Winter at Whitewater. Courtesy US National Whitewater Center
Through Sunday, Jan. 5
6-10 pm | through Jan. 5. The 15th season of the Southeast’s largest drive-thru holiday light show features more than 5 million lights on a four-mile course that includes the legendary oval, pit road and infield road course. Prices vary. Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. S., Concord.
Monday, Dec. 30
6-6:45 pm | Dec. 30. Get ready to stretch, strengthen and rejuvenate at this free Pilates session, led by Katie Layman. Ages 16 and older. Registration is required and participants must sign a waiver to take part in the class. All fitness levels are welcome. Bring your own mat and come early—space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Ln., Huntersville.
Tuesday, Dec. 31
6 pm doors; 8 pm | Dec. 31. With dialUp Radio and Unknown Artist. Music all night, speciality cocktails, champagne toast and football on the TVs. $40 in advance; $50 at the door. Premium 4 Top Table (tickets not included) $200. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
5:30 – 9 pm | Dec. 31.Haven’t played Lorcana? Come out and learn to play. Casual event to trade cards, play games and have fun. Parker Banner Kent & Wayne – Comics & Games. 21500 Catawba Ave. Suite A
Wednesday, Jan. 1
10 am – noon | Jan. 1. This free event at the historic Rural Hill invites visitors to celebrate Hogmanay, a Scottish New Year’s celebration steeped in centuries of rich history. The event is free to attend, but registration is required, and donations are encouraged. Hogmanay is a time to bid farewell to the past year and welcome the new one with family and friends through a self-guided walk around the property. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville.
New Year’s Day Barefoot Tournament
Noon | Jan. 1. One of the longest running barefoot tournaments in the world, combining starts, tricks and endurance skills in one single ride. Lake Norman Marina, 6965 NC-150, Sherrills Ford.
Friday, Jan. 3
The Gibson Brothers
6:30 pm doors; 7:30 pm show | Jan. 3. They’ve won about every bluegrass award you can name and released albums on almost every premier Americana label you can think of. Tickets start at $25. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
Saturday, Jan. 4
9 am –noon | Jan. 4. Davidson Farmers Market, downtown Davidson.
10 am – 3 pm | Jan. 4. Bring your gently used puzzles and and games leave with new ones. Don’t want to bring a puzzle or game home? Then stay and play with our puzzles and games. Puzzlers of all ages welcome. Davidson Branch Library Community Room, 119 S. Main St., Davidson.
10-11am | Jan. 4. Choose a vessel, pick from 20 scents, and pour your own wax creation. Ages 12 and older. Must register; fee varies. Plant House,16441 Birkdale Commons Pkwy., Suite 210, Huntersville.
Sunday, Jan. 5
8:45, 9:45 and 11 am | Jan. 5. Worship in various spaces; childcare provided. Davidson College Presbyterian Church, 100 N. Main St.
• Send your event information to corneliustoday@gmail.com. Deadline is the 15th of the month for the print calendar; one week in advance for online/newsletter calendars.
