What’s going on with Spring Festivals in Charlotte for 2020? That’s a good question! In these strange times, festivals and other gatherings are sort of up in the air.
We’ve gone and taken a look at the spring festivals that we had on our calendar for 2020, both the ones that already happened and the ones still to come. Some are rescheduled to a later date, so you didn’t actually miss them. Some went (or are going) virtual. And some, sadly, are just canceled.
We will continue to update as we get more information. And even what we have listed here might change as the situation shifts. We will do our very best to keep everything up to date.
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Also, scroll all the way down for a much larger day-by-day list of events. The list of events will show 10 days of events, starting from today, and will be updated every day. Most of the events are virtual events, but we’ll add real life events as they’re scheduled.
We’ve also looked ahead to summer festivals, but most haven’t updated their websites yet. So let’s sit tight and wait…
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This event has been canceled. It was originally scheduled for April, and then rescheduled to June, but has now been canceled. This festival takes place at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This event features thousands of automobiles, 50 car clubs, a kids' play zone and much more. $13/day for adults, and free for kids 13 and under.
This festival, originally scheduled for April 4 at Pineville Lake Park, has been canceled. This event is presented by Charlotte Black Dogs, and highlights dogs that are up for adoption, especially black dogs, which are less likely to be adopted. Please consider helping out Charlotte Black Dogs with a donation.
Rescheduled to August 1. It was originally supposed to take place April 11. It will be happening at Funtasticks. Lots of free activities, including pictures with the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt, face painting, bounce house, egg decorating and more. Shop with vendor and watch dance performances. Free, but Funtasticks' activities like go-karts and bumper boats will be available at their regular price.
This fringe arts festival, originally scheduled for April 17-19 in Plaza Midwood, was transformed into a virtual festival on April 18. Hope you caught it! If not, make sure to follow BOOM Festival's social media to see more upcoming in-person and virtual events. This artist-led showcase of experimental and contemporary visual and performance art always offers up the unexpected.
Rescheduled for August 15-16. It was originally planned for April 18 - 19. It takes place at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville. Highland athletic competitions, Scottish music and dancing, haggis, hearth cooking, re-enactments, a kids' zone and more. Prices range depending on age and when you purchase. Both single day and weekend passes are available.
This event has been postponed. When we hear of a date we'll let you know. It was originally planned for April 19. Open Streets 704 closes the streets to cars and opens the streets for fun. This time the four-mile route will wind its way from Veteran's Park to NoDa. Along the way you'll find kids' activities, musical performances, artist demonstrations, interactive maker spaces and much more. Free.
Tuck Fest was canceled. It was planned for April 24-26. The U.S. National Whitewater Center's signature music and outdoor lifestyle festival would have featured 11 bands and a myriad of outdoor competitions. Free.
This event on April 25 went virtual and was still a successful fundraiser for Humane Society of Charlotte.
This event, scheduled on April 26, was canceled. UNC Charlotte's Science and Technology Expo is part of the North Carolina Science Festival, which is bringing many science events and activities to various locations all April. The UNC Charlotte Science and Technology Expo is an extravaganza of science, featuring robots, aerial and underwater displays, explosive chemistry, weird and wild physics and optics and much more. Free.
This event, on May 1 and 2, went virtual.
Rescheduled for October 3. This festival, originally scheduled for May 2, celebrates food and culture at this free festival at Aldersgate. Enjoy music and dance performances and purchase lunch or dinner from one of the food vendors.
This festival has been rescheduled for October 8-10, to coincide with The NASCAR Bank of America Roval 400. It will take place in Romare Bearden Park and will be free to attend.
This event has been canceled. It was originally scheduled for May, and then rescheduled for August.
Rescheduled for October 17. Originally scheduled for May 16, it's a celebration of a wide array of Asian cultures. Besides the cultural programs, music, dance and food, experience the excitement of the Dragon Boat races, which run all day. Ramsey Creek Park.
This festival has been rescheduled to September 18-20. It was originally scheduled for June 5-7. This annual festival takes place along six blocks of Tryon Street. Enjoy performances, cooking demos, kids' entertainment and more. The star of the show is the food, though. Free, but purchase festival coins for the food.
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