Lake Wylie Events and Activities
Are you looking for things to do around Lake Wylie, Charlotte, Rock Hill, Tega Cay, Clover and Belmont? There are always fun activities for the whole family to enjoy
Mid November 18 – mid January Ice skating in Rock Hill? Oh yes there is! 205 Saluda Street. Celebrate the holidays on ice at the Founders Holiday Ice Rink in downtown Rock Hill Only in Old Town
Mid November – Mid February – Ice Skating. Located on the upper pond of White water center at US National Whitewater Center
November 21- January 4 Speedway Christmas Enjoy 4 miles drive thru course synchronized to Christmas music that you can listen to from your car radio and Christmas Village with holiday activities
November 28 Friday – Penland Tree Farm – Open for the season! Hayrides, roasted marshmallows, and choose and cut your own tree. Enjoy this family tradition.
November 28- January 3 Carowinds Winterfest – Sights, sounds, food and experiences of the holiday season.
November 28-Dec 30 Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular Enjoy lights, winter wonderland carnival, and more. Ballantyne’s Backyard 11611 Community House Rd, Charlotte
December 2025
December 1- December 26 -Christmastown USA presented by the town of McAddenville 2025 this spectacular display, ranked as one of the top ten Christmas events in the whole country! If you've never seen it, make it this year!
December 1 – December 30 Step into a winter wonderland during the enchanting Festival of Trees display in the heart of Downtown Belmont
December 1 Monday 6:30 PM Christmas Tree Lighting Meet in front of City Hall for annual tree lighting ceremony. Then stroll down Main St for the kickoff of the Festival of Trees in Stowe Park, Belmont
December 2 Tuesday 3:00 pm Belmont Christmas Parade Christmas Parade at downtown Belmont
December 4 Thursday 6- 11 pm Holiday Gala hosted by Lake Wylie Chamber– at River Hill Country Club!
December 4 Thursday 5:00 – 8:00 pm Christmas Village & Lighting of the Tree, Fort Mill Amphitheater
December 4 Thursday Tega Cay Lighting of the City Tree
December 4 - 7 " Christmasville" in downtown Rock Hill! A charming holiday village and outdoor walking festival in Rock Hill's historic Old Town. Events include the Reindeer Romp 5K, carriage rides, historic tours, carolers, theater, and much more!
December 5 Friday 6:00 – 8:00 PM Movies in the Park at Field Day park at Lake Wylie. Enjoy a night under the stars, bring lawn chairs or towels to sit
December 5-7 Friday – Sunday 5 – 9pm Holidays at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Annual event featuring lighted musically-orchestrated topiaries and more
December 6 Saturday 3:00 pm Winter Holiday Market Enjoy live music, festive sites, flavors, and gift with over 50 vendors @ Ann Springs 2573 Lake Haigler, Fort Mill
December 6 Saturday 8:00 am – 2 pm Lake Wylie Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair. Join us for the 10th Annual LKW Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair, a festive tradition filled with handmade crafts, unique gifts, local vendors, holiday treats, and seasonal cheer! 5415 Highway 557, Clover
December 6 Saturday 10:00 am 3rd Clover Holiday on Main Festival starts at Downtown Main
December 6 Saturday 11:00 am 78th Annual Fort Mill Christmas Parade Downtown Fort Mill
December 6 Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm Pickin’ On The Porch Enjoy an afternoon of music and relaxation at the Trailhead Store, nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Daniel Stowe Garden’s property . Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 7 Sunday 3:00 pm Christmas Parade Gather with friends and family to celebrate the season with festive floats, marching bands, community groups, and plenty holiday cheer. Downtown Clover
December 10 - 27 Friday – Sunday 5 – 9pm Holidays at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Annual event featuring lighted musically-orchestrated topiaries and more
December 11 Thursday 6:00 pm Kickoff to Christmas Tree Lighting 55 N Congress, York
December 12 Friday 6:00 pm Hometown Christmas Parade 55 N Congress St, York
December 13 Saturday 9:00 – 12:00 Family Farm Day: Fourth on the Farm Holiday themed– at the Crandall Bowles Children Farm, Ann Springs
December 13 Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Fort Mill Cookie Crawl Downtown Fort Mill
