Charlotte Pride Festival August 20 - 21, 2022 Uptown Charlotte N. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free Charlotte Pride Festival will return to Uptown for the first time in two years on August 20-21. Founded in 2000, Charlotte Pride launched their first festival in 2001 and has grown to become the largest LGBTQ celebration […]
Charlotte VegFest 2022 Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. (Afterparty 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.) Camp North End 400 Camp Road Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free Charlotte VegFest returns on September 17 with vegan foods, vendors, and an afternoon of education and entertainment. The nonprofit event aims to grow the vegan […]
32nd Annual Latin American Festival Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Symphony Park 4400 Sharon Rd Charlotte, NC 28211 Tickets: Free The 32nd annual Latin American Festival returns this week to Symphony Park with live performances, a diverse and authentic selection of Latin American food, craft vendors, visual artists, and a […]
Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas Saturday, September 17 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Truist Field 324 S Mint St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $20 plus The inaugural Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas celebrates Hispanic culture with food, crafts and live music featuring Elvis Crespo, Grupo Kazzabe, Monchy, DJ Osocity, Don Chezina, La […]
Taste of Charlotte Festival 2022 October 7-9, 2022 Truist Field 324 S Mint St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free (purchase coins) Taste of Charlotte, the three-day food festival returns with tastings from Charlotte-area restaurants, live music and activities at Truist Field. You can purchase festival coins to use for restaurant samples, beverages and kid’s activities, […]
Charlotte Dragon Boat + Asian Festival Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ramsey Creek Park 18441 Nantz Rd Cornelius, NC 28031 Tickets: Free Organized by Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, and the Charlotte Dragon Boat Association, the annual Charlotte Dragon Boat + Asian Festival returns to […]
Carolina BalloonFest October 14-16, 2022 Carolina BalloonFest 260 Hangar Dr. Statesville, NC 28677 Tickets: $15 plus A 47-year tradition, Carolina BalloonFest returns to Statesville this weekend after a two-year hiatus. The three-day event will feature special hot air balloon shapes, competitions, three mass ascensions, evening balloon glows, festival food, beer and wine garden, live music, […]
Charlotte Armenian Festival October 14-16, 2022 St. Sarkis Armenian Church 7000 Park Road Charlotte, NC 28210 Tickets: Free The Charlotte Armenian Festival returns in 2022 celebrating Armenian culture and serving delicious and authentic fare like kebabs, traditional sides and homemade pastries. The family-friendly event takes place October 14-16 at the St. Sarkis Armenian Church off […]
Hola Charlotte Fest 2022 Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Hola Charlotte Fest Uptown Charlotte (Tryon St.) Charlotte, NC Tickets: Free Hola Charlotte Fest returns to Uptown Charlotte for the 10th annual event celebrating Hispanic heritage, showcasing Latin American culture in the Queen City. The festival will feature nationally recognized musical […]
An Evening with Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. The Fillmore 820 Hamilton St. Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Sold-out Phil Rosenthal, the creator, writer and producer of Everybody Loves Raymond, and Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil is bringing his live tour: An Evening with Phil Rosenthal tour to five […]
Frankie Zombie Solo Art Experience Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 5:45 p.m. Camp North End 201 Camp Rd. Charlotte, NC 282076 Tickets: $100 Contemporary abstract artist Frankie Zombie will host his first solo art show Saturday at Camp North End. The co-star of the Magnolia Network’s new show, Artfully Designed, Zombie may be familiar to […]
Charlotte Wine + Food Week Grand Tasting Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Two Wells Fargo Center 301 South Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28282 Tickets: $150 plus Charlotte Wine + Food Week's largest tasting experience with a selection of over 100 curated wines and small bites from several local restaurants. A […]
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ballantyne's Backyard 11611 North Community House Road Charlotte, NC 28277 Tickets: $45 plus This 15th Annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival returns to Ballantyne's Backyard for a day full of good food and bourbon. Your ticket gets you a sampling […]
Crave Charlotte Food & Wine Festival (Grand Culinary Celebration) Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Barrel Room at Triple C Brewing 2832 Griffith St. Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: $55 plus A Charlotte culinary celebration, Crave Charlotte Food & Wine Festival's Grand Tasting event takes place at the Barrel Room at […]
Experience Midwood: Lamar & Central Ave Sunday, June 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Warmack 1226 Central Avenue #A Charlotte, NC 28204 Tickets: Free (Skating: $10) The Plaza Midwood Merchants Association kick off their Experience Midwood event series this Sunday, June 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. "Experience Midwood Lamar and […]
Taste of Charlotte 2023 June 9-11, 2023 Taste of Charlotte 101 N Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free admission (Tasting Coin Cups are $20 which include 14 coins) Taste of Charlotte, the three-day Queen City food festival started in 1998, returns with tastings from a wide selection of Charlotte-area restaurants this weekend (June 9-11). […]
Eat Black Charlotte Food & Culture Festival Saturday, June 10 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Victoria Yards 209 E 7th St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $10 admission (children under 18: Free) Eat Black Charlotte Week will feature over 25 participating Charlotte-area Black-owned restaurants offering prix fixe menus and deals for lunch and dinner. The […]
HeroesCon Kick-Off Party at Super Abari Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Super Abari Game Bar 1015 Seigle Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $10 plus The official HeroesCon Kick-Off Party returns to Super Abari Game Bar on Thursday, June 15 for a fun night of video games, food trucks, comic book […]
Juneteenth Jam 2023 Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Levine Avenue 430 S. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free It’s time to sound the alarms for freedom at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Jam. Bring out the entire tribe for a free day of non-stop fun with music, art, history, eats […]
