August is here and we are inching closer to back-to-school, which means its time to cross off the last few items on your summer bucket list. This week, there’s live music in the Garden, opportunities to celebrate your favorite local heroes and outdoor celebrations offering fun for everyone. The countdown is on and Charlotte is, as always, ready to deliver!
Thursday:
Joedance Film Festival
Thursday, August 5 – Saturday, August 7
Get your tickets for the 12th Annual Festival featuring short films from filmmakers with a connection to North & South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee.
Jazz at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Thursday, August 5, 6:00p – 8:00p
Enjoy the music of veteran trumpeter and flugelhornist Rob Zinn as he entertains guests with smooth jazz during an evening in the Garden. Registration is required for this event.
Wine Walk at Blakeney
Thursday, August 5, 6:00p – 8:00p
Part of a monthly Wine Walk series, this week’s event supports Second Harvest Food Bank’s Backpack Program. A $25 donation gives visitors access to select retailers in the shopping center while sampling wine and enjoying exclusive discounts and promotions.
LoSo Live at Queen Park Social
Thursday, August 5, 6:00p – 8:00p
Stop by and check out this new weekly concert series at Queen Park Social. Enjoy live music, multiple bars, special vendors, games and more!
2021 Hummingbird Week with Charlotte Mecklenburg Parks & Rec
Monday, August 2 – Saturday, August 7
Give these amazing winged creatures the respect and admiration they deserve during a weeklong celebration including in-person and online programs across Mecklenburg County.
Huntersville Week of Fun
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6
Still time to get in the back-to-school spirit with a week of exciting events and activities for all ages. Check the schedule for more information.
Friday:
Charlotte Burger Week
Friday, August 6 – Sunday, August 15
Wondering where to find the best burger in Charlotte? Decide for yourself during Charlotte Burger Week! With over 25 participating restaurants offering $6 speciality burgers, you are sure to discover a few new favorites.
Pilot Brewing 3rd Anniversary Celebration
Friday, August 6 – Sunday, August 8
Check out Charlotte’s own nano-brewery and help celebrate 3 years of small batch brewing success! The weekend’s festivities include the release of nine new beers, live art, music and a chili cook-off.
Carolina Panthers Fan Fest 2021
Friday, August 6
Show your pride for the home team and enjoy a day with the whole family at Bank of America Stadium
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:
Black Food Truck Friday – Stop by Sonesta Charlotte this week for a line-up of black owned Food Trucks and other vendors.
University City at Armored Cow Brewing – DeeJai Food Truck, Momo Truck, Perry’s a la Carte, ScratchKitchen CLT & Yappy Hour Bakery
Resident Culture Brewing Company – swing by for a collection of your favorite food trucks plus live music.
South End at Sycamore Brewing – a collection of local food truck favorites stop by each week.
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, J J Lange’s Beatz & Eatz, Carolina Smash, Dumpling Girls, Dan Good Que, Maggie Mae’s and Cremoso Cheesecake
Saturday:
Family First: Musical Theater with Harvey B. Gantt Center
Saturday, August 7, 12:00p
Introduce your kids to the magic of musical theater during this simple but fun workshop learning the basics of drama and how to channel creativity with Tiffany Bryant-Jackson. Registration is required.
RiverFest with Catawba River Keepers
Saturday, August 7, 12:00p – 5:00p
Hang out on the banks of the Catawba River in Belmont and enjoy an afternoon of live music, kayaking, educational programming, food trucks, local beer and more.
An Evening for the Animals at Rescue Ranch
Saturday, August 7, 6:00p
Enjoy an evening of dinner, dessert, silent auctions and animal ambassador meet and greets while supporting Rescue Ranch. Tickets available now.
Charlotte African American Festival at Spirit Square
Saturday, August 7, 10:00a – 10:00p
Celebrate the rich heritage and accomplishments of the African American community during this all-day event. Activities include live musical performances, dancers, drummers, speakers, vendors and more!
H20 for Heroes with Firehouse Subs
Saturday, August 7, all-day
Support local heroes this weekend with Firehouse Subs. Stop by, donate an unopened 24-pack of bottled water and get a free medium sub.
Sunday:
Lake Norman Fondo Bike Race
Sunday, August 8, 7:30a
Hop on your bike and join for either 75, 50 or 35 miles of road riding for a cause. If you aren’t quite ready to go the distance, stop by Davidson Green and cheer on the riders as they head out onto the course.
Next Week:
Grand Opening of Spare Time Pineville
Monday, August 9
Celebrate the grand opening of Spare Time in Pineville! The space is home to bowling, bars, arcades, laser tag, escape rooms and more fun for the entire family.
How to Talk About Race to Kids with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library
Tuesday, August 10, 12:00p
Join Outreach Coordinators from the Library for this Parent Lunch & Learn session about how to start critical conversations with children about race. Registration is required.
Save the Date:
Life’s a Beach Drag Brunch at The Artisan’s Palate
Saturday, August 14, 11:30a & 1:30p
Indulge in a fabulous brunch and support the Hearts Beat as One Foundation during one of two brunch seatings. Reservations are required and tickets are available now.
