Things To Do

Everyone’s favorite party locale, the Duke Mansion, will transform into an underwater dream on Saturday, October 25th, where mermaids will reign and sea kings will dance at their annual Preservation Society party. Staged in one of Charlotte’s most beautiful venues, this annual costume party is a scoop-girls favorite evening, and certainly one of the more […]

Fall is in full swing this weekend, and Charlotte is packed with ways to celebrate! From the Renaissance Festival and pumpkin patches to a Taylor Swift-themed brunch, festive pop-up bars, fall movie nights, markets, Oktoberfests, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 Harry Potter Pop Up Bar […]

From bratwurst and craft beer to stein holding and keg rolling, we may not be in Germany, but the QC is determined to give us an Oktoberfest that makes us feel like we are. Read below for your guide to all the festivities this Oktober, conveniently organized by date. We’ll keep adding to these as […]

The last weekend of summer is here! Say goodbye to the season with a variety of fun options. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 SouthPark After 5Thursday, September 18, 5 – 9pSouthPark After 5 is back from September 4th through October 9th, 2025 bringing free live music, food trucks and drinks, and hands-on art […]

Wondering where and when to see peak fall color for your leaf-peeping this year? Mid to Late October is your best bet, and we’ve got the scoop. Peak Fall Foliage Predictor Map 2025 Every year SmokeyMountains.com puts together a helpful interactive map to show the leaf color progression by week, starting in September and going through […]

Temperatures may be cooling, but Charlotte’s weekends are heating up! This weekend, dive into fall fun with the launch of Mecktoberfest, Scarowinds, Oktoberfests, and more. Plus, check out shopping markets, home tours, a block party, Broadway After Dark, and plenty of other happenings around town. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 $1.50 Oyster Happy […]

The first weekend of September is here, and summer is winding down in style. Fill your calendar with a mix of festivals, shopping markets, the return of Alive After 5, dueling pianos, fundraisers, speed dating, and more, all happening in Charlotte this weekend. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Charlotte International Arts FestivalSeptember 1 […]

It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through August and fall is just around the corner. Squeeze the most out of one of the last weekends of summer with line dancing, a 5K run, brunch with princesses, some of Charlotte’s best tacos, the grand opening of a new milkshake shop, and more. THINGS […]

Your Fall & Winter 2025 Gala Calendar has arrived… Hot off the press is your guide to lots of dancing, dinners, and charitable causes waiting to be attended. From masquerade balls and fashion shows to special guests and even a party you can bring your dog to, our social calendar is officially gala’d up. September […]

The inaugural Rock the Cause for MISSION 34 on February 1st last winter raised $370,000 to further the work of eliminating the stigma surrounding mental illness. Tickets to the event sold out in one day, literally in hours. Held at The Big Chill, Rock the Cause was a new event for the locally created non-profit […]

5Ks, Fun Runs, 1 Milers, Trail Runs, Bicycle Races, Charity Walks, Kid Kilos… When we say there’s a walk for everyone, we mean it! Now get outside, get some steps in, and most importantly — go do some good. Find your guide to pre-registrations, sign-ups, race locations, and more below. August Walks & Runs National […]

While we’re crossing our fingers for sunny skies, there’s plenty to enjoy indoors if the weather doesn’t cooperate. This weekend, rate Charlotte’s best burgers, prep for back-to-school, attend Charlotte Pride Festival, celebrate the 90’s, run a Beer Mile, and more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 The Book of MormonAugust 12 – 17The Tony […]