Events

Locations Vary / $69-$322 / All day

Wednesday, April 18 - Saturday, April 21

Charlotte Wine and Food Weekend

Sample the city’s best in food and drink during events like the Grand Gala, 1000-Point Tasting and more in incredible locations such as the Wells Fargo Atrium and Mint Museum Uptown.

Outdoorsy

Thursday, April 19 - Sunday, April 22

Tuck Fest

Basically the U.S. National Whitewater Center’s hello to the season, the annual festival sees competitions, exhibitions, demos and live music beginning Thursday, April 19 through the 22. Activities include yoga (SUP and otherwise), obstacle challenges, a half marathon trail race and music from Lettuce, Walden, Driftwood and more. Don’t miss the Deep Water Solo competition, either.

USNWC / Free (parking is $6) / Thu: 5-11 p.m., Fri, Sat & Sun: 8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Hal Marshall County Services Center / Free admission / 5-8 p.m.

North Tryon Community Connect Event

Learn about North Tryon development projects underway while connecting with neighbors and community leaders. Engage in the conversation and help shape the future of uptown Charlotte. Plus, enjoy live music by Chocala, local food and beverage trucks (available for purchase) and promotional giveaways.

Ruth's Chris Steak House SouthPark / $115++ / 6:30 p.m.

Bodega Catena Zapata Wine Dinner

One of Ruth’s Chris’ favorite wineries, enjoy 4 courses perfectly paired with Catena Zapata wines hosted by nationally renowned sommelier, Marika Vida. Founded in 1902, Argentina’s Bodega Catena Zapata is known for its pioneering role in resurrecting Malbec and in discovering extreme high altitude terroirs in the Andean foothills of Mendoza.

Camp North End / $44 / 7-10 p.m.

Film + Feast

First, you’ll screen an episode of Chef’s Table featuring Dan Barber, his restaurant Blue Hill, and the origins of the farm-to-table movement. Then, you can enjoy hors d’oeuvres created by Freshlist chef partners, botanical beverages from Old North Shrub, teas from Trade and Lore CLT, and kombucha from Lenny Boy Brewing Co, honey from Renfrow Farms and fresh eggs from Wild Hope Farm while you learn about sustainable farming.

Queen City Home Store Pineville / First come, first serve / 6-8 p.m.

Jenn-Air Cooking Demo with Roots Catering & Cafe

Are you looking to update or remodel your kitchen soon or are you in the process? Join Queen City Home Store for wine and food by Chef Barbour of Roots Catering & Cafe. RSVP is required to attend this event. Seating is limited.

Shopping + Sale

Friday, April 20 - Sunday, April 22

Girl Tribe Pop Up

For the first time ever, the pop up shop will fill 2 days with 90+ local vendors (plus discounts), activities, music, food and drink in its new space at Girl Tribe Design District. The weekend kicks off with a preview night before launching Saturday morning with a VIP shopping session.

2116 Hawkins Street / $0-25 / Fri: 6-9 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun: 12-5 p.m.

Nightlife

Hilton Charlotte Center City / $65-$80 / 7-11 p.m.

Green Tie Gala: Triple Crown

Each year is a new theme and this year, UNC Charlotte is bringing the charm and elegance of the Kentucky Derby tradition to Uptown Charlotte. Expect live entertainment, dancing, mystery box auction, cocktail hour, plated dinner and more. This annual event helps to raise funds towards and awareness of needs-based student scholarships.

Lifestyle

Brixham Tent / Free / 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Ballantyne Earth Day Event

Stop by the Brixham Tent for Ballantyne’s annual Earth Day event featuring music, a farmer’s market, food truck fare, on-site dog adoptions, great giveaways and over 40 local green-friendly vendors. Free shredding and recycling opportunities begin at 7 a.m.

Bechtler Museum of Art / $250 or $140 for Bechtler Young Visionaries / 7-11 p.m.

Icon: The 2018 Bechtler Museum of Modern Art Gala

The Bechtler’s Gala is one of the most fun and engaging parties of the year, with an inspired menu and bar, compelling décor, entertainment throughout the museum and a silent auction. All proceeds from the gala benefit exhibitions and community outreach initiatives.

Grab Bag

Discovery Place Science / $10-$12 / 5-9 p.m.

Science on the Rocks: Nerd Olympics

Let your nerd flag fly with hands-on with science experiments, play with 3D-printed toys and compete in brain games and trivia to tap into your inner nerd. From pocket protectors to bow ties and high waters, come dressed to impress for our Nerdy Costume Contest. The crowd favorite will win a prize. Adults 21 and over only.

Pets

Independence Park / $5-$35 / 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Pet Palooza Festival & Walk

This annual event attracts thousands of pet lovers for a day of fundraising and fun. That day will include a vendor fair, adoption area, music, a picnic pavilion, food and beer trucks and activities for people and pets alike.

Ayrsley Commons (front lawn of Piedmont Social House) / Free / 1-6 p.m.

Taste of Ayrsley

Enjoy samples from local restaurants plus live music, children’s activities and unique shopping from craft vendors. Pick from a variety of food partners providing samples, coupons, and information. Festival wristbands must be purchased for all children’s activities and are available at the welcome booth.

UNC Charlotte / Free, reservation required / 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

UNC Charlotte Spring Open House

Take advantage of this opportunity to meet our faculty, staff and students to discuss your educational goals and get a real taste of campus life. Your day starts at the Resource Fair and overview of the day’s schedule. Following the welcome, choose 1 presentation from each of the 3 sessions or take advantage of a guided tour of campus and housing.

Fitness + Health

Camp North End / $10-$25 / 5K at 8 a.m. & Fun Run @ 8:45 a.m.

5K for JA

Lace up for the 2nd Annual 5K for JA Presented by Empower Retirement to benefit Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas. Choose from a 5K or Fun Run and afterwards, enjoy live music, food and awards in the Boiler Yard of Camp North End – all to support Junior Achievement.

Corner of 7th St. and Caldwell / $40-$55 / 12-6 p.m.

Jamaican Me Hoppy Craft Beer Festival

Bring your best vibe to enjoy over 20 breweries, 10 wineries, 5 distilleries, and 10 food trucks plus a live music lineup featuring artists like The Movement, Tomorrow’s Bad Seeds, and a special VIP-only performance by Sun-Dried Vibes. Other entertainment includes a kid magician, fire juggling experts, eating contests and more. All proceeds will benefit the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation.

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery / Free / 11 a.m.

Saturday, April 21 - Sunday, April 22

Louisiana Spring Fest

The festival will focus on authentic Louisiana cooking, so guest chef and Louisiana native Brett Harris will be boiling fresh crawdads flown in overnight direct from the bayou. The Biergarten will be strewn with Mardi Gras beads ready-to-wear, while Cajun, Bluegrass and Jazz music plays all day.

Do Good

NoDa Brewing Company / Free / 12-3 p.m.

VolunBEERing to Celebrate DO GOOD Week

Charlotte’s DO GOOD Week, presented by Duke Energy will conclude with an on-site volunteering event featuring a variety of local nonprofits with table-top hands-on volunteer activities. Enjoy sips from NoDa Brewing, live music, TIN Kitchen food truck and more. Plus a special appearance by Homer, the Charlotte Knights Stadium mascot

Shopping + Sale

Saturday, April 21 - Sunday, April 22

Palmetto Moon Charlotte Grand Opening Celebration

Stop by the new store for spin-to-win giveaways every 15 minutes with prizes like Palmetto Moon gift cards, as well as giveaways from popular brands like Simply Southern, YETI, Costa, Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Corkcicle and many more. The first 400 customers each day will receive a free 20 oz. YETI tumbler or tote with purchase.

SouthPark a Simon Mall / Free / Sat: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. & Sun: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Lifestyle

Graper Cosmetic Surgery / Free, RSVP required / 6 p.m.

Just Us Girls

Get the real scoop on what works and what doesn’t from the licensed medical aestheticians and certified nurse injectors. Find out about the products they love, test your skincare IQ and learn about the wrinkle retreat with injectables, including baby Botox. Enjoy refreshments, great giveaways and exclusive event specials.

Maggiano's SouthPark / $15-$40 / 6-8:30 p.m.

Ellevate Charlotte Networking, Panel & Screening of Miss Representation

Celebrate Ellevate Charlotte’s 3rd anniversary and Women’s History Month with a screening Miss Representation, a documentary exploring the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The night also includes networking and panel discussion with Molly Grantham and Kim Brattain.

Resident Culture Brewing Company / $10 / 6-9 p.m.

Films on Tap Presents: Beer & Film Pairing #7

Entry to the mini film festival includes a flight of beer + five local short films, served and screened one at a time as ‘pairings.’ They’ll also have live music from Chandler Martin, comedy from host Jason Allen King, food from Casa Food Truck and special guests Shrink Tank and ACEing Autism

Do Good