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A large mass of people walking between buildings at the Yiasou Greek Festival.
Festivals
Don’t miss the Yiasou Greek Festival
The 46th annual Yiasou Greek Festival is filled with live performances, dancing, Greek cuisine, and more.
September 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A plane flys over palm trees in a clear sky.
Airports and Transportation
✈️ 3 wildly cheap flights out of Charlotte Douglas in 2024
Check out some of the year’s cheapest flights leaving our local airport.
September 5, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Carolina Panthers fans gather for a pep rally.
Events
Roaring Riot prepares for “roaring” Panthers season
The energetic fanbase seeks to further unite and grow the Carolina Panthers community, no matter how far the distance.
September 4, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Firefighters climb the steps of Truist Field with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Events
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb returns to Charlotte
The annual climb commemorates the fallen first responders of the September 11 terror attacks with every step.
September 4, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A group of people talking at a long table in a community space.
City
Nonprofit aims to develop Nations Ford corridor
Transforming Nations Ford is calling on the City of Charlotte for investment and support in building community space.
September 3, 2024
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A black and white photo of Martin Luther King Jr. at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
History
When Martin Luther King Jr. visited Charlotte
The civil rights leader visited the Queen City several times and spoke at Johnson C. Smith University.
January 15, 2026
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A yellow cocktail with a foamed top and dried lemon wedge floating on top next to a candle.
Play
25 spots to grab a drink after work
On the rocks, neat, dirty, frozen, or zero proof — we’re spilling the Long Island iced tea on the best spots to grab a drink after work in Charlotte.
January 14, 2026
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A rendering of a windowed community hub by a road bridge and rail trail.
Development
Market on Morehead to become a community hub in South End
Morehead Street will have a community hub for gourmet eats, cocktails, and live entertainment by mid-March 2026.
January 12, 2026
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Quarterback Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan celebrate on the football field.
Sports
Carolina Panthers’ playoff run reignites Charlotte’s pride
A breakout season, record-setting plays, and a return to the postseason gave the Queen City plenty to cheer about — and restored belief in the team’s future.
January 12, 2026
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The exterior of an acai, smoothie, and juice bar.
Food
South Block opens first location in South Charlotte
The Ballantyne shop will be the first of two South Block locations coming to the Queen City in 2026.
January 9, 2026
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A rendering of a long bar with a gold-framed portrait hanging above.
Small Business
Coffee and cocktail bar to open in Plaza Midwood
Plot Twist aims to be the “cool older sister” behind Trope Bookshop, offering all-day coffees, cocktails, and a hangout space in the community.
January 8, 2026
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An exterior photo of Blumenthal's Belk Theater in Uptown, with a skyscraper in the background.
Arts
Blumenthal Arts expands Charlotte’s art scene with immersive experiences
The nonprofit organization aims to broaden its offerings by becoming a launching place for immersive experiences to attract all audiences.
January 8, 2026
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The Charlotte skyline in the background of a water fountain and park.
Culture
Pack up: People are moving to Charlotte from these US cities
U-Haul rolled out info on 2025 moving trends — and now you just might know a little more about your new neighbors.
January 7, 2026
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