It’s a busy fall weekend in the Queen City! From pre-Halloween Spooktaculars to and fun for Fido, we’ve got you covered with our round up of what to do and where to go this weekend in Charlotte. (Have an event you’d like to see listed? Here’s the scoop.)
Spooktacular at Morrison
Thursday, October 20
Morrison South Park
The whole family will love a trip to Morrison South Park on Thursday evening. This free event includes train rides, face painting, a balloon artist, pumpkin decorating and trick-or-treating throughout the shops.
Schiele After Hours: You’ve Been Cooking Wrong
Thursday, October 20
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Have you been doing it all wrong? Learn how you could be sabotaging your “healthy” recipes with less than ideal cooking methods, all backed by science. Your ticket includes a beverage, trivia and games and insight from experts on-site. $7 per person, $5 for museum members.
Arts in the Garden
Thursday, October 20
Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary
Under a beautiful fall sky, browse artwork from local artists in the picturesque Wing Haven Gardens. featured artists include painters Lesley Powell, Kim Ewert, Julie White, woodworker Reuben Hufham, jewelry artist Laura James, glassblower John Geci, ceramic artist Terry Shipley and iron artist Jack Schwarz. Portion of sales benefits Wing Haven programs.
Bechtler By Night: Dia de los Muertos
Friday, October 21
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art‎
Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at Bechtler By Night this Friday. Enjoy gallery tours, scavenger hunts, Bechtler bingo, light bites and a featured cocktail. Free admission from 5- 9 pm.
Science on the Rocks: Fright at the Museum
Friday, October 21
Discover Place Science
Break out your best costume for a Fright at the Museum. Join in on the fun with The Fear Factor Challenge, horrifying virtual reality experiences, spooky science experiments and live music. $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
7th Annual Dogtoberfest
Saturday, October 22
Jackalope Jack’s Restaurant & Bar
Beer festival season isn’t just for humans! Get Fido in on the fun at the 7th Annual Dogtoberfest. Both two-legged and four-legged participants can enjoy a costume contest, raffle drawings local vendors and much more.
Mixology with Bob Peters
Saturday, October 22
Earl’s Grocery
Mixologist Bob Peters leads this class on fall favorites from Fair Game Distillery in Pittsboro. Taste and learn about their liquors and apple, scuppernong, and peach wines. Free admission.
The Barber of Seville
October 22- October 30
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Rossini’s The Barber of Seville is coming to Charlotte this weekend. Enjoy the comic opera, where you’re sure to recognize a few of the melodies, October 22 through October 30.
Cooking Class: The Great Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 22
Upstream
There’s so much more to pumpkin than your weekly PSL. Discover the best ways to cook with fall’s favorite accessory and work it into your dinner rotation.
80th Anniversary Free Community Day at the Mint
Saturday, October 22
Mint Museum Locations
Help the Mint Museum celebrate their 80th anniversary with free admission at both locations. The party continues with interactive activities, arts and crafts, tours, food trucks and live music. Here’s to 80 more!
GUTS, Creatives Carving Wishes
Saturday, October 22
BB&T Ballpark
The most creatives minds are coming together to test their pumpkin-carving skills for a cause. This year’s GUTS contest and festival includes watching live-action pumpkin carving by the pros, trick-or-treating and voting for your top picks. Proceeds benefits the Make-A-Wish® Foundation. Tickets are $10 per person, children 12 and under are free.
Studio Cellar Fall Fest
Saturday, October 22
Studio Cellar
Get creative with your fall crafts this year with help from the Studio Cellar. This Saturday’s Fall Fest is the perfect time to paint your own pumpkin, take fun Halloween photos, get your face painted and enjoy a Studio Cellar painting class. Local beer, wide, wine and soda served on-site. Costumes encouraged!
Global Table Culinary Walking Tour
Saturday, October 22
East Charlotte
Walk your way through culinary destinations nears and far on the Global Table Culinary Walking Tour. Restaurants along North Sharon Amity Road and Central Avenue will open their doors to show off fresh ingredients and cooking techniques from around the world. $40 per person.
Open Streets 704
Sunday, October 23
Roads connecting Biddleville, Smallwood, Seversville, Wesley Heights, Fourth Ward, Wilmore, and SouthEnd.
What would Charlotte be like with no cars? Find out this Sunday afternoon at Open Streets 704. Walk and bike through the closed down streets lined with vendors. Enjoy everything from health vendors, live painting demonstrations, pumpkin carving, kids activities and more along the route.
7th Annual Dilworth/South End Chili Cook-Off
Sunday, October 23
Atherton Mill and Market
It’s the 7th Annual Chili Cook-off, hosted by two favorite Charlotte neighborhoods: Dilworth and South End. Come out and compete for the grand prize of come hungry to try them all and cast your vote. While you’re tasting, enjoy beer from local breweries, live music and more.
Day To Night Make-up Class at The Daily Details
Tuesday, October 25
The Daily Details
It’s time to step up your daily beauty routine. Get tips from the experts and learn how to take your look from day to night in this intimate and hands-on class. $40 per person. Get the full scoop and book your spot here.
Mark your calendar!
Bootox Spectacular
Thursday, October 26- Friday, October 27
Dermatology Laser & Vein Specialists of the Carolinas
Everyone’s favorite fall beauty savings event, BOOTOX, returns to Dermatology Laser & Vein Specialists of the Carolinas at the end of this month.
For their 9th Annual Bootox, DLVSC has TWO days of major treats in store for us, with big savings on non-surgical and cosmetic services, vendor demos & freebies, lots of giveaways and, of course, drinks and hors d’oeuvres all day. Get the full scoop here!
Casino Party and Auction to Support The Duke Mansion
Friday, October 28
The Duke Mansion
Get your poker face ready for a night of dancing, games and fabulous food and drinks. Casino Night features authentic casino games, a silent auction, live music and more, all benefitting the Preservation Society for The Duke Mansion. $75 per person, $25 tax deductible. Complimentary for Preservation Members.
