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  • 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship & Throw Pink Championship

    Winthrop University – Winthrop Arena Disc Golf Course 1162 Eden Terrace, Rock Hill, SC, United States

    Professional disc golf returns to Winthrop in Rock Hill October 8–11 with the USDGC and Throw Pink Women’s Championship. Day passes are listed at $35.

    $35

  • Ballantyne Live: Fall Concert Series

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

    Enjoy live music in the center of Ballantyne Village on October 8, from 6 to 9 p.m.Make an evening of it with dinner at a Village restaurant, drinks or patio dining before the music. Bring friends and your own chair.Hosted by Ballantyne Village, this fall music series runs Thursdays, October 1–29, 2026.Location: 14825 Ballantyne Village […]

  • OMB Mecktoberfest — Ballantyne (10-09) — event image

    OMB Mecktoberfest — Ballantyne (10-09)

    Olde Mecklenburg Brewery — Ballantyne 15025 Bowl Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Celebrate Mecktoberfest at OMB’s Ballantyne biergarten with German food, beer, live music and games.This weekend runs 2026-10-09 through 2026-10-11. Music is scheduled Friday from 6–10 p.m., Saturday from 1–4 p.m. and 6–10 p.m., and Sunday from 2–5 p.m. Saturday’s steinholding competition runs from 4–6 p.m.The calendar shows the festival dates; daily opening hours vary. Food […]

  • Carolina Renaissance Festival 2026

    Carolina Renaissance Festival 16445 Poplar Tent Road, Huntersville, NC, United States

    Jousting, live entertainment, artisan shopping, and family fun in Huntersville. Saturdays and Sundays, October 3–November 22, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

    $4 – $37.99
  • Charlotte BookPalooza Festival logo featuring books and a black cat

    Charlotte BookPalooza 2026

    Truist Field 324 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Clear some space on your bookshelf: Charlotte BookPalooza is taking over Truist Field for a Saturday devoted to readers, authors and all things books. Browse booksellers and local makers, meet authors at signings, explore panels and activities, and enjoy giveaways and a live DJ.The festival benefits Books on the House, a nonprofit that distributes free […]

    $5

  • Charlotte FC vs. FC Dallas

    Bank of America Stadium 800 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Trade the usual Saturday plans for a night with the home crowd. Charlotte FC hosts FC Dallas at Bank of America Stadium, with an evening kickoff that leaves time to explore Uptown before the match. Bring your scarf and your loudest cheers.When: October 10, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.Where: Bank of America Stadium, 800 South […]

  • Carolina Renaissance Festival 2026

    Carolina Renaissance Festival 16445 Poplar Tent Road, Huntersville, NC, United States

    Jousting, live entertainment, artisan shopping, and family fun in Huntersville. Saturdays and Sundays, October 3–November 22, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

    $4 – $37.99

  • Charlotte Mimosa Festival 2026

    Lenny Boy Brewing Company 3000 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Mimosas, food trucks, music and vendors at Lenny Boy Brewing. Sunday, October 11, noon–5 p.m.; ages 21+.

  • Passion Fest II: Christian Rap Festival

    Event Masterz 316 Remount Rd, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Passion Fest II returns to Charlotte on October 11 for an evening of Christian rap, worship and community at Event Masterz.Time: 5–10 p.m., as listed on the organizer’s Eventbrite page. Confirm the latest schedule when purchasing tickets.Location: Event Masterz, 316 Remount Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203.Tickets are available through PassionFest.org. See the ticket page for current […]

  • The Revivalists at The Fillmore Charlotte

    The Fillmore Charlotte 820 Hamilton Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Spend a Tuesday night with The Revivalists at The Fillmore Charlotte, with a live set built around the band’s soulful rock sound.Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 8 p.m. at 820 Hamilton Street, Charlotte. The finish time has not been announced.Use the venue’s show calendar to select The Revivalists and check concert tickets. Parking and VIP […]