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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
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Events
Novant Thanksgiving Eve Parade will draw thousands to Uptown
The annual event showcases Charlotte-area businesses, organizations, and communities during a mile-long parade route along Tryon Street.
November 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Uptown to “get lit” for 5th annual Light the Knights Festival
The festive event will bring an outdoor ice rink, snow tubing hill, holiday light display, shopping, and more to Truist Field.
November 18, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Culture
Which locations around Charlotte deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Charlotte?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
Spend a day riding the Light Rail
Tired of getting stuck in traffic? Charlotte’s light rail lines provide an easy method of public transportation across the city.
November 8, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Play
Winter events to enjoy in Charlotte
Make the most of the holiday season with this list of the best local events and activities happening this winter.
November 8, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Culture
CLTtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 8, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Iconic sculpture, The Firebird, celebrates 15 years in Uptown
The Firebird is known to be one of the most Instagrammable spots in Uptown.
October 31, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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City
Touring paranormal destinations in Charlotte
From historical cemeteries to haunted hotels, stories of paranormal activity abound across the Queen City.
October 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
Annual Día de Muertos Festival to draw thousands
The 20th annual Día de Muertos Festival boasts activities, live music, and a celebration of deep-rooted tradition.
October 29, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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The PGA Championship set to tee off at Charlotte’s Quail Hollow Club
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City
Small Business Week: What makes Charlotte’s small business scene special?
We asked the question, and small business owners across the Queen City answered.
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City
I-485 express lanes to be complete by winter 2025
Once complete, the $346 million project in southern Mecklenburg County will add a toll lane in each direction between I-77 and Independence Boulevard + new interchanges and widened roads.
May 5, 2025
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Small Business Week: four wellness spaces to visit
There’s no shortage of ways to unwind from the workweek, from yoga classes to hydrotherapy, there’s bound to be a relaxing visit in your future.
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