Christmas markets 2026Charlotte · The Queen City

Christmas markets and winter wonderlands in Charlotte, 2026.

Markets open Nov 11–Dec 2 near Charlotte in 2026. Southern Christmas Show opens Nov 11 and runs through Nov 22. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market opens Nov 27 and runs through Dec 20, with free admission. The last opening date on this page is Dec 2.

Most Charlotte holiday markets open between Nov 27 and Dec 2 this year.

The quick answersChecked
When do Christmas markets open?The first opens Nov 11, 2026. The last opening date on this page is Dec 2.Nov 11Is there a German Christmas market?Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market: from Nov 27.1 marketIs it free?1 of 3 are free to get in.1 free

Last checked · 3 markets · Every listing links to its official page. How we choose

By date

Every market, by opening date

Opening date, city and hours are first, when the organizer has posted them. Tap one for prices, stroller notes and what’s there for little kids.

MarketOpensHoursCity
Southern Christmas ShowNov 11Nov 11 (Veterans Day) 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Thu–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun–Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Early Bird VIP is Sat Nov 14, 8–10 a.m.Charlotte, NC
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas MarketNov 27Fri–Sun on Nov 27–29, Dec 4–6, Dec 11–13 and Dec 18–20. Daily open and close times are not posted.Charlotte, NC
Uptown Holiday MarketDec 2Wed–Fri Dec 2–4, noon–8 p.m.; Sat Dec 5, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.Charlotte, NC
11NovWedSouthern Christmas ShowHoliday market · to Nov 22 · The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Rd27NovFriOlde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas MarketGerman-style market · to Dec 20 · Both Brauhaus locations, LoSo and Ballantyne2DecWedUptown Holiday MarketHoliday market · to Dec 5 · Legacy Union Plaza turf, 620 S Tryon St

Markets

Christmas markets and winter events near Charlotte

Dates, hours and prices come from each organizer’s, venue’s or city’s own page.

Nov11to 22

Open Nov 11–22, 2026

Southern Christmas Show

The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Rd · Charlotte, NC

Holiday market
When
Open Nov 11–22, 2026
Hours
Nov 11 (Veterans Day) 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Thu–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun–Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Early Bird VIP is Sat Nov 14, 8–10 a.m.
Price
Not listed
Strollers
Wagons, strollers and carts are kept off the show floor during Early Bird VIP shopping, 8–10 a.m. on Sat Nov 14. After 10 a.m. a stroller can come back in.

Good to know: A ticket is required each day. Advance group tickets for 20 or more are $16 a person. Parking is $12.

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Nov27to Dec 20

Open Nov 27–Dec 20, 2026

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market

Both Brauhaus locations, LoSo and Ballantyne · Charlotte, NC

German-style marketFree entry
When
Open Nov 27–Dec 20, 2026
Hours
Fri–Sun on Nov 27–29, Dec 4–6, Dec 11–13 and Dec 18–20. Daily open and close times are not posted.
Price
Free to attend
For kids
All ages. Santa visits both locations every Saturday, 2–5 p.m. Families take their own photos.

Good to know: 50+ local vendors, Glühwein and a holiday food menu at both breweries.

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Dec2to 5

Open Dec 2–5, 2026

Uptown Holiday Market

Legacy Union Plaza turf, 620 S Tryon St · Charlotte, NC

Holiday market
When
Open Dec 2–5, 2026
Hours
Wed–Fri Dec 2–4, noon–8 p.m.; Sat Dec 5, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Price
Not listed
For kids
Letters to Santa mailbox, the Jolly Line telephone and a Doors of Christmas advent calendar.

Good to know: Presented by Coca-Cola Consolidated.

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Before you go

Market day with little ones

TimingGo when it opensWeekday afternoons and opening hour are the least crowded, which makes a stroller much easier.
DressLayer upOutdoor markets get cold after dark. Mittens and a blanket for the stroller help.
StrollerCheck the stroller noteSome markets get packed on weekend evenings. A carrier can be easier there.

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Good questions

Christmas markets in Charlotte: the FAQ

Most Charlotte holiday markets open between Nov 27 and Dec 2 this year. The first Christmas market on this page opens Nov 11, 2026. The last opening date on this page is Dec 2. Southern Christmas Show opens Nov 11 and runs through Nov 22. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market opens Nov 27 and runs through Dec 20. Uptown Holiday Market opens Dec 2 and runs through Dec 5.

Southern Christmas Show at The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Rd: Nov 11 – Nov 22. Not listed. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market at Both Brauhaus locations, LoSo and Ballantyne: Nov 27 – Dec 20. Free to attend. Uptown Holiday Market at Legacy Union Plaza turf, 620 S Tryon St: Dec 2 – Dec 5. Not listed.

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Christmas Market (Charlotte, NC): Nov 27 – Dec 20.

Southern Christmas Show: Wagons, strollers and carts are kept off the show floor during Early Bird VIP shopping, 8–10 a.m. on Sat Nov 14. After 10 a.m. a stroller can come back in.

Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Nov 4, 2026, and we recheck them every week through December. How we choose and check.

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