Thursdays Through October
Farmers, ranchers, and food artisans, along with select local crafters and provisioners from across the Carolinas are bringing the best of their weekly harvests, craft foods, and curated items to you each week.
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Dates and Hours Vary
Nothing gets us into the fall season quite like pumpkin patches and corn mazes, which is why we’ve rounded up a list of our favorites in the area (and a few worth the drive) with all the important info you need to know.
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Open Daily
Fall is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family while enjoying cooler days and beautiful fall foliage. These hikes are all local to Charlotte making them an easy activity outing on a nice day. Hikes under 2 miles tend to work best for most families, so this list focuses on shorter and more manageable hikes.
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Saturdays & Sundays Through November 2nd
Oktoberfest offers authentic German food, beverages, music and family-friendly entertainment. Plus, the park’s most popular rides are open, making Oktoberfest a must-do event for the whole family.
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Saturday & Sundays Through November 24th
Time travel to the greatest party since Camelot! Take an autumn stroll through the wooded Village of Fairhaven where history comes alive with non-stop, day-long, immersive and interactive entertainments like no place else! Shop an abundance of arts and crafts in the village open-air Artisan Market!
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November 14 - 24
From its beginnings in 1967, the Southern Christmas Show has become a holiday tradition for families and friends throughout the region. One of the best-attended consumer shows in the nation, it annually attracts over 100,000 show guests ready to start the holiday buying season.
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November 27 - January 3
Enjoy ice skating, snow tubing, shopping, holiday treats, tens of thousands of lights, decor, and more. It's everything you need for a fun-filled family day out.
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2024 Season
Don’t miss the excitement and fun of the Panthers’ 2024 season.
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