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  • 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
  • Bourbon for Booty 2026

    Swinerton 901 Berryhill Rd, Suite C, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Bourbon for Booty returns to Swinerton on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6:30 to 10 p.m.The fundraiser pairs bourbon, whiskey or wine tastings with chef-prepared bites. Guests receive a souvenir […]

  • 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
  • Carolina Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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

    Division-rival football takes over Uptown as the Carolina Panthers host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Make a Sunday afternoon of it with friends, Panthers colors and a seat among the home […]

  • Charlotte FC vs. CF Montréal

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

    Break up the workweek with a match under the lights. Charlotte FC welcomes CF Montréal to Bank of America Stadium for a Wednesday evening of soccer. Meet friends Uptown and […]

  • 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 Thursday, October 29, from 6 to 9 p.m.Make an evening of it with dinner at a Village restaurant, drinks or […]

  • 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 FC vs. Orlando City SC

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

    Kick off Halloween with Charlotte FC. Orlando City SC visits Bank of America Stadium for an afternoon match, leaving the evening open for your other holiday plans. Bring the crew […]

  • 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
  • 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