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15 Things To Do in SouthPark this Holiday Season

SouthPark is your holiday hub. 

The countdown to the holiday season is underway and if you have family coming into town, you’ll want to keep them well-fed and entertained. With ample opportunities to shop, savor, and stroll, SouthPark has you covered. 


Copain Bakery

Cookie Decorating 

Pick up a cookie decorating kit from one of two SouthPark bakeries and create your edible masterpiece at home, or bring it to one of the neighborhood's breweries, bars, or restaurants to sip a seasonal drink while you decorate. 

Tableside S'mores

Don't worry about building a fire, head to Oak Steakhouse for drinks and tableside s'mores.

Cook & Connect

Refine your culinary skills with a cooking class at Williams-Sonoma

Explore Art & Ahi 

Art collectors and out-of-towners will appreciate the chance to view a variety of exhibitions at Anne Neilson Fine Art. Then satisfy your sushi craving at Yama Asian Fusion, indulge in seasonal pasta at Mano Bella, explore Middle Eastern street food at YAFO Kitchen, or taste flavors of Latin America at Sabor.

Family-friendly Fun

Pair your sips with sunshine at the SouthPark Mall’s West Plaza, nestled between Dick's Sporting Goods and The Suffolk Punch. Kids can play the day away on the playground while adults warm up with coffee, beer, or wine.

Go CAMPing

Go to the slime bar, check out the season's latest toys, or take part in a rotating list of immersive experiences at CAMP.

Interior Design & Wine

Appealing to art lovers and appetites alike, RH Charlotte offers incredible sights and small plates to share. Grab a glass of wine at the RH Rooftop Restaurant then walk through the showroom to gather interior design inspo.

Pampering & Pastries

Pamper yourself and your holiday visitors with spa-tacular express facials at Clean Your Dirty Face followed by pastries at Chez Marie. And don’t miss Tea Time every Thursday from 3-5, including Thanksgiving Day.

A Healing Touch

Before or after the holiday madness, reclaim relaxation and schedule a resort-style facial or massage at Palestra Boutique Spa or Woodhouse Spa SouthPark, or splurge on some much-need scalp care at Sage Head Spa

Test Your Skills

Enjoy friendly competition with trivia at Rhino Market on Tuesdays at 6pm and The Suffolk Punch on Thursdays at 7pm.

Work It All Out 

Going all out on Thanksgiving doesn’t have to mean losing your routine for you or your holiday guests! Reconnect your mind and body by booking a class one of these top SouthPark fitness studios.

Perfect Your Tablescape

A hostess’ dreamland, Crate & Barrel has everything you need to sharpen your decorating skills or level up your Thanksgiving tablescape. 

Start Holiday Shopping

Get a jump start on gift shopping at one of the 20+ new stores to have opened in SouthPark this year.

Stroll Around Sharon Square

Pop into Caroline Grace to indulge in retail therapy, Cafe Monte for crepes, and POLISHED Nail Bar for manis or pedis.

Walk & Wine Down

Try before you buy at Winestore in Morrison Place, where you can find a delicious wine at a reasonable price. Then start a DIY fashion show as you try on boutique threads at Disco Honey, Boem, or Capitol Clothing


Additional resources:

  • See the daily events calendar for more holiday happenings.
  • What's better than finding the perfect spot? Not needing one. Park once and ride the free SouthPark Skipper, a rideshare service operating daily from 9am-9pm.

SEE THE FULL HOLIDAY GUIDE


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