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Food
New and coming-soon restaurants in Charlotte
Dining in Charlotte is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way. From a classic hamburger to fine dining, bookmark this page to keep in the know about all the new restaurants coming to town.
April 28, 2026 03:34 PM
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Maria Adnado
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Development
A glimpse into CLT’s potential “Destination District”
Proposals offer a “a world-class front door for a world-class airport.”
May 2, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Live
Charlotte’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these Charlotte landmarks our Hollywood signs.
April 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
Your guide to Lovin’ Life Music Fest
From headliners, ticket links, and parking, here’s everything you need to know about the inaugural festival in Uptown.
April 29, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Savor traditional Japanese cuisine in Charlotte
This SouthPark restaurant practices the oldest form of Japanese cooking.
April 24, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Co-Owner of Birdsong Brewing, Tara Goulet, standing in front of tables, stools and a windowed wall with "Birdsong Brewing Co." above the windows.
Culture
The story behind Birdsong Brewing’s beer names
Birdsong Brewing has been quenching beer lovers’ thirst since 2011. But where do original names for the beer come from? It’s all about inspiration.
April 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Thousands of people pack the stands over a soccer field with the Uptown Charlotte skyline at night in the background.
Tourism and Hospitality
Charlotte experiencing ongoing tourism boom
Tourism boom credited to the city’s uptick in sports and large-scale events.
April 3, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Passengers walk in separate directions against a line of trees inside Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte airport predicts record spring break travel
Extra time and planning for the airport may help you avoid a turbulent trip.
March 25, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Food
New Uptown restaurant offers flavor from South of the border
Enjoy food, music, and atmosphere today at Dos Caminos.
March 21, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
The image of people riding a roller coaster against a bright, blue sky.
Entertainment
Fasten your seatbelts: Carowinds’ opening weekend is here
The amusement park returns on a weekend-only spring schedule.
March 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Go inside Charlotte’s largest privately-owned gym
With 40,000+ sqft of equipment and 24/7 access, this NoDa gym has become a community hub for anyone chasing their fitness goals.
October 2, 2025
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New app connects food lovers with social content in Charlotte
Troodie, a new social app built to connect foodies, content creators, and restaurants, just launched in the Queen City.
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City of Charlotte launches new ADU program
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Tune into these Halloween-themed movie series across Charlotte
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