Southern Christmas Show Returns to Charlotte: A Holiday Wonderland Awaits
Lake Norman friends, grab your festive sweaters and your most efficient shopping shoes — it’s officially Southern Christmas Show season! The 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show is back November 13–23 at The Park Expo in Charlotte, bringing more sparkle, nostalgia, and peppermint-scented holiday magic than ever before.
And yes, this year’s theme? Santa’s Workshop — so expect twinkling lights, crafts, cookies, and the kind of childhood wonder that makes you both giddy and emotionally fragile in the best Hallmark-movie way.
Whether you’re team “start shopping in August” or team “panic wrap on Christmas Eve,” this show is a must for anyone who loves festive décor, one-of-a-kind gifts, holiday entertainment, and an excuse to sip wine before noon.
What Makes This a Holiday “Don’t-Miss”
Think 11 football fields worth of holiday magic — with more than 400+ vendors, artisan makers, gourmet treats, décor inspiration, and handmade treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside:
✨ Santa’s Workshop theme — whimsical, nostalgic, and full of charm
🏘️ Olde Towne Village shopping experience
🎄 Christmas Tree Lane + Designer Rooms for décor inspo
🚂 A model train village + scavenger hunt
🎬 Holiday movie matinees
🍷 Wine Pavilion featuring NC wineries
🎅 Santa photos (benefitting Shriners Hospitals)
📸 Instagrammable selfie spot + prize drawings
🎶 Live entertainment, choirs & sing-alongs
If you leave without glitter somewhere on your body, did you even go?
Special Events You’ll Want Tickets To
Preview Night — Nov. 12 (5–9 PM)
Exclusive shopping
Free parking + food tastings
First 250 get a commemorative ornament
Special performance by America’s Got Talent winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.
Pro-tip: This one sells out — grab tickets early.
Early Bird VIP — Nov. 15 (8–10 AM)
Limited attendance for stress-free shopping
Ornament for first 250 guests
No strollers or wagons — so move freely, shop quickly, and pretend you’re in a Hallmark movie montage
Faith + Festivities — Nov. 20 (4–9 PM)
Wonderfully Made evening with Lysa TerKeurst & Proverbs 31 Ministries
Girls Night Out — Nov. 21 (4–9 PM)
Sip, shop, sparkle, repeat.
Sponsored by the Charlotte Knights + Nina’s Boutique
Admission & Hours
Weekday Tickets: $20 advance / $22 at show
Weekend Tickets: $23 advance / $25 at show
Kids 5 & under: Free
Hours:
Sun–Wed: 10 AM – 6 PM
Thu–Sat: 10 AM – 9 PM
Pro-tip: Buy in advance or at Harris Teeter with your VIC card to save.
Parking: $10 | Valet $20
Why I Love This Show As a Lake Norman Local
Because nothing makes holiday prep feel more real than the smell of fresh greenery, the sound of Christmas choirs, and the visual reminder that yes… it’s time to start shopping.
And let’s be honest — there’s something magical about stepping into a place where everyone else is just as excited about the holidays as you are. No eye-rolling. Only twinkle lights and cinnamon dreams.
Let’s Kick Off the Holidays, Lake Norman!
Grab your girlfriends, your mom, your kids, or that one friend who collects holiday nutcrackers — it’s time to make memories, shop small, and officially start the season.
See you in Santa’s Workshop!
More info & tickets: southernchristmasshow.com
