Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping and Charlotte is coming alive with plenty to explore. Tap into these fun ideas to enjoy as the days get brighter and the Queen City heats up.
This 16th annual affair offers up all the pleasures that true southerners live by – beer, bourbon and barbecue. Enjoy over 60 beers, 40 bourbons and even more BBQ. Eat, drink and relax at Ballantyne's Backyard on May 20. Tickets here.
You don't have to be a serious golfer to enjoy Topgolf. Play from climate controlled hitting bays, order food, enjoy cocktails and lounge on the rooftop terrace next to the firepits. On Tuesdays, game play is half price all day. More info.
Happening every Saturday at Atherton Mill, enjoy live music on one end and a string of local farmers and creatives along the trail, this hub boasts the vibrant energy that we all long for to kick off our weekend. More info.
The Queen City offers its own enviable trails and lush tree canopies, but sometimes you need to really immerse yourself in nature. Here’s a look at some great hikes within a two-hour drive of Uptown Charlotte. Guide here.
On Thursday May 18, enjoy a free concert and meet new friends at this happy hour. Enjoy some cocktails, food and vendors while enjoying live music at Symphony Park. More info.
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Just Opened in Charlotte - April 2023 Don't wait another moment to support these newly opened businesses all over the Queen City.
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