Wave goodbye to August and welcome September with any number of festivities going on in the Queen City. Get an exclusive menu delivered right to your door, enjoy a low country boil, take a Budbreak in Mount Airy or celebrate the opening of a new exhibition at SoCo Gallery. Your to-do list is sure to get longer with all there is happening in Charlotte this week!
EDITOR’S NOTE: At scoop, we believe in being vaccinated and wearing masks to protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. Please check the weblinks for the events listed to be sure you understand the safety precautions being taken, and don’t attend a gathering you believe will be unsafe.Â
Thursday:
Clear the Shelters Pet Adoption Drive
Now through Saturday, September 18
Looking to add a four legged friend to your family? Visit a local Charlotte animal rescue this month and help clear the shelters! Find more information and a participating shelter on the website.
ChowNow Loves Local: Charlotte
Thursday, August 26 – Sunday, August 29
Order from ChowNow this weekend and pick from an exclusive line-up of BBQ Sandwiches from local favorites. Participating restaurants include Horace’s Hot Fried Chicken, JJ’s Red Hots, Lincoln’s Haberdashery, Mert’s Heart & Soul and Reid’s Fine Foods.
Friday:
Haute Asiko Fashion Show at The Harvey B. Gantt Center
Friday, August 27, 7:00p – 10:00p
Experience high fashion and design curated by Davita Galloway. Enjoy live music, signature cocktails and shop local artists and artisans after the show.
Open Mic Night with Blumenthal Performing Arts
Friday, August 27, 7:30p
Come share your passion for the stage as either a performer or an audience member during a free open mic night at McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square. Seating is first come, first served.
Low Country Boil at Veronet Vineyards
Friday, August 27, 7:00p – 9:00p
Nothing says summer in the south like a traditional low country boil! Add in a performance by steel drum duo Pantasia and some beach-themed fun for an unforgettable southern experience. Tickets are available now.
Intro to Sugar Flowers with Sweet Spot Studio
Friday, August 27, 6:30p
Not for the first-time baker! Sign up for this professional level workshop and learn how to create delightful and delicious sugar roses, buds and leaves. Registration is required.
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:
University City at Armored Cow Brewing – A Tana Empanada, Carolina Smash, Dumpling Girls, ScratchKitchen, Donut I Love
Resident Culture Brewing Company – this week, celebrate the return of What the Fries Food Truck!
South End at Sycamore Brewing – a collection of local food truck favorites stop by each week
Cabarrus County at Cabarrus Brewing Co. – Plant 6 Provisions, A Little Taste of Chicago, Cousins Maine Lobster, Mambo on Ruedas, WrapNRoll, JJ Langes Beatz & Eats, Woodmill Treats
Saturday:
10th Annual Tour de Turns Cycling and Walking Event
Saturday, August 28, 7:00a
Bike or walk the winding roads of South Charlotte and support Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays in their mission to provide groceries, meals and hope to our neighbors in Mecklenburg County.
Worm Tower Build-Along with Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte
Saturday, August 28
Stop by Innovation Alley and learn about how to harness the power of worms to compost food scraps. Registration and proof of vaccination is required for this event.
Peach Oatmeal Cream Pie from Thoughtful Baking Company
Saturday, August 28
Give your taste buds something to celebrate with this delicious collaboration between The Thoughtful Baking Co. and The Batchmaker. The pie will only be available this Saturday at the Uptown Farmers Market.
LoSo Block Party
Saturday, August 28, 2:00p – 10:00p
Check out Charlotte’s LoSo Neighborhood and enjoy a day full of live music, local brews, shopping and more. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit Good Soles.
Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, August 28, 12:00p – 6:00p
Check out beautiful downtown Mount Airy and celebrate local craft beer and wineries for a good cause. Tickets are available now.
Summerfest in York, South Carolina
Saturday, August 28
Run a 5k, show off your wheels, enjoy a BMX show and more! Fun for the whole family is on the schedule for this year’s Summerfest. Check out the event page for more details on the day’s festivities.
Sunday:
Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph
Sunday, August 29, 1:00p – 5:00p
Enjoy free admission to the Museum as well as live music, food trucks and a cash bar while you lounge in the park on the Museum grounds. Registration for admission is required.
Pop-Up Market at Devil’s Logic with HandCraftedMarketCLT
Sunday, August 29, 12:00p – 6:00p
Stop by Devil’s Logic Brewing for a day of sipping beer and shopping local with vendors and small businesses from around Charlotte.
rEvolution at Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts
Sunday, August 29, 7:00p
Settle in for an evening outside with a string quartet + electronics + sound worlds. Sip on some delicious local brews and enjoy a totally unique live music experience.
Next Week:
New Work by Bevery Fishman at SoCo Gallery
Open September 1 through November 3
New on exhibition, SoCo Gallery welcomes artist Bevery Fishman and a collection of her new paintings and collage works on paper. A welcome reception will be held on Wednesday, September 1 from 6:00p – 8:00p.
A Fresh Start Workshop with Simplicity Organizers
Wednesday, September 1, 10:30a
Turn the chaos of clutter into calm during this workshop led by Laurie Martin. Registration is required.
