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84º | 20% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:00 a.m. | Sunset 7:41 p.m.
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Editor’s Note
CLTtoday is hitting the ground running this Saturday morning — with a blockbuster weekend of events, like the Yiasou Greek Festival or the Duke’s Mayo Classic kicking off tonight at Bank of America Stadium + fantastic fall-like weather. Step outside today. We promise you won’t be sorry.
 
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A packed Bank of America stadium with the Uptown skyline in the background.

Football season in Charlotte is back with Duke’s Mayo Classic |
A college football showdown is happening tonight in Uptown when the Tennessee Volunteers battle the NC State Wolfpack.

An illustration of a building with a sign that reads "The Infinite."

Construction underway on Blume Studios | The new creative hub by Blumenthal Arts will feature free and ticketed events in the former Charlotte Pipe and Foundry space.

Carolina Panthers fans gather for a pep rally.

Roaring Riot prepares for “roaring” Panthers season | The energetic fanbase seeks to further unite and grow the Carolina Panthers community, no matter how far the distance.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • International Vulture Awareness Day | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Carolina Raptor Center | $0-$16 | Learn what makes “nature’s clean-up crew” special to the ecosystem + anyone bald gets in free.
  • Yiasou Greek Festival | Saturday, Sept. 6 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral | $5 | One of Charlotte’s beloved annual traditions returns with authentic Greek cuisine, live music, dancing, wine tastings, art, and shopping.
  • City Kitch Food Truck Rally | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | City Kitch | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music + fresh eats from a variety of chefs using Charlotte’s co-working kitchen.
  • SuperMotocross World Championship Playoffs | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 2:30 p.m. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | $35+ | See the top riders compete from the Monster Energy AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross Championship.
  • Fondo Bike Charity Ride | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 7:30-8 a.m. | Downtown Mooresville | Free | Cycle through the heart of Mooresville while benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention + Top of Lake Rotary Club.
Plan Ahead
  • Ribbon Cutting - Coffee Republic Cornelius | Monday, Sept. 9 | 1-2 p.m. | Coffee Republic | Free | Celebrate the official grand opening of this Mooresville-based coffee shop.
  • Taste of the Panthers | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | Bank of America Stadium | 6:30 p.m. | $128+ | Mix and mingle with Panthers players and legends for an evening of gourmet food, wine provided by Gallo, and great entertainment.
  • Charlotte Knights vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 6:35 p.m. | Truist Field | $19-$73 | Spend the weeknight enjoying baseball + bring your dogs for “Bark in the Ballpark.”
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News Notes
Civic
  • Charlotte City Council is considering contributing an additional $11 million to construct Eastland Yards. Council already allocated $30 million for the sports complex at the former Eastland Mall. It’s expected to have indoor basketball, volleyball, and pickleball facilities. City Council will vote on Monday. (WBTV)
Edu
  • Student performance at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools improved in the 2023-2024 school year. The district released its report card, which shows 108 schools earned a grade of A, B, or C — up from 103 from the 2022-2023 report. (WCNC)
Announced
  • A new sushi restaurant is coming to south Charlotte. Oshen will open at Colony Place in October. It’s the latest venture from Garcia Hospitality Group, the team behind Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant Yunta. Expect sushi, hibachi, and non-seafood items.
Travel
  • European vacation, anyone? Charlotte Douglas International Airport announced nonstop flights via American Airlines to Athens, Greece starting in June 2025. Tickets go on sale Monday, Sept. 9. The seasonal service will run June-September 2025.
Open
  • Sea Grill is now serving up upscale seafood dishes and cocktails in Queen City Quarter. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Pets
  • Looking for a new best friend? WCNC is asking you to consider adopting an animal in need of a forever home or donating towards the “Clear the Shelters” campaign. (WCNC)
Sports
  • How will the Panthers perform in Dave Canales’ debut this Sunday in New Orleans? Go beyond the field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Legacy
  • It takes a village, as they say. As proud Charlotteans, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died.
 
City Guide

⛰️ Take a hike (literally)

Hiking and nature walk guide for Charlotte
A flight of wooden stairs ascends up a hill into a forest of thick trees and foliage.
South Mountains State Park in Burke County offers prominent hiking trails 60 miles outside Charlotte. | Photo by CLTtoday
From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic mountain vistas and lush waterfalls, our city has so many options to hit the trail. So lace up your hiking boots, because we’ve compiled a hiking guide for the Charlotte area with routes and trails to help you plan your next adventure.

Note: While parks and trails may be listed as open, we recommend checking park websites before visiting for further info, current trail conditions, and safest practices for the area.

Key: Easy = 🥾| Moderate = 🥾🥾 | Hard = 🥾🥾🥾

US National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte

The world’s premier outdoor center stretched across 1,300 acres offers numerous hiking trails — from paths astride the Catawba River to off-leash destinations for you and your dog.
  • Difficulty: 🥾 to 🥾🥾🥾
  • Length: Trails range from 1.6 miles - 42.1-mile loops
  • Wheelchair accessible: Portions
  • Pet-friendly: Yes
Crowders Mountain State Park, 522 Park Office Ln., Kings Mountain

Crowders Mountain State Park boasts two mountain peaks with magnificent views of the surrounding Piedmont. Trails provide challenging hikes and towering cliffs.
  • Difficulty: 🥾 to 🥾🥾🥾
  • Length: 0.8-mile - 20-mile loop
  • Wheelchair accessible: Portions
  • Pet-friendly: Yes
14 more spots to explore
 
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