Whether you’re up for a stroll in the park, live music with a view, a tasty five course dinner or a run with a promise of wine at the finish line, there’s something for you going on this weekend in Charlotte. Here’s your round up and where to go and what to do:
‘Sunset at Metropolitan’ Fall Concert with the Gardiner Sisters
Thursday, Sept. 24
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. 24 – The Gardiner Sisters
Oct. 1 – Simplified
Oct. 8 – Liquid Pleasure
Multi-Course Chefs Dinner featuring El Enemigo Wines
Thursday, Sept. 24
The Asbury
A few of our favorite spots, Assorted Table Wine Shoppe, The Asbury and The Country Vintner, are hosting a Chef Inspired Multicourse Wine dinner featuring wine from El Enemigo Winery. Taste your way through the new line as you enjoy a lavish five course meal. View the full menu here and call 704.277.3234 to reserve your seat.
Festival in the Park
Thursday, 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.
Sterling Road Yard Sale
Saturday, Sept. 26 7am-noon
Several houses along Sterling Road in Myers Park are getting together to host yard sales all on the same Saturday. Â Hit this before you head over to the Festival in the Park – there’ll be lots of kids & babies items, furniture, antiques, and general garage sale finds.
7th Annual Mecktoberfest
Friday, Sept. 25-Sunday, Sept. 27
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
Come out and celebrate the best of German-style food, culture and beer at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery this weekend. Grab a seasonal Mecktoberfest brew, bring your furry friends, enjoy a bite off of their special Mecktoberfest food menu and enjoy the first official weekend of fall.
National Beer Mile
Saturday, September 26
NC Music Factory Festival Grounds
Three things we can get on board with: four beers, one mile and a killer after party. Lace up for the National Beer Mile, where you’ll break for a cold beer at each quarter mile. Run, walk or jog your way to the finish line, where an awesome after party will be starting up. Live music, bar games and more!
The Grape Taste of Morrison
Saturday, September 26
Morrison Shops
Talk about a few of our favorite things. This weekend Morrison is hosting The Grape Taste of Morrison, benefiting Sustain Charlotte. Enjoy complimentary wine and food samplings, exclusive sale items and register to win a $500 Morrison gift card.
Fall Harvest Cooking Class
Saturday, September 26
Bar Cocoa
Get into the Fall spirit with a Autumn themed class at Bar Cocoa. The yummy menu includes Apple Crostada with Cheddar Crust, Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies (gluten-free), Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Mascarpone Crème and Brown Sugar Custard with Spice-Poached Pears.
Uncorked Wine Fest
Saturday, Sept. 26
U.S. National Whitewater Center
It’s time to unwind at the Uncorked Wine Fest. Start the day off with the Wild Vine 5k and Half Marathon races and then sip the afternoon away with wine tastings from 15 wineries. There will also be live music from the main stage on Belmont Abbey Island.
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.
“Art You Eat” presented by McColl Center for Art + Innovation and The Asbury
Monday, Sept. 28
The Asbury
Art and food. I think the two go hand in hand. Dine on a menu inspired by the works of artists Isaac Payne, Ben Premeaux and Jason Watson in this one of a kind Asbury dinner in collaboration with the McColl Center. Enjoy three courses and passed appetizers, with wine pairings at an additional charge.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events in the QC:
Flywheel: 50% off Your First Month & Member Appreciation Week
Starting Monday, Sept. 28
Flywheel Charlotte
Starting Monday, 9/28 Flywheel will be be sending Unlimited Members 5 days of 5 gifts, to celebrate the company’s 5 years and to thank their most loyal CLT riders. Not a monthly member? It pays to sign up now: They’re giving you 50% off the first month of membership (with a three-month commitment), so click HERE to join in on the fun next week! (Enter code FLYMEMBER50 at checkout.)
4th Annual Pink Pint Night Event
Thursday, Oct. 1
NoDa Brewing Company
Kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month by drinking for a cause at one of Charlotte’s favorite breweries. NoDa Brewing Company is officially opening up the doors of its new location with live music, food trucks and a special pink brew. Don’t miss it!
