Is it too early to start thinking about the holidays? We don’t think so. This weekend has two markets to start shopping for gifts, along with a variety of things to do including Verse & Vino, CLT Ciderfest, a margarita & mimosa fest, tea time with kittens, a run club, and more.
THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Verse & Vino
Thursday, November 7, 6p
Verse & Vino is Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation’s signature annual fundraiser. For a decade, this celebration of reading, writing and the joy of libraries – shared with a community of readers and New York Times best-selling authors – has become one of our region’s most anticipated events. Verse & Vino will be at the Crown Ballroom at the Charlotte Convention Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.
A Good Food on Montford Wine Adventure – Eastern Europe Edition
November 7 | Good Food on Montford
Good Food On Montford announces a uniquely-casual opportunity to taste Eastern European wines and street food served family-style. While the term “Wine Dinner” conjures a formal food and beverage experience for the sophisticated palate, Good Food on Montford General Manager Elizabeth Tackett promises an opportunity to discover little-known wines from small, family estates in Hungary, Slovenia, Georgia and Croatia… “an amazing selection without all the snobby ‘wine connoisseur’ conventions.”
Holiday Open House at Bedside Manor
November 7 – 9
Enjoy 20% off store-wide at Bedside Manor from November 7th through 9th.
THINGS TO DO THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
UCity Food Truck Friday
Friday, November 8, 5p
Indulge in the flavors of top food trucks from the area, accompanied by live music, an array of beers, and the talent of our local artisans and craft vendors. Happening at Armored Cow Brewing beginning at 5 p.m.
Live Music Fridays at Salted Melon South End
Friday, November 8, 6 – 9p
Join Salted Melon in South End for live music every Friday and Saturday. While you’re there, be sure to grab a bite to eat and try one of their fall cocktails!
Oz After Dark: A Celebration of All Things Wicked
Friday, November 8, 7 – 11p
Hi-Wire Brewing is putting on a night of magic and mischief that you won’t want to dare miss! Immerse yourself in a world inspired by the land of Oz, where wickedness reigns supreme. Expect wicked-themed cocktails, Cirque du Biere aerialists as Elphaba and Glinda, a dark market featuring local vendors, Tarot card readings, and more. Come dressed in your most wicked attire and let the magic of Oz take over!
THINGS TO DO THIS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Bowl Street Pop-Up Market
Saturday, November 9, 11a – 4p
Support local with Shop Local QC during the Bowl Street Pop-Up Market on Saturday, November 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Enjoy boutiques, jewelry, accessories, gifts and more. The market will be in the green between Harriet’s Hamburgers and Fly Kid Fly.
CLT Ciderfest 2024
Saturday, November 9, 12 – 4p
The third annual Charlotte Cider Festival takes place on Saturday, November 9th. This annual fall celebration will feature delicious local, regional, & national ciders. Held at Red Clay Ciderworks, Ciderfest promises to be afternoon full of cider tasting, food trucks, a DJ, vendors, and plenty of more fun.
Red Bull Non-Stock 600
Saturday, November 9, 12:30p
In homage to stock car racing’s roots in North Carolina, Red Bull Non-Stock 600 pits teams against one another in a go-kart race around an oval track. The winning race team will receive a VIP experience in the Red Bull Energy Station at the 2025 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. No racing or mechanical experience is required; only creativity and a desire to put the pedal to the floor.
Build Your Own Bouquet with Bentley’s Buds
Saturday, November 9, 2 – 5p
Build your own bouquets with Bentley’s Buds & Brews at Phillips Place every Saturday in November.
Charlotte Margarita & Mimosa Fest
Saturday, November 9, 2 – 8p
One of the Nation’s Largest Margarita Fest’s Returns to Charlotte this November! Part Bar Hop, Part Delicious Cocktail Celebration! Featuring 5 Bars, LIVE DJ’s, Giveaways, Beer, Hard Seltzer, and Margarita & Mimosa Specials! Tickets on sale here.
Nebel’s Alley Night Market – Gingerbread Lane
Saturday, November 9, 4 -10p
Holiday fun is coming to the alleys early! This Saturday, the night market will be an evening full of holiday finds, sweet surprises, and more. Find 30+ local vendors, beer and wine from Wooden Robot, live music, and more.
Designer Furniture Fall Warehouse Sale
November 9 – 11
Designers Marketplace, the 12,000 sq ft Trade Showroom in Fort Mill, is opening to the public with a huge warehouse sale. Get discounted pricing on beautiful items from favorite vendors like Rowe, Sherrill, Bradington Young, Norwalk, Motion-Craft, Hooker Furniture and many more, including new arrivals on outdoor furniture. You’ll find great pricing (up to 75% off!!!) on custom upholstery to case goods as you shop over 75 manufacturers in this 12,000 square foot space normally open to interior designers.
THINGS TO DO THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10
NoDa Brewing Run Club
Sunday, November 10, 12p
End your weekend taking part in Charlotte’s original brewery run club in North End. There are 1, 3 & 5 mile routes marked with color coded arrows. For more information and potential updates follow the run club on Facebook or @NoDaRunClub.
Kit-Tea Tasting
Sunday, November 10, 2p
Come enjoy tea and kittens at the new Humane Society of Charlotte building. You will be tasting a variety of Ashera Earth Mother organic teas and unveiling the newest teas while enjoying the company of the cutest kittens in the world. A portion of the ticket price will be donated to support the Humane Society’s efforts.
