Things To Do

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 […]

This Fall Festivals Feature is Brought to You by the NC Apple Festival in Hendersonville over Labor Day Weekend. Your 2025 Fall Festival Calendar has arrived, and this year’s line-up will not disappoint. Beach, Brunch, Books, Wine, Oktoberfest, Yoga, Art Walks, Apples and more… Stay tuned for additional fun to come- we will be updating […]

We’re back from summer break and seriously, how is it August already?! This weekend, celebrate the Grand Opening of a new sports store, browse local markets, join the fun for National Pickleball Day, snap a photo with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, cool off at Lenny Boy’s Watermelon Fest, and more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, […]

It’s the first official weekend of summer, and Charlotte is ready to celebrate. Whether you’re soaking up sunshine at outdoor concerts, cooling off with cocktails at brewery parties, or browsing local markets, there’s plenty of fun on the calendar. This weekend, enjoy seafood boils, meet Craig Conover, celebrate pride with an Aerial Pride Party, learn […]

There’s something exciting happening for everyone in the Queen City this weekend. From Juneteenth celebrations and the return of the Queen Charlotte Fair to a Pride-themed shopping market, a hands-on cooking class, live music outdoors, and lots more—there’s no shortage of fun. Even a mahjong sip n shop next week! THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, […]

On October 23, 2025,  Shep Rose and Austen Kroll from Bravo’s Southern Charm will be in Charlotte for Carolina Charm – a one-night event benefitting fertility preservation programs through the Isabella Santos Foundation. The QC has never seen anything like it; think a Bravo-inspired, perfect girls’ night out, hosted by TV stars, complete with cocktails, confessionals, VIP […]