Support Us Button Widget

Arts

A large wooden sculpture of a troll peaking between trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Charlotte park to welcome world-renowned troll sculpture
No, we’re not trolling you. Danish artist Thomas Dambo is set to build a troll sculpture in Charlotte, Raleigh, and High Point, marking North Carolina’s installations as the largest in the US.
August 28, 2025 03:48 PM
 · 
Maria Adnado
An aerial shot of massive crowds attending Lovin' Life Music Fest in Uptown Charlotte.
Play
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
 · 
Jack VanderToll
A line of volunteer workers pack crates of food in a warehouse.
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
 · 
Jack VanderToll
An artist's rendering of the interior of a movie theater.
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
 · 
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
 · 
Maria Adnado
A giant monitor reading "Sullenberger Aviation Museum" hangs over the US Airways flight inside a former airport hanger.
Play
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
 · 
Maria Adnado
An author autographs her book in a ballroom with tables and dishes in the background.
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
 · 
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
 · 
Jack VanderToll
White vendor booths surrounding a lake in a park.
Festivals
Festival in the Park returns for 60th year
The annual festival provides live music, art, and community to Charlotteans.
September 19, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Photo of a gold-framed painting by Renoir depicting a still life image of fruit and a cup
Sponsored
Monet, Matisse, and much more
A major exhibition of French modern art is coming to the Columbia Museum of Art this fall.
Sponsored by
Three people in all white outfits wearing giant bird mechanisms.
Festivals
Charlotte International Arts Festival returns
The annual festival features large art installations, food and drinks, immersive + interactive experiences.
September 11, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Load More

The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from CLTtoday
CLTtoday_ESO owners_Aug 2025
Food
ESO Artisanal Pasta brings fresh pasta to Optimist Hall
The highly anticipated food stall will welcome diners starting Friday, Aug. 8, serving fresh pastas, locally made focaccia, gluten-free options, and sparkling Italian sodas.
August 5, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
A line of children lining up to pet a police K-9 officer.
Events
National Night Out events rescheduled due to rain
The annual events bring communities together to meet local law enforcement and share resources + are free to attend.
August 5, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
A side-by-side photo of chefs Tristen Epps and Chris Coleman
Food
Chefs share how the Queen City shaped their cooking skills for televised competitions
From “Chopped to “Top Chef,” two chefs with experience in the Queen City reflect on their time on-screen and how the competition propelled their careers.
August 4, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
CLTtoday Pickleball Charlotte Sharon Lakes
Play
Where to play pickleball in Charlotte
Playing pickleball in Charlotte is easy when you stop by one of these local indoor and outdoor courts, including Mecklenburg County courts and more.
August 1, 2025
 · 
Mitch Hooper
A black and white photo of people going down escalators and looking down upon an indoor ice rink.
Development
Remembering Eastland Mall: a look at its past and future
The iconic Eastland Mall attracted thousands of shoppers before its closure in 2010, and will serve as a new hub of life in East Charlotte.
July 31, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
Real Estate
How much it could cost to rent in Charlotte based on the neighborhood
Trying to move neighborhoods? We looked at 10+ different neighborhoods around Charlotte to compare the cost of rent to the local average.
July 29, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Three people sitting with their retrievers of varying ages in front of a bustling outdoor market.
Small Business
Market Meetups: a new way to meet friends in Charlotte
The new event offers a fresh way for women to make connections while shopping from local vendors from across the Queen City.
July 29, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
A room inside a brewery showing plants and three four-top tables with mahjong tiles.
Events
Bam, dot, crack: where to play Mahjong in Charlotte
If you’re looking to learn something new this year, jump into the tile-based game craze and give mahjong a try.
July 28, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
The cast of The Hunger Games waves to the crowd at Comic Con.
Play
Lights, camera, action: movies and shows filmed around Charlotte
The Charlotte region has hosted television programs and movie productions from blockbusters to Academy Award-winning films.
July 25, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Chef in hotel or restaurant kitchen cooking only hands. Prepared beef steak with vegetable decoration.
Food
Local chefs share excitement for “Top Chef” in Charlotte
The Emmy-nominated culinary competition will start filming Charlotte and Greenville, SC soon, and Charlotte-area chefs have a lot to say about the upcoming production that will put the Queen City on the culinary map.
July 24, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado