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Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including festivals and live music
Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including festivals and live music Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including festivals and live music

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The Carolina Nationals will be held September 23-26. There are pit passes for every ticket, and weekend passes start at $299.

FRIDAY, September 16

There is a limit to the number of items that can be purchased. There was mostly sunny weather. There was no chance of rain.

Suffolk Brewing is having a music festival with live music from the Nick Hickman Band. There is no cost. A time of 8pm. Details are available.

At The Music Yard you can enjoy live music on a lawn, beer and wine, and a full bar. 6 pm and 11 pm. There are tickets starting at $10.

The official Charlotte album release concert will be held at the Booth Playhouse at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. There are details about 8pm.

Become immersed in a sensory experience through interactive and walk in sculptures. Between 9:30am to 6:30pm. Details are given.

Blackstar Symphony: The Music of David Bowie is a world premiere that features a singular interpretation of the music of Blackstar, a collaboration led by Conductor Tim Davie and The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. There are some details.

The Charlotte International Arts Festival is an annual celebration of imaginative visual and performing arts from the most creative international and local minds. It was free. Details are available.

There is an in-person benefit at the Mint Museum where you can gather on the lawn to enjoy international themed music and auction items. 6:30pm-9pm.

Little Feat at Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts is a fusion of a broad range of styles and genres with first-rate musicians. There is an event happening at 8pm. There are details

The premiere Fall beer festival with food and music will be held at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery and Biergarten. There are details at 11am and 11pm.

Skiptown has a 90’s night where you can try a specialty cocktail or a new slushie. The owner of a dog who is in a 90’s fit will receive a free pup paccino. 6 pm. Details about the event.

SATURDAY, September 17

There is a limit to the number of items that can be purchased. There was mostly sunny weather. There was no chance of rain.

At the Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas at Truist Field, you can learn and enjoy an experience into Latin American cultures with local cuisine, traditional live dances and live music. 3 pm. Details are available.

There is a FestiFall Market at Divine Barrel Brewing where you can find 70 small businesses. Enjoy music, beer, and cocktails all afternoon while you try new items from food trucks. They are free. 0-6pm. There are some details.

The New Bern St. Light Rail Station needs volunteers to pick up litter. There is a free drink sponsored by U.S. Bank at the I Heart Rail Trail event. 10am to 12pm. Details are provided.

Bassem Youssef, host of the popular TV show Al Bernameg, will give a comedy performance at Booth Playhouse. 9 pm. Details about the event.

The cast of the most sought-after award-winning flamenco artists in the U.S. and Europe perform at Tablao Flamenco at Bearden Park. There is no cost. Multiple showings begin at 12pm. Details are given.

The Presidents Cup is coming to Charlotte and to celebrate you can crawl around South End. Prizes include gift cards, Halloween Pub Crawl tickets, and Presidents Cup tickets. 4:30- 10 pm. Details are given.

You can adopt a dog from Halfway There Rescue at the Dog Days of Summer Block Party. People who tour The Winnifred during the event and lease within 24 hours will be eligible for specials at Shops at The Winnifred. It is free. 11am to 3 pm. Details are available.

The 58th Annual Festival in the Park at Freedom Park is an event that brings the community together for a family friendly event with food, music and artwork. 10am-5pm. Details are available.

The 4000+ person event at Camp North End supports vegan and vegan-friendly businesses. The event will feature a variety of vegan foods, local vegan restaurants and food trucks, local vendors, live music, speakers, nutrition experts, vegan cooking demonstrations, free prizes, and gift bags. A time of 12pm. The details are there.

The perfect outfit for the Presidents Cup can be found in the Fan Shop. You can catch a shuttle from the high school to the club. 9am-5pm every day. Details are given.

Start your morning with a 50-minute workout with local fitness expertOlivia Morgan for core strength, mobility, flexibility, and high-intensity interval training through body-weight exercises. It’s free. 9-11am. There are some details.

SUNDAY, September 18

There is a limit to the number of things that can be said about 87. It was mostly sunny. There is a 10% chance of precipitation.

The Best of Charlotte Bridal Show features a selection of wedding vendors, interactive experiences, food, and drinks, and is $5-$40. The time is 4-7pm. Details of the event.

There is a Hip Hop dance showcase that incorporates story-telling, comedy, live musicians, and even an interactive game show. There are times when it is different. There are details

The Duke Mansion has a Music in the Garden Series where you can relax and enjoy a cocktail while listening to live music. 7pm. There are details

There is a wide variety of drinks at the festival. 1-2 pm. Details are available.

The weekend will be filled with interactive workshops, vendors, food, live music, and a market that will help you get your body back in alignment. It was free. The time is 3:22 pm. Details are given.

There will be two food trucks, a dessert truck and a coffee truck at the monthly pop-up that will feature 35+ local artists and makers. The Protagonist will serve alcohol. It’s free. 12-5 pm Details about the event.

The Sunday Dinner at Mattie’s Front Porch features Low-Country and Southern coastal cuisine. Old fashioned chicken pot pie, turnip greens & pepper vinaigrette, and red velvet cake are just some of the classics that will be included in the dining experience. 3PM. Details are given.