CHARLOTTE – The Carolina Panthers’ third annual tree lighting event will be held Wednesday, November 23.

The celebration is free of charge and takes place outside Bank of America Stadium, on the corner of Mint Street and Graham Street, from 6-7:30 p.m.

The evening’s guest list includes Sir Purr, TopCats, PurrCussion, Black & Blue Crew and of course, Santa Claus.

Children’s activities include face painters, balloon artists, photo booths and caricaturists. Several food trucks will also be on hand to serve guests. The event will be capped by the tree lighting ceremony of the 55-foot tall Norway Spruce harvested in Banner Elk, N.C.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to relax and enjoy the festivities.

RSVP to the official Facebook Event page here.