Simpson’s Produce always produces a variety of fruits and vegetables. | Photo by CLTtoday
Get your reusable shopping bags, it’s prime time to load up on fresh, local peaches. We’re highlighting a few farmers markets where you can find the juiciest fruit.
Imogene and the Box Car Band | 7:30-10 p.m. | The Evening Muse | $20+ | Sway to original songs and covers that are rooted in country, folk, and rock.
Crossroads Cinema: “The Dark Knight” | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Ford Green | Free+ | Grab a pizza or empanada at nearby food stalls before catching Batman’s fight against the Joker on the big screen.
Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls | 7:04 p.m. | Truist Field | $27+ | Your Friday night is sure to be a homerun after the game, good food, and a fireworks show.
Listen to Her Heart: The Tom Petty Experience | 7:30-9:20 p.m. | Carolina Theatre | $28+ | You’ll be “Free Fallin’” during this ultimate tribute show showcasing the singer’s discography.
“Ain’t Too Proud” | 8 p.m. | Belk Theatre | $46+ | It’s opening night for the smash-hit that follows The Temptations’ journey from Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Saturday, July 19
Charlotte Running Club | 7-10 a.m. | Park Road Park | Free | Stretch your legs as runners take the Little Sugar Creek Greenway trails to train for the Around the Crown 10K.
Country Fest Brunch 2025 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Sycamore Brewing | $35 | Savor an all-you-can-eat brunch with a mimosa bar and country music as your Saturday soundtrack.
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen | 8:45-10 p.m. | Great Aunt Stella Center | $39+ | You won’t “want to break free” from this stellar tribute on strings.
Sunday, July 20
Silent Book Club Brunch Edition | 9:30-11 a.m. | That’s Novel Books | Free | Bring your coffee and book to read alongside new friends.
Hikers enjoying the view from Emerald Outback at Beech Mountain. | Photo courtesy Todd Bush
We’re officially in the dog days of Carolina summer. If you need a break from the heat + humidity, Beech Mountain is just a quick trip north and has average daily temps below 80 degrees, with nights in the 50s.
Soccer fans will flock to Bank of America Stadium as it hosts the 2026 MLS All-Star Game.
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Sports
It’s official. Charlotte FC will host the MLS All-Star Game at Bank of America Stadium in July 2026, solidifying the city’s growing soccer status. This marks a major win after recently hosting two big summer events — the FIFA Club World Cup and Copa América. We’ll have the full story in tomorrow morning’s newsletter.
Coming Soon
ESO Artisanal Pasta will open at Optimist Hall on Friday, Aug. 8. The husband-and-wife team will serve an assortment of dishes, like arancini (fried risotto balls), meatballs, and Sicilian fried chicken.
Announced
La Bonbonniere Bakery is opening a second spot in Uptown. Expected to open in September, the new location at The Alley at Latta Arcade will serve as its official cookie lab + will operate with extended hours.
Plan Ahead
The third annual Festival Colombiano returns to uptown Saturday, July 19, with live music, dance performances, Colombian cuisine, and artisan markets. It’s one of many events we’ve been planning for this month. (WCNC)
Biz
Charlotte nonprofits are growing their resources by using artificial intelligence by Apparo, a local organization that trains local groups to integrate AI into their operations. Over the last six years, Apparo has worked with 80 nonprofits. (WCNC)
Eat
Looking for an easy lunch for the office?Sweet Lew’s BBQ introduced “Lunch on Lew” — a weekly initiative delivering free barbecue lunches to businesses across Charlotte. Local offices can apply for lunches, which feed up to six people.
Shop
It’s Christmas in July — tickets are on sale now for the 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show. The annual event will pack The Park Expo and Conference Center from Thursday, Nov. 13, through Sunday, Nov. 23. Fun fact: it’s the largest holiday show in North America.
Listen
The Panthers picked a pair of All-SEC pass rushers who have become fast friends. How will that stack up on the field? Go beyond the practice field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Today is National Peach Ice Cream Day. One way to celebrate: head over to Springs Farm Market in Fort Mill, SC. They serve homemade peach soft serve that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
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