Summer may have only officially started this week, but we’ve been celebrating the season all month long in Charlotte. This week, choose from an anniversary party celebration at Church and Union, a grand celebration for Sycamore’s new taproom, the Durag Festival, the Caribbean Carnival, free kid’s yoga in the park, and lots more.
THINGS TO DO THURSDAY, JUNE 22
Sycamore Grand Opening Celebration!
June 22 – July 2
Welcome the new Sycamore taproom with a huge 10-day grand opening celebration. There will be food, live music, games, giveaways, and of course good beer, and great times.
Eat, Drink & Flamingle at McNinch House
Thursday, June 22, 5:30 – 8:30p
Celebrate National Flamingo Day with cocktails, wines, and a selection of hors d’oeuvres on the porch, lawn, or inside of the McNinch House. Honoring their late Founder, Ellen Davis, who adored flamingoes, this is a special event you won’t want to miss. Each ticket entitles you to 2 drinks of your choice and hors d’oeuvres curated by the Executive Chef. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
Sous Vide & Seared Cooking Class at North Corner Haven
Thursday, June 22, 11a – 2p
Guests will enjoy a hands on cooking demonstration by Chef Joy, in the Farmhouse followed by a gorgeous lunch on the Farmhouse porch. This particular demonstration will include learning the sous vide technique using delicious pasture raised chicken paired with the Season’s Best Market Vegetable (hopefully tomatoes!) and Carolina Gold Rice. To end on a sweet note, guests will learn the proper way to make a classic creme brûlée and get to torch dessert before it’s served. Tickets can be purchased here.
Celebrate Church and Union’s Eleven-Year Anniversary
Thursday, June 22, 6p – 2a
Church and Union Charlotte is pleased to announce its Eleven-Year Anniversary will be held on Thursday, June 22. For $75/person, diners can experience chef action stations by Chef Partners Jamie Lynch and Adam Hodgson along with Executive Chef Aaron Dearing.
Guests will be treated to complimentary beer and wine during dinner service and live music by DJ Naz beginning at 9 p.m. Reservations for Church and Union’s Eleven-Year Anniversary can be made at www.ChurchAndUnionCharlotte.com.
THINGS TO DO FRIDAY, JUNE 23
Charlotte Caribbean Carnival
June 23-25
An entire weekend to celebrate Caribbean Culture during National American-Caribbean Heritage Month. Expect live performances, a Queen show, a carnival village, Sunday brunch, and more.
Ales for ALS Release: Racing for ALS
Friday, June 23, 5 – 9p
This West Coast IPA is more than just a beer – it’s a tribute to the fight to end ALS and supports some incredible organizations leading the charge to the finish line: ALS TDI, Racing for ALS, & Ales for ALS. Come on out and join us and Racing for ALS alongside some of our favorite food trucks, live music, fundraising, and, of course, cold beer. You’ll even get to check out some of the race cars!
Daydream Music Fest @ Suffolk Punch Brewing
Friday, June 23, 8 – 10p
Taking the stage for the final Daydream Music Fest show on Friday is the nationally-touring band Little Bird. The show is completely free, and they’ll be serving up $5 cans of Daydream Lager during the concert. Join them for an evening of great music, cold beer, and good vibes. Showtime is at 8 p.m.!
THINGS TO DO SATURDAY, JUNE 24
Matthews Mainline is Saturday, June 24th, from 11-5pm –
Located on West Charles St in Downtown Matthews with fresh coffee and hot drinks, over 70 local vendors to shop from, multiple food trucks, activities for the kiddos and more.
The Matthews Mainline Market, brought to you by HandCraftedMarket and sponsored by the Hemp and Tea co.
Grand Carnivale at Carowinds
Select nights, June 24 to July 9
A larger-than-life festival is coming to the Carolinas! Enjoy high-energy live music, delicious international food, lively games, unique crafts, and traditions from nations spanning the globe. Tickets are available here.
Ballantyne Barre & Bubbles with AKT
Saturday, June 24, 10 – 11a
Grab your mat, water, and a friend to sweat it out at Ballantyne’s Backyard with Barre & Bubbles. Made up of 75% Strength + Muscular Endurance and 25% Active Muscle Recovery, this class is for anyone that is looking to improve their muscular endurance and tone and get an intense full-body burnout. Tickets are $15 per person and are available here.
Culture Shock Drag Brunch Pride Edition
Saturday, June 24, 12 – 2:30p
Culture Shock is closing out pride month with an all-star cast of local baddies. They’ll be featuring some of Charlotte’s Best Entertainers for a Brunch you won’t forget at Resident Culture – South End. Tickets cover your entry to the event with VIP Tables available for the best seats in the house! Food, Drinks, and gratuity are additional.
Durag Fest 2023
Saturday, June 24
Celebrate Juneteenth and Black creativity and innovation at this year’s Durag Festival, featuring music, fashion, food, and art. VIP tickets are sold out, but general admission+ and general admission are still available.
Lost Worlds First Night Market in Celebration of Summer Solstice
Saturday, June 24, 4 – 8:30p
Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the First Night Market at Lost Worlds in Cornelius. Shop from more than 50 local artisans and makers, dance to music in the market, feast on two local food trucks, and drink on a special market release to refresh you, along with seltzers, ciders, and N/A options.
THINGS TO DO SUNDAY, JUNE 25
Kids Yoga in the Park, ages 5-10 – Independence Park
Sunday, June 25, 9a
Come out for yoga in the park! We will go through a series of playful poses, breath, and connection outside. Please register with your participant’s name and a $5 donation is suggested and appreciated with registration.
Front Porch Fest at LoSo
Sunday, June 25, 11a – 4p
Front Porch Sundays is on the move to LoSo! The same FPS fun you’ve grown to love is moving down south. Join them at the kick-off market FRONT PORCH FEST @ LoSo — an outdoor market at Protagonist Beer LoSo. Expect live music, 45+ local vendors to shop from, delicious drinks and food, and more.
Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph
Sunday, June 25, 1 – 5p
Enjoy free admission to the museum, food trucks, live music from the Mike Strauss Band, and a cash bar on the front terrace (weather permitting). In honor of Great Outdoors Month, pick up an Outdoor Sketching Kit and draw the natural surroundings of the park.
