Things to Do

Festival season is in full swing and the Charlotte area is buzzing with live music, great food and wine, Halloween-themed fun and more. Stock up on fall plants, enjoy the small town life and celebrate the season while doing good for our friends and neighbors this week in the Queen City. Thursday: Annual Plant Sale […]

It’s one of our favorite times of year — pumpkin picking season. We’ve rounded up the best you-pick pumpkin farms in and around Charlotte, organized by travel time at your convenience. Make a day trip out of it as many have fall themed activities perfect for the whole family. Hodges Farm 3900 Rocky River Rd […]

The colors of fall are starting to show and there’s nothing better than being outdoors in North Carolina with the crisp air and falling leaves. Stroll and sip wine for good, give blood and get a free lunch, celebrate local artists and more this week as we welcome another full calendar of events in the […]

Fall festivals are in full effect in the Queen City! Whether you like great wine, fancy yourself a foodie, enjoy trips back in time or spend your days in the great outdoors, there is something for you on our list. Celebrate diversity and culture in our community, parade around your four legged friend, check out […]

The temperature is finally cooling down, which calls for fall picnics outdoors. Fresh air, family, friends and food, what could be better? We have the scoop on where to go in and near Charlotte for a fall picnic, organized by neighborhood for your convenience. As always please make sure to double-check that the parks are […]

A book (and wine) lovers’ favorite, Verse & Vino is back this fall, and it’s better than ever. A celebration of reading, writing and the joy of libraries – shared with a community of readers and New York Times best-selling authors – Verse & Vino has become one of the region’s most anticipated events. This […]

And just like that…Fall is in full swing! A lot of our Queen City favorites are back this week and we couldn’t be more excited to get out and enjoy it all. While you’re at it, take time to give back to the city that gives us so much with the 704 Coat Drive, a […]

7th Street Public Market is Now“The Market at 7th Street” It may have a new name twist, a new website, some new tenants, and new branding, but its mission is still the same: To kickstart small businesses in Charlotte. The Market at 7th Street will soon celebrate 10 years as a culinary and retail incubator […]

It’s time for one of Charlotte’s favorite fall activites — corn mazes. Here are the farms near Charlotte that offer not only the best corn mazes around but also hayrides, pumpkin picking, and more for the whole family. Due to weather & safety conditions, please make sure to check their Facebook pages for any updates.  […]

Summer fun might be slowing down, but we are getting ready to welcome in a new season and the opportunity to enjoy all the things we love about Fall. Get in the Halloween spirit with a build-your-own haunted house, celebrate as local businesses grow, and enjoy live music and performances from some of the greats. […]

You may have noticed a chill in the air at sunrise and some early leaves dropping overhead, which means Fall is right around the corner in the Queen City! Whether school is back in session or work is ramping up, make time this week for some favorite early fall traditions including pick-your-own apples, Oktoberfest celebrations […]

Voted SO MANY TIMES as Charlotte’s Best Festival, the 7th annual South End Wine & Hops Fest returns for three days to kick off our October in style. This mostly outdoor event (rain or shine) brings something for every wine-lover, fest-lover, or brew-lover over 3 days at the Alchemy at C3 Lab at 2517 Distribution […]