WinterFestStep into a World of Holiday Fun
WinterFest
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
When: Select Dates, Nov 28 - Jan 3, 2026
Where: 14523 Carowinds Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273
What to expect: Fun with a little twinkle; experience festive live shows, select Carowindsrides & attractions, Santa, and specialty holidayfood & drink.
Cost: Live shows, light displays, select activities and most rides included with park admission; Food, drink, merchandise and select holiday experiences require separate purchase.
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A Winter Wonderland of Holiday Fun
Step into a world of holiday fun during WinterFest at Carowinds, the premier holiday festival in the Carolinas. In 2025, WinterFest will run from 11 AM to 7 PM, giving families more time to enjoy the merriment of the holiday season. Experience fun with a little twinkle while enjoying festive live shows and making memories on select rides open for winter fun. With family memories like Santa visits, cookie decorating, and holiday shopping, there’s magic here for every age.
Hungry? Sip hot chocolate in a souvenir mug, indulge in seasonal treats, or share a holiday feast with friends and family. End the night with a cheery stroll through our picturesque midway and see why Carowinds is the best holiday tradition in the Carolinas.
Things to Do This Holiday Season During WinterFest at Carowinds
Experience winter like never before at a fully transformed Carowinds during WinterFest— you’re guaranteed to have a bundle of fun during our merry, season-long celebration, so what are you waiting for? Come to WinterFest today and gift yourself some holiday cheer!
Live Shows for the Holidays | Christmas Music
Get ready to get cozy with world-class live entertainment throughout WinterFest. With dazzling shows and cheery concerts with Christmas music, it’s easy to capture the magic of the holidays at Carowinds. Check out the Carowinds mobile app for showtimes and details.
Don’t miss Tinker's Toy Factory, our fan-favorite holiday spectacular! Dive into the bustling holiday season with Santa, Tinker and the elves during this heartwarming holiday musical.
Kid-Friendly Activities and Rides
WinterFest at Carowinds is a seasonal celebration like no other — with fam-tastic rides like the all-new Snoopy's Racing Railway and an assortment of kid-friendly activities, WinterFest is the holiday destination for the families in the Carolinas. Bring the little ones, make some crafts, decorate delicious cookies,* and create holiday memories that’ll last forever!
*Requires additional purchase
A Flurry of Seasonal Sweets, Eats, and Drinks
Our seasonal WinterFest menu features sweet and savory food and drink options for every holiday occasion! Stay nice and warm with a collectible souvenir mug of hot chocolate or make Carowinds feel like home with hearty comfort foods. Plus, we’ve got delectable dessert options for the little elves, and delicious handcrafted cocktails for the drinking-age ones!
Whatever you’re craving, WinterFest delivers holiday flavors as classic and tasty as cookies and milk on Christmas Eve.
Shop the Best Gifts for the Holidays at Carowinds
Skip the crowded shopping malls and have fun while you shop during Carowinds’ WinterFest! Give yourself the gift of good times during your Christmas shopping and find the perfect present for the thrill-lovers in your life — whether it’s cozy, Carowinds-branded apparel or a collectible ornament for your tree, gifts bought at WinterFest are festive, memorable, and fun.
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