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Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalMonday, September 1, 2025 Get ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Matthews Alive 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Matthews AliveMonday, September 1, 2025 The very popular festival Matthews Alive is returning in 2025! It will take place at Stumptown Park, at the corner of John and Trade Streets in Historic Downtown Matthews, from Friday, August 29, to Monday, ... Read More » Charlotte Labor Day Parade 11:00 am
Charlotte Labor Day ParadeMonday, September 1, 2025 Courtesy of Charlotte Labor Day Parade The Charlotte Labor Day Parade is returning in 2025! The parade is organized by the Labor Day Committee in conjunction with the Southern Piedmont Central Labor Council and other local labor ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+ All Day
Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+Every 1 months on the 1st TuesdayPhoto: Depositphotos If you're age 55 or older, plan your Walgreens shopping for the first Tuesday of the month, which is Walgreens' Senior Day. On Senior Day, shoppers age 55+ receive 20% on all eligible regular-priced items. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 1:00 pm
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on Tuesday and SaturdayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Hornets Nest Auto Fest 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hornets Nest Auto FestThursday, September 4, 2025 The 2nd Annual Hornets Nest Auto Fest takes place from September 4 to 6, 2025, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord, North Carolina. The admission cost ... Read More » Trails and Tales: free monthly event for kids at Cabarrus County parks 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Trails and Tales: free monthly event for kids at Cabarrus County parksEvery 2 months on the 1st ThursdayTrails and Tales is a free event for kids at Cabarrus County Parks. Join the county parks and libraries to investigate nature through books, nature walks, animals, games and crafts. All ages are welcome. Trails and ... Read More » ArtBreak at the Gantt: Free lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at the Gantt: Free lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 1st ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC ArtBreak is a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour offered at the museums of Levine Center for the Arts. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience ... Read More » | Bandcamp Friday: Bandcamp waives its revenue share and artists keep all the revenue All Day
Bandcamp Friday: Bandcamp waives its revenue share and artists keep all the revenueFriday, September 5, 2025 Bandcamp is an online music platform where artists can sell their music directly to fans, unlike streaming services, which pay a minuscule amount to artists. One popular streaming service pays artists an average of $.004 ... Read More » Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Hornets Nest Auto Fest 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hornets Nest Auto FestDailyThe 2nd Annual Hornets Nest Auto Fest takes place from September 4 to 6, 2025, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord, North Carolina. The admission cost ... Read More » Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe Conservancy 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe ConservancyEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayDaniel Stowe Conservancy, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is hosting FREE Birding Walks on the trails outside of the Garden. If you wish to visit the Garden afterwards, you'll need to purchase ... Read More » | Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers All Day
Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customersSaturday, September 6, 2025 The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free. The Museum on Us program has been around for many years and is a great ... Read More » Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Hornets Nest Auto Fest 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hornets Nest Auto FestDailyThe 2nd Annual Hornets Nest Auto Fest takes place from September 4 to 6, 2025, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord, North Carolina. The admission cost ... Read More » Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Crop Duster 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Crop DusterSaturday, September 6, 2025 Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic ... Read More » | |
Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers All Day
Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customersDailyThe first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free. The Museum on Us program has been around for many years and is a great ... Read More » Front Porch Sundays 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Front Porch SundaysSunday, September 7, 2025 Photo courtesy of Front Porch Sundays Front Porch Sundays, a popular monthly vendor market, takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month, from April to December, 2025. Front Porch Sundays ... Read More » Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place ScienceEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Discovery Place has announced that it is offering sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science, 168 W 6th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, the first Sunday of the month, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Cabarrus County Fair 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Cabarrus County FairCabarrus County Fair is returning in 2024 to Cabarrus Events & Arena Center, 4751 