Get into the Christmas spirit this November at the Southern Christmas Show

Lorenza Medley
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Last week, I heard Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” — a holiday anthem — on a Spotify ad and almost screamed. After all, it’s not even Halloween and it’s still hot outside!

However, that was a preview for the nicely gift-wrapped Charlotte-based holiday news I present to you. Yes, it is still August — but that’s not going to stop me from preparing you to get transported to a winter wonderland.

The 55th Annual Southern Christmas Show will be held at the Park Expo and Conference Center from Nov. 10-20. Here’s what you need to know:

The Christmas Show will feature over 400 merchants and vendors, designer rooms, a Christmas tree, Olde Town and Santa Claus. You can also enjoy the songs and sounds of the performers on the LeafFilter Entertainment Stage.

There will be a special preview night presented by Universal Windows Direct on Nov. 9 from 5-9 p.m. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to charity partner The Sandbox, an organization that supports the families of children with cancer or life-altering illnesses.

Beat the crowds by pre-shopping at the Early Bird VIP morning on Nov. 12 from 8-10 a.m. The first 250 VIP shoppers will receive a special commemorative ornament. No strollers, wagons or carts will be allowed at the event.

Tickets are now available online and can be purchased at participating Harris Teeter stores. Tickets must be purchased in advance for groups larger than 20 people.

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The Southern Christmas Show

Location: 2500 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205

Neighborhood: Southeast Charlotte

Tickets: Purchase online or at participating Harris Teeters with a VIC card

  • $24 at the door and online for the special preview night tickets

  • $20 at the door and online for the Early Bird VIP morning tickets

  • $16 for each adult ticket, $5 for each ticket for children ages 6-12

  • $14 for online tickets until Nov. 9

  • $13.50 for tickets purchased from Oct. 10 - Nov. 20 at participating Harris Teeters with a VIC card

  • $13 per person for tickets for groups of 20 people or more

  • $10 for on-site parking, $20 to validate parking