# The Best Things to Do This Weekend in Charlotte

- **Subtitle**: Lake vibes, food festivals and low-key spring energy in Charlotte right now
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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## About

This weekend in Charlotte is very “I’ll come if there’s food” energy – and honestly, the city is delivering. The food-and-drink crowd is quietly organizing in the group chats, with nearly 3,000 people already circling events, and most of the buzz is around where to eat outside, what to sip by the water, and which festival feels like the move.

Up on the north side, Lake Norman is basically calling your name. The Lake Norman Spring Bash on Dog Island has classic warm-weather Charlotte vibes: boat people, dock people, “I-don’t-own-a-boat-but-I-have-a-friend” people. It’s the kind of day where you throw on something you don’t mind getting a little wet, grab a drink, and spend more time people-watching than checking your phone. If you want maximum weekend feeling with minimum effort, this is the one you book first.

Back in the city, the food festivals are where the real momentum is. The Carolina BBQ Festival (yes, people are already plotting the 2026 edition) draws the smoked-meat obsessives who will happily debate vinegar vs. tomato all afternoon. Empanada Fest 2026 is the move if your ideal weekend is just eating your way from stall to stall and pretending it’s “research.” And if you’re more plant-based than pulled pork, Vegfest Jr. at Charlotte SHOUT is the low-key hang: a smaller, easier-to-navigate option with kid-friendly vibes and the kind of crowd that actually reads ingredient lists.

If you’re not in a shoulder-to-shoulder-festival mood, you’ve still got options. The Lay It On Down Riders MC 21st Anniversary party is very specific energy – bikes, music, and people who live for the club scene. If you’re into that world, you already know it’s a don’t-miss. If not, skip it and lean into something calmer, like the Gardeners’ Garden Tour, which is basically Charlotte’s version of therapy: wandering through other people’s perfectly curated yards, getting ideas you may or may not ever use, and enjoying a slower, quieter side of the city.

Shortlist of things to do this weekend in Charlotte:
- Lake Norman Spring Bash Dog Island – big-lake-weekend, dock-drink energy.
- The Carolina BBQ Festival – for people who schedule their day around smoked meat.
- Empanada Fest 2026 – casual eating marathon disguised as a festival.
- Vegfest Jr. @ Charlotte Shout – chill, kid-friendly, plant-based crowd.
- Lay It On Down Riders MC 21st Anniversary Party – for the motorcycle and club-lifer set.
- Gardeners’ Garden Tour – slow, pretty, and perfect if you’re crowd-averse.

## Food & Drinks Events in Charlotte

- **Event Name**: Taste of Charlotte 2026
  - **Description**: North Carolina’s largest food festival is set to return to Tryon June 5th-7th 2026 in uptown Charlotte welcoming Food Lion as its title sponsor for the sixth year. The event offers a mix of family entertainment unique shopping live music kid’s activiti
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/taste-of-charlotte-2026/80001095993570
  - **Venue**: Uptown Charlotte
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- **Event Name**: Taste of Charlotte Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Food Lion Taste of Charlotte Festival is the largest annual festival held in Uptown Charlotte. Meet, Eat, Drink, and Play! This year the festival is hosted in Uptown on Tryon Street for several blocks, bringing local restaurants to you! 

Friday, June
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/taste-of-charlotte-festival-2026/200028774065728
  - **Venue**: 101 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, United States
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- **Event Name**: The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrate the Tradition of Whole Hog BBQ and so MUCH MORE. Tastings from 30+ Pitmasters  + Chefs at the 5th annual Carolina BBQ Festival.About this EventJoin us at the Carolina BBQ Festival
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/the-carolina-bbq-festival-2026/100001977318859938
  - **Venue**: Victoria Yards
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  - **Categories**: festivals, music, food-drinks, live-music, entertainment, kids, nonprofit, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrate with bites of melty, cheesy goodness paired with delicious drinks from Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bars.About this EventCharlotte Grilled Cheese FestivalEnjoy a fun twist on America's Favorite Sandwich with an
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/charlotte-grilled-cheese-festival-2026/100001984379460384
  - **Venue**: South End Station Parking Lot
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- **Event Name**: Carowinds Spring Break
  - **Description**: Carowinds is where the Carolinas come together for fun—and Spring Break is the perfect time to experience it the Carolina Way.
Enjoy ten days of high‑speed coasters, family adventures, and sunny spring moments as the park opens up for a new season of exci
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 03 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/carowinds-spring-break/200029879915722
  - **Venue**: 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28273
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- **Event Name**: Empanada Fest 2026
  - **Description**: 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓: 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝟏𝟐-𝟔𝐏𝐌 | 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Come and taste your way around Latin America’s famous pastry turnovers. Whether you prefer them baked or fried, meat-filled or vegetarian, made with flour or with corn –
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/empanada-fest-2026/200029784728820
  - **Venue**: The Boileryard at Camp North End
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- **Event Name**: Carowinds Viva La Fiesta Opening Weekend
  - **Description**: https://www.sixflags.com/carowinds/events/viva-la-fiesta

