Get your best fall outfits ready because this weekend is the perfect time to break out the scarves, ponchos and those super cute booties you just scored on sale. Colder weather will be here before we know it (and with it, the less fashionable, more practical styles!) so get out there and enjoy what’s going on around the lake with our guide of where to go & what to do this weekend.
Family Weekend Concert
Friday, Oct. 23
Davidson College Presbyterian Church
Ease into the weekend with the sound of the music at Davidson. Start off the evening with a performance from the Davidson Chorale, then hear from the Symphony Orchestra. End the night with the smooth sounds of the Jazz Ensemble.
Ghost Walk Haunted Trail
Friday, Oct. 23- Saturday, Oct. 24
Historic Latta Plantation
History has a dark side at Latta Plantation. Perfect for kids over nine who aren’t afraid of some goosebumps, the Ghost Walk Haunted Trail offers a nighttime scare by foot. You’ll wander through the haunted forest, main house and plantation by torch light and hear stories of those who live-and died-on the ground beneath your feet.
Four Seasons Autumn Wine Dinner
Saturday, Oct. 24
Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery
Are you ready for a little fall getaway? You don’t have to go far. Join Vineyard Owner Jay Raffaldini for a four course meal and wine pairing in their Tuscan style villa and vineyard. Raffaldini will lead the tasting, narrating the wine selections along the way and helping you find a new favorite.
5th Annual Greater Charlotte Fine Art Festival
Saturday, Oct. 24- Sunday, Oct. 25
Birkdale Village
Get a jump start on your holiday shopping or just walk through the displays at this weekend’s Greater Charlotte Fine Art Festival. Artisans are coming from across the country to create an outdoor gallery perfect for a weekend stroll. You’ll find paintings, jewelry, photography, ceramics and more. Admission and parking are free!
Halloween Fun at Rural Hill
Saturday, Oct. 24
Historic Rural Hill
You already know that Rural Hill is a great fall day trip, but here’s your official invitation. This Saturday is their official Halloween Fun day at the hill. Children will have a blast in the bounce house and the pumpkin patch, and can also enjoy games, arts & crafts, face painting, music, food and of course, costumes.
7th Annual FIRE BBQ Competition
Saturday, Oct. 24
Ada Jenkins Center
It’s getting hot in here…and that’s because the FIRE BBQ Competition is this weekend. The smokers are firing up for the 7th annual BBQ competition, cornhole tournament and kids funzone. Sample the BBQ, enjoy live music, compete in the cornhole tournament and let the kids run wild in Piglet Park. Tickets are $10 and include one of the following:  a plate of BBQ with fixings, a pound of BBQ OR samples of competition BBQ.
4th Annual Halloween Costume Pawty
Saturday, Oct. 24
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew
Cute dogs in costumes, beer and a good cause? This event is too good to be true. Lucky Dog Bark and Brew is teaming up with Boxer Butts & Other Mutts to help provide forever homes for rescue animals this Saturday. Come out for raffles, a costume contest, items for sale and your favorite fall beers on tap.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events around the Lake:
D9 Brewing’s 1 Year Anniversary & HAUNTED tapHOUSE
Friday, Oct. 30
D9 Brewing Company
If you thought Halloween was fun as a kid, just wait until D9 Brewing’s event next Friday. They’re celebrating their one year anniversary Halloween style with a haunted taproom, 12 new beers on tap, a DJ and new craft cocktails. What’s even better: each beer will have a candy pairing and anyone in a full costume will get a free pint glass!
