Parks and Recreation

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Parks and Recreation
Plans growing for east Charlotte’s Eastland Park
The 4.5-acre urban park will feature walking trails, covered picnic space, a playground, sprayground, and dog park.
October 23, 2025 02:18 PM
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Maria Adnado
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Development
New Mint Hill park to open in September
The 91-acre park is expected to have several pickleball and basketball courts, a playground, splashpad, and plenty of parking.
August 7, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Events
National Night Out events rescheduled due to rain
The annual events bring communities together to meet local law enforcement and share resources + are free to attend.
August 5, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Play
Where to play pickleball in Charlotte
Playing pickleball in Charlotte is easy when you stop by one of these local indoor and outdoor courts, including Mecklenburg County courts and more.
August 1, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Travel and Outdoors
Why Ballantyne is thriving, according to developers
The developers behind Ballantyne’s expansive natural space share why it’s an amenity that keeps the neighborhood growing.
June 30, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Make the most of Charlotte’s longest day
Enjoy the most of what the Queen City has to offer during the longest day of 2025.
June 17, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Travel and Outdoors
Get your steps in on Ballantyne’s greenway trails
Ballantyne’s residents and visitors have over 20+ miles of walking and bike paths, including the Carolina Thread Trail and Fit Trail.
June 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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City
What we learned walking the SouthPark Loop
CLTtoday walked the three-mile urban trail in the heart of SouthPark, known as “The Loop,” to learn its history and exciting future ahead.
May 23, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
Catch a free concert around the Queen City
Summertime brings many free concerts you can attend + enjoy an evening outdoors.
May 21, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Travel and Outdoors
Plan a boat trip around Charlotte
Check a lake day off your summer bucket list by visiting these boating spots around the Queen City.
May 20, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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City
20 miles of greenways under construction in Mecklenburg County
From new greenway paths welcoming nature-lovers to upcoming trails under construction, there’s no slow-down in sight for Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation.
April 25, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Food
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Sports
Is table tennis having a moment? Try it for yourself in Charlotte
Move aside pickleball, there’s a new racket sport in town.
March 23, 2026
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Blinders Sports Lounge celebrates first anniversary with new menu
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