
The Great Westside Fish Fry returns to West Complex, 1600 W Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1 to to 6 p.m. This is the last time this annual event will be at West Complex. (Maybe it will find another home?)
The Great Westside Fish Fry is free to attend. Just pay for your food and drink.
Enjoy creative fish fry plates and culinary mashups from standout local chefs, including James Beard semifinalists Daryl Cooper and Oscar Johnson of the former Jimmy Pearls.
In addition, enjoy:
- Live DJs + a New Jack Swing grand finale tribute
- Tommie Robinson Invitational (live art battle)
- Pop-up skate experiences + freestyle moments
- Kids Create Zone (hands-on art + family engagement)
- Local vendors + community resource partners
- Karaoke, line dancing, contests, and nonstop energy
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