If I don’t look at the calendar, does that mean that summer will never end? Join team #endlesssummer by getting out and about and soaking up every bit of sun with our day-to-day guide of everything to do in the QC:
Exclusive Scoop Deal and Miss Teen USA Meet & Greet on Saturday
Swoozie’s Charlotte
Friday, August 14-Sunday, August 16
Make back to school a breeze at Swoozie’s with 15% off your purchase all weekend when you mention Scoop!
To sweeten the deal, Miss Teen USA will be at the South Park store this Saturday ready to sign autographs and mingle. Get all of your back to school gear, donate to a great cause and meet Miss Teen USA in person at Swoozie’s August 15 event. From 11 AM-2 PM, everyone who donates back to school supplies for those in need will get 15% off of their purchase! Miss Teen USA will be signing pictures and autographs, and there will even be treats for the girls who can make it out. Â Start browsing now. Let Swoozie’s know that you’ll be there by emailing them at charlotte@swoozies.com.
Annual Hummingbird Festival
Reedy Creek Nature Center
Saturday, August 15
Stop by the Reedy Creek Nature Center this Saturday for the Annual Hummingbird Festival. Enjoy an art show, kids activities, nature hikes and plenty of vendors and food trucks. Come early for the best chance to see them in action!
Dives to Dining Plaza Midwood Tour
Plaza Midwood Neighborhood
Saturday, August 15
Hop aboard this walking food tour of one of Charlotte’s most eclectic and loved neighborhoods. FEAST Food Tours offers a unique way to discover new favorite spots. On the tour you’ll stop by Plaza Midwood favorites to taste cuisine and beverages from restaurants and bars along the way.
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes Cooking Class
Upstream
Saturday, August 15
Learn from the experts at Upstream’s Saturday cooking class. This time it’s all about summer’s favorite fruit: the tomato. See recipes in action that you can take home and replicate for the rest of the season.
The Bridal Showcase
Charlotte Convention Center
Saturday, August 15
It only happens twice a year! This weekend The Bridal Showcase is at the Charlotte Convention Center. get a head start on your planning by visiting with over 100 vendors and industry professionals all in one place.
Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade
Uptown Charlotte
Saturday, August 15-Sunday, August 16
This weekend join the LGBTQ community for the The Charlotte Pride Festival and Parade. Last year over 100,000 visitors made this a don’t-miss event and this year plans to be even bigger. View the full calendar of events here.
Pizzeria Omaggio Opens in Metropolitan
Tuesday, August 18
1055 Metropolitan Ave
The newest pizza makers on the block are opening up their doors for the first time this Tuesday. New to the Metropolitan, Pizzeria Omaggio promises to serve up pizzas, salads, paninis and more with only the freshest of ingredients. Join them on Tuesday, plan a date night for this weekend or stop by with the whole family this week. Before you go, you can check out their menu here and keep up with them on Facebook.
Foxy Mixology 5
Leroy Fox
Wednesday, August 19
Drink and dine at one of Charlotte’s favorite go-to restaurants. On August 19 enjoy a specialty menu prepared by the chefs of Leroy Fox as Mixologist, Adam, teaches you all there is to know about the paired cocktail. View the full menu and cocktail pairing options here.
Party in the Park
Romare Bearden Park
Wednesday, August 19
Don’t miss a chance to dance under the skyline at Party in the Park. This week groove along to the sounds of Jim Quick & Coastline, an eclectic blend of soul, blues and rock.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events in the QC:
6th Annual 10K OrthoCarolina Classic
Saturday, August 22
OrthoCarolina Randolph
The 6th Annual 10K OrthoCarolina Classic is a great way to lace up for some great causes. After you run (or support from afar), enjoy food trucks and a beer garden from some of Charlotte’s favorite breweries. Everyone, even kids, can get in on the fun with a 5K run/walk option and a kid’s dash. Register here!
Great Gatsby Gala supporting the Greater Carolinas MS Society
Saturday, August 29
Wells Fargo Atrium Uptown
It’s the 27th year of this twenties-themed gala benefiting the National MS Society. Get your ticket now to the Great Gatsby Gala and get ready to dance the night away, enjoy wine and beer and participate in the silent auction. New this year is the VIP Speakeasy Lounge, offering a private pre-event reception, exclusive hors d’oeuvres, signature cocktails from the private bar and a gift.
Southern Women’s Show
Saturday, August 28
Charlotte Convention Center
See here for the full scoop, a discount code and to win tickets!
Join hundreds of vendors offering the best in food, fashion and more at this year’s Southern Women’s Show. Meet Britt Nilsson from the Bachelor, Jessa Duggar from 19 Kids and Counting and enjoy live demos, entertainment and more.