Charlotte Peruvian Festival 2023 Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Camp North End 300 Camp Rd Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free Started in 2018, Charlotte Peruvian Festival showcases Peruvian culture, music, and gastronomic offerings, celebrating the city's rich ethnic community. A family-friendly event, the festival will feature several Peruvian food options, […]
Renaissance Brunch & Day Party Sunday, August 6, 2023 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. QC Sound Stage 3049 Scott Futrell Drive Charlotte, NC 28208 Tickets: $20 plus A Beyoncé brunch experience to celebrate her return to the Queen City with a live band performing the Renaissance album from start to finish. A menu "inspired […]
Beyoncé - Renaissance World Tour Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Bank of America Stadium 800 S Mint St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $174 plus Grammy Award-winning superstar Beyoncé will be in town for her long-awaited world tour coming off of her seventh studio album, Renaissance. Beyoncé kicked off her international tour in May […]
Hattie's 2023 Summer Bash Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 2 p.m. Hattie's Tap & Tavern 2918 The Plaza Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Hattie's Tap & Tavern host their 2023 Summer Bash featuring a whole hog roast, drink specials, and live music featuring performances by King Cackle, Thousand Dollar Car, Whiskey Richards, Lil Skritt, The […]
Fatman Scoop's Labor Day Weekend Cookout Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Crown Station 3629 N. Davidson St. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $20 plus Fatman Scoop is a legendary […]
Yiasou Greek Festival September 8-10, 2023 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral 600 East Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: $5 (12 and under Free) A Charlotte tradition since 1978, the Yiasou […]
Jollof Festival Charlotte Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free Range Brewing 2320 N Davidson St. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $35 plus Jollof Festival celebrates the […]
Festival in the Park September 22-24, 2023 Freedom Park 1908 East Blvd Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: Free Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing art, music, food and entertainment to Charlotteans and visitors from around the region. Celebrating the 59th year of the festival, 2023 will feature over 150 artists, live music and […]
Festival of India Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Belk Theater (5th and N. Tryon) 130 N Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $6 plus For over 25 years, Festival of India has drawn thousands of visitors from Charlotte and neighboring counties to showcase the diversity of Indian culture and its […]
Latin American Festival Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Amp Ballantyne 11115 Upper Ave. Charlotte, NC 28277 Tickets: Free The Latin American Coalition presents the 33rd annual Festival Latino Americano for the first time at The Amp Ballantyne in south Charlotte. The event will feature authentic cuisine from several representing […]
Carolina Renaissance Festival September 30 - November 19 Carolina Renaissance Fest 16445 Poplar Tent Rd Huntersville, NC 28078 Tickets: $32 for adults (ages 13+) and $20 for children (ages 5-12) Travel back in time as a 25-acre field in Huntersville transforms into the village of Fairhaven and history comes alive with castles, cottages, kitchens, and […]
Charlotte Vegfest 2023 Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Camp North End 300 Camp Road Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free Charlotte Vegfest returns to Camp North End this weekend with some of the region's best vegan food, vendors, cooking classes, demos, competitions, yoga, and more. A 501(c)(3) non-profit with the mission […]
Harvest Festival Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. Charlotte Regional Farmers Market 1801 Yorkmont Rd Charlotte, NC 28217 Tickets: Free Charlotte Regional Farmers Market will host a Harvest Festival with local food trucks, beer and wine, pumpkin decorating, a sweet potato recipe contest, and more. A family friendly event, there will […]
Farm to Fork Picnic in The Garden Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden 6500 South New Hope Road Belmont, NC 28012 Tickets: $125 plus Belmont’s Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden serves as the picturesque backdrop once again for Piedmont Culinary Guild’s Farm to Fork Picnic in The Garden. […]
Hola Charlotte Festival Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Uptown Charlotte South Tryon Street Brooklyn Village Avenue to 4th Street Tickets: Free Embrace the vibrant culture at Charlotte’s largest Hispanic heritage celebration at this year’s Hola Charlotte Festival. The 11th edition of the festival highlights Latin American culture through music, dance, […]
South End Wine & Hops Festival Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Lenny Boy Brewing Co. 3000 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28217 Tickets: $38 plus Lenny Boy Brewing will host the annual Fall South End Wine & Hops Festival. Guests will enjoy unlimited samples from nine Charlotte area craft breweries […]
NoDa Night Market Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Crown Station 3629 N Davidson St. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Crown Station and CLTure present the first NoDa Night Market happening at the 3600-3700 block of North Davidson Street celebrating Asian culture and representing cuisines from multiple countries. The free community […]
Tet Lunar New Year Festival Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oasis Shriners 604 Doug Mayes Place Charlotte, NC 28262 Tickets: $5.00 (kids under 5 free) The Vietnamese Association of Charlotte presents the Tet Lunar New Year Festival featuring an impressive list of authentic Asian food vendors, raffles, games, photo booths, […]
Carolina BBQ Festival 2024 April 5 + 6, 2024 Victoria Yards 209 E. 7th St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $49 plus Carolina BBQ Festival returns this weekend with a charity kickoff dinner and concert on Friday night and a whole hog barbecue Saturday at Victoria Yards featuring 15 Carolina pitmasters. Photo: Carolina BBQ Festival (Facebook) […]
Empanada Fest 2024 Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Camp North End (Boileryard Area) 1824 Statesville Ave. Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free Celebrate Latin America’s famous pastry turnovers at the third annual Empanada Fest. Several local restaurants and food trucks will be dishing the many variations of the empanada-- whether you […]