We’re already halfway through April, so if you feel like this month is flying by, you’re not alone. This weekend, keep busy with the final days of Charlotte SHOUT!, shop local at Wing Haven’s Spring Plant Sale, eat your way through the city at StrEATS, get cozy at Camden Commons, and more.
THINGS TO DO THURSDAY, APRIL 13
Lafayette 148 New York Sale at Paul Simon Women
April 11 – 15
Find classics to fresh Spring styles of Lafayette 148 New York at Paul Simon Women. This weekend only, take $50 off your Lafayette 148 New York purchase.
Golden Goose Sneakers Maker Tour at Neiman Marcus Charlotte
April 13 – 15
This weekend, Neiman Marcus Charlotte will be customizing Shoes, Handbags and Clothing at no cost, a $150 – $400 value. All you have to do is purchase an item and they cover the rest! Reserve your spot at RSVPCHARLOTTE@NEIMANMARCUS.COM.
Wing Haven Spring Plant Sale
April 13 – 15
Shop the wide variety of local favorites and unusual plants at Wing Haven’s Spring Plant Sale. All proceeds benefit Wing Haven gardens, programs, and educational outreach. Admission to Wing Haven’s gardens is free during the plant sale, but donations are accepted and appreciated. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather with a stroll through the gardens after shopping for plant favorites.
Pop-Up Poetry at Sugar Creek Library
Thursday, April 13, 9a – 8p
Celebrate National Poetry Month by trying your hand at different poetry exercises throughout the week. Materials for creating your art will be available at the pop-up station throughout the week, so you can give it a try at your own pace and even take your new art home with you.
Tango Classes at The Market at 7th Street at Charlotte SHOUT!
Thursday, April 13, 7p
Join The Market at 7th Street and Tango CLT for an Argentine tango social dance event! This event will feature an introductory tango lesson from 7-8 p.m. followed by informal social dancing until 10 p.m. No experience or partner is required. Cost is $15 at door.
THINGS TO DO FRIDAY, APRIL 14
Science on the Rocks
Friday, April 16, 6 – 10p
Join Discovery Place Science as they stay open after hours for adults only. Grab a cocktail, encounter an animal, see a science show, and get hands-on in their labs along with 1,000 of your closest friends! Tickets to the event must be purchased online here.
Live Under The Oaks
Friday, April 14, 6 – 8p
Grab the girls and dance the evening away at Birkdale Village. Live musical performances in the Plaza will start at 6 p.m. every Friday through October, weather permitting. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs; no coolers will be allowed. This Friday, Ryan and Woody will be performing. Visit here to see the performance lineup for April and May.
Film Series at Whitewater Center: Desert Runners
Friday, April 14, 7:55 – 9:30p
A blanket and a buddy are all you need to enjoy the Film Series at The Whitewater Center. Every Friday from April to October, The Whitewater Center will feature a variety of outdoor lifestyle films from across the globe. This Friday, Desert Runners will be screened.
THINGS TO DO SATURDAY, APRIL 15
Charlotte StrEATs Festival at Charlotte SHOUT!
April 15, 5 – 8p & April 16, 12 – 6p
Celebrate Charlotte’s food scene with Unpretentious Palate and Carben Events! On Saturday, the festival kicks off with a family-friendly event featuring cooking demonstrations from local culinary students, dessert and food trucks, vendors, and kid activities. On Saturday, enjoy FREE entertainment like appearances by celebrity chefs, chef demos, and live music all while grubbing on food truck fare.
You can also taste your way through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods without leaving Uptown during the restaurant-tasting portion of StrEATS. Tickets can be purchased here.
Moo & Brew Fest
April 15 & 16
This event features 25+ local, regional, and national breweries and over 75 great beers that have been carefully curated by our beer gurus and will also highlight fifteen Queen City restaurants and food trucks competing for burger and barbecue bragging rights. Don’t miss this 2-day festival featuring an amazing lineup of local, regional, and national music artists with Mt. Joy headlining Saturday and Chris Lane on Sunday. Grab your tickets here.
2023 VTGCLT Spring Market
Saturday, April 15, 11a – 5p
Get ready to shop! VTGCLT is hosting their 10th annual Spring Market in the historic Ford Building at Camp North End (1776 Statesville Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206). Shop from 80+ of the region’s best vintage & handmade vendors while sipping on coffee from HEX Coffee, or beer from Free Range Brewing. If you get hungry, Soul Food Truck will be parked right out front. Early bird entry (10 a.m.) is $8/per person, general admission is $3/per person and can be paid at the door.
Spring Pop-Up Market
Saturday, April 15, 12 – 4p
The first spring market is here! Shop over 30 local craft vendors, sip drinks from the outdoor bar, and enjoy live music all afternoon at the Ballantyne Village.
Pop-Up Opera at 7th Street Market
Saturday, April 15, 1p
Opera Carolina’s Resident Company is dropping in at 7th Street Market for a Pop-up Opera. Listen to live singers and music and enjoy artisanal food and beverages from the vendors at 7th Street.
Behind the Billboards at Charlotte SHOUT!
Saturday, April 15, 3p
Get to know the local creatives behind ArtPop Street Gallery at this hour-long panel presented by ASC’s Vanguard Society. Secure your spot here.
Artist Talk With Andrea Baker & Howard Moody & Tour of the Pianodrome
Saturday, April 15 · 10:15a – 12:30p
The Historic “Grace” 219 South Brevard Street
Earth Jam
Saturday, April 15, 4 – 7p
Celebrate Earth Day with the town of Cornelius! Head to Robbins Park for a free evening of live music, food, drinks, activities, live demos, and more. Over 25 local organizations will be on there to do interactive demonstrations on sustainability, conservation, and living an eco-friendly life.
THINGS TO DO SUNDAY, APRIL 16
Fire Fest at Charlotte SHOUT!
Sunday, April 16, 10a
Join Inspire the Fire for a full day of FIRE FEST! Youth-Led Celebration of black culture, art, fashion, food, and music.
Camden Commons
Sunday, April 16, 11a – 5p
South End’s main street, Camden Road, will transform into an outdoor living room. Come spend your day shopping local, discovering new food, playing games, listening to music, and getting creative as if you are own living room. This family-friendly event is free and open to all.
Brunch DAY party at Para Charlotte
Sunday, April 16, 12 – 8p
This is a two-part experience, with a buffet-style brunch from 12 – 3 p.m., and the day party officially beginning at 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. DJ 360+ DJ Shaun Nyce will be providing the soundtrack. Tickets can be purchased here.
Final Countdown at Charlotte SHOUT!
Sunday, April 16, 2 – 10p
Come help end SHOUT! with a bang. Celebrate the last day of the festival with live music at Wells Fargo Plaza. The performance lineup for the evening can be found here.
Maker’s Market at HopFly Brewing
Sunday, April 16, 2 – 6p
Finish your weekend by shopping unique finds and supporting local entrepreneurs at the Maker’s Market at HopFly Brewing.
ONGOING
Greater Charlotte Book Crawl
April 1 – 29
Do you love indie bookstores? Then it’s time to show them some love. Visit each of Charlotte’s fiercely independent bookstores in the month of April and fill your Book Crawl passport with stamps from each bookstore. Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day on April 29 with your completed passport for a special edition Book Crawl vinyl decal. Finishers can also enter to win a gift card to each 2023 bookstore by submitting a photo of their completed passport by Sunday, April 30th, to enter.
