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Events
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.
August 27, 2025 12:27 PM
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Events
University City Wine Fest returns
The eighth annual celebration invites everyone to toast and taste local wineries on Saturday, Sept. 21.
September 16, 2024
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Festivals
Charlotte International Arts Festival returns
The annual festival features large art installations, food and drinks, immersive + interactive experiences.
September 11, 2024
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Festivals
Don’t miss the Yiasou Greek Festival
The 46th annual Yiasou Greek Festival is filled with live performances, dancing, Greek cuisine, and more.
September 5, 2024
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Small Business
New pop-up market coming to Charlotte
Organizers have planned pop-up markets in cities around the US + Argentina since 2017 before coming to the Queen City.
August 22, 2024
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Festivals
Pride weekend to draw 250,000+ to Uptown
Charlotte’s biggest annual festival and parade will bring dozens of vendors, performers, and visitors to celebrate Pride.
August 14, 2024
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Festivals
Savor a “Taste of Charlotte”
The three-day event brings hundreds of vendors and mouth-watering dishes to the heart of Uptown, leaving you wanting more than a “Taste.”
June 3, 2024
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Events
Celebrate Pride at these events
While Pride Month is in June, celebrations stretch all summer long to bring the community together.
May 31, 2024
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Festivals
Italian Festival to flood Fort Mill with meatballs
The 27th Annual St. Philip Neri Italian Festival will fill Fort Mill bellies for three days.
May 15, 2024
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Events
Plan Ahead: Summer events happening around Charlotte
Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer.
April 30, 2024
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Events
Your guide to Lovin’ Life Music Fest
From headliners, ticket links, and parking, here’s everything you need to know about the inaugural festival in Uptown.
April 29, 2024
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From Southern cuisine to international favorites, Charlotte’s food scene is smothered and covered with tasty eats within eight food halls across the city.
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Play
20+ rooftop bars and dining spots in Charlotte
Want dinner with a gorgeous lake view? We have that. Want a place to drink by the pool? We have that. Want to marvel at Uptown’s lights over dessert? We have that, too.
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Charlotte to host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game
The All-Star Game will place Charlotte in the global spotlight, showcasing the city’s rise as a world-class soccer destination.
July 17, 2025
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Where would you put an outdoor library in Charlotte?
The concept of an outdoor library is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in the Queen City.
July 14, 2025
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Business
The Amp hits a high note with returning acts and a growing lineup in South Charlotte
The music venue at Ballantyne is more than an amphitheater — it’s a blank slate for shows, events, and the community to gather.
July 10, 2025
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Events
NC’s largest potters market returns to Charlotte
The Mint Museum Randolph will host the state’s largest potters market in September and highlight the works of 50+ artists from across North Carolina.
July 8, 2025
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A guide to Charlotte’s pizza scene
Enjoy a slice of the Queen City’s must-try pizza shops
July 8, 2025
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Food
Hot diggity dog: Where to get a hot dog in Charlotte
From longtime spots slinging chili dogs to roadside drive thrus, this is your guide to Charlotte’s hot dog scene.
July 2, 2025
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