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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Charlotte
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
January 28, 2025 02:34 PM
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Jack VanderToll
An aerial shot of massive crowds attending Lovin' Life Music Fest in Uptown Charlotte.
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Give these Charlotte live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
January 22, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Work
25+ volunteer opportunities in and around Charlotte
There are ample opportunities to volunteer and give back to the Queen City community year-round.
December 17, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Date night ideas in Charlotte
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date night in the Queen City.
December 5, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Theater
Catch a movie in Independent Picture House’s new auditorium
The nonprofit cinema hopes to build a larger audience welcoming local filmmakers and movie lovers.
December 3, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A ballet dancer on stage with a snowy background.
Arts
Get to know the performers in Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker
The annual ballet at Belk Theater has provided holiday magic for decades.
November 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A giant monitor reading "Sullenberger Aviation Museum" hangs over the US Airways flight inside a former airport hanger.
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On exhibit: Charlotte’s must-see museums
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these museums in Charlotte have it all.
October 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Get ready for another chapter of Verse & Vino
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation fundraiser celebrates the importance of libraries and features bestselling authors.
October 18, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Dozens of seniors take part in a chair yoga class in a gymnasium.
Live
Activities for older adults around Charlotte
The Queen City is packed with fun options to spend a day for anyone in their golden years.
October 10, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Festivals
Festival in the Park returns for 60th year
The annual festival provides live music, art, and community to Charlotteans.
September 19, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Monet, Matisse, and much more
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Nearly $4 billion invested in Charlotte’s upcoming development
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A guide to Charlotte’s pizza scene
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January 31, 2025
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January 30, 2025
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Basketball
Professional women’s basketball will take the court in Charlotte
The UPSHOT League basketball franchise will tip off in May 2026.
January 30, 2025
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January 30, 2025
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Visit Charlotte’s 14 newest restaurants and businesses
The Queen City welcomed several new restaurants and businesses throughout the month, kicking off 2025 on a high note.
January 29, 2025
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35+ Charlotte concerts to put on your calendar in 2025
From pop princesses to chart-topping bands, there’s no shortage of concerts to see this year in the Queen City.
January 29, 2025
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Events
Lunar New Year celebrations in Charlotte
The Queen City is ringing in the Year of the Snake.
January 28, 2025
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Panthers legend Greg Olsen with his wife Kara and the owner and executive chef of Steak 49.
Nonprofits
Fourth annual HEARTest Yard Ungala to help thousands of families
The annual event brings celebrities, business owners, and the community together to benefit children living with congenital heart disease in the Carolinas.
January 27, 2025
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Sports
Charlotte athletes to watch during the Super Bowl
The Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs have an upcoming rematch on Sunday, Feb. 9 with a few Charlotte-area athletes on the rosters.
January 27, 2025
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