The Plaza Midwood neighborhood is celebrating springtime with Midwood Maynia.
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This popular annual festival takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025. It features live music, food, beer from a local brewery, local artisans, a pet parade, fun kids’ activities and more.
The day starts with the pet parade, and then continues in Midwood Park until the evening.
The two locations you need to know about are:
- The Vine United Methodist Church (where the pet parade starts): 2101 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte
- Midwood Park (where the party happens): 2100 Wilhelmina Avenue, Charlotte
The event is free and open to all.
Parking is challenging in Plaza Midwood. If it’s possible to arrive on foot, bike, scooter, or ride-share, you should consider that.
Midwood Maynia Schedule
- 10:15 a.m.: Gather at the front lawn of The Vine for the pet blessing
- 10:30 a.m.: Pet parade from The Vine to Midwood Park
- 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.: Fun in the Park (yard games, photo area, food trucks, more)
Kidswood in the Park
Kid-friendly activities will be taking place in Midwood Park from 11:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- 11:15 a.m.: Storytime with the Plaza Midwood Library
- Bounce house and slides
Community Garden
- Activities in Midwood Garden
Food Trucks at Midwood Maynia
- Carolina Smash Truck
- Don’s Jamaican Kitchen
- Wolfman Pizza
- King of Pops
Music Schedule at Midwood Maynia
- Noon: Alice Guy-Blaché – Alice is 9’ tall puppet mascot for VisArt video. Made in honor of one of the first female film directors from the early days of silent movies, she will be coming to life on the Midwood stage. Bring the kids for this special debut performance.
- 1:30 p.m.: Lisa De Novo – Alternative pop/rock singer-songwriter.
- 3 p.m.: Lovell Bradford Trio – Adjunct jazz piano instructor at Davidson College, Bradford is a legendary pianist surrounded by pros and students alike.
- 4:30 p.m.: Eternally Grateful – A high energy group that pushes the limits of the psychedelic rock/jam genre.
- 6 p.m.: Charlez360 Trio – Young energetic saxophonist, singer and songwriter, originally from Berlin, Germany. His musical styles range from pop and hip-hop to jazz, acoustic and RnB.
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