Christmas parades · University City, Charlotte
University City Winterfest
Santa and Mrs. Claus, ornament making, hot cocoa and a Polar Express ride, then the tree by the lake lights up at 7. Formerly UCity Lights Festival. At The Boardwalk at University City, also called The Shoppes at University Place.
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Sat, Nov 21
- Sat, Nov 214–8 p.m.; tree lighting 7 p.m.
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Times and prices can change, so check the official page before you go.
Every year
Next datesNov 21, 2026
- Time of yearNovember
- Price in 2026Free (reserve a free spot online)
This page stays up all year. When the dates pass, it keeps the last confirmed details, and the next dates go here as soon as they’re posted on the official page.
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Who gets in free
EveryoneFree (reserve a free spot online)
Where
- The Boardwalk at University City8931 J M Keynes Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262Open in Maps ↗
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