The holiday season in Charlotte is about to get a little more exciting. Light the Knights Festival returns for the 2026 holiday season at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, with a start date of Nov. 25. For families in Pineville, Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Waxhaw, Tega Cay, and Indian Land, it is one more reason to plan an outing once the holiday season gets going.
What Is Light the Knights?
Light the Knights is a holiday festival held at Truist Field, the Charlotte ballpark. Rather than sitting empty during the colder months, the field is transformed into a winter attraction with activities designed for families, friends, and holiday shoppers.
According to the event information, the festival again features two headline attractions:
- A regulation size ice rink set up on the field
- A multi-lane, 150-foot snow tubing slope in right field
Shopping is also part of the festival experience, making it more than just a skating and tubing outing.
Key Details for Planning Your Visit
Date and Location
- Event: Light the Knights Festival
- Returns: Nov. 25, for the 2026 holiday season
- Venue: Truist Field
- Address: 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC
The source information does not list specific daily hours, closing dates, or ticket prices in the portion available here. Before you go, check the official Light the Knights and Charlotte Knights channels for current hours, ticket pricing, and any special event schedules.
The Ice Rink
The regulation size ice rink is built right on the field at Truist Field. The rink typically hosts all kinds of activities, including tournaments and figure skating, in addition to open skating. That variety means there may be something happening for casual skaters and more serious athletes alike. Because schedules can change throughout the season, it is worth confirming what is planned for the date you want to visit.
The Snow Tubing Slope
In right field, the festival again features a multi-lane snow tubing slope that runs 150 feet. Multiple lanes mean groups can tube side by side, which tends to be a fun draw for kids, teens, and adults who want to race a friend or family member down the hill.
Shopping
Shopping is part of the festival, giving visitors a chance to browse while they are there. Details on vendors and offerings are best confirmed through official festival announcements as the season approaches.
Why It Matters to South Charlotte Families
South Charlotte and the surrounding communities have no shortage of holiday traditions, from tree lightings to local markets. Light the Knights adds a different kind of experience: a chance to skate or tube inside a professional baseball stadium. For families in Pineville, Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Waxhaw, Tega Cay, and Indian Land, that novelty is part of the appeal.
Events like this also give neighbors a reason to gather. Whether it is a group of friends, a youth team, or a multi-generation family outing, a festival with several activities in one location makes planning simpler. Everyone can pick the activity they like best, whether that is gliding around the rink, racing down the tubing slope, or browsing the shopping offerings.
Background: A Ballpark That Works Year-Round
Truist Field is best known as the home of the Charlotte Knights baseball team, but festivals like Light the Knights show how the venue can serve the community outside of baseball season. Turning a ballpark outfield into an ice rink and a snow tubing hill is a creative use of space, and it gives people a reason to visit uptown during the holiday season.
The festival has returned year after year, and the 2026 edition keeps the same core attractions that visitors have come to expect: the on-field ice rink and the right field tubing slope.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Visit
- Check official sources first. Confirm hours, ticket prices, and any special programming before you head out.
- Dress for the weather. An outdoor winter festival can be chilly, so plan layers, gloves, and warm socks.
- Plan for both activities. If your group wants to skate and tube, ask about packages or timing so you can fit both in.
- Consider parking and transportation. The venue is at 324 S Mint Street in Charlotte, so look up parking options ahead of time.
- Bring a shopping list. With shopping part of the festival, you may be able to knock out a few holiday gifts.
Looking Ahead to the Holiday Season
With Light the Knights returning Nov. 25, families have a new item to put on the calendar as the 2026 holiday season approaches. A regulation size ice rink, a 150-foot snow tubing slope, and shopping all in one place make for a full outing. We will keep you updated as more details become available.
Join the Conversation
Are you planning to visit Light the Knights this year? Will you start with the ice rink or head straight for the tubing slope? Share your plans and your favorite holiday traditions with your South Charlotte neighbors.