NC Highway 49 North, Concord. It will take place from September 5 to 13, 2025. The hours are: Monday to Thursday: 4 p.m. to ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Senior Day at Cabarrus County Fair: Age 55+ get in for free an hour before general admission starts 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Senior Day at Cabarrus County Fair: Age 55+ get in for free an hour before general admission startsMonday, September 8, 2025 Cabarrus County Fair is returning in 2024 to Cabarrus Events & Arena Center, 4751 NC Highway 49 North, Concord. It will take place from September 5 to 13, 2025. The hours are: Monday to Thursday: 4 p.m. to ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreTuesday, September 9, 2025 Daniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » Cabarrus County Fair 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Cabarrus County FairCabarrus County Fair is returning in 2024 to Cabarrus Events & Arena Center, 4751 NC Highway 49 North, Concord. It will take place from September 5 to 13, 2025. The hours are: Monday to Thursday: 4 p.m. to ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » ArtBreak at Bechtler Museum -- free guided lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at Bechtler Museum -- free guided lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC ArtBreak is a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour offered at the museums of Levine Center for the Arts. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience ... Read More » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSo 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSoFriday, September 12, 2025 Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... Read More » Cheers to 6 Years 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Cheers to 6 YearsFriday, September 12, 2025 Lower Left Brewing Co., at 4528 Nations Crossing Drive, is a new arrival in Charlotte's brewery scene. They opened their doors in August of 2019 in the historic Lower South End neighborhood. The owners have an ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Free Rabies Clinic at Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control 8:00 am to 10:45 am
Free Rabies Clinic at Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & ControlEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayPhoto: Depositphotos Rabies vaccination is required by North Carolina and South Carolina law for all cats, dogs and ferrets over four months of age. Even if the city or county you live in doesn't require your ... Read More » Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Community Book Sale 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Community Book SaleSaturday, September 13, 2025 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library holds Community Book Sales throughout the year. These sales are a great way to find new and gently used books for yourself and for gifts. Fiction, non-fiction and children's materials are available. Pricing ... Read More » |
Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Panda Fest 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Panda FestSunday, September 14, 2025 Panda Fest, a popular outdoor Asian food festival, is coming to Ballantyne's Backyard, 11611 N Community House Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, September 12 to 14, 2025. Friday, September 12: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, September 13: 10 ... Read More » Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSo 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSoSunday, September 14, 2025 Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... Read More » QC Fitness Games 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
QC Fitness GamesWeekly on SundayPhoto courtesy of Queen City Fitness Games Queen City Fitness Games is holding a low-priced, gamified workout session every Sunday at 11 a.m. at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The exception will be ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 1:00 pm
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on Tuesday and SaturdayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » WDAV's Small Batch: North Carolina Baroque Orchestra Chamber Players (pay what you can; a $20 ticket comes with a pint glass and a beverage)
WDAV's Small Batch: North Carolina Baroque Orchestra Chamber Players (pay what you can; a $20 ticket comes with a pint glass and a beverage)Thursday, September 18, 2025 WDAV Classical Public Radio's Small Batch Concert Series is returning for the 2025/2025 season. This popular chamber music series presents innovative music in an unconventional, laid-back atmosphere. The concerts will take place at Free Range Brewing, ... Read More » ArtBreak at Mint Museum Uptown -- free guided lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at Mint Museum Uptown -- free guided lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC ArtBreak is a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour offered at the museums of Levine Center for the Arts. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience ... Read More » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe Conservancy 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe ConservancyEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayDaniel Stowe Conservancy, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is hosting FREE Birding Walks on the trails outside of the Garden. If you wish to visit the Garden afterwards, you'll need to purchase ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSo 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB LoSoWeekly on Friday and SaturdayOlde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... Read More » | Ciao Italia Matthews (check back soon for time and price) All Day
