It’s a week full of celebrations in the Queen City! Be sure to check out our listing of Juneteenth festivals and events below as well as lots of Father’s Day fun for the weekend.
Juneteenth Celebrations:
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
Juneteenth Charlotte Celebration
2nd Annual Juneteenth Jam
Juneteenth on the Historic West End Corridor
Juneteenth Pop-Up Shop
Queen City Juneteenth Parade
Durag Festival
Harvey B. Gantt Center Elements of Freedom
Art After Dark: Freedom and Expression
North Carolina Juneteenth Festival
Belmont Juneteenth Celebration
Town of Davidson Juneteenth Celebration
Salisbury Juneteenth Celebration
Indian Trail Juneteenth Celebration
Waxhaw Juneteenth Celebration
Monroe Juneteenth Celebration
Thursday:
Charlotte Squawks: NC-17 at Booth Playhouse
Shows through June 26
Get ready for an evening of NC-17 laughs as local singers and actors poke fun at pop culture and politics in what has been described as “part Saturday Night Live, part Broadway and all Queen City.” Tickets are available now.
Local Street 2022
Thursday, June 16, 6:00p – 9:00p
Stop by the Mint Museum for a pop-up exhibition featuring local artists and creatives and do your part to encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion in the arts community.
Moose Track Ice Cream’s 10,000 Scoop Challenge
Thursday, June 16
Support the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte and help Moose Tracks Ice Cream reach their goal of raising $10,000 for 10,000 scoops of ice cream, handed out for free in Uptown. Celebrate your sweet tooth at the corner of Trade and Tryon.
Friday:
Decades Party: The 50s at Brewers at 4001 Yancey
Friday, June 17, 6:00p
Step back in time to the decade that brought us some of the most iconic music and fashion in the past century. Dance to 50s favorite with a live DJ, enjoy decor and entertainment from way back then and participate in a costume contest for the best dressed ‘greaser’.
Saturday:
Untappd Beer Festival
Saturday, June 18, 11:00a
Pick from one of two sessions created to wow even the biggest craft beer enthusiast! A ticket gets you unlimited beer samples from more than 100 breweries, plus live music and skyline views of the Queen City.
Marc Maron: The May Be The Last Time Tour
Saturday, June 18, 7:00p
Spend an evening with Marc Maron, famed podcast host and standup comedian, as he shares his funny and heartfelt thoughts and observations on the world. Tickets are available now.
Fire Truck Festival at NC Transportation Museum
Saturday, June 18, 9:00a – 3:30p
For all the firetruck lovers in your life – spend the day with firefighters from across the state, get up close and personal with the equipment, vote for your favorite truck and much more! Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
Bacon, Beer & Bourbon Festival at Brewers at 4001 Yancey
Saturday, June 18, 11:00a
Satisfy your inner Southerner with a day full of bacon, beer & bourbon – plus live music, yard games, special spirits and more.
Pride Pawty at Skiptown CLT
Saturday, June 18, 12:30p – 3:30p
Celebrate Pride with your favorite four legged friends, dress to impress with rainbow bandana’s and enjoy Skiptown’s special Pride Punch. Catering to Cats & Dogs will be on-site with adoptable pups.
Nebel’s Alley Night Market’s Summer Solistice
Saturday, June 18, 4:00p – 10:00p
This month at Nebel’s Alley Night Market, celebrate a magical evening welcoming the Summer Solstice. There will be over 30 local vendors, DIY flower crowns, tarot card readings, live music, beer and more!
WrestleDEX at Lenny Boy Brewing
Saturday, June 18, 6:00p
For the first time in the Queen City – WrestleDEX is the newest, all-women’s professional wrestling show! Tickets are on-sale now.
Sunday:
Show some love to the Dad or father-figure in your life with any one of the fun Father’s Day options going on this weekend in the Queen City! Be sure to check individual event listings for availability and ticket options, when necessary.
Next Week:
Floral Arranging in the Garden at Duke Mansion
Tuesday, June 21, 6:00p
Learn the art of floral arranging with a focus on peonies from Karen Greenoe of Lily Greenthumb’s. Tickets are available now and include all supplies, flowers, vessels and access to appetizers and cash bar.
