It’s time to soak in those last few lazy days of summer and get ready for early mornings and longer commutes. Luckily there are lots of ways to do that this week including family movie nights, trail runs and beach-themed brunches. Back to school means something different for everyone but we can all agree that summer in Charlotte is something to be enjoyed to the very last minute!
Thursday:
Beauty Happy Hour at Selenite Beauty
Thursday, August 12, 5:00p – 7:00p
Stop by the store and learn about the latest beauty trends and new releases, enjoy complimentary drinks and 15% select products.
Family Movie Night at Protagonist LoSo
Thursday, August 12, 6:00p
Summer nights are fading fast, so spend one at Protagonist for Thursday movie night. The movie is a mystery but promises to be one the whole family can enjoy.
River Jam Run: Race Edition at USNWC
Thursday, August 12, 5:30p – 8:00p
Hit the trails for August’s River Jam Run race. Take the course anytime starting at 5:30p and enjoy a relaxing evening at the Whitewater Center as your reward. Registration is required.
Friday:
Yoga at Immersive Van Gogh
Classes available starting Friday, August 13
Challenge your body and inspire your mind during this multi-sensory yoga experience. All experience levels are welcome and registration is required.
Opening Night of Landscape NC with Charlotte Art League
Friday, August 13, 6:00p – 9:00p
See the great state of North Carolina from the point of view of local artists. Enjoy a live painting demonstration, musical entertainment and participate in a collaborative 3D landscape project.
Davidson Fan Fest
Friday, August 13, 5:30p – 8:30p
Show your support for the Davidson Wildcats and celebrate the return of college sports! Family friendly activities include meet and greets with student athletes, games, food trucks and more.
Miles & Music at NoDa Brewing
Friday, August 13, 6:00p – 9:30p
Get your running gear ready for the final installment of Miles & Music. Hit the road for a timed mile then stick around the brewery for live music and a cold drink. Registration is required for the race.
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 West Complex this week for a line-up of black owned Food Trucks and other vendors
University City at Armored Cow Brewing – A Piece of Havana, Mogogo, Strudelteig, ScratchKitchen CLT and Jack Treats
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, Bad Mother Smokers, Sandwich Express, Taco Green-Go, The Garbage Truck, Nacho Average Truck and Donut I Love You
Saturday:
Wild Wings! Hummingbird Banding at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Saturday, August 14, 9:00a – 3:00p
Watch as biologist Susan Campbell captures, bands and releases hummingbirds for research and learn how to attract these amazing birds and keep them coming back. Tickets are available now.
Restaurant Week at Birkdale Village
Saturday, August 14 – Saturday, August 21
Find a new flavor or settle in with an old favorite during Birkdale Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants will serve a prix fixe lunch or dinner menu. Reservations are suggested.
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.
Queen City Back to School Festival
Saturday, August 14, 21 & 28, 12:00p – 6:00p
Help Charlotte children start the school year off right and celebrate the end of summer! Live music, performances and kid-friendly activities will be on-site and school supply donations will be accepted during all three days of the Festival.
Charlotte Cuban Festival
Saturday, August 14, 3:00p – 10:00p
Celebrate the culture, food and music of Cuba with A Piece of Havana. Enjoy live music, traditions, arts & crafts and more! Tickets are available now.
Next Week:
UNCC Ellis Reed Parlier Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser with Kendra Scott
Monday, August 16 – Tuesday, August 17
Shop Kendra Scott in-store or online during this two day window and 20% of all proceeds will go towards the Ellis Reed Parlier Memorial Scholarship. Pre-orders are available via phone leading up to the event.
Suffrage 101: A Virtual Panel with Main Street Books
Wednesday, August 18, 7:00p
Mark the 101st anniversary of women’s suffrage and dive deeper into the complexities of the movement. The event is free to attend but registration is required.
Save the Date:
Great Wagon Road Dinner at Historic Rural Hill
Thursday, August 19, 7:00p
Get ready for an evening of history with local historian Kris Manley and whiskey from Great Wagon Road Distilling while supporting Historic Rural Hill. Tickets are available now!
Opera Carolina 2021-22 Season
Tickets on sale now
Intermission is over and Opera Carolina is back on-stage starting this fall! Tickets are on-sale now for a variety of shows including ‘I Dream’ coming in September.
