The Carolina Theatre is said to have a ghostly audience member residing in the balcony. | Photo via Foundation For The Carolinas
This Halloween, you don’t have to travel far in Charlotte to stumble upon some frightening places. We’re not just referring to I-277’s Exit 3A or the Dowd YMCA at 5 p.m.
While new development is abundant in the Queen City, there’s also no shortage of history. Time has revealed some scary stories that have become local lore.
Whether you’re ready to join the next ghost tour or stay far, far away, here are some of the city’s most haunted places.
Carolina Theatre — A pesky ghost named “Fred” is rumored to be spotted gazing down from the balcony and is blamed for lights mysteriously going out. Let’s hope Fred sticks around after renovations are finished.
Founders Hall — Legend has it, medical students snuck into a Salisbury cemetery in the late 1800s to steal the body of a young woman named Louise. Her spirit is said to be trapped in Founders Hall.
Old Settler’s Cemetery in Uptown holds the graves of many of Charlotte’s prominent early settlers.
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Old Settler’s Cemetery — The city’s earliest settlers rest here, including Charlotteans like Nathaniel Alexander, Thomas Polk, and William Davidson. The most recent burial was in 1878.
Dunhill Hotel — Constructed in 1929 as “Mayfair Manor,” construction workers discovered a human skull in the basement in 1988. The mystery of who the bones belonged to has never been solved.
The Fourth Ward’s Bootlegger House contains hidden rooms used to hide black market alcohol during Prohibition.
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Bootlegger House — This Fourth Ward landmark used to hide black market alcohol during Prohibition. The owner claims many cases of paranormal activity have happened here, like hearing footsteps, chairs leaning on two legs, and a figure of a man in a raincoat and hat suddenly appearing.
Ri Ra Irish Pub — Ghosts abound in Uptown’s second-oldest building, including men with thick Irish accents and a girl dressed in Victorian clothing writing the alphabet on the entry way bricks.
Scary, huh?Shoot us a note, and let us know where you think is the most haunted place in Charlotte.
Halloween Sip & Stroll | 5-10 p.m. | Sip City Market & Bottle Shop | $22 | Enjoy the “spirits” while strolling Plaza Midwood in your best costume.
Java Band: Motown and R&B through the Decades | 6:30 p.m. | Middle C Jazz Club | $45 | Experience musical performances spanning decades and genres + craft cocktails and small plates.
UNC Charlotte 49ers Football vs. Tulane | 7:30 p.m. | Jerry Richardson Stadium | $12+ | Spend Halloween with Niner Nation in a nationally-televised match-up.
Charlotte FC Home Playoff Match | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $20+ | The Crown hosts Orlando City in the team’s first-ever home playoff match.
Saturday, Nov. 2
2024 Drop Dead 5K | 9 a.m. | Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery | $45 | Join the spooky sprint benefiting the historic cemetery.
Mint Hill Hard Cider Festival | 1-5 p.m. | Pour 64, Mint Hill | $25 | Join an afternoon of cider tasting, food trucks, and live music.
Whiskey Wine And Fire Festival | 4-9 p.m. | Ballantyne’s Backyard | $59 | Have fun at this exclusive foodie celebration with whiskey, cocktails, food, and live music.
The Banner Elk community affected by Helene will receive free medical care thanks to mobilization by North Rapid Response and StarMed Healthcare. The first site available is at Grandfather RV at 125 Profile View Rd. Patients can walk up but reservations are encouraged.
Announced
Starting tomorrow, five North Carolina State Parks will start welcoming visitors again. These parks include Crowders Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, and Lake Norman. (WCNC)
Health
Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital is adding 44 beds to its pediatric ICU — doubling capacity. The current pediatric ICU serves up to 1,600 kids each year. This expansion will allow that care to grow. (WSOC)
Opening
Shopping trip? Antique store MetroLion opens tomorrow at 10 a.m. at 11033 Carolina Pl., Pineville. Guests can browse 50,000 sqft brimming with unique treasures. A $5 entrance fee can be redeemed when you spend $25 or more downstairs at Southern Lion.
Family
The Charlotte Hornets debuted a newly-refurbished basketball court and park space at Druid Hills Park, in partnership with Lowe’s and Mecklenburg County. The court is now open to the public. Missed the ribbon cutting? Check out CLTtoday’s visit.
Concert
Middle C Jazz is celebrating its fifth anniversary with live performances tomorrow, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2. “Hitsville” will feature 60s classics honoring artists like Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and The Temptations. Tickets are now available.
Eat
Another Cook-Out is coming to Charlotte. The popular NC-based brand acquired a 1.25-acre property at 10820 Woodland Beaver Rd., near Albemarle Road. An opening date remains TBA. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Sports
QB Bryce Young will be starting in Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Can he bring the heat on the field? Go beyond the locker room for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Tech
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Job
We’re looking for a rising star media seller to be our Sales Executive in charge of National Brand Partnerships with a primary focus on sports newsletters. Apply to join the 6AM City team.
Health
Don’t let the flu ruin your holiday plans. Check out 5 ways to prepare for flu season, and see your primary care provider about getting a flu shot. (Don’t have a provider? Find one.)*
The Buy
The Buy
A three-pack of NIVEA’s cocoa butter in-shower body lotion — apply, rinse, and go to moisturize dry skin without adding another step to your routine.
A huge thank you to Superica, the Tex-Mex cuisine restaurant in Strawberry Hill for hosting City Editor Maria and I for “Superica Day of the Dead.” Lunch was delicious. Follow our Instagram for a full recap coming soon.”
