This weekend in Charlotte, NC

FICC is holding a yard sale fundraiser to support its annual mission trip. All proceeds benefit this effort. Donations and support are welcome to help share the love of Jesus, with a reference to Matthew 28:19-20.

The Cotswold Farmers Market is a small local community market set in a church parking lot. It offers the same variety of goodies you would find at a larger farmers market.

An old-time music jam takes place at Carl J. McEwen Historic Village. Participants meet at the gazebo behind the Ashcraft One Room Schoolhouse in the center of the site. In case of bad weather, the gathering moves indoors. For more information, contact Nancy Wielunski at theMommyW@aol.com.

Stop in to browse and shop while discovering the latest from local artists. See what is new and find fresh work to take home.

Repair Café at Innovation Barn offers a free, hands-on community repair experience where neighbors work together to fix broken household items, build basic DIY skills, and keep usable goods out of the landfill. Participants collaborate with experienced volunteer repair coaches who help diagnose issues and guide repairs, and no prior repair experience is required. Bring your items and plan to stay with them for the entire process since this is a collaborative session, not a drop-off service. Volunteers bring tools and have experience across many common household fixes. Some replacement parts may be available, though not all repairs can be completed on the spot. If a specialty part is needed, the item can be brought back to a future Repair Café once the part is obtained. Safety guidelines apply. Hazardous or dangerous items are not accepted, including firearms and microwaves. Volunteers are skilled community repairers rather than licensed specialists, and highly specialized needs such as fine art restoration should be handled by a professional. Everyone must remain with their item during the repair. Those interested in serving as volunteer repair coaches can email charlotte@repaircafenc.org. Repair Café is part of a global movement founded in Amsterdam in 2009, now with more than 3,000 locations worldwide. Repair Café Charlotte began in 2024 and continues to host regular gatherings at Innovation Barn.

Experience a free, all-level yoga session on the outdoor turf, hosted by Yonder Yoga, with fresh air and the lively Plaza Midwood vibe. This community-centered flow is designed to help you reset and connect with the local community in central Commonwealth. Registration is required through the Yonder Yoga app, and participants should bring their own mat.

Celebrate Charlotte’s small business community at a monthly SouthPark market presented by Shop Local QC. Set on the green next to Legion Brewing, the event hosts 30 makers and independent shops, blending beloved returning vendors with new participants each month. Visitors can browse handmade pieces and thoughtfully curated finds, enjoy a lively, community centered atmosphere, and take in the neighborhood charm that makes this part of Charlotte so popular.

Looka That Festival Right There arrives in the Queen City for a lively community gathering at University City Lake in Charlotte. Attendees can explore a variety of vendor booths, enjoy plenty of food, and spend time with family and friends. The Avon Man, Timothy Brown, will be there featuring Skin So Soft products. The festival is hosted by Bernard Hardison.

Charlotte welcomes a Brunch with Bosses tour stop that gathers driven women for a brunch focused on meaningful connection and growth. Rather than swapping business cards, the experience features thoughtful conversation, purposeful networking, and leadership takeaways in an environment that encourages bigger thinking. Attendees can leave with new contacts, fresh perspectives, and momentum for their next big move. Capacity is limited.

Enjoy an easygoing afternoon in the alley at Fonta Flora Brewery at Optimist Hall, where local creativity pairs with great beer. Explore a changing lineup of artisans and small businesses sharing handmade goods, artwork, gifts, and surprising finds. Take your time, sip a beverage, chat with makers, and soak in the relaxed atmosphere. It is well suited for casual hangouts and low key shopping while supporting local talent. Admission is free.

Garden Couture presents a back-to-school fundraiser fashion showcase that spotlights youth and adult students from the Stitched With Purpose sewing program as they take the runway with their handmade designs. This celebration of growth, purpose, creativity, and transformation through sewing education features looks ranging from first projects to custom garments, each reflecting dedication, courage, skill building, and self-expression. Guests can expect original pieces on the runway, student designer highlights, music and a welcoming community atmosphere, opportunities to shop with vendors, refreshments and photo moments, and ways to contribute to future sewing classes and community programs. Every ticket supports accessible sewing education, mentorship, creativity, and life skills for children, teens, and adults. Proceeds help provide sewing supplies and fabric, student scholarships, sewing machines and equipment, youth enrichment programming, community sewing workshops, and the continued expansion of the Stitched With Purpose program. Suggested attire includes back-to-school chic, garden glam, or fashionable cocktail wear. Celebrate talent, confidence, and purpose one stitch at a time.

