There’s no rain in the forecast (at least, not yet) which calls for filling our calendars with things to do. This weekend is filled with live music, yoga sessions, a variety of festivals, shopping, an art crawl, and much more.
THINGS TO DO THURSDAY, JUNE 1
Furst Fursdays at Blue Blaze Brewing
Thursday, June 1, 5p
An event for the four-legged friends in your life! Blue Blaze Brewing will be bringing in different pet vendors to shop from, adoption agencies, and much more every first Thursday of each month. There is also a fenced-in area for them to play in and make new friends at the brewery.
Stagecoach Thursdays at RSVP
Thursday, June 1, 6p
A night full of line dancing, live DJ sets, and drink specials every week during Stagecoach Thursdays at RSVP. Professional line dancing classes will take place from 7 to 8 p.m.
Music at the Met ft. The Lighthouse Duo
Thursday, June 1, 6 – 9p
Jam out every Thursday as local musicians perform live on patio at the Metropolitan. Take advantage of drink specials from Dressler’s and delicious food from surrounding restaurants. Bring the whole family, including your furry friends, to this fun and lively event happening every Thursday this summer.
THINGS TO DO FRIDAY, JUNE 2
Eat Black Charlotte Restaurant Week
June 2-11
Eat Black Charlotte Week (EATBLKCharlotte) is a week of pre-fixe lunch and dinner menus from Charlotte metro area Black-owned restaurants. The prix fixe menus are available from Friday, June 2nd through Sunday, June 11th, 2023. View the participating restaurants here.
3.5 Year Anniversary Bash at Devil’s Logic Brewing
Friday, June 2 – Sunday, June 4
Celebrate 3 1/2 years of Devil’s Logic Brewing with live music all weekend, special beer releases, a special food menu, Sunday brunch, and more.
South End First Friday Gallery Crawl
Friday, June 2, 5 – 9p
Stroll the streets of one of Charlotte’s artsiest neighborhoods and enjoy local art, including galleries, murals, and installations. Make a night of it with dinner or drinks at one of South End’s many restaurants and breweries.
The Unexpected Sale at CIRCA
May 31 – June 3
To make room for their next European containers, Circa is having a rare and unexpected STOREWIDE sale event with everything 10-50% off from May 31st to June 3rd.
THINGS TO DO SATURDAY, JUNE 3
Bloom Fest at Dallas Lavender Lane
June 3-4
See the lavender in full color at the 4th annual Bloom Fest at Dallas Lavender Lane. This free, family-friendly event features tons of vendors including food vendors, a DJ, a baby camel named Jeffery, a huge sale on lavender plants, face painting, train rides, door prizes, a lavender-infused store, and much more.
National Trails Day
Saturday, June 3
In honor of National Trails Day on Saturday, there will be a variety of free guided his and bike rides in North Carolina and South Carolina throughout the day in multiple locations. Click here to view the full list of outdoor adventures.
Community Yoga Class with Atha Yoga at Blakeney Town Center
Saturday, June 3, 10 – 11a
Enjoy a morning of FREE community yoga led by Atha Yoga! Classes start at 10 AM every Saturday, from May 6th to August 26th. Don’t forget your water bottle and a yoga mat. The yoga class will take place on the Blakeney Plaza near the fountain.
Yoga at YAFO
Saturday, June 3, 10 – 11a
YAFO yogis unite! Katie Toussaint (@Katiewithcravings) will be leading an all-levels Vinyasa Flow yoga practice on the East Boulevard outdoor patio. Come flow with them from down dog, to warrior one, to hummus + juice samples following the class. Tickets are $10, and can be purchased here.
Lemonade Fest 2023 at Brewers at 4001 Yancey
Saturday, June 3, 11a – 10p
Sip on sunshine with Bold Rock Hard Lemonade and good company at the Bold Rock Lemonade Fest. Celebrate with an adult lemonade stand, lemonade specials, porch pack specials, lemonade slushies, specialty cocktails, live music, games, and more. They will also be pairing this alongside their Craft Vintage Market for a full day of shopping, games, and fun.
Crave Charlotte – Grand Culinary Celebration At Triple C Brewing
Saturday, June 3, 12 – 4p
Celebrate some of the best chefs, mixologists, and brewers the Queen City has to offer all while benefitting Envision Charlotte. General admission tickets include boundless food, cocktail, wine, and craft brew tastings (tickets are all-inclusive of all food and all beverage offerings). View the full lineup here.
Empanada Festival 2023 – RESCHEDULED
Saturday, June 3, 12p
Taste your way around Latin America’s famous pastry turnovers at the second Annual Empanada Fest. Whether you prefer them baked or fried, meat-filled or vegetarian, made with flour or with corn – you’ll be sure to find your perfect empanada here. They will also feature live music, a DJ, dancing, and drink specials.
2nd Annual 704 SQUID GAMES – Grown Up Field Day
Saturday, June 3, 12:45p
The 2nd Annual event is sure to get your body moving and the nostalgia pumping. Field day from grade school is back but with a twist! Come join other adults and relive your favorite outdoor games and competitions to see who’ll survive the 704 SQUID GAMES and be crowned champion. Held at a secret location here in Charlotte. Tickets include food, drinks, and swag.
3rd Annual Seltzer World Festival
Saturday, June 3, 1 – 5p
Enjoy this one-of-a-kind immersive experience as you sample 100++ variety of seltzers. Plus it’s Pet Friendly, there will be DJ Spinning, Food Trucks, Local Vendors, Craft Artisans, Entertainment, Music, and lots of Fun Activities & Games!
EpiPalooza IV at Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts
Saturday, June 3, 5:30p
End your Saturday dancing for a good cause at Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts. Expect great music, raffles, and auctions with proceeds going to CURE Epilepsy and the Epilepsy Foundation. Tickets are $17 in advance / $20 day of show.
THINGS TO DO SUNDAY, JUNE 4
Front Porch Sunday
Sunday, June 4, 11a – 4p
Enjoy a day full of shopping, sipping and spring fun. Browse the work of 70+ local artists, enjoy live music, cold beer and great community engagement.
Experience Midwood Lamar & Central Ave
Sunday, June 4, 1 – 4p
Spend the day exploring all that Plaza Midwood has to offer! Enjoy great food and drink specials at Moo & Brew, The Kilted Buffalo, and Warmack, shop at Sanctuary Imports and local Pop-Up Vendors, and enjoy a live DJ, and roller skate on the POP-UP Skating Rink! In partnership with Rollin CLT ($10 to skate and includes rentals) NO ROLLERBLADES!
Charlotte Pride Silent Disco at Hi-Wire
Sunday, June 4, 7 – 11p
The first ever Pride Silent Disco is here! Join Silent Disco Knox as you sing it loud and proud with three different DJs playing all sorts of music through your headphones, giving you a choose-your-own music adventure. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door.