Ciao Italia Matthews (check back soon for time and price)Saturday, September 20, 2025 Journey to Italy without leaving Matthews at Ciao Italia Matthews. The festival takes place September 20 and 21, 2025, at Stumptown Park, 120 S Trade Street, Matthews, North Carolina. Check back soon for hours, ticket price ... Read More » Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Flow Fest 7:30 am to 9:30 pm
Flow FestSaturday, September 20, 2025 Photo courtesy of Whitewater The U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC, is presenting Flow Fest on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The festival celebrates wellness and mindfulness in ... Read More » Pilates in the Park at Prosperity Village 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Pilates in the Park at Prosperity VillageSaturday, September 20, 2025 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Free fitness classes are offered on The Green at Prosperity Village, 5534 Docia Crossing Road, Charlotte, NC. Pilates in the Park -- Move, Connect, Refresh, sponsored by Dewless BloomSaturdays, once a month from ... Read More » |
Ciao Italia Matthews (check back soon for time and price) All Day
Ciao Italia Matthews (check back soon for time and price)Sunday, September 21, 2025 Journey to Italy without leaving Matthews at Ciao Italia Matthews. The festival takes place September 20 and 21, 2025, at Stumptown Park, 120 S Trade Street, Matthews, North Carolina. Check back soon for hours, ticket price ... Read More » Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Festival in the Park 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Festival in the ParkSunday, September 21, 2025 The 61st Annual Festival in the Park will take place at Freedom Park, 1900 East Boulevard, from Friday, September 19, to Sunday, September 21, 2025. It's free to attend. There is a charge for rides. Entertainment will ... Read More » Free Health Clinic 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Free Health ClinicSunday, September 21, 2025 The Hindu Center of Charlotte, at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is holding a monthly free health clinic, in an effort to serve uninsured community members. The health clinic will offer: Health consultation Medicine assistance Blood work ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreTuesday, September 23, 2025 Daniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 4th WednesdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food DistributionWeekly on ThursdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » Showcase of Power -- Oakboro 2-day Cruise-In Event 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Showcase of Power -- Oakboro 2-day Cruise-In EventFriday, September 26, 2025 Stock image. Depositphotos The Town of Oakboro, North Carolina, is in Stanly County, 34 miles to the east of Charlotte, past Midland and Locust, but before you get to Albemarle. It hosts a cruise-in the 4th ... Read More » Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture BrewingWeekly on FridayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... Read More » | Free entrance day in the National Parks All Day
Free entrance day in the National ParksSaturday, September 27, 2025 Wright Brothers National Memorial. Photo: Depositphotos If your family loves to travel, consider including a National Park in your itinerary. There are more than 400 parks, where you can enjoy the outdoors, discover history, explore nature ... Read More » Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 4th SaturdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Caffeine and Chrome 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Caffeine and ChromeSaturday, September 27, 2025 Stock image. Depositphotos Gateway Classic Cars of Concord, at 7045 Aviation Blvd, Concord, NC, hosts a monthly car show, Caffeine and Chrome. It takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is open to the ... Read More » |
Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Sunny's Market Pop-Up Market 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sunny's Market Pop-Up MarketSunday, September 28, 2025 Sunny's Market is Kannapolis' biggest pop-up market. It takes place monthly at Atrium Health Ballpark, 1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, North Carolina, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Shop from over ... Read More » QC Fitness Games 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
QC Fitness GamesWeekly on SundayPhoto courtesy of Queen City Fitness Games Queen City Fitness Games is holding a low-priced, gamified workout session every Sunday at 11 a.m. at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The exception will be ... Read More » Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End (free to attend; pay for food and drink) 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End (free to attend; pay for food and drink)Every 1 months on the 4th SundayPhoto courtesy of Kiara the Innovator On Sunday, June 27, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., the Boileryard district of Camp North End is hosting Boileryard Brunch. The best address is 1824 Stateville, Avenue, Charlotte, North ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » | Charlotte International Arts Festival All Day
Charlotte International Arts FestivalDailyGet ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the 4th annual Charlotte International Arts Festival, a Blumenthal Performing Arts Original. In 2025, the festival takes place for a full month, from September 1 ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 1:00 pm
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on Tuesday and SaturdayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » |