2024 Light the Knights Guide
❄️ Snow Much Fun! Light the Knights presented by Truist is back at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, from November 27th-January 3rd! Featuring ice skating, snow tubing, light shows, shopping, delicious dining, festive drinks, holiday decorations, and so much more, this is the must-do event of the season
❄️ Snow Much Fun!
Light the Knights presented by Truist is back at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, from November 27th-January 3rd!
Featuring ice skating, snow tubing, light shows, shopping, delicious dining, festive drinks, holiday decorations, and so much more, this is the must-do event of the season in Charlotte!
Here's what you need to know about our one-of-a-kind winter wonderland spectacular!
🎟️ Two Types Of Tickets
- This ticket type includes access to ice skating and snow tubing, plus everything else the festival has to offer! (lights, decor, shopping, and more)
- This ticket type does NOT include access to ice skating and snow tubing, but is the perfect option for folks who want to come and enjoy the festival lights, shopping, and decor!
🗓️ Make Your Plans Now!
Tickets sell extremely fast for Light the Knights, so take a look at the calendar above and mark down a date to come to our festival!
The event runs from November 27th through January 3rd and features special appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus!
✨ PRO TIP: Planning to visit Light the Knights several times?! Save some money and purchase a season pass.
🎅 See if Santa & Mrs. Claus Are Visiting Light The Knights When You Come!
*Indicates Mrs. Claus will be here too for select hours
Thanksgiving Week: 11/27: 5-10pm, *11/29: 12-10pm, *11/30: 12-10pm, *12/1: 12-8pm
Week 2: 12/5: 5-10pm, *12/6: 5-10:30pm, *12/7: 5-10:30pm, *12/8: 2-9pm
Week 3: 12/12: 5-10pm, *12/13: 5-10:30pm, *12/14: 2-10:30pm, *12/15: 2-10pm
Week 4: 12/18: 5-10pm, 12/19: 5-10pm, *12/20: 5-10:30pm, *12/21: 2-10:30pm, *12/22: 2-10:30pm, *12/23: 2-10:30pm
💡 Light The Knights Pro Tips
Because what's a guide without some pro tips?! Here's a few recommendations to enhance your experience!
Come Early: Skip the lines, forget about the traffic, and come early! On the weekends, Light the Knights opens up early in the afternoon, which is the perfect way to avoid waiting to skate or snow tube. Trust us, this is one of the best pro tips of all.
Meet At The Paper Mill Pub: Want to sit down and grab a bite to eat? Well luckily for you, The Paper Mill Pub located right outside of Truist Field has fantastic food, drinks, and vibes! It's a great spot to visit before or after your Light the Knights experience.
Skip The Line, Buy Online: We can't emphasize this enough! In order to maximize your time at the festival, we highly recommend buying tickets online, in advance. You can do that right here!
⛸️ What's There To Do?
What isn't there to do is the question?
⛸️ Ice Skating presented by Circle K
🎄 Snow Tubing Presented by Atrium Health Levine Children's
✨ Thousands of lights including our tunnel of lights, choreographed light shows to holiday music, and more
🛍️ The Holiday Market featuring local shops selling holiday gifts, trinkets, baked items, clothing, and more
☃️ Stroll Through Stunning Christmas Trees in Chick-Fil-A's Christmas Tree Lane
🗒️ Write Letter's & Meet Santa in Santa's Station
🌟 Take In Glistening Lights and Sit In The Snow Queen's Throne in our Lights 360 Display
❄️ Watch Animatronics & Enchant Yourself in the Beauty of Dilling's Winter Wonderland
🤶 Enjoy food and drinks, sit down, and take in the view of it all in Mrs. Claus' Kitchen
☕ Holiday-themed food and drink items (more on that below)
☃️ Decor, festive music, and winter fun
🏒 Don't forget about our 4 Outdoor College Hockey Games (Get your tickets here)
☕ New Food, Anyone?!
We can hardly stand the wait... The new food on this seasons Light the Knights menu is totally sleigh (get it?!)
Chicken on a Stick
Family Four Pack (2 Chicken on a Stick Skewers, 2 Hot Dogs, 4 French Fry Baskets, 4 Drinks)
Homer's Chicken and Waffle Cone
Soup Du Jour (Soup of the Day) with a Bread Bowl
Thanksmas French Fries
Turkey Dinner Conewich
Candy Apples & Gourmet Apples
Smash Burgers (Single, Double, Triple, Quadruple)
Loaded Sidewinder Fries
🥤 Plus, Our Souvenir Cups Return!
Get in the holiday spirit with our glow up cups! If people say it's extra, then snow be it. We love this added hint of festive flair for drinks!
🛒 Pick Out The Perfect Present At The Market
It's a one stop shop! Featuring all kinds of gifts, baked goods, clothing, and more, The Market at our Light the Knights Festival is the perfect place to make a purchase for everyone on your list!
Here's the list of 2024 vendors:
Let’s Glow, Fun Glow Toys
Pet Wants CLT: The Urban Feed Store
The Nomadic Jeweler
NOMADS LLC
Village Bakery- by Charlotte Christmas Village
World of Christmas- by Charlotte Christmas Village
Hans & Heidi's Holiday Haus- by Charlotte Christmas Village
Saint Nick's Design- by Charlotte Christmas Village
Jibbity Hop Charm Shop
Rich Gecko
Jacob & Mabrey’s Gourmet Cotton Candy
Wow Fudge
Chocolate Paradise
Unique Touches
Kelly’s Donuts
House Family Homestead
Kool Fun Concessions
- Kool Fun Nut Shack: Bavarian Roasted Nuts
- We are bringing back our fresh roasted everyday: cinnamon roasted almonds, cashews, and pecans. We will have gift packs, as well as small and large cones.
- Gourmet Chocolate
- We are featuring a new item this year: gourmet chocolate from all over the world. We package perfectly for Christmas gifts or to spoil yourself!
- Spanish 2 Foot Licorice Ropes
- Imported for your pleasure from Madrid, Spain. We have sour ropes & sweet ropes! The classic black and red licorice will be represented as well.
- Personalized Christmas Ornaments
- We have several local artists come and add names and dates to your ornaments. We have celebrations, sports, weddings, newborns, animal families, hobbies, and jobs. Come check us out! We try to have ornaments for all of our friends and families to celebrate Christmas.
⭐ Answering Your FAQ'S
Where can I park?
Parking is available within a 1-3 block radius around the ballpark at the following locations (hourly cost per vehicle will vary):
We recommend the Mint Street Parking Garage at 410 S Mint Street.
What is allowed/not allowed at the event?
Personal bags are allowed within the size limit of 9X14X14 inches; all bags will be checked at the main gates. Strollers are allowed. Please be mindful when walking through the holiday scenes. There is no outside food or drink allowed, and no smoking while inside the venue.
What is included in my ticket?
If you select the Admission Only ticket, you will have access to the holiday experience on the concourse level, the Tunnel of Lights, and the The Market shopping vendors.
If you select the “All Activities Pass,” you have access to all three entities for as much as you’d like for that selected date.
If you select either of the Season Pass options, you have access to the event for the entire event calendar.
Is there a kid price?
Kids ages three and under are free.
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