The Winter chill isn’t slowing Lake locals down this season. Get out there and enjoy the festive events going on all weekend. Here’s our guide to where to go & what to do this weekend around the Lake:
2nd Friday Bella Love Art Crawl
Friday, Dec. 11
Oak Street Mill
Every Second Friday, Cornelius Cultural Arts Group invites the community to experience downtown Cornelius in style. Hosted by Bella Love, this monthly art crawl features some of the area’s most talented and innovative artisans as well as live performances, food trucks, and special events at local businesses.
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 12
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Bring the little ones for a day of holiday cheer with jolly old nick. Decorate cookies, create special gifts, participate in a holiday sing-a-long led by Mrs. Claus and have the chance to whisper a wish into Santa’s ear. Â Rick Belden Photograpy will be available to take professional pictures.
19th Annual Lighted Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 12
Peninsula Yacht Club
This Lake area favorite is celebrating it’s 19th year! Concessions open at 5pm and don’t miss Santa’s arrival by fireboat at 6pm. Then sit back and enjoy the boat parade, where “best of” awards will be given in the following categories: powerboat, sailboat and pontoon.
A Huntersville Christmas
Saturday, Dec. 12
Downtown Huntersville
It’s time again for A Huntersville Christmas! Join Mr. and Mrs. Claus for an evening of sledding (yes, in NC!), a giant ferris wheel, kids activities, holiday performances live on stage and horse drawn carriage rides.
Scottish Brunch & St. Martin’s Cross Special Bottle Release
Saturday, Dec. 12
D9 Brewing Company
Wake up to a delicious brunch and brew release at D9 Brewing Company. It all starts with a beer-infused brunch at 11 am, followed by the release of St. Martin’s Cross, an Imperial Scottish Ale aged on Talisker single malt Scotch and oak. The brunch event is limited to 80 guests, and tickets must be purchased in advance. Standard tickets include both the brunch, as well as a 22-ounce bottle of St. Martin’s Cross for $25. For guests under 21, there is a $15 brunch-only ticket available. Get your tickets here.
Huntersville Half Marathon & Holiday 5K
Saturday, Dec. 12
Huntersville, NC
Have one too many helpings at last week’s holiday party? Run it all off at the Huntersville Half Marathon & 5K. This event, designed for runners by runners, allows locals to race their favorite routes. Register here.
