Bold opening: Charlotte is buzzing with festive energy this week, and there’s something for everyone—from lights and laughter to live music and hands-on crafts.
But here’s how the week unfolds, day by day, with clear details so you can plan ahead.
Monday (Dec. 15): Hanukkah celebration with a menorah lighting and several festive activities in Stonecrest. Free admission. Starts at 4:30 pm. See details at the Stonecrest event page: https://www.jewishballantyne.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/2766349/jewish/StoneCrest-Menorah-Lighting.htm
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Wednesday (Dec. 17): Holiday trivia night at Angry Ale’s. Free to join. 8:00 pm start. Details: https://www.angryales.com/events
Thursday (Dec. 18): DIY holiday kokedama ornament workshop at Southern Strain in Plaza Midwood. Cost is $15. Workshop begins at 6:30 pm. Details: https://plazamidwood.southernstrainbrewing.com/charlotte-southern-strain-plaza-midwood-events
Friday (Dec. 19): Cirque de Noël at Knight Theater, featuring aerial acts performed to the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Tickets from $34.19+. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Details: https://tix.blumenthalarts.org/online/default.asp?doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3AloadArticle=Load&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3AloadArticle%3A%3Aarticleid=BFB5DBFB-823E-4B12-A93A-F8EA28FB882B&gl=1atfidkgclawR0NMLjE3NjU1NzEyOTguQ2p3S0NBaUFsLV9KQmhCakVpd0FuM3JON1c4cmxjMU9lTnFqcTRBUjNicF9vOGRHRGllYnQzT182b3hKNENtTVhXV1VjdWY5WldRRjhSb0Ntc1lRQXZEX0J3RQ..gclauMTU0OTAxMTUxNy4xNzY1NTcxMjg2ga*MzQ1NTk4MTA0LjE3NjU1NzEyODY.ga_JL8KC8QYYV*czE3NjU1NzEyODYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NjU1NzEyOTgkajQ4JGwwJGgw
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Controversial tease: Some highlights above might spark debate—whether premium paid tastings are worth it, or if a Cirque de Noël performance truly blends mainstream whimsy with classical music.
What do you think: which event would you choose this week, and why? Share your thoughts in the comments.
