Local Events

Starting April 1st, the Charlotte SHOUT! Festival will bring music, art, food, and more to Queen City. The festival is presented by Atrium Health and Bank of America and is designed to showcase diversity, creativity, and resilience. Internationally and locally acclaimed artists, dancers, musicians, poets, storytellers, photographers, chefs, and thought leaders will also be present. […]

An annual Charlotte tradition returns this week. The Charlotte Fair will return to the area starting March 25 through April 3. It will be located at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. The fair is expected to have more than 30 rides. Parking at the venue is $5, cash only. The fair schedule is as […]

Gas is far from cheap right now. Luckily, Charlotte drivers may have the chance to get free gas this weekend! Kingdom City Church in Charlotte is hosting the Gas on God event and plans to give away $10,000 worth of gas on Saturday, March 12. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 […]

Today is International Women’s Day! One program is celebrating Black women in Charlotte all week long. I Am Queen Charlotte is a multi-platform program that centers around the lives, stories, and contributions of Black Women in Charlotte. Throughout the week, several events take place to celebrate Charlotte’s Black women. Here are some upcoming events: Queens […]

Legendary actor Denzel Washington will be making his way to Charlotte to speak at a leadership conference with T.D. Jakes in March. The annual International Leadership Summit was founded by T.D. Jakes and brings together entrepreneurs, leaders, and influential change agents. Washington will join Jakes to discuss Hollywood, faith, and life in the spotlight. Other speakers at […]

Looking for ways to celebrate Black History Month in the Charlotte area? Here are some virtual and in-person events to check out. Wednesday, February 16, 2022 Equity Impact Circle (Charlotte Mecklenburg Library program) Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Location: Virtual Cost: Free Homage to the Black South: Art and Culture Appreciation Series — Influence […]

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is quickly approaching. If you’re looking to celebrate, check out these events. Also, don’t worry about the icy roads, some of these events are virtual so you can still celebrate from the comfort of your home! Dream Day 2020 Presented by The Dr. MLK Jr. Celebration Planning Committee of Concord-Cabarru […]

Alright home enthusiasts, it’s time to mark your calendars. The 17th annual Greater Charlotte Home and Landscape Show is returning to the area this month! The show will take place at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord beginning Friday, Jan. 28, and ending Sunday, Jan. 30. Guests will be able to view and […]

The holidays may be over but another light display is coming to light up the Queen City. I Heart Rail Trail: Lights, presented by U.S. Bank, is returning to Charlotte March 4 through March 20. The Rail Trail will celebrate local art and feature never-before-seen interactive light displays. Art from North and South Carolina artists will be […]

Winter may be cooling things down, but restaurants around Charlotte are about to heat up. Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week returns Jan. 21-30. There event will feature 70 restaurants in eight counties. Prices vary between $30, $35, $40, or $45 per person, depending on the restaurant. Participating restaurants include Sullivan’s Steakhouse, Tupelo Honey, Sea Level, Standard Oyster Company, Charolais […]

We all love some Uncle Charlie. Well luckily for us fans, he’ll be here in the Queen City putting on show right before the New Year. The concert takes place tomorrow night in Ovens Auditorium at 8:00 p.m. Masks are required. It doesn’t hurt to bring a little extra hand sanitizer as well.

The Isley Brothers are making their way to Charlotte tonight to put on a show right before Christmas! They won’t be alone. Joining the Winter Soul Fest lineup is Jon. B, Keke Wyatt, and SWV. The show begins tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the Bojangles Coliseum located at 2700 E Independence Boulevard.