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Owl-O-Ween | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Carolina Raptor Center | $14 | Prepare for a hootin’ good time with costume contests, trick-or-treating on the trail, and a flyover show featuring native birds of prey.
Dessert Wars National Championship | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 3-7 p.m. | The Park Expo and Conference Center | $40+ | Treat your sweet tooth as 48 dessert vendors compete to make the most delicious dessert.
Morgan Wallen: One Night at a Time | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 6 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $65+ | We “Thought You Should Know” this country star will rock BofA Stadium.
Mt. Holly Lantern Parade | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Ida Rankin Elementary School, Mount Holly | Free | Watch 1,000+ hand-made lanterns illuminate the night sky.
Charlotte Chalk Art Festival| Sunday, Oct. 20 | 12-5 p.m. | NoDa Brewing Company, North End | Free |See a colorful competition between local and regional chalk art artists + food, music, and art activities for the kids.
Benson Boone | Monday, Oct. 21 | 8 p.m. | Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre | $129+ | Admire all the “Beautiful Things” while seeing the rising pop artist perform live.
Soul Pilates Fall Series | Tuesday, Oct, 22 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Urban District Market | $20 | Renew your body and mind while connecting with fellow pilates enthusiasts.
USHER: Past, Present, Future | Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | Spectrum Center | $50+ | Get ready to shout “Yeah!” when the pop icon takes the stage.
Early voting in North Carolina is now available. Same-day registration is available during the early voting period, which ends Saturday, Nov. 2. In South Carolina, early voting begins Monday, Oct. 21.
Biz
Two Charlotte breweries are celebrating after earning medals for their brews during the Great American Beer Festival. Pilot Brewing Co. won gold for its Pub Ale, and Resident Culture won gold in the Pale Non-Alcohol Beer category for its NARC IPA. By the way, check out a full guide on breweries across the Queen City. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Travel
Boone and Watauga counties are cautiously welcoming tourists for the fall season in the aftermath of Helene. The storm hit ahead of the High Country’s busiest season and top month for tourism spending. (WCNC)
Weather
Is it cold in here or is it just us? Regardless if you’re a fall-lover or not, you may be curious about what’s in store for Charlotte this season. Check out our fall weather outlook for predictions on what may be headed our way.
Plan Ahead
Speaking of fall. Our calendars are packed with events like hayrides at Carrigan Farms. Find more fun near you this season with our ultimate guide to Charlotte’s top happenings. We’ll see you there.
Number
$3.00. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in Charlotte right now. Read more about the cost of living in the Queen City, including the median household income, and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
Sports
The Panthers affirm Andy Dalton is still the go-to choice for starting quarterback. Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
City Guide
City Guide
🧘 Activities for older adults
Mecklenburg County regularly hosts senior fitness and wellness classes. | Photo via Grant Baldwin Photography
Navigating the bustle of South End, the Queen City’s demographic can feel skewed towards young business professionals. Despite young adults making up the largest group now calling Charlotte home, there is no shortage of activities or places to go for older adults to enjoy.
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Charlotteans.
Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation hosts fitness classes for adults 60+ ranging from gentle chair yoga to advanced hiking.
Want to pickle? Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation provides indoor and outdoor pickleball leagues.
There’s no wrong way to get fit. Your first step could be as easy as finding walking trails at a local park or exploring one of the Charlotte area’s easier hikes.
Calling all photography lovers. Be sure to bring your cameras for this weekend’s Carolina BalloonFest. The calm weather and the dozens of balloons should make for some fantastic shots.
