Winter Activities for Seniors

There are many winter activities for seniors in Charlotte, NC that you and your family can enjoy. Whether you are looking for some outdoor fun, cultural experiences or festive events; here are some great options for all to enjoy. 

Get Moving

Attend fitness classes, join in on a card game or learn something new at an info session with Charlotte Mecklenburg Parks and Recreation. Most of these events are free or at a discounted rate for seniors.

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_other_category_ids=5&viewMode=list

Enjoy watching the ice skating or walking along the light art paths at the U.S. Whitewater Center while sipping a hot chocolate. They do have an elevator from the parking lot making access easy for those with mobility issues. 

https://center.whitewater.org/winter-at-whitewater/

Enjoy a Light Show

Hop in the car with family members or friends and check out a few light shows. 

In Concord you can drive through the Speedway Lights and enjoy the Christmas Village. https://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/events/speedway-christmas/

One of the most famous Christmas neighborhoods is right outside of Charlotte in McAdenville. You can drive or walk to enjoy all the extraordinary lights put up by the residents there. https://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/

In Ballantyne walk through the Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular. The pathways are all concrete, deck or gravel which are very accessible by wheelchair.https://ncholidaylights.com/

Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens in Gastonia also has a wonderful light display that is family and senior friendly. https://dsbg.org/

Walk through the Christmas market, watch ice skating or tubing and enjoy the city lights the Light the Knights event. The baseball stadium in uptown Charlotte is turned into Christmas wonderland for all the enjoy.

https://www.milb.com/charlotte-knights/ballpark/christmas

Enjoy a Show or Special Event

Enjoy a play or music at one of The Blumenthal Arts holiday shows. https://www.blumenthalarts.org/

Wear your ugly Christmas sweater to the North Carolina Christmas Festival at the Cabarrus Arena on December 17th. There will be free gift wrapping, food and entertainment for the whole family.

https://www.cabarrusarena.com/events/2022/north-carolina-christmas-festival

Get Crafty

Get crafty and make your own candles at The Candle Bar or make your own wreath at Plant House. 

https://thecandlebar.co/

https://workshops.planthouse.us/location/charlotte-nc-827373544323

Enjoy a painting class at City Art Room! 

https://cityartroom.com/public-events-1

Give Back

Volunteer or Adopt a Pet from the Humane Society. Many pets even just need temporary foster homes over the holidays. There are many senior appropriate breeds that would suit their lifestyle. https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/

Overall, Charlotte offers some great options for activities that are accessible for the entire family. Enjoy making great memories this holiday season.

Also check this article out on how to keep your senior loved one safe during winter weather! https://tailoredhomecareinc.com/featured/how-to-keep-your-senior-loved-ones-safe-in-winter-weather/