Festivals

Celebrate the Queen City’s art, music, food, and more for the annual Charlotte SHOUT! Festival.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that are worth planning ahead for.
While the Lunar New Year is on Tuesday, Feb. 17, there are plenty of ways to celebrate early in Charlotte.
There’s various events during the holiday weekend in and around the Queen City.
Watch the night sky light up around the Queen City for Fourth of July.
Celebrate and reflect on the history of Juneteenth at one of many festivals and events across the Queen City.
ONE Fest provides a day of rejuvenation and connection through 80+ yoga classes and workshops, plus vendors and live music .
Whether you’re a native Charlottean or visiting from outside the Queen City, this guide will help you navigate the three-day festival, find parking, and everything in-between.
The horses and pageantry of the annual Carolina Cup return to Camden, SC on Saturday, March 29.
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Catch a world-class film fest at RiverRun — no passport required.
Students from West Charlotte High School also received new instruments from festival organizers before the major announcement.
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