I’d like to thank the Southern Christmas Show for providing tickets to this year’s event. All opinions are my own.
The annual Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte kicks off the holidays in November with 12 days of Christmas merriment under one giant roof. Whether you’re looking for holiday decor and design inspiration, uniquely handcrafted artisan gifts, food, wine or fun new products, you’ll find it all at the Southern Christmas Show and it comes served with a giant helping of holiday spirit!
Southern Christmas Show
All the Trimmings
The halls are decked with twinkling lights, glistening accessories and lavishly decorated trees, mantels, doors and room vignettes. You’re surrounded by holly jolly everything so you can’t help but catch the holiday spirit and (fair warning) loosen the grip on your wallet.
This year’s 50th anniversary celebration includes some retro designs (remember tinsel on Christmas trees?) along with modern inspiration you can use to help you create the perfect look in your own home. The holiday decorations are part of a designer contest, so if you find a few favorites, vote for them on the Southern Christmas Show website or Facebook page.
Visit the Enchanted Village of Miniatures
One of my favorite parts of the show is the room full of miniature scenes, and since it changes every year, it’s always a delight. How can you not smile at a speakeasy in a mini guitar case? The skill, creativity and patience it takes to put together these displays never ceases to amaze me.
A mini speakeasy
Catch the Christmas Choo-Choo
Whether you’re a choo-choo enthusiast or not, there’s no denying the magic of a model train decked out in holiday lights. It’s sure to bring out your inner child as you watch it toot-toot its way along the track.
Shop For All the Things
The Southern Christmas Show’s biggest draw of all (and the reason some hardcore attendees drag rolling suitcases behind them) is the shopping. There are hundreds of shops carrying everything from wreaths and ornaments to handcrafted pottery, knick-knacks and crazy socks.
And if you’re worried about getting hungry while you’re shopping, don’t. There are oodles of wine and food samples available to try (and to purchase). There’s pretty much anything anyone could ever want… and then some.
If you need a break from shopping, relax and enjoy some of the festive singing, dancing and band performances at the holiday entertainment stage (see schedule here) or take the little ones for a visit and photo with Santa Claus. Photo proceeds benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Show Dates: November 9-19, 2017
Hours: Sun, Mon, Tues: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. All other days: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Admission: Adults $12 ($10 advance online) Children 6-12 $3
Adults (With VIC card at participating Harris Teeter Locations) $9.50 DetailsLocation: The Park Expo and Conference Center
800 Briar Creek Road Charlotte, NC 28205Parking: $8 (cash only) Valet parking available for $18
This was my second visit to the Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte, and I loved it just as much as I did the first time. I think I’m going to make it an annual holiday tradition along with Speedway Christmas Lights!
Lauren @ Funky Monkey Children says
Thanks for this info! I live close to Charlotte and have wondered about it, but haven’t ever been.
angie says
love the excitement and all the great events that will be happening Christmas is a magical time
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Lindsay - Shrimp Salad Circus says
All the miniatures are so cute! This totally gets me in the holiday spirit. 🙂
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
Oh, look at all the pretties!1 The Southern Christmas Show looks like such a fun event. I am getting super excited for Christmas.
Crystal says
It’s a little bit silly how much I love the holidays! This is so right up my alley. From decor to shopping, I’d spend days there.
Stacie says
Oh my gosh, I would love to attend this show. I would spend a boatload of money that is for sure.
Anosa says
How I wish we had something like this closer to me, it would be so epic and not sure I wouldn’t be able to leave this place.
Sarah says
So pretty! I’d love to see it in person. I sure wish we lived closer, this would be high on my list. Thankfully we do have some really cool places close to me.
gingermommy says
That is so super gorgeous and looks like such an amazing place to take the kiddos. I would love to go!
Brianne says
What a fun show to get you into the Christmas spirit! I love all of the holidays event happening now!
Paula Bendfeldt says
Those miniatures are so unique and interesting! This sounds like a great holiday event to attend.
Kiwi says
This made me feel in the holiday spirit. So festive and whimsical!
Ra'Nesha says
Whoa I would love to visit in person the display is beautiful. I love enchanted village display so cool.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
The Enchanted Village of Miniatures is fantastic! I would love to see this in person! How I wish I lived closer to NC. This Southern Christmas Show sure promises a lot of fun and a whole truckload of memories!
Erin says
The southern xmas show in charlotte used to be an annual tradition for my me, my mom and my sisters! I don’t celebrate xmas anymore – and I guess that’s a good thing – because I used to load up with goodies at the Moravian cookie booth! Those cookies from Old Salem Baking Co. are out of this world!
Liz says
I didn’t know the Moravian cookies were such a thing. Aaaaarg, why didn’t I get some? Next year!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
These look so cool!! Would love to visit with the family for the holidays!
Amanda says
What a beautiful space to explore this holiday season. It reminds me of the Chicago Botanic Garden–they go all out for the holidays with a miniature train display made out of all natural materials and it actually SNOWS inside.
Florentina says
I was not emotionally prepared for this post but now that I’m here I say forget about Thanksgiving, let’s deck the halls and everything and blast that Christmas music! Boom! Fell the magic!
Lian says
I don’t know where I would start! I LOVE Christmas, so everything here would fascinate me. Maybe strolling by the Christmas trees would be first for me. They are all so beautiful.
Cathi says
Aren’t Christmas trees simply magical? I think I would still be there taking it all in. Spectacular!
Sara Welch says
Oh golly, I would love to see that. I’m a freak for Christmas decor, especially retro!
Kathy says
These are all so beautiful! I would love to actually see this in person. My kids would just love it.
Anita says
Wow! I’m sure this will draw a crowd. There is nothing like this where I live. All those lights!
AnnMarie John says
I don’t think I can ever leave this awesome place! Love Christmas shows where there’s a lot of things to do and see. This is definitely worth going to!
Diana Elizabeth says
Oh my goodness what a beautiful Christmas show! Those little doll houses/villages are just so adorable!
Claudia K says
I love going to Christmas craft shows. They are such a great place to buy unique and personal gifts. I love the ice cream cone lights in your post. I would love to decorate a tree with those fun lights.
Pam says
I just love those ice cream ornaments. Those are so cute. This sounds like a great, festive event.
reesa says
Oh I love things like this! What a beautiful show!
Amy says
The Enchanted Village of Miniatures is so amazing! I would love to visit with my kids who would love it!
Autumn Reo says
This looks like such a great Christmas Show! I think the mini houses are so great, I could stare at all the little details for hours!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
That is one awesome event to witness! I wish I could travel down to NC to experience this Southern Christmas Show. I love the unique ornaments and the Enchanted Village of Miniatures! Wow!
Dawn Lopez says
Christmas is my favorite time of year and it looks like this event takes the holiday to the next level! I love the miniatures. I’m sure those little scenes would be a highlight for me to see.
Pam says
I agree, Christmas is one of ,y favorites as well. I love events like this to make the season more special.
Lisa says
That looks like my kind of show. I love Christmas decor and could spend hours wandering around looking for it.
Sarah Bailey says
Oh my goodness how good does the southern Christmas show look like it would be! I bet it would bring so much festive spirit around.
Kelly Hutchinson says
This Southern Christmas Show looks like so much fun! We don’t have anything like this in Knoxville.
Patty says
That does like look quite the event. My mother was a big believer in tinsel. She would put it on one strand at a time. Drove me crazy but the tree was beautiful
Jenny says
What a big Christmas show to get to go to! I can’t wait until ours start here, I love seeing everything decked out for the holidays!
candy says
Talk about beautiful. Can’t imagine all the work it took to decorate everything. Would love t see all this infernos.
Marcie W. says
What a stunning holiday experience! I would really enjoy looking at all of the different trees and those miniatures are so fun.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This is such a beautiful christmas show. I am in love with those ice cream cone ornaments. I love candyland – themed CHristmas decorations.
Theresa says
I am all over anything Christmas. This show looks like such a blast. I could easily spend all day there gazing at the beautiful decorations!
Maureen says
What a beautiful Christmas show in Charlotte. I love experiencing things like this, the decor is just gorgeous and unique too. Glad you shared these photos of your experience at the southern Christmas show!
Brandy says
What a beautiful southern Christmas show. I love Christmas, so this would be something right up my alley to attend if I were closer!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
I would love to go to something like that! We have a show similar, it’s called The Holly Fair. But the tickets to get in are so ridiculously priced.
Neely Moldovan says
I would DIE! That place looks amazing! I love CHristmas shows like that. I need to come check that one out!
Danielle says
Oh my goodness, my family would LOVE this! We are HUGE Christmas fans, and I think this would be a spectacular experience.
Jeanette says
I can’t even believe that it is getting close to Christmas. It is my favorite time of year because I love being around my family. I love the decorations that go into it. Something like this would really get me into the spirit of Christmas. Here’s
Amber Myers says
I just love all this decor. Checking out Christmas lights and stuff is always a lot of fun! I would enjoy checking out this show for sure.
Heather says
My kids would love checking out all of those miniatures. Need to visit NC!
Alli Smith says
I haven’t been to the Southern Christmas Show in years. I keep saying I’m going to get the girls together and visit again. I’m less than an hour from Charlotte and the show is so much fun! I always get tons of inspiration.
Sarah Honey says
Love all the holiday decorations. Especially the ice skates that is a unique idea! Would love to visit and see it all!
Randi says
What a delightful show! That ice cream cone Christmas tree is the cutest! Definitely a great way to get you in the holiday mood.
Mitch says
Everything is gorgeous here! Thanks for sharing, I especially love the Grand Hotel! Just fine attention to detail!
Janella Panchamsingh says
what beautiful holiday decor! Christmas is my favourite holiday!
Robin rue says
I want to go there so bad. I love all things Christmas and those trees are absolutely gorgeous!!!
Sarah says
This is fantastic! I am Christmas Extra, basically The Elf at heart. This year I am totally obsessing over garland and a big, thickly decorated tree – hubby refuses to let me decorate until after Thanksgiving but i managed to sneak a snowman onto the mantle without him noticing. This type of show is right up my alley!!
Christie Cronan says
That looks like such a wonderful place to take the kids. I know they’d love it.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is so pretty! I would love to go visit and enjoy it for myself.