December 13 Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm Pickin’ On The Porch Enjoy an afternoon of music and relaxation at the Trailhead Store, nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Daniel Stowe Garden’s property . Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 13 Saturday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Bavarian Holiday Festival Featuring over 50 artisan vendors, live performances and free activities. Downtown Belmont
December 13 Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Christmas Market 1650 Fibert Hwy, York
December 13-14 2:00 -6:00 pm Yorkville Historical Society Holiday Home Tour
December 20 - Saturday dusk - Movies in the park at Stowe Park Belmont Parks and Recreation Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a beautiful summer evening Movie showing will be Elf
December 20 Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm Pickin’ On The Porch Enjoy an afternoon of music and relaxation at the Trailhead Store, nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Daniel Stowe Garden’s property . Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 20 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Morning with Santa at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 21 Saturday 8:00 am Santa in the Cay Santa will be visiting Tega Cay for is meeting with the Tega Cay Fire Department. Catch a glimpse of Santa practicing his run alongside the Fire Department.
December 27 Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm Pickin’ On The Porch Enjoy an afternoon of music and relaxation at the Trailhead Store, nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Daniel Stowe Garden’s property . Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 29 Monday 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm Free Movie “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”–27 N. Congress Sylvia Theater
January 2026
January 1 – Thursday 12-4pm - The annual New Year's Day Barefoot Challenge! Lake Wylie's own Carolina Show Ski Team travels to Lake Norman to compete in this bone chilling competition. Come and watch!
January 3 – Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Emancipation Day at Historic Brattonsville : What was life like in York County after Emancipation? Historic interpreters, costumed volunteers, and reenactment.
January 4 Sunday 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Downtown Jazz Jam Jazz musicians of all ages and skill level are invited to participate and the public is welcome to enjoy the free music @ The Power House Food Hall 378 Technology Center Way, Rock Hill
January 7 6:30 pm – Skate & Date: at the US National Whitewater Center One of a kind date night will take you through a bird’s eye perspective of the USNWC as you fly on the zipline onto the high ropes then a short hike back to River’s Edge where you’ll be greeted with a chef-inspired and created dinner.
January 8 – Thursday – 7 pm – Come see Noel, Maria and their All-Star Band at the Clover School District Auditorium. Great entertainment as part of the Performing Arts series for the community, hosted by the CSDA
January 16-17 5:00 – 9:00 pm Ice Sculptures at Stowe Enjoy 24 breathtaking, nature themed ice sculptures nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Daniel Stowe Garden’s property . Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
January 21 6:30 pm – Skate & Dine: at the US National Whitewater Center One of a kind date night will take you through a bird’s eye perspective of the USNWC as you fly on the zipline onto the high ropes then a short hike back to River’s Edge where you’ll be greeted with a chef-inspired and created dinner.
January 22 – Thursday – 7 pm – Come see Family Night XXVI Doug Berky – No Show! at the Clover School District Auditorium. Great entertainment as part of the Performing Arts series for the community, hosted by the CSDA
January 28 6:30 pm – Skate & Dine: at the US National Whitewater Center One of a kind date night will take you through a bird’s eye perspective of the USNWC as you fly on the zipline onto the high ropes then a short hike back to River’s Edge where you’ll be greeted with a chef-inspired and created dinner.
January 31 Saturday 6:00 – 8:30 pm Jazz in the Garden enjoy a special evening of jazz under the stars featuring five stellar performances by some of the finest talent from the Carolinas. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
January 31 Saturday 12:00- 2:00 pm 3rd Annual Oyster Roast Five Blossoms Farm, 1121 Crossland Rd., Clover