📜 How did the festival begin?

🖼️ What to expect

• Friday, Sept. 20, 4-9 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

🚗 Parking

• Friday Night Movies | Friday, Sept. 20 | 7-9 p.m. | Triple C Brewing Company | Cost of purchase | Grab a blanket and watch Tom Hanks’ “Big” on the patio.
• Augustana | Friday, Sept. 20 | 8 p.m. | Amos’ Southend | $20+ | Singer Dan Layus performs his “Something Beautiful Solo Tour” with guest Verygently.
• Pauly D | Friday, Sept. 20 | 9 p.m. | Trio | $55+ | Turn Friday night into a “Jerzday” as the “Jersey Shore” DJ handles the turntables.

• “Bluey’s Big Play” | Saturday, Sept. 21-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | Belk Theatre | $30+ | Bluey, Bingo, Bandit, and Chili take the stage for a day of family fun.
• Family Day | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bechtler Museum of Modern Art | Free | Check out the opening of “Clare Rojas: Past the Present” and see family-themed displays and entertainment.
• All My Friends Are Dogs | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 12-4 p.m. | Vaulted Oak Brewing | Free | This social mixer by Dog Wizard includes music by DJ Danielle Kharman, a photo booth, mobile grooming, and adoptable dogs.
• Truth or Dare Comedy | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 7-10 p.m. | Birdsong Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Comedians take your dares at this unplanned, laugh-filled show.
• Pink Pony Club Silent Disco | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing | $10+ | Grab headphones and join the “Femininomenon” as Chappell Roan-inspired music plays across multiple channels.

• Pop Up Artists Market | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 1-5 p.m. | The Mint Museum Randolph | Free | Explore and purchase art from a collection of 50 artists.
• Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 7 p.m. | Knight Theater | $35+ | The jazzy folk act performs with guests Heavy MakeUp featuring Edie Brickell, CJ Camerieri, and Trever Hagen.

• Fine dining restaurant Albertine is preparing to make its debut at Duke Energy Plaza Sunday, Sept. 22. The eatery will occupy a first-floor space and is decorated with artwork celebrating Charlotte’s history. It offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu with Southern influences. (The Charlotte Observer)

• Pop a bottle, Bliss & Blends has opened at 1811 Sardis Rd. N., Ste. 235. The wine-centric event space aims to provide interactive and educational experiences. It will be open for public events like wine bingo or yoga sessions, but can also be reserved for private functions.

• Metallica has extended their “M72 World Tour,” but for fans in Charlotte, nothing else matters except their Bank of America Stadium performance on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. (WCNC)

• The TGI Fridays at 12811 S. Tryon St. in southwest Charlotte has closed. Signage and fixtures are being removed from the location, despite listing the closure as temporary on its website. Fifth Third Bank is expected to take over the site with an anticipated opening in late 2025. (The Charlotte Observer)

• Mecklenburg County voted to put $550,000 towards improving four local golf courses — the Charles T. Myers, Dr. Charles Sifford, Sunset Hills, and Harry L. Jones courses. The funding will support improvements to sand traps, irrigation, paths, and drainage systems. (WSOC)

• Two former Carolina Panthers were named as first-time NFL Hall of Fame nominees. Linebacker Luke Kuechly and center Ryan Kalil, who both retired in 2019, are among 167 candidates for the Class of 2025. A screening committee will narrow the list to 50 nominees in mid-October. (WBTV)

• Have you noticed fewer playgrounds at schools? WCNC’s Sarah French examined ways weather can impact the safety of play equipment and how heat is encouraging schools to change their outdoor areas. (WCNC)

• “Time to rally with the Red Rifle #KeepPounding.” That’s the phrase written on a sign outside Dilworth Neighborhood Grille. If this head-turning statement doesn’t make sense, it’s referencing the Panthers’ decision to bench Bryce Young and make Andy “Red Rifle” Dalton their starting quarterback. (WBTV)

• Speaking of the Panthers, with Dalton as their starting quarterback, how are they expected to play going into this weekend’s game against the Oakland Raiders? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

• Introducing Jobs, our new virtual bulletin board featuring local job openings in all industries. It’s simple: Post your listing (it’s free for a limited time), and watch those applications roll in.

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• Prepare to be inspired during the 11th annual Young Professionals Mixer, happening next Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Lenny Boy Brewing Co. From 6-8 p.m., meet Charlotte’s leading arts and creative nonprofits, get involved + catch special performances (think: live music, art, theater, and dance). Learn more + snag tix.*

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