Celebrate spring with vivid cultural experiences and spirited traditions at Carowinds’ Viva La Fiesta, the most exciting spring activity in the Carolinas. Embark on a voyage to tropical shores with
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/carowinds-viva-la-fiesta-opening-weekend/200029879915517
  - **Venue**: 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28273
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, art, parties, sports, music
- **Event Name**: **SOLD OUT** BTR Tour 2026 - K*ll Lincoln + JER + Bad Operation w/ Flying Raccoon Suit @ Milestone
  - **Description**: FRIDAY, JUNE 19th 2026

BAD TIME RECORDS TOUR 2026
featuring
K*ll LINCOLN
JER
and BAD OPERATION
with Flying Raccoon Suit

BAR OPENS AT 7:00 PM / SHOW STARTS AT 8:00 PM / AGES 18 & UP WELCOME / NO ONE ADMITTED WITHOUT VALID PHOTO IDENTIFICATION (NO EXC
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/sold-out-btr-tour-2026-kll-lincoln-jer-bad-operation-w-flying-raccoon-suit-milestone/200029742609430
  - **Venue**: The Milestone Club
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- **Event Name**: 7th Annual Charlotte Brunch Festival
  - **Description**: Brunch lovers, this one is for you! Join us for a celebration of all things brunch!About this EventThe 7th Annual Charlotte Brunch Festival returns! Get ready to indulge in delicious brun
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    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/7th-annual-charlotte-brunch-festival/100001983974493116
  - **Venue**: The Boardwalk at The Shoppes at University Place
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  - **Price**: USD 7 to 10
  - **Categories**: Festivals, Entertainment, Kids, Music
- **Event Name**: Charlotte StrEATs Festival
  - **Description**: Let’s celebrate Charlotte’s culinary scene during Charlotte SHOUT!About this EventMark your calendar for the fifth annual Charlotte StrEATs Festival, held in partnership with Charlotte SHOUT! This FREE event celebrates Ch
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    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 12 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Apr 12 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/charlotte-streats-festival/100001980583935868
  - **Venue**: First Ward Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, trips-adventures, food-truck-festivals, calendar, camping
- **Event Name**: 2026 JAPAN FEST at Urban District Market and Seoul Food Meat Co
  - **Description**: Join our third annual JAPAN FEST celebration! Hosted by Urban District Market, Seoul Food Meat Co, and the Japanese Association in Charlotte. 

Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17
JAPAN FEST 
12pm - 9pm | Urban District Market 

Address: 2315 N Davidson
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    - Count: 125
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/2026-japan-fest-at-urban-district-market-and-seoul-food-meat-co/200029771650524
  - **Venue**: 2315 N Davidson St, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28205
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  - **Categories**: festivals, music, contests, karaoke, kids, live-music, entertainment, food-drinks, art, music-festivals, anime
- **Event Name**: Charlotte StrEATs Tasting Tour 2026
  - **Description**: Taste your way through Charlotte without leaving Uptown at the fifth annual StrEATs Tasting Tour!About this EventCharlotte's premier tasting experience is back – marking 5 delicious years!This April, come savor sig
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    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/charlotte-streats-tasting-tour-2026/100001975348120403
  - **Venue**: First Ward Park
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  - **Price**: USD 111 to 162
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, food-truck-festivals, music, live-music, trips-adventures, entertainment, camping, art, cooking, dog, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: FOODEESFEST - Charlotte, NC
  - **Description**: Come for the food, leave with a story. Join the #1 touring food truck festival