Queen City Tequila Fest & Day Party brings an upbeat, in-person celebration to Blush CLT, pairing lively energy with flavorful pours and a social crowd. Guests can explore a flight of three celebrity tequilas for $25, featuring brands tied to well-known names including Cincoro from Michael Jordan, 818 from Kendall Jenner, Casamigos from George Clooney, Teremana from The Rock, Deleon from P. Diddy, Codigo 1530 from George Strait, Casa Noble from Carlos Santana, Santo from Guy Fieri, Lobos from LeBron James, and Calirosa from Adam Levine. Music sets roll through the day with 90s hip hop, 90s R&B, 2000s hip hop, line dance favorites, 2000s R&B, more hip hop, and classic R&B, creating a soundtrack for mingling and dancing. Da Bearded Brothaz Eatery will be on site with a seafood menu from their food truck. Whether discovering tequila for the first time or savoring longtime favorites, expect a vibrant atmosphere, great music, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

Explore Charlotte’s second oldest house with a guided tour of the 1815 Historic Rosedale, a 15-room federal-era home. Knowledgeable interpreters share insights into life during the antebellum era while highlighting architecture and decorative arts in the restored house museum. The experience also includes a look at the African American Legacy Project and current revolving exhibits. Plan about 15 minutes to park and check in at the Welcome Center. Tours begin promptly and run approximately 50 to 60 minutes. Allow extra time to stroll the gardens, grounds, and reconstructed blacksmith shop on your own, with many visitors spending 15 to 30 minutes or more. Booking tickets in advance is recommended. Guided house tour tickets include admission to the grounds, so there is no separate grounds fee. Tours are offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and most Saturdays, rain or shine, and refunds are not available.

SOUL FOOD || THE ALL R&B VIBEZ FESTIVAL brings together R&B classics, soulful vibes, and lively energy for a full festival experience. Expect live performances, food vendors, games, and full-service bars, plus VIP cabanas. Gates open at 2:00 PM, and there are multiple bars on site. Tickets are for general admission, with VIP and VIP+ options also available.

Settle in for a calming session that begins with guided meditation to cultivate mindfulness, clear the mind, and ease stress. Afterward, sink into a restorative sound bath as vibrations from crystal singing bowls, chimes, drums, and other instruments wash over you. Led by Shannon, this experience invites quiet focus and gentle relaxation.

A pre-game gathering in the Diamond’s Direct Luxury Lounge leads into a Charlotte Knights matchup, with fireworks to follow after the game. It is a chance for T1D families to meet one another and cheer together from the stands. Tickets are available, and questions can be directed to Ruth Polomsky at rpolomsky@breakthrought1d.org.

Underground Carolina Wrestling brings live professional wrestling to Norfolk Hall at Suffolk Punch Brewing in Charlotte. Expect hard-hitting bouts, larger-than-life personalities, and family-friendly entertainment in support of a local cause. Admission is $10, and anyone who brings a school supply item receives half off entry. All donated supplies will help kids through the Safe alliance of greater Charlotte.

Johnny Suspect appears at Vintner Wine Market, a local wine market known for tasty food and friendly staff.

Charlotte Crown faces Savannah Steel at Bojangles' Coliseum for a high-intensity matchup. Expect an uptempo style, hard-nosed battles, and smart in-game adjustments that can shift momentum in a hurry. Fans who enjoy tightly contested games and the buzz of a spirited home crowd can look forward to an exciting night of competition.

Rastacoustic returns to the Visulite Theatre with a blend of roots reggae shaped by jazz, funk, and jam influences. Based in Boone, North Carolina, the group draws inspiration from the Blue Ridge Mountains and Jamaica’s Blue Mountains to create a unique sound. The quartet features Peter Brown on keys, guitar, and vocals, Justin Butler on guitar and vocals, Kevin Freeman on bass, and Lucas Moomaw on drums and percussion, musicians who have performed across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Japan. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the show. Their mission is to build community and celebrate life through uplifting music.

Sounds of Summer brings live music to Blakeney Town Center with a performance by the Nate Dowdy Trio. Presented by Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, the series also includes the Nathan C. Davis Trio, the Fred Heintz Duo, and the Ben Mignogna Duo. Guests may bring lawn chairs and blankets and spend time with family and friends, with options for shopping and dining nearby.

Enjoy an immersive Spanish music experience with Eduardo de Rosamaria’s flamenco ensemble, featuring guitar, flute, percussion, vocals, and a flamenco dancer. The program highlights traditional flamenco styles, a tribute to Paco de Lucía, and rumba flamenco classics, with special staging inspired by an intimate tablao-style flamenco club setting. This event is presented in both Spanish and English.

Catch TRHÄ and Saidan live at The Milestone in Charlotte, with Barbelith, Buried Asunder, and nihilist milita also on the lineup.

