Trope Bookshop, 1516 Lyon Ct.
If you haven’t visited this romance-only bookstore, here’s your sign. The shop is celebrating with an author signing, a food truck, and other special guests.
Park Road Books, 4139 Park Rd.
Providing a literary escape since 1977, this longstanding store will host two author signings + meet the store dog named Yola.
Troubadour Booksellers, 1721 Sardis Rd. N., Ste. 7C
This independent bookshop in South Charlotte is celebrating the day with exclusive merch, special edition signed books, and events.
That’s Novel Books, 330 Camp Rd.
This store was opened by self-proclaimed book nerd, Alyssa Pressler, with the goal to share a love of literacy with the Queen City.
Editor’s note: Most of these stores are also taking part in the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl. The event ends Wednesday, April 30.
A. “The Queen of Hearts” by Kimmery Martin B. “Hornet’s Nest” by Patricia Cornwell C. “The Notebook” by Nicholas Sparks D. “Pretty Poison” by Joyce and Jim Lavene
Tuck Fest 2025 | Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | US National Whitewater Center | $12+ | Celebrate the outdoors with live competitions, music, and vendors.
Book Signing with Brian Hester | 12-3 p.m. | That’s Novel Books | Cost of purchase | Meet the Charlotte author as he promotes his new book about a young Black woman’s obsession with fly fishing.
Pickin’ on the Porch | 2-4 p.m. | Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, Belmont | Cost of purchase | Jam to live music at the garden’s Trailhead Store.
World Burlesque Day at Bar One Lounge Uptown | 5 p.m. | Bar One Lounge Uptown | Cost of purchase | Savor themed drinks and food while watching a show celebrating World Burlesque Day.
Charlotte FC vs. New England Revolution | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $47+ | Cheer on the Crown as they look to score their sixth consecutive win at home.
Sunday, April 27
BOOM Charlotte | 12 p.m. | The Shoppes at University Place | Free | Celebrate Charlotte’s art scene during this visual arts showcase.
Spring 2025 Mimosa Market | 12-4 p.m. | SouthBound | Cost of purchase | Shop from local vendors while sipping mimosas with friends.
2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards | 6-9 p.m. | The Revelry | $125+ | Celebrate the achievements of local sustainability leaders over dinner and an awards presentation.
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South Mountains State Park in Burke County offers prominent hiking trails 60 miles outside Charlotte. | Photo by CLTtoday
Today is Trails Day — an annual distinction given to the fourth Saturday in April to honor America’s trail systems.
From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic mountain vistas and lush waterfalls, here’s our list to Charlotte’s hiking trails.
Note: We recommend checking park websites before visiting for operating hours, current trail conditions, and safest practices for the area.
The greenway operates a trail system 36 miles long, featuring a pristine scenery of wildflowers, bird-watching opportunities, and access to Lake Haigler.
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One of my favorite places to hike is DuPont State Recreational Forest. A couple of years ago, my wife and I took our dogs for a picnic by Lake Julia — the largest lake in the forest — and it was wonderful.
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