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Food
Seasonal sips to savor the holidays in Charlotte
From movie-themed cocktail classes to explosions of holiday decor, there’s something for everyone this holiday season across the Queen City.
November 20, 2025 04:34 PM
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Maria Adnado
The glass Firebird sculpture is 17 feet tall and stands outside the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Uptown Charlotte.
Culture
Unwrap these 3 gifts given to Charlotte
These gifts given to Charlotte are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 16, 2024
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Food
10 Holiday-themed markets and pop-ups around Charlotte
Get festive at these seasonal pop-up bars around town + cross those last-minute gifts off your list.
December 12, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Unforgettable Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
December 6, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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City
“A Southern Christmas in Charlotte:" a holiday film, as told by ChatGPT
We asked ChatGPT to write a holiday, Hallmark Channel-inspired plot about Charlotte. It detailed a couple enjoying the holiday season in Uptown, packed with light displays and love.
December 4, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Nonprofits
Nonprofit hopes to raise $650,000+ for families in Charlotte
Good Friends Gather, a women-led nonprofit, is hosting its annual luncheon to celebrate the small acts that can change a person’s life.
December 2, 2024
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Culture
Find your zen at these yoga studios in Charlotte
Check out these 14 yoga studios around the Queen City, which offer beginner classes, hot yoga, memberships, and more.
December 2, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A brick building with the words "Reigning Doughnuts" on the exterior.
Small Business
Shopping small in the Queen City
Charlotte is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Tweetsie Christmas brings holidays to the High Country
The annual event kicks off on Friday, Nov. 29 and provides a festive start to the holiday season.
November 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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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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Plan a boat trip around Charlotte
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Carolina Ascent FC clinches playoff spot before last home game of inaugural season
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A group of people doing yoga under a tent.
Wellness
Music and yoga to take over Lenny Boy Brewing Co.
ONE Fest provides a day of rejuvenation and connection through 80+ yoga classes and workshops, plus vendors and live music .
May 15, 2025
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Restaurants
Dining in with L’Ostrica
Savor an elevated culinary experience at L’Ostrica, with seasonal tasting menus and wine pairings served in a cozy setting.
May 14, 2025
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Food
Where viral food critic Keith Lee has been in the Carolinas (and where he should go)
We’ve partnered with our 6AM City newsletters across the Carolinas to create a Keith Lee tracker, highlighting where the TikTok food critic has been and where our readers think he should go next.
May 14, 2025
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City
Project 2 Heal aims to provide service dogs for families in need
While the annual fundraiser is sold out, there are other ways to help Project 2 Heal succeed through stress-eliminating visits, fundraisers, and events.
May 13, 2025
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