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Here’s Your Spring 2025 Charlotte Gala Calendar

This Spring's Gala forecast is looking particularly bright, with...

Nearby Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches to Visit this Year

Nothing gets us into the fall season quite like pumpkin patches and corn mazes, which is why we've rounded up a list of our favorites in the area (and a few worth the drive) with all the important info...

Here are 18 Date Night Ideas in SouthPark This Fall

Between summer ending and school starting back up, chances are you're overdue for a date night. Luckily, SouthPark has everything you need to make the most of a night out, whether you're looking to get in a workout, take...

U-PICK! It’s Apple Picking Time. Farms Near Charlotte to Pick Your Own Apples

Visiting a Pick Your Own Apples Farm or two is an Autumn tradition to be treasured, the perfect combination of a short road trip adventure, outdoor fun, fresh air, and tasty treats with a favorite fruit. Whether you stay...

Over 40 Fall Festivals In and Around Charlotte. Your 2024 Edition.

The 2024 Fall Festival Line-Up is here and waiting to be added to your calendar. We've rounded up dozens of fun festivals near or in Charlotte for Fall 2024. Lots more info to come, as we'll update this post...

Where to Rent a Boat or Get Out on the Water Near Charlotte

It's heating up in the Queen City, but lucky for us there are plenty of ways to get on the water and cool off this summer. Don't have a boat or pool? Not to worry, from Lake Norman to...

Here are 24 Summer Festivals Near Charlotte

Come one, come all, and check out this epic summer bucket list for all the festivals happening around Charlotte from May through August. Yes, we're starting our Summer countdown this week, despite the weather, #sorrynotsorrry. From art walks to...

Where to Get Beautiful Flowers in Charlotte

Just in time for Mother’s Day and Spring parties, our Charlotte Flower Guide has bloomed. While we love to grab some buds from the grocery to arrange prettily with things from our garden, when it needs to be special,...

Charlotte U-Pick Farms: Where & When to Pick Your Own Fruits & Veggies Near Here

If you're looking for a unique family outing or date day this spring, visiting a pick-your-own farm could be the perfect activity for you and your loved ones. At a "U-Pick" farm, visitors can gather their own fresh fruits,...

Where to go Ice Skating in Charlotte This Year

One of our favorite winter time activities is ice skating. If you're like us, and are itching to strap on some skates this season, head over to one of these Charlotte ice skating rinks to get your fix. Whitewater...

25+ Places For A Picnic around Charlotte

The temperature is finally cooling down, which calls for fall picnics outdoors. Fresh air, family, friends and food, what could be better? We have the scoop on where to go in and near Charlotte for a fall picnic, organized...

Get to Know Charlotte’s Original Food Hall, The Market at 7th Street

7th Street Public Market is Now“The Market at 7th Street” It may have a new name twist, a new website, some new tenants, and new branding, but its mission is still the same: To kickstart small businesses in Charlotte. The Market...

Live Your Best Lake Life this Summer at Lake Norman

Nothing says summer like spending a day at the lake and lucky for us, among the many things that make Charlotte an incredible place to live is our proximity to Lake Norman and all of the amenities lake living...