Alright ladies. We know it’s getting really busy. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up all the Charlotte happenings this week that are worth your attention. Here’s the lowdown on where to go and what to do this weekend and next week:
Southern Sauce Festival & Charlotte Beerfest
Friday, September 18-Saturday, September 19
Romare Bearden Park and BB&T Ballpark
3 Bands, 200+ Beers. The Gin Blossoms. What more do you need to know?
ENTER TO WIN TWO TICKETS HERE!
It’s back and better than ever. This year, the minds behind Charlotte’s favorite beerfest & BBQ festival are joining forces to bring us the Southern Sauce Festival: two days celebrating all that’s great about the South. It kicks off Friday with an all-day BBQ festival in Romare Bearden Park. Taste, try and vote for favorites through Saturday afternoon.
Then keep the party going by getting your tickets to Charlotte Beerfest (or win them here!) on Saturday night. Sample from the almost 300 beers they’ll be pouring, enjoy the beautiful view from the ballpark and take in live music from Simplified and The Gin Blossoms.
‘Sunset at Metropolitan’ Fall Concert Series
Beginning Sept. 17
Metropolitan
It’s back! Make plans to jam out to live music each Thursday this Fall at the Metropolitan. ‘Sunset at Metropolitan’ opens up again Sept. 17 and runs through Oct. 8. Enjoy the beautiful cool weather, specials from Metropolitan restaurants and the sounds of your favorite hits. Here’s the line-up:
Sept. 17 – Dead 27s
Sept. 24 – The Gardiner Sisters
Oct. 1 – Simplified
Oct. 8 – Liquid Pleasure”
Biggest Pet Adoption Event Ever – The Mega 500 Adopt-a-thon at Metrolina
Sept 18-20
Metrolina Expo
“Art Strokes Out Cancer” Art Auction
Thursday, Sept. 17
The Gallery South End
Enjoy one of South End’s newest finds and support a great cause at the “Art Strokes Out Cancer” Art Auction. The Joedance Film Festival and The Gallery at South End are teaming up to showcase art by Abstract Artist William Antonio, and are donating 30% of all art sales and bar sales to Joedance, a non-profit that supports local pediatric cancer research at Carolinas Healthcare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital.
Science on the Rocks
Friday, Sept. 18
Discovery Place
Big hair, acid wash jeans and…shoulder pads. Good or bad, Discovery Place is celebrating all things 80’s at this Friday’s edition of Science on the Rocks. This adults-only night at the museum features video games, old school Richard Simmons workouts, a 80’s outfit contest and more!
Charlotte Symphony Pops: Singin’ in the Rain
Friday, Sept. 18-Saturday, Sept. 19
Belk Theater
Charlotte Symphony Pops is back with one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Celebrate what you love about Singing’ in the Rain by hearing the score live by the Charlotte Symphony.
Grape Stomp Harvest Party
Friday, September 18
Childress Vineyards
It’s a whole new side of wine! Come stomp it out at Childress Vineyards’ Grape Stomp Harvest Party this Friday night. Admission includes a souvenir wine glass, live music and a tasting of Childress favorites.
North Carolina Classic
Saturday, Sept. 19
Westin Hotel Uptown Charlotte
Watch dancers from all over the country compete in the North Carolina Classic this weekend in Uptown. There’s over $20,000 in prize money and scholarships at stake, see who will take home top honors! Attendees will also be able to enjoy a professional show by Vladislav Shakhov & Ekaterina Popova, United States Rising Star Professional Ballroom Champions.
10th Annual Festa Italiana 2015
Saturday, Sept. 19
Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery
Take a trip to the Italian countryside with this Saturday’s Festa Italiana at Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery. Now in its 10th year, this festival is sure to live up to its reputation: great food, live music and wine. Ah, La Dolce Vita.
2015 Greater Charlotte Heart Walk
Saturday, Sept. 19
Uptown Charlotte
Did you know that heart disease is a top killer of U.S. women? Join the cause with the American Heart Association of Charlotte’s annual Heart Walk. From the center of Uptown they’ll walk across town raising money and awareness of this very important cause. Register here!
8th Annual Pitchin’ for Wishes Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, Sept. 19
Freedom Park
Saturday, Sept. 19
Snap Fitness
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events in the QC:
Chateau Montelena
Monday, Sept. 28
Bonterra Dining and Wine Room
Five courses plus passed hors d’oeuvres, each paired with a selection from the stellar cellars of Napa Valley’s award winning CHATEAU MONTELENA winery. The best news? This is just ONE of the dinners Bonterra is hosting this season. Learn all about them here.
Festival in the Park
Friday, Sept. 24-Sunday, Sept. 27
Freedom Park
It’s the 51st annual Festival in the Park coming up at Freedom Park. Enjoy art, food, craft vendors along with kids activities and more while celebrating the beautiful early fall weather.
