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  • Cabarrus County Fair

    Cabarrus Arena & Events Center 4751 NC Highway 49 N., Concord, NC, United States

    Find midway rides, fair food, livestock exhibits and entertainment at the Cabarrus County Fair, running September 11–19.Daily hours: Monday–Thursday, 4–10 p.m.; Friday, 4 p.m.–midnight; Saturday, 1 p.m.–midnight; Sunday, 1–10 p.m. […]

  • The Strokes: Reality Awaits North America

    Truliant Amphitheater 707 Pavilion Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States

    The Strokes bring Reality Awaits North America to Truliant Amphitheater. Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. Eastern.

  • OMB Mecktoberfest — LoSo (09-18)

    Olde Mecklenburg Brewery — LoSo 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Celebrate Mecktoberfest at OMB’s LoSo biergarten with German food, beer, live music and games.This weekend runs 2026-09-18 through 2026-09-20. Music is scheduled Friday from 6–10 p.m., Saturday from 1–4 p.m. […]

  • St. Anne International Festival — 25th Anniversary

    Saint Anne Catholic Church 1694 Bird St., Rock Hill, SC, United States

    Take a culinary trip around the world at St. Anne’s 25th anniversary celebration in Rock Hill. The festival brings together international food, live entertainment, cultural performances, shopping, a kids’ fun […]

  • Flow Fest at the Whitewater Center

    U.S. National Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Take your yoga practice outside during a weekend of wellness, workshops, vendors and live music at the Whitewater Center. Flow Fest offers more than 150 practices and workshops for a […]

  • On The Rise Student Film Festival

    The Independent Picture House 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Discover the next generation of filmmakers at On The Rise, a showcase of student-created short films presented by The Creative Cornerstone.Expect screenings, awards, a professional workshop and conversations with working […]

  • Bigfoot in the Park

    George Poston Park 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road, Gastonia, NC, United States

    Can your family find Bigfoot? Begin at Base Camp for gear and a briefing, then follow clues along the trails on a self-guided search through George Poston Park.Base Camp also […]

  • Pop-Up Market at Ballantyne Village

    Ballantyne Village 14825 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Shop local vendors at Ballantyne Village’s Pop-Up Market on Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Browse handmade goods, artisan products, boutique finds and unique gifts. Enjoy live music […]

  • Charlotte Sandlot Festival

    The Stick Williams Dream Fields 7531 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Bring the family—and your dog—for a field day filled with sports, games and food. CLTure’s inaugural Charlotte Sandlot Festival features a home-run derby, golf simulators, a speed-pitch activity, sports collectibles, […]

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  • Main Street Oktoberfest Jam

    Main Street, Downtown Fort Mill Main Street, Fort Mill, SC, United States

    Make a day of it in downtown Fort Mill with live music from Julio & The Saltines, more than 30 vendors, food trucks and Oktoberfest-themed contests.Saturday, September 19, noon–9 p.m. […]