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🗓️ March mayhem
Charlotte FC’s new season kicks off this March. | Photo by CLTtoday
From the return of Major League Soccer in Uptown to the largest body of green water you may ever see, here’s a look at all the events happening in March. Psst... Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
Sports
Charlotte FC vs. Austin FC | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $26+ | Cheer on The Crown during the 2026 home opener in Uptown.
Seasonal + family-friendly
Green River Revival 2026 | Saturday, March 14 | 12 p.m.-12 a.m. | US National Whitewater Center | Free+ | Start the day with a green trail run before jamming to live music and watching the rapids turn green.
Active + outdoors
Run Jen Run 5K and Festival | Saturday, March 21 | 7 a.m. | TowneBank Symphony Park | $20+ | Celebrate Go Jen Go’s annual fundraiser with a race around SouthPark.
Guests explore touch tanks and dive shows at the South Carolina Aquarium, where coastal views and animal encounters make every moment memorable. | Photo provided by South Carolina Aquarium
From sea stars to sharks, there’s something for every ocean lover. Whether it’s a family outing or a laid-back coastal day, this spring break experience offers engaging moments for guests of all ages.
The last day to vote early is tomorrow, Feb. 28. Election Day is Tuesday, March 3, with voters determining races for US Senate, congressional contests, and state legislative seats. Don’t forget to check your registration status and bring your ID to vote.
Edu
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are proposing to overhaul the district’s magnet programs. The proposal would implement a new school choice transfer and lottery system, open a new STEM high school, and take effect during the 2027-2028 school year. A public hearing will be held May 12, with a vote on May 26. (The Charlotte Observer)
Sports
Charlotte FC is ready to score with $26 tickets for every home match this season. Ready to cheer for The Crown? The team’s home opener is Saturday, March 7, at 7:30 p.m. vs. Austin FC at Bank of America Stadium.
Announced
Talk about “midsummer madness.” Japanese singer, songwriter, and rapper Joji is bringing his “Solaris” tour to the Spectrum Center on Monday, June 29. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, March 6 at 10 a.m.
Real Estate
Former NASCAR driver Regan Smith listed his Lake Norman-area home for $6.5 million. The 4-bedroom Troutman home features a pool house, golf simulator, and covered dock for easy access to the water. It’s giving lakeside retreat.(WCNC)
State
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors voted to increase resident undergraduate tuition. The change will raise the system-wide tuition average from $4,684 to $4,809 in 2026-2027, affecting only new students. This is the first time tuition has increased in nine years.
Charlotte firefighter Bryan Battle will make his Professional Fight League debut next month. The fight against Johnny Eblen will be his first as a mixed martial artist headliner. The fight airs March 28 on ESPN2 and ESPN+ at 10 p.m. (WCNC)
Natural remedies for respiratory health are having a moment, but not every sip or supplement delivers. Before you brew that green tea, find out which remedies actually support your lungs and which are more hype than help. Here’s what works and what doesn’t.*
Beauty
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Real Estate
🏙️ Skyline views
Imagine swimming or waking up to skyline views. | Photo by Rico Marcelo Photography
The Vivian stands 42-stories tall, offering studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, plus retail on the first floor and MICHELIN-recommended Guard and Grace coming to its 10th floor this fall.
Fun fact: This apartment building is now the second-tallest residential building in the Carolinas.
Inside the apartments, residents will find floor-to-ceiling windows, designer kitchens, spa-like bathrooms, and oversized balconies. Community amenities include coworking spaces, a rooftop pool, a game lounge with a golf simulator, parking, and proximity to Uptown and South End. Did we mention skyline views?
Editor Maria, here. I have been following this project for years and can’t wait to see both Queensbridge towers completed by 2028.
It’s almost March — yay. But also, what should you wear? Here’s one complete outfit that can carry you through the sometimes chilly, sometimes temperate days of late winter, all under $150 while sales last:
It’s shaping up to be a busy year for you, Charlotte. Spring break is be approaching, and 40% of readers said they plan to travel internationally this year, 30% are staying within the US, and 25% are taking road trips. If you’re flying this year, we know a good place to start: our guide to Charlotte Douglas.
Did you see the big events this March? I’m so excited for the Green River Revival. I went last year and was floored by how many people were attending. My pro tip: Get to the Whitewater Center super early, so you’re not waiting in traffic for an hour (or more).
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