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Discover the best events and activities in Charlotte, NC. From festivals and concerts to community gatherings and local fairs, stay in the loop on what’s happening. Get information on where to go and what to do, and participate in the vibrant community life of Charlotte.

 

Charlotte skyline with food trucks
Art

Charlotte: A Hub for Entertainment and Cuisine

Charlotte: A Hub for Entertainment and Cuisine Charlotte, known for its vibrant arts and culture scene, diverse food offerings, and exciting events, continues to be a hub for entertainment and cuisine. With a plethora of activities to choose from, residents and visitors alike have no shortage of options to explore in the Queen City. Arts and Culture From art galleries and museums to live music venues and theaters, Charlotte offers

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Black Maternal Health Conference
Charity

Charlotte Conference Aims to Improve Black Maternal Health

Charlotte Conference Aims to Improve Black Maternal Health A conference held in Charlotte on Thursday marked the beginning of National Black Maternal Health Week, focusing on the challenges faced by Black women during pregnancy and ways to enhance their outcomes. The event, which took place at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church on Beatties Ford Road, drew a large crowd eager to address disparities in maternal health. Addressing Root Causes Beyond Medical

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Charlotte award ceremony celebration
Charity

City of Charlotte Celebrates the 24th Mayor’s International Community Awards

City of Charlotte Celebrates the 24th Mayor’s International Community Awards Charlotte, North Carolina – April 15, 2024 The City of Charlotte recently celebrated the 24th edition of the Mayor’s International Community Awards (MICA), an event that recognizes the outstanding contributions of foreign-owned firms and individuals to the Charlotte region. Hosted by the Charlotte International Cabinet and the Office of the Mayor, MICA has been an important annual tradition since 1998.

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Book Crawl at Indie Bookstore
Events/What's Happening

Gastonia, Gaston County stores part of Greater Charlotte Book Crawl

Gastonia, Gaston County stores part of Greater Charlotte Book Crawl Two Gaston County indie bookstores are participating in the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl By HERE News Two Gaston County indie bookstores are participating in the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl, an annual event in which participants can win prizes for visiting 19 independent bookstores in the greater Charlotte area. The book crawl began April 1 and will continue until April 30.

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Frustrated person facing geo-blocking message
Events/What's Happening

Website Unavailable in Your Location

Charlotte: Website Unavailable in Your Location Residents of Charlotte were left frustrated and confused today as they tried to access a popular website, only to be met with an error message stating, “This website is unavailable in your location.” Technical Difficulties or Geo-Blocking? The website in question, which offers a wide range of entertainment, news, and community information, appeared to be inaccessible to users in the Charlotte area. While some

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Black librarian filming documentary
Cinema

The Untold Story of a Local Librarian’s Highly Anticipated Documentary

The Story Behind a Local Librarian’s Highly Anticipated Documentary City of Charlotte – Home – Logo Published on April 09, 2024 By Kayla Chadwick-Schultz Introduction “Are you a librarian?” It’s a seemingly innocent question, probably asked by someone who just wants to know more about your profession, right? Well, not for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s Digital Production Librarian and Archivist Rodney Freeman. In his experience, that question

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Students at Disney Leadership Summit
Community

Charlotte High School Students Learn How to Make Dreams Happen

Charlotte High School Students Learn How to Make Dreams Happen Three Charlotte Students Attend Prestigious Leadership Summit Three high school students from Charlotte recently had the privilege of attending the prestigious Disney Dreamers Academy leadership summit in Florida. The event, held at Walt Disney World, brought together exceptional teens from all over the country to learn, connect, and grow their leadership skills over a four-day period. The Application Process The

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Volunteers cleaning Queen City
Charity

The Queen City Gears Up for Clean the Queen Event

The Queen City Gears Up for Clean the Queen Event Charlotte, NC – Earth Day is right around the corner, and the Queen City is getting ready for the third annual Clean the Queen event. From April 15-20, Envision Charlotte, Keep Charlotte Beautiful, and City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will host a week-long series of volunteer events during Earth Week. This is a fantastic opportunity for residents to come

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Kids watching solar eclipse
Events/What's Happening

Charlotte Hosts Wow in the World on Eclipse Day

Charlotte Hosts Wow in the World on Eclipse Day In Charlotte, North Carolina, the city is buzzing with excitement as everyone prepares for the spectacular eclipse day. This unique celestial event has captured the attention of people of all ages, but especially the younger generation. To make the experience even more engaging and educational, hosts of the popular science podcast for kids, Wow in the World, Guy Raz and Mindy

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"Busy Optimist Hall foodies"
Culinary

Where to Eat, Drink, and Hang at Optimist Hall – A guide to the Charlotte food hall

Where to Eat, Drink, and Hang at Optimist Hall A guide to the Charlotte food hall April 7, 2024 Charlotte, North Carolina – Optimist Hall, a bustling food hall located just north of uptown Charlotte, has quickly become a hot spot for foodies and socialites alike. With over two dozen tenants offering a wide variety of culinary delights, this converted textile mill is a must-visit destination for locals and visitors

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