Temperatures are high but so are our spirits as we continue to celebrate the return of a ‘normal’ summer and all of the events and celebrations that go with it. Enjoy a great meal (or a few!), get inspired by local artists and performers or test out a new hobby as you head into another week in the Queen City.
On-Going this Week:
Queen’s Feast Charlotte Restaurant Week
July 16 – 25
Clear your schedule and make your reservations now for everyone’s favorite week in Charlotte – Queen’s Feast is back!
One Last Visit to Earl’s Grocery
Charlotte staple, Earl’s Grocery, will sadly be closing its doors for good this month – so make one last visit to this iconic store if you can. The kitchen will close on July 17 with the grocery closing on July 24.
Reasons to Be Cheerful at SoCo Gallery
On Exhibit until Saturday, August 7
Curated by Charlotte-based artist, Holly Keough, the exhibition includes recent paintings, mixed media and performances by eleven Goodyear Arts artists. The exhibition will be on-display at SoCo Gallery.
Charlotte Area Farm Crawl
Now through August 31
Grab a passport and start exploring Charlotte area farms including Good Karma Ranch, McLawlands Farm, Dallas Lavender Lane and Midland Farm. Visitors who get their passport stamped at all four locations will be entered into a raffle for gifts from each farm.
Charlotte Black Pride Week
Now through Sunday, July 18
There’s a lot to choose from during this week-long celebration including the Ms. Charlotte Pageant, Centerstage, The Sky Line Brunch and more. Check the schedule of events for all Black Pride Week has to offer!
South Carolina Peach Festival
Now through Sunday, July 18
Head down to Gaffney, SC and celebrate one of the south’s favorite fruits. The weekend is full of events including a talent show, live music, carnival rides, the Peach Festival Parade and more.
Thursday:
La Bestia at Booth Playhouse
Thursday, July 15 – Saturday, July 17
Charlotte’s premier circus troupe will perform this innovative, new work of acrobatics and spoken word. Tickets are now available for this family-friendly show.
Sewing Circles with Janet Loren Hill at McColl Center
Thursday, July 15 & Friday, July 16, 6:00p
Join artist Janet Loren Hill for a sewing circle and contribute to a group parachute that will be activated during a future Open Studio event. Basic sewing skills are helpful but not required.
Parent Lunch & Learn with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Thursday, July 15, 12:00p
Parents and caregivers are invited to join in for this program about living and learning with toddlers. Registration is required.
Friday:
Queen City Comedy Spotlight at Stage Door Theater
Friday, July 16, 8:00p
Sit back, relax and get ready to laugh during the show spotlighting local talent from Charlotte and around the Carolinas. Tickets available now.
Food Truck Fridays
Start your weekend with a stop at one of the many Food Truck Friday events going on around Charlotte every week. Here’s a few you might try:
South End at Sycamore Brewing – a collection of local food truck favorites stop by each week
University City at Armored Cow Brewing – Mogogo, Soul Miners Garden, Waffle Tasteries, Scratch Kitchen CLT & Jack Treat
Resident Culture Brewing Company – swing by for a collection of your favorite food trucks plus live music
West End at Blue Blaze Brewing – a rotating list of dinner and dessert options on-site each week
Cabarrus County at Cabarrus Brewing Co. – Plant 6 Provisions, Big City Bites, Stick it 2 You, Ace of Spuds, Taco Green-Go, Mottzarellas, Da Krab Joint and Sprinkles
Saturday:
Shopping Under the Stars at Nebel’s Alley Night Market
Saturday, July 17, 4:00p – 10:00p
Enjoy an evening of shopping under the stars at the Design Center in South End. Grab dinner, enjoy live music and shop local makers, vintage treasures and other small businesses.
Blood Drive with OneBlood + Carowinds
Saturday, July 17
Donate blood at one of a variety of locations around the Charlotte area and receive free admission to Carowinds and a beach towel. Check the schedule for location information and to book an appointment.
Summer Course: Cyanotype on Photos at The Light Factory Photo Arts Center
Saturday, July 17, 2:00p
Learn about one of the oldest forms of photo processing and create your own cyanotype using a favorite photo. Registration is required.
Lobster Fest at Sycamore Brewing
Saturday, July 17, 12:00p – 10:00p
Come out to the brewery and enjoy lobster almost anyway you can imagine it! Fresh beer and live music round out the crustacean celebration.
Save the Date:
30Six NoDa Block Party
FRIDAY, JULY 23, 2021 5 PM – 9 PM
Block Party featuring live music, local pop up shops, and food trucks!
Foodtrucks:
TacoGreenGO
Momo Food Truck
Island Boys
Roddey’s BBQ
Pop up Shops:
Fairwicks Candles
Pink Daisy Candle Body Company
Jewelry By Ang
Originate Jewelry
Delgados Fuego
Toushea Body Boutique
Band: Wag the Dog
Breweries: Salud Cerveceria
Wooden Robot
Pilot Brewery
Jumping the Broom Wedding + Bridal Expo with Charlotte Black Owned
Saturday, July 24, 11:00a
Connect with wedding industry professionals and find everything you need to make your big day memorable. Tickets available now.
