Thursdays, Saturdays The U.S. National Whitewater Center has a live musical performance every Thursday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m., May through September. Enjoy one or several of the activities at the Whitewater Center and close out the night with a gorgeous view and river jam. On Thursdays, you can join at 6:30 for River Jam […]
October 4-November 23 The annual Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace is back this fall. This event attracts a great crowd each year. Visitors come ready for the medieval festivities like a jousting tournament, outdoor theater, circus entertainment, exhibits, huge eats and the like. The costumes alone are entertaining to me. Overall, the festivities seem […]
This annual music series are in full swing at Romare Bearden Park every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Pay them a visit after work on Wednesdays or during lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays. Party in the Park Series: Wednesdays, 5 p.m. -8 p.m. Join every Wednesday evening after work for performances featuring new and upcoming talent. The series runs from […]
August 30-September 1 I am SO excited about the grand opening of Romare Bearden Park in Uptown! What is a city without a big, cool and artistic public park for the masses? The time has arrived for Charlotte. Celebrate the opening of this park, named after famed artist Romare Bearden who is originally from Charlotte. […]
August 2 – 23 Fridays at 7:00 p.m. check out movies under the stars at Symphony Park at South Park. They have a live band, concessions, family activities and other entertainment. The movie begins at dusk…when you can see it.
August 3 The Japanese Association in Charlotte will host their 29th annual Bon-Odori Festival. You’ll find Aikido demonstrations, Japanese food, tea ceremonies, calligraphy, origami, yukata fitting and games. Previous events drew about 4,000 attendees. Activities take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Wells Fargo Atrium. Check out this video from a previous […]
August 25 Those who appreciate a good race (5K) and obstacle course challenges would enjoy Roc Race. The morning competition is sold out but the afternoon race is still open for registration. Ready, set, compete! Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy S
May-September Concert’s on the Green is a concert series on the first and third Sunday of the month in downtown Davidson. The set up takes place on the Village Green, located on Main Street and Concord Road. Get cozy on the grass or bring your own tent as large as 10′ x 10′ so long […]
Every Thursday Enjoy live bands after work From May 2 through September 12 while the days are longer, the weather is warmer and hanging out is friendlier. Performances take place on the rooftop and courtyard of the EpiCentre from 5-10 p.m. See the lineup below and details here. Rooftop Stage 05/02/2013 – Life of the Party […]
April 5 Atherton Mill and Market (farmer’s market) will pull together arts, crafts, culinary treats, jewelry, soap and live music by Sy Arden. A local food truck, Roots.Good.Food will also join the party. 4-8 p.m. Where: South End, 2104 South Blvd. Why attend: The weather’s warming up for these type of after work, weekend kick off events
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