Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | Nov. 26-Dec. 2
Editor’s note: CharlotteFive has limited coverage of in-person, indoor events to help prevent community spread of COVID-19. Masks are required in Charlotte and many venues for indoor spaces or close settings.
Friday
Catch ”Home Alone in Concert” presented by the Charlotte Symphony. The full-length holiday favorite will be projected on a big screen above the orchestra while the Symphony performs John Williams’ beloved score live. Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, there will be no live chorus for this event. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or negative test required. Nov. 26-27. 7:30 p.m. $10+. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. https://bit.ly/3CVCQ5d
Stop in to Bocado Bar + Diner to see the South End spot transformed into the Winter Wonder Bar. Expect a holiday wonderland with lights, baubles and creative holiday drinks. such as the Pa-Rum Pum Pum Punch and Fezziwig Fizz. The restaurant’s full menu will be available, too. Through Dec. 31. 2000 South Blvd., Suite 530. https://bit.ly/3oRdhfN
Saturday
Make reservations for the Miracle pop-up at BackStage Lounge, the speakeasy behind SouthBound. You can sip Christmas-themed cocktails and grab snacks in a festive setting there through Dec. 31. 6 p.m.-midnight. 2433 South Blvd. https://bit.ly/3qYmXaY
Sunday
Explore your creative side at Twigs & Figs while creating three snow-globe inspired terrariums for the winter season using air plants, glittery snow, holiday figurines and other decorative items. $40 3 p.m. 15205 John J Delaney Drive, Suite B. https://www.twigsandfigs.co/workshops
Groove out with Jazzy Santa Sunday at The Tavern, as part of the Jingle City pop-up — an 18-day indoor space to take photos, eat and drink “with a gaudy Christmas twist.” Donation bins will be onsite for collections of new or lightly used toys for Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte. 3-9 p.m. (Kid friendly until 8 p.m.) $5 kids; $15 adults; $40 for group of four. 300 East Morehead St. http://jinglecitybar.com/
Monday
Try a winter craft beer release from a Charlotte brewery. Among the offerings available now are The Frosted Sugar Cookie at Brewer’s at 4001 Yancey, featuring vanilla and cake notes and Birdsong’s MexiCali Stout, brewed with habaneros, cinnamon and cocoa. Prices and locations vary. https://bit.ly/3cDKQw4
Tuesday
Celebrate Hanukkah at Birkdale Village with a traditional menorah lighting ceremony, children’s crafts, doughnuts, latkes, gelt and more. Visitors from Chabad of Lake Norman will help light the menorah and offer goodies to guests. Nov. 30. 5:30 p.m. Birkdale Commons Parkway and Sam Furr Road, Huntersville. https://bit.ly/3FipbpD
Work out your holiday stress on the Metropolitan roof deck for a bodyweight sweat led by RockBox Fitness SouthPark’s head trainer. Bring a mat and expect body weight movements paired with high intensity cardio. Free for SweatNet members; $15 for nonmembers. 6 p.m. P6 roof deck, and follow the A-Frame signs to reach the class. 1111 Metropolitan Ave. https://bit.ly/3xbnRC4
Wednesday
Drive around see what houses have set up noteworthy holiday light displays. Email us a photo of the lights, along with the address of the home, to charlottefive@charlottefive.com. We’ll share the results throughout the season so you can enjoy even more holiday cheer. https://bit.ly/3DGj9ig
Thursday
Get your Christmas tree or other winter greenery to set up your home for the season. Whether you’d like to have a tree delivered or hit the road and chop one down yourself, the Charlotte area has a sales lot or tree farm to fit your needs. Prices and locations vary. https://bit.ly/3DJpObh
Mark your calendar
View the newest works by Larry Horowitz, along with new works by seven artists in the “Winter Selects” exhibition at the First Friday Gallery Crawl. Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art. Masks required, and entries may be limited to maintain social distance. 5-8 p.m. Dec. 3. 1520 S. Tryon St. https://www.instagram.com/elder_gallery_clt/
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Join vaccinated members of Charlotte’s craft beer and fitness communities to celebrate the 5th birthday of Work for your Beer at Divine Barrel Brewing. The free event will feature food, craft beer and giveaways from 1-5 p.m. Dec. 4. 3701 N. Davidson St., Suite #203 https://bit.ly/3DNTd4o
If you’re a healthcare worker, teacher, day care worker, police officer, firefighter, grocery store worker or other essential worker, head to Aliño Pizzeria for Covid Heroes Appreciation Day. Show your workplace ID badge for takeout of a complimentary Margherita or Sorrento pizza. Also note: The pizzeria won’t be able to take call-in orders this day. 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Dec. 7. 500 S. Main St., Mooresville. https://alinopizzeria.com/
Secure your tickets for the Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular. This all-new production will feature acrobats, aerialists and holiday songs performed by the cast of Cirque Musica at Ovens Auditorium. Dec. 14. 7:30 p.m. $25+. 2700 E. Independence Blvd. https://bit.ly/3qm999U
Spend New Year’s Eve at a late night performance from Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, complete with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, a ball drop and special host Delighted Tobehere. Proof of vaccination and photo ID required. 9 p.m. Dec. 31. $71.71 + Hadley Theatre, 2132 Radcliffe Ave. https://bit.ly/3Cm96gC
Celebrate the New Year with an evening of music featuring American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle. The ticket includes a post-concert party at Belk Theatre with champagne, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, dancing on stage and more. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test required. $66+ 7:30-11 p.m. Dec. 31. 130 N. Tryon St. https://bit.ly/3oRk891
