Concord News & Updates

Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health is shining bright with more magic. The event is open with specific dates, noting it is closed on Christmas Eve.

A replay of the 2025 Concord Christmas parade is now available for viewing. This holiday event brought festive cheer to the community.

Concord Mills is offering a Simon Photo Experience where families can meet Santa. This holiday event runs from November 21st through Christmas Eve.

Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health is currently underway at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The popular holiday light display is shining bright for visitors to enjoy.

A replay of the 97th Annual Concord Christmas Parade is available. This event was previously broadcast and is now accessible for viewing.

Charlotte Motor Speedway and Blue Cross NC partnered for a successful food drive event on Monday night. The initiative aimed to combat hunger and saw a significant turnout from the community.

Concord, North Carolina held its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Union Street South. The event took place on the evening of Friday, November 21, 2025.

This is a replay of the Christmas parade that took place in downtown Belmont, North Carolina on December 2, 2025. The event was originally broadcast on wcnc.com.

New Hampshire's ongoing drought is impacting the availability and quality of Christmas trees this season. Farms like Rossview Farm in Concord, NH, are seeing the effects on their trees ready for harvest.

Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health is rolling into December with holiday magic. This event promises festive moments as the holiday season begins.

A shooting incident disrupted the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Concord, North Carolina, leaving four people injured. Two suspects have been charged in connection with the event.

Discover a variety of festive activities happening throughout the Charlotte area this holiday season. Events include dazzling light displays, charming gingerbread showcases, bustling holiday markets, and opportunities to visit with Santa.

The Christmas shopping season has officially arrived in Concord, NC. HendrickMotorsports.com is offering a storewide sale on most items to kick off the holiday shopping.

This is a replay of the 97th Annual Concord Christmas Parade, which took place on November 22, 2025. The event was held in Concord, N.C.

The City of Concord is working towards healing after a shooting occurred at its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony last week. Community support is being shared following the incident.

Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health has begun, offering a festive drive-through light display. The event features over 5 million lights on a four-mile course.

Thousands lined the streets for the 97th Concord Christmas Parade, which proceeded despite recent violence at the tree lighting ceremony. The parade featured festive floats and community participation.

Charlotte Motor Speedway has launched its annual Christmas at the Speedway event, featuring a spectacular display of lights. The attraction boasts over 5 million lights spread across a four-mile route.

Despite a shooting at the city's annual Christmas tree lighting, Concord proceeded with its 97th annual Christmas parade. Hundreds of people attended the festive event.

The mayor of Concord announced that the annual Christmas Parade would proceed as scheduled following the Tree Lighting Ceremony incident. Hundreds of people attended the parade.

Despite a quadruple shooting at the city's annual Christmas tree lighting, Concord held its 97th annual Christmas parade with hundreds of people in attendance. The parade featured the sounds of Christmas.

Concord held its 97th annual Christmas parade with hundreds of people in attendance, despite a quadruple shooting at the city's annual Christmas tree lighting. The sounds of Christmas filled the air.

Despite a shooting incident at the previous night's tree lighting ceremony, the Concord Christmas Parade proceeded as scheduled. City leaders emphasized the community's resilience and the importance of continuing the annual holiday tradition.

The annual Concord Christmas Parade, a long-standing tradition in North Carolina, was held as planned following a shooting at the tree lighting ceremony. City officials stated the decision to proceed with the parade was important despite the unfortunate events.

The 97th annual Concord Christmas Parade took place as scheduled, despite a shooting incident that occurred at the city's tree lighting ceremony the previous night. This parade is noted as one of the oldest continuously running Christmas parades in North Carolina.

City leaders in Concord, North Carolina, decided to proceed with the annual Christmas Parade on November 22, 2025, even after a shooting wounded four people the night before. They emphasized the importance of community resilience in moving forward with the event.

Despite a shooting incident at Concord's annual Christmas tree lighting the night before, the city moved forward with its Christmas parade the following day. The event proceeded as planned, highlighting the community's determination.

The 97th Concord Christmas Parade featured Suzanne Howard as a special guest, honoring her long involvement with the event. The parade is a significant holiday tradition in Concord.

Speedway Christmas is back for the season, offering a magical experience with movies and music. The event is set to begin just one week after its announcement.

The 97th Concord Christmas Parade is scheduled for this Saturday, November 24th, starting at 2:30 pm. Following the parade, the 28th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place that evening.

Greg Walter, President and General Manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway, has been named Grand Marshal for the 97th Concord Christmas Parade. The City of Concord will honor him during the upcoming holiday event.

Speedway Christmas at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord is set to open soon. Visitors can drive through a 4-mile course on the oval, pit road, and infield road course.

The most wonderful time of the year is approaching with the official opening of Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health in Concord, N.C. The event is highly anticipated as the holiday season begins.

A Christmas movie filmed in North Carolina is set for release soon. Additionally, $35 flights have been announced at the Concord airport, offering travel deals.

A new Christmas movie titled "Merv" was filmed in North Carolina and is scheduled for release in December. This romantic comedy is set to bring holiday cheer to audiences soon.