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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.
August 06, 2025 02:53 PM
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Maria Adnado
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Arts
Get to know the performers in Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker
The annual ballet at Belk Theater has provided holiday magic for decades.
November 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Headliners announced for 2025 Lovin’ Life Music Festival
Gwen Stefani, Dave Matthews Band, and Benson Boone will take the stage during the three-day festival taking over Uptown May 2-5, 2025.
November 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Sports
Tickets on sale for Uptown’s upcoming collegiate outdoor hockey games
Three of the four scheduled games will take place Nov. 21-23 when six university teams shred the ice at Truist Field.
November 14, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Tourism and Hospitality
Historic hotel celebrates 95 years in Uptown
The Dunhill Hotel is hosting several events to celebrate its historic standing among a growing landscape.
November 12, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
The Southern Christmas Show returns to Charlotte
Shop from 400+ vendors for gifts, treats, and holiday décor in North America’s largest holiday show.
November 11, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
Discovery Place Science to open exhibition honoring Dr. Jane Goodall
“Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall” takes guests through a journey Dr. Goodall’s life and legacy while working in Africa.
November 11, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Basketball
Spectrum Center to become electric during Ally Tipoff doubleheader
The women’s basketball tournament will feature powerhouse South Carolina vs. NC State.
November 7, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Downtown Boone in the winter season with Christmas decorations hanging from the street lights.
Play
Hit the road: Where to go in Boone, NC
As you hit the road to the mountains this fall and winter, things may look a little different. However, the Town of Boone says it is welcoming visitors as the community recovers from Hurricane Helene.
November 5, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Sports
Charlotte FC to play in historic, first-ever home playoff game
The team will face Orlando City SC in a best-of-three playoff series as part of the Audi 2024 MLS Cup.
October 31, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Culture
Charlotte native finds success as Young Tina in “TINA - The Tina Turner Musical”
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Sports
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Carolina Theatre to screen summer blockbuster series
The Carolina Theatre’s “Lost Years Summer Blockbuster Series” will feature the return of hit ‘80s films to the big screen.
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