The 59th Southern Christmas Show runs Nov 11 to 22, 2026 at The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday to Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday; online adult tickets are $21 on weekdays and $24 on weekends. Parking is $12 per car.
Dates, Hours and Tickets at a Glance
| Detail | What the show lists |
|---|---|
| Dates | Nov 11 to 22, 2026 (Nov 11 is Veterans Day and opens a full day, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) |
| Hours | Thursday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday to Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Early Bird VIP | Saturday, Nov 14, 8 to 10 a.m. |
| Place | The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28205 |
| Parking | $12 per car; valet $25 |
| Kids | Children 5 and under free; ages 6 to 12 $13 online |
Ticket Prices
The show posts two price tables. Online tickets carry a $1 service fee. Adult ticket prices rise on Nov 11, the opening day; a new ticket is required for each day.
| Ticket | Online now | Box office now | From Nov 11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult weekday (ages 13+) | $21 ($20 + $1 fee) | $20 | $23 online, $22 box office |
| Adult weekend (ages 13+) | $24 ($23 + $1 fee) | $23 | $26 online, $25 box office |
| Child (ages 6 to 12) | $13 ($12 + $1 fee) | $12 | unchanged |
| Early Bird VIP (Nov 14, 8-10 a.m.) | $29 ($28 + $1 fee) | $28 | unchanged |
| Girls Night Out (Nov 20, 4 to 9 p.m.) | box office only | $15, sold from 3 p.m. on Nov 20 | unchanged |
Adult tickets are also sold at select Harris Teeter stores from Oct 11 to Nov 22 for $19 (weekday) or $22 (weekend). The show lists a group price of $16 per ticket for 20 or more people. A weekday ticket can be upgraded to a weekend ticket for $3 at the box office.
Getting There and Parking
- Parking: $12 per car and $25 for valet.
- Spaces: more than 4,000 spaces at and next to the Expo Lots open two hours before the show opens each day.
- Shuttles: free golf-cart shuttles run from most lots to the front door; donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children are encouraged.
- Rideshare: rideshare drop-off is allowed.
- Crowds: expect congestion around the building from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What Is on The Schedule
- Veterans Day, Wed Nov 11: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Early Bird VIP, Sat Nov 14, 8 to 10 a.m.: strollers, wagons, carts and bags with rolling wheels are not permitted that morning.
- Marcus Rosner appearance, Fri Nov 20 at 2:30 p.m.: listed on the show’s schedule.
- Girls Night Out, Fri Nov 20, 4 to 9 p.m.: $15, sold only at the box office from 3 p.m. that day.
The show says about 400 vendors and more than 95,000 shoppers attend.
Kid and Family Tips
Children 5 and under are free and do not need a ticket. Strollers and small pull or push carts are allowed, but grocery-size carts and wagons are not. The package check in the Central Lobby holds purchases for free; donations go to the Charlotte Regional Fire Foundation. Over 150 benches are spread through the show. Only food bought on site may be eaten inside.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte in 2026?
Nov 11 to 22, 2026, at The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Road. It is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday to Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday.
How much are Southern Christmas Show tickets?
Online adult tickets are $21 on weekdays and $24 on weekends, rising to $23 and $26 on Nov 11. Child tickets (ages 6 to 12) are $13 and children 5 and under are free. Box office prices are $1 to $3 lower.
How much is parking at the Southern Christmas Show?
$12 per car or $25 for valet. The show lists more than 4,000 spaces at and next to the Expo, with free golf-cart shuttles from most lots.
What is Early Bird VIP shopping?
A separate $29 online ticket for Saturday, Nov 14, 8 to 10 a.m. Strollers, wagons, carts and rolling bags are not allowed that morning.
Can I bring food or re-enter the show?
Outside food may not be eaten inside; only food bought on site. You can re-enter the same day with a hand stamp, but you pay for parking again if you leave the lot.
Is there a bag policy?
There are no bag restrictions except during Early Bird VIP, when bags with rolling wheels are not permitted. Commemorative bags sell for $6.
Who is the celebrity guest in 2026?
The show lists an appearance by Marcus Rosner on Friday, Nov 20 at 2:30 p.m.
Sources
- Southern Christmas Show, official site (dates, hours, admission, parking, FAQs), checked 2026-10-20
More Charlotte-area events: see Charlotte Region events, the Christmas Town U.S.A. guide and all North Carolina events. For drive times between North Carolina cities, see drive times to 20 destinations.
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