Football season returns to the Queen City in August. | Photo via Charlotte Knights
August is right around the corner, and weâre helping you attend some of the biggest events taking place this month in the Queen City.
Psst... donât forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
Sports
Carolina Panthers vs. Cleveland Browns | Friday, Aug. 8 | 7 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $12+ | Itâs time to fill the Panther den as preseason football kicks off.
Dukes Mayo Classic | Friday, Aug. 29 | 7 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $75+ | Cheer on App State or UNC Charlotte when this annual early-season game dominates Uptown.
Charlotte Pride boasts a long list of live entertainment, music, and memories.
Photo by Mike Mazely via Charlotte Pride
Seasonal Events
Panthers Fan Fest | Saturday, Aug. 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $5+ | Fan Fest returns to the Queen City, promising a close look at the Panthersâ progress on the field, live entertainment, and a thrilling fireworks show.
Charlotte Pride Festival and Parade | Saturday, Aug. 16-Sunday, Aug. 17 | 12 p.m. | Free+ | Prepare for a day of live entertainment, shopping, and community before visiting on Sunday for the annual pride parade â it steps off at 1 p.m.
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2025 Leagues Cup Phase 1: Charlotte FC vs. FC Juarez | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $24+ | The Crown will kick to defend home turf and secure a victory as they battle FC JuĂĄrez in the Leagues Cup showdown.
Friday, Aug. 1
Sips In the Sky: A Rooftop Party | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Royal Tot | $13+ | Sip cocktails while dancing to afrobeat, hip hop, and R&B jams.
First Friday Gallery Crawl | 5-8:30 p.m. | Dilworth Artisan Station | Free | Peruse the works of local and international artists while strolling between South Endâs art galleries.
Tribute Fest | 6-9 p.m. | Walter Y. Elisha Park, Fort Mill, SC | Free+ | Jam to the hits from the â80s and â90s.
Saturday, Aug. 2
University Farmers Market | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Shoppes at University Place | Free | Soak up the sun during this outdoor vendors market in the heart of University City.
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Imagine skating around Eastland Mallâs indoor ice rink on opening day.
Photo via Charlotte Observer Archives within Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
History
Where were you at 10 a.m. on July 30, 1975? Thatâs when Eastland Mall opened, welcoming Charlotteans to indoor ice skating, department stores, and dining before closing in 2010. To commemorate what would have been the mallâs 50th anniversary, Eastland businesses are hosting giveaways through Sept. 17.
Active
Registration opens tomorrow, Aug. 1, for the 18th annual CLT Runway 5K. Runners will race on airport runways + taxiways â right beside planes taking off and landing. Proceeds from the 5K go to Airport Opportunity Scholarships with Central Piedmont Community College.
Opening
Charlotte-based La Michoacana Taqueria y Tortilleria is opening a second location along Norman Station Boulevard in Mooresville in late August. The restaurant promises âthe best tacos al pastor,â tortas, pupusas, and handmade corn tortillas. An exact opening date is TBA. (The Charlotte Observer)
Coming Soon
Uchi, the renowned sushi spot by James Beard award-winning chef Tyson Cole, is eyeing an early 2026 opening in Plaza Midwood. Itâll join the Commonwealth development at Central and Pecan avenues. Psst... several more businesses are on the horizon. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Transit
Construction on the I-77 express lanes from Uptown to the South Carolina state line will likely begin in 2030, and cost $3.2 billion. The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization approved the expansion last fall, utilizing a mix of private and taxpayer funding. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Edu
The Clover School District is adding three new schools â an elementary, middle, and high school â to accommodate rapid expansion in York County. The district will present preliminary boundary maps in late August, with community meetings planned for September. The new schools are scheduled to open in the 2026-2027 school year. (WCNC)
State
Starting this fall, the South Carolina DMV will issue new driverâs licenses and identification cards with new security features, including laser engraving + fraud protection. The new design features the State House, palmetto tree, crescent, yellow jessamine, Carolina wren, and a loggerhead sea turtle. (WCNC)
Civic
More than 2,000 bus stops could be improved if the Mecklenburg County sales tax increase for transit is approved. The proposed tax hike would also fund new light rail lines and frequent bus service. A public hearing on the billâs language is scheduled for Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. (WSOC)
Number
38,000. Thatâs how many backpacks were funded and filled with school supplies by the David and Nicole Tepper Foundation, marking the largest backpack contribution to local nonprofit, Classroom Central. Through the Backpacks and Basics program, more than 52,000 students will have the tools to succeed this school year.
Sports
Will Tidjane Salaun see more playing time during training camp following Josh Greenâs surgery recovery? Go beyond the court for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornetswith Locked Onâs daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Shop
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Older Adults
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Health
Not all moles are harmless â spotting the signs early can save your life. Dermatologists recommend the ABCDE tool. If a mole looks uneven, changes, or stands out, itâs time to get it checked. Learn what to look for and when to take action.*
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Phew, itâs hot out there. Thankfully, the heat wave is heading out. One way Iâve stayed chill is by enjoying some ice cream in the form of milkshakes, thanks to Milkshake Factory, which is now open in Uptown. If youâre looking for a cold treat, here are some places sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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