprofit’s outreach efforts in our area.
EDM artist John Summit will play the Spectrum Center Saturday night.
See Wacka Flocka Flame live at Vice Saturday night. Ladies get in for free until 11:30 p.m.
Chat Pile will perform at The Underground Saturday night as part of “Who Loves The Sun Tour.”
Put on your pajamas and go for a walk at McAlpine Park Sunday to support friendship, job training and employment for people of all abilities. The Pajama Walk raises awareness and money for Friendship Circle, ZABS Place and Cakeable. The walk ends with a festival full of food and entertainment.
Trade and buy collectors cards at the Buzz City Collectors Classic Sunday at the Spectrum Center.
NarroWay Productions in Fort Mill is ringing in the holiday season with “Martin & Clark’s The Real Christmas Story.” Catch a performance on select dates through Dec. 27.
See a performance of the classical ballet “Mazurka” Sunday afternoon.
Head to the Charlotte Mimosa Festival Sunday at Lenny Boy Brewing Company.
Filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer Sandesh Kadur will highlight his home country’s lesser-known felines to help protect their future in a program at the Carolina Theatre Sunday night.
See Shaan live in concert Sunday night.
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