Live Events to Celebrate Christmas

Even though the COVID crisis has resulted in the cancellation of many annual holiday events, we found a few that are still on the calendar (at least as of press time). While keeping your loved ones protected is of the utmost importance, we at CM believe it is still important to get out and celebrate the season safely. Here are a few options. Happy Holidays!

Speedway Christmas

November 21 - January 17; 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Pkwy South, Concord, NC Cost: See website for details.

The annual Charlotte Motor Speedway Holiday tradition returns this month. Featured by SouthernLiving.com in 2019, the spectacular 3.75-mile drive-through route is adorned with four million LED lights twinkling across the legendary race track. As you take in illuminated, holiday-inspired displays during the light show, tune to 101.3 FM to enjoy Christmas music.

Photo courtesy: Charlotte Motor Speedway

As an added bonus, cozy up with your loved ones as you watch FOX 46 WJZY Movie Nights on the giant Speedway TV every Thursday through Sunday. Come see the most awe-inspiring, Christmas-themed drive-in theatre around!

Speedway Christmas is open nightly from November 21 through January 17, 2021 (closed on Christmas Day, December 25). Visit www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/events/speedway-christmas for admission information and the latest details.

Photo courtesy: Charlotte Motor Speedway

Photo courtesy: Charlotte Motor Speedway

4th Annual Christmas at Cabarrus Holiday Market

Santa and his elves will be on hand for this year's Holiday Market at Cabarrus Brewing Co., Nov. 28.

Photo courtesy: Cabarrus Brewing Co.

November 28; 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Cabarrus Brewing Company 329 McGill Ave, Concord, NC Cost: Free

Local vendors will be present to help you get those perfect gifts!

Photo courtesy: Cabarrus Brewing Co.

If you are looking for a great way to get into the holiday spirit, come on down to Cabarrus Brewing Company (CBC) on November 28 to shop for everyone on your list and support local small businesses. CBC will have lots of vendors onsite for the COVID-safe edition of their 4th Annual “Christmas At Cabarrus” Holiday Market. Featured gifts include handmade crafts and jewelry. Plus, there will be artists and other vendors available to help you find that perfect gift, all from local businesses in our community. There will also be five food trucks on hand, in case you get hungry. Of course, the taproom and beer garden will be available for seating to enjoy food and drink.

Organizers are working with CHA to ensure this event is as COVID-safe as possible. For instance, all vendor areas will be located outside, and only a limited number of shoppers will be permitted in the areas at a time. Only three shoppers will be allowed per tent at any given time. Masks will also be required while in the vendor areas.

Visit www.cabarrusbrewing.com for more information.

Photo courtesy: Cabarrus Brewing Co.

Chickadee Hill Farms Tree Festival

Photo courtesy: Chickadee Hill Farms

November 27 – December 4; 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Chickadee Hill Farms 181 East Monbo Rd, Statesville, NC Cost: $3-$8 per person

Chickadee Hill Farms, located near Troutman, NC, is holding their 1st Annual Tree Festival this year. Promising to be a “holiday event for all,” the festival will boast more than 50 fully decorated trees, while guests enjoy music of the holidays. The Christmas trees range from mini-trees to several that are 12’ high. At least 10 tabletop decorations will also be available in the selection. A separate raffle will be held for a money tree which will include at least $500 in cash! The trees (except for the Chickadee tree) will be raffled off on December 4. Ticket sales will benefit Chickadee Farm’s instead of Chickadee’s mini-horse rescue efforts.

There will also be treats for kids and adults to enjoy, as well. Santa will make his appearance on November 28, with mask provisions available. To promote a safe environment, masks will be provided at the door for everyone that attends. All foot traffic will be directed along a one-way path.

With every ticket purchased, guests will receive five (5) free tree raffle entry tickets. Additional tree raffle tickets can be purchased separately. Search “Chickadee Hill Farms Tree Festival” on Facebook for regular updates and previews. More event details are available, as well as advanced event and raffle ticket orders can be made on Eventbrite at www.tinyurl.com/ chftreefestival2020.

Photo courtesy: Chickadee Hill Farms