Get ready to sip from dozens of craft beers at Charlotte’s newest brew destination. | Photo via Distro beer Hub
Whether you’re looking for a new hangout or need somewhere to unwind, we’re here for you with this list of 70+ new spots to check out — and don’t miss our latest Restaurant Roundup for even more now-open and coming-soon eats.
Psst... if we missed your favorite spot, let us know and we’ll add them to the list.
October
Lowes Foods | The new grocery store has opened in Indian Land, SC, anchoring The Exchange — a mixed-use development along Highway 521 Costco.
September
Salt and Honey Co. | Formerly known as The Board Babe, the company will specialize in custom charcuterie boards, catering, Italian-inspired sandwiches, dips, and salads.
Glow Girl | Shop from permanent jewelry, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings + order a coffee, matcha, and wine at the store’s cafe, when it opens on Oct. 25.
Distro Beer Hub | Order from a variety of rotating beers at South End’s newest beer hall, housing four NC-based breweries.
Get your sushi fix: Yugenn is now open along Bland Street in South End. Expect to order elevated items like nigiri, rolls, sake, and cocktails. Plus, the restaurant will be open late and have live music.
Development
On Monday night, Charlotte City Council approved the lease agreement that will allow Tepper Sports & Entertainment to build a music venue adjacent to Bank of America Stadium. The venue will seat 4,400 people and does not require any additional funding. Construction is expected to wrap in 2029.
Opening
Poppycox will open its Optimist Hall location this Friday, Oct. 17. The food stall marks the popular food truck’s first brick-and-mortar spot. We’re excited to order Nashville hot chicken any day of the week.
Civic
City Council approved a plan to appoint members to a new Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, which would oversee Mecklenburg County transit. The city will select top applicants across nine categories and interview 27 candidates. Final votes are expected Nov. 24, pending the Nov. 4 transit tax outcome. (WCNC)
Try This
Volunteer registration is open for the 2026 Truist Championship coming to Quail Hollow Club on May 4-10. You could spend your days on the course, be a walking scorer, or assist players and fans. The registration fee is $135, and positions are first-come, first-served.
Active
Head to Uptown tomorrow to kick off the weekend. Charlotte Center City Partners launched Weekend Warmup, a free after-work series that transforms Romare Bearden Park into a destination for music, shopping, and live entertainment. The event takes place every Thursday in October, starting at 3 p.m.
Cause
Tickets are still available for Supperland’s Charlotte Family Meal, where you can savor a six-course dinner curated by 10 chefs from around Charlotte. The event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Giving Kitchen, which helps food service workers in crisis.
Drink
Wooden Robot Brewery is launching “Cosmic Ballet” next Wednesday, Oct. 22 — its annual Charlotte Craft Beer Week collaboration honoring late brewer Dan Wade. Grab a sip at Wooden Robot or most local breweries — proceeds go to the Dan Wade Memorial Scholarship for aspiring brewers at App State.
Plan Ahead
Get into the Halloween spirit by visiting The Great Halloween Costume Swap at the Innovation Barn, where you can trade gently used costumes for an outfit that’s “new to you.” Bonus: The event keeps textiles out of landfills. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Oct. 23 from 5 to 9 p.m. (WCNC)
Biz
Thanks to your nominations, the spotlight is on some truly amazing local businesses. We’re now gearing up for the voting phase of CLTtoday’s Best — sorting, organizing, and making sure everything’s ready to go. Mark your calendar: Voting opens Oct. 20.
Sports
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Tourism and Hospitality
👻 Local haunts
Ghost tour guides dress for the occasion, donning coats, suits, dresses + equipped with lanterns. | Photo via WCNC
As All Hallows Eve approaches, ghost tours are boo-king fast. Queen City residents and visitors are spending the evening hours learning — and getting scared — by the history of Charlotte’s ghosts.
Whether you believe in the supernatural or want to learn more about the city’s haunted stories, there are several tours ready to give you the 4-1-1.
Queen City Ghosts | $25 | Travel through Old Settler’s Cemetery to learn about some of the Queen City’s most notorious ghosts, like “Devil Charlie.”
Carolina Haunts and History | $15+ | Take a guided walking tour in Uptown via lantern light, visiting several landmarks and sites where departed inhabitants are said to linger.
Funny Bus Halloween Tours | $35+ | This tour through the Queen City is all about the funny, not the frights — enjoy a mix of haunted stories, seasonal trivia, and surprise drop-ins from Beetlejuice and Wednesday Addams.
Uptown’s Carolina Theatre is said to be haunted. What’s the ghost’s name and what do they do?
A. Bill — he laughs while in the wings. B. Daniel — he slams doors shut. C. Fred — he makes lights flicker. D. Mary — she moves makeup in the dressing rooms.
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Folia, a popular cocktail bar led by mixologist Bob Peters in South End, launched new bowls and cocktails for the fall season. My faves were the “anything but pumpkin spice” and “pirate’s pear” cocktails. Food wise, don’t sleep on the Cuban barbecue or the Nikkei bowls. Keep an eye on our Instagram for a full preview.
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