Festivals

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
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Prepare for flavors and savory experiences during the two-week culinary showcase running from March 12-25.
There are plenty of ways to observe Mardi Gras in the Queen City, from day-long parties to spots to order King Cake.
Expect to visit wine and arts festivals + relocated events this year in the University area.
New displays celebrating art, music, food, and ideas in Uptown will be showcased for 17 days when Charlotte SHOUT! returns April 4-20.
Charlotteans can vote in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards from “Best Beer City” to “Best Minor League Ballpark.”
Lovin’ Life Music Fest has dropped upcoming names including Ludacris, The Revivalists, and Switchfoot to perform in Charlotte.
The Queen City is ringing in the Year of the Snake.
The annual event goes beyond Uptown, celebrating the Queen City’s culinary landscape with tastings, cook-offs, and a large festival.
The annual festival celebrating the iconic Cheerwine soft drink is a major economic driver for Rowan County.
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Both Maersk and Scout Motors recently announced plans to move their headquarters to the Queen City, adding 1,700+ jobs to the local market.
There are plenty of local businesses dedicated to helping you feel your best and provide self-care, whether it’s through fitness classes, a stress-relieving massage, or a cold plunge.
The new concept at Optimist Hall promises laid-back vibes and mouthwatering tacos with bold flavors.
Bae’s Burgers rounds out the list of locally-owned eateries and shops within the two-story renovated hub in downtown Concord.
The upcoming World Military Summer Games aim to bring a local economic boom while bolstering international diplomacy.
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
No, we’re not trolling you. Danish artist Thomas Dambo’s latest troll sculptures in Charlotte, Raleigh, and High Point mark North Carolina’s installations as the largest in the US.
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
Charlotte joins the MICHELIN map with a Star for Counter, a Bib Gourmand, a special award, and a slate of Recommended eateries.
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