Calendar Sponsors
Wednesday, Dec. 6
6:30-8:30 pm |Dec. 6. Join the stars of auto racing at the 25th annual Stocks for Tots. This fun and fundraising event is your chance to mingle with motorsport greats, get autographs, and make a difference in the lives of children. Net proceeds benefit local child abuse prevention efforts. Purchase tickets and get more info by emailing info@ncarhof.com or calling 704-663-5331. 215 N. Main St, Mooresville.
Creative Clay/ Pottery Senior Workshop
10:30am- noon | Dec. 6. Clayworks will lead participants in a hands-on clay workshop. Space is limited, so reserve your spot. Projects will be taken to Clayworks to be fired and glazed before being returned for pickup. Please allow 3 weeks for this process. David B. Waymer Recreation and Senior Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.
Dec. 6-25
5:30 – 9 pm | Dec. 6-25. This dynamic projected light show has turned the corner of Broad St. & Center Ave. into a dazzling holiday lightscape. Downtown Mooresville
Thursday, Dec. 7
Guests are invited to Birkdale Village to celebrate Chanukah.
The Menorah Lighting at Birkdale Village
5:30 pm | Dec. 7. Join Chabad of Lake Norman for a Chanukah celebration. Guests are invited to the Parkway to celebrate Chanukah with a traditional Menorah lighting ceremony, children’s crafts, donuts, latkes gelt and more. Birkdale Village Huntersville.
Friday, Dec. 8
Doors open 6 pm; 7 pm show | Dec. 8. Featuring the LKN Orchestra. Fundraiser for Aislinn’s Wish Foundation to find a cure for Sanfilippo Syndrome. $10. Cain Center For The Arts, Cornelius.
Rescheduled to April 6: Queens University of Charlotte, 1900 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte 28274.
6-8 pm | Dec. 8. Listen to strolling carolers. Visit Christmas Tree Lane and hop on horse-drawn wagon rides. Sweet holiday treats and hot chocolate keep patrons warm along Broad and Main streets. Downtown Mooresville.
Saturday, Dec. 9
Hanukkah
5-8 pm | Dec. 9. Everyone welcome. Donut truck, Jewish dancing, music, crafts, candle lighting. On the Green in Davidson, 119 S. Main St., Davidson.
Flashlight Candy Cane Dash5:30 – 7:30 pm | Dec. 9. The town fills the lawn with candy canes to be found and enjoyed. Children also enjoy stories read by Santa Claus, crafts, hot chocolate and more. Town Hall, Catawba Avenue, Cornelius.
2-5 pm | Dec. 9. Featuring David Fleming, author of “Who’s Your Founding Father?” Cedar Grove and Hugh Torance House and Store, 8231 Gilead Grove Rd., Huntersville.
9 am – 3 pm | Dec. 9. Pottery, hand made wooden items, stained glass, fascinator hats for all occasions, garden stepping stones, hand made candles, jewelry, quilts, a bake sale by the Bethel Presbyterian Women, and more. Bethel Presbyterian Church, Family Life Center, 19920 Bethel Church Rd., Cornelius.
The Docksiders, Yacht Rock tribute
8 pm | Dec. 9. Led by three-time Grammy nominee Kevin Sucher, The Docksiders take you to a time machine to the year 1981. Tickets: $30-$50. Cain Center For The Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
2-3 pm | Dec 9. Have you completed the same puzzles more than once? Ready for some new ones? Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with new-to-you puzzles. Puzzles must be 100+ pieces without any missing pieces. Children’s puzzles must be swapped for children’s puzzles. Cornelius Library, Catawba Avenue.
A Classic Christmas in Downtown Mooresville
5-9 pm | Dec. 9. Santa visits, wagon rides, carolers, ice skating, awesome shopping and dining, hot cocoa and treats, two life-sized snow globes, WinterLights Alive, live musical performancers and Christmas vendor village and more. Main & Broad streets, downtown Mooresville.
Dec. 8 – 9
Huntersville Half Marathon & Holiday 5k
7 pm Dec. 8 and 8 am Dec. 9. The Huntersville Holiday 5k will start Friday at 7 pm, while the Huntersville Half Marathon & 10k will begin on Saturday at 8 am in Birkdale Village. All runners will receive a medal upon finishing, and Fleet Feet Sports will present cash prizes to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in both races. The Huntersville Half Marathon & 5k is also working in partnership with Speed for Need, a non-profit focused on empowering community members affected by disability or disease through participation in fitness events. A portion of the proceeds from the event will go toward supporting Speed for Need in their efforts.
Sunday, Dec. 10
House and Store Guided Tour & Holiday Crafts
1:15 pm and 3 pm | Dec. 10. Reserve a spot for this seasonal treat, holiday crafts and guided tour at the Hugh Torance House and Store, 8231 Gilead Rd., Huntersville. There is no fee but donations are most welcome.
Agnus Dei (Michael W. Smith cantata)
5 pm | Dec. 10. The performance features vocalists and musicians from Community in Christ Lutheran Church in Cornelius, Huntersville Methodist Church, and First Baptist Church of Huntersville. It is free and open to the public. First Baptist Church of Huntersville, 14813 N Old Statesville Rd., Huntersville.
Through Dec. 31
Downtown Holiday Light Spectacular
5:30 pm | Nov. 27-Dec. 31. Orchestrated light show set to music on the lawn at Town Hall, 413 N. Main St., Mooresville.