Enjoy an evening of live music as the Dustin Yager Trio performs, featuring Doug Grabowski on bass and Jon Rand on drums.

Organ Fairchild brings its nationally touring instrumental jam firepower to Smokey Joe’s Cafe/Bar in Charlotte for a high energy night. Advance tickets are strongly encouraged. General admission is $12.50 with fees included. A $60 VIP option is limited to just 10 tickets and includes a soundboard recording of the performance, a handwritten signed setlist, and a limited edition 5th Anniversary mug available only with this package. This fast-rising New York trio merges the drive of a rock band with the soul of an organ combo, drawing on influences such as the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers, the Meters, Steely Dan, and Medeski Martin & Wood. They perform entirely instrumentally and without a bass player, yet still hold the room with their groove and dynamics. Recognition includes being voted New York’s top emerging band in 2021, becoming official artists on nugs.net, reaching number one on the Relix/Jambands.com National Radio Charts in April 2026, recording with Jorma Kaukonen, and earning interview and airplay on the SiriusXM Grateful Dead Channel. The group has notched sit-ins with moe., Maggie Rose, Andy Frasco, and members of Tedeschi Trucks Band, been featured on Spotify’s Instrumental Funk playlist, and appeared at major festivals including New Orleans Jazz Fest, Dark Star Jubilee, FloydFest, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, Borderland Music + Arts Festival, Domefest, moe.down, and Finger Lakes GrassRoots. Critics highlight the band’s blend of classic organ-driven funk and exploratory jam traditions, praising their propulsive originals along with standout interpretations of Grateful Dead material.

This weather-dependent group ride sets out from the Sun & Ski Sports Charlotte store and welcomes cyclists of all experience levels. The route rolls through South Charlotte, Waxhaw, Marvin, and into Lancaster County, offering a mix of terrain and sections that share the road with urban traffic. Multiple pace groups head out in short intervals so participants can choose the speed and distance that fit best, ranging from advanced efforts with no planned regroup to steady intermediate options that include a rest stop and occasional regrouping. A beginner-friendly, no-drop option at a conversational pace may be added when leaders and interest are confirmed. Before the rollout, the store opens for restroom access, quick purchases, and basic mechanical help, with last minute essentials available for credit card purchase. The ride focuses on fitness, skill building, and camaraderie within the cycling community. Helmets are required. Road bikes are strongly recommended, and front and rear lights, along with glasses and gloves, are encouraged. Riders are responsible for their own hydration and nutrition, should know basic fixes such as flat repair and brake adjustments, and are expected to understand the route or have it loaded to a device in case of separation. Ride predictably, keep at least one hand on the bars at all times, and never cross the yellow line. Carry a cell phone and emergency contact information for unexpected situations. Cycling carries inherent risks, and each participant is solely responsible for personal safety before, during, and after the ride.

This event offers preventive and wellness care for cats and dogs, including vaccinations, flea, tick, and heartworm prevention, consultations for allergies and ear infections, deworming, and testing for feline leukemia and FIV. Guests can also explore unique educational articles, take part in consultation sessions with the doctors, and receive follow-up communication with helpful information. The focus is on caring for pets and supporting the people who look after them.

Explore the world of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton with a guided tour at The Mint Museum Randolph. In the Portals to the Past galleries, discover how artworks reflect Regency society through themes of hierarchy, etiquette, romance, and the intrigues of the elite. The experience draws connections to the Bridgerton family’s story as the eight siblings step into London high society and navigate the pressures of the social season and the marriage market.

Players 16 and older can take part in a weekly Pokémon league that welcomes every experience level. A friendly community is ready to help newcomers get started. New players are encouraged to set up a Pokémon ID in advance or arrive about 30 minutes early for assistance with creating one. Entry is $10. Each participant receives a guaranteed pack of their choosing, plus an exclusive Prize Pack for each win.

An energetic patio party spotlighting Charlotte's respected electronic music DJs and producers, featuring big sound, a lively setting, and a friendly crowd. The focus is on dancing and good vibes. It takes place every second and fourth Sunday.

Antonia Bennett leads a centennial celebration honoring the life, music, and jazz legacy of Tony Bennett, joined by guests Joe Gransden and the Noel Freidline Trio. This tribute reflects on a remarkable Great American story and the centennial of his birth, recognizing his unparalleled career as a pre-eminent singer across the 20th and 21st centuries. His artistry continues to resonate with audiences of all ages, and this event salutes that enduring influence.

A bluegrass jam takes place at VFW Post 9488. Those interested can stop in or email Greg Clarke at gregmclarke@gmail.com.

Catch Bronco live for an evening of Mexican music, including mariachi, cumbia, and grupera sounds. The show is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM at Ovens Auditorium in Charlotte.