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Crowds gather for an outdoor concert to see performers on a stage during the Cheerwine Festival.
Festivals
Cheerwine Festival to return May 2025
The annual festival celebrating the iconic Cheerwine soft drink is a major economic driver for Rowan County.
January 16, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A crowd of people in a busy street lined with vendors.
Festivals
Charlotte Pride Festival to move to First Ward Park
The annual Pride weekend promises more space for vendors, artists, and activities.
January 15, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A bottle of wine is being poured into a wine glass atop a decorated table.
Bars
Raise your glass for the Spanish Wine Trade Show
The taste of Spain arrives in the Queen City for a one-day wine showcase.
January 14, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An artist's rendering depicting the interior of a sportsbook lounge with a massive screen with sports playing on the monitors.
Sports
New sports lounge coming to South End this spring
Blinders Sports Lounge will offer an experience akin to a sportsbook, sports bar, and cocktail lounge.
January 14, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A construction site for the upcoming River District.
Development
Home construction to begin at The River District
The first phase of the new development will have 260+ single-family homes in Charlotte’s west side.
January 13, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Stevie Nicks performs a song on stage.
Events
New Charlotte music festival announces full artist lineup
Fans will see performances from Stevie Nicks, Post Malone, and The Chainsmokers.
February 23, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An empty Bank of America stadium with the Panthers and Charlotte FC logo on the megatron and the soccer goals on the field.
Sports
Charlotte FC to kick off its 2024 season
The Crown welcomes New York FC to Bank of America Stadium for the first time this year.
February 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Rendering shows Serve Pickleball + Kitchen and its six outdoor courts, a full parking lot and silver, rectangular building.
Sports
New pickleball complex coming to Lake Norman
The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen will open in Cornelius bringing food, drink and sports.
February 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Films productions in Charlotte
Arts
Cable series set to film in Charlotte this spring
Productions in the Queen City are gathering awards and A-list stars.
February 21, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A sizzling steak is served with butter and asparagus.
Food
Plan a sizzling date night in Charlotte
A Charlotte steakhouse was voted one of the country’s “most romantic” date spots.
February 21, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An iced coffee.
Business
Charlotte ranks high among hardest working cities
The survey ranked Charlotte by analyzing working hours and commitment to the workforce.
February 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Charlotte's Lo So End apartment construction
Real Estate
What’s growing in The Garten?
An $80 million construction loan was secured for the Charlotte property.
February 20, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
The former Duke Energy building glows green in the evening light surrounded by other Uptown Charlotte skyscrapers.
Real Estate
A new sign is about to light up the Charlotte skyline
The Charlotte City Council zoning commission approved adding Wells Fargo to its building in Uptown.
February 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Airports and Transportation
Federal funding aims to help Charlotte’s airport soar
How millions invested in airport experience will affect your trip.
February 20, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A plate of burrata next to glasses of bloody marys and a brass lamp on a glossy wood table at El Puro Cuban Restaurant in Charlotte, NC
Where to eat during Charlotte Restaurant Week
Queen’s Feast arrives in late January.
January 9, 2024
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Gabe Guarente