Tomato season has officially arrived, and Zepeddie’s Pizzeria is turning it into an entire summer celebration! Zepeddie’s is launching its annual “Summer of Tomatoes,” featuring fresh, local, organic heirloom tomatoes across the menu now through mid-September, and back by popular demand, the Garden BBLT: Basil, Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato.
This summer, Carolina Theater is hosting a $5 throwback movie series select Thursday & Saturdays, June 11 to Aug. 22. Shows include Titantic, Clueless, Mean Girls, Home Alone and more.
Bambino is Charlotte’s premier go-to babysitting app, making summer scheduling a whole lot easier. Whether you’re juggling work and camp pickups, navigating half-day programs that don’t match with your meetings, or you just need an extra set of hands, Bambino connects you with trusted local sitters in just a few taps. Browse profiles, read reviews, book a sitter, and pay all within the app. Finding your reliable childcare village has never been simpler. Your summer superheroes are just a click away.
Get fancy. Have fun. Just feast! Splurge smart during Queen’s Feast, July 24-August 2. Find new favorites and revisit cool classics as 120+ restaurants across 9 counties welcome you with 3-course, prix fixe meals. Explore menus and make reservations at CharlotteRestaurantWeek.com.
Celebrating its 18th year, the Charlotte Film Festival 2026 returns September 22–27, 2026 at the Independent Picture House. The festival showcases the best in independent cinema, bringing together filmmakers and audiences to experience innovative storytelling from across the globe. From narrative features and documentaries to animated shorts and student films, attendees can discover a diverse range of voices, perspectives, and creative visions. Many screenings feature filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, and opportunities for meaningful engagement with the artists behind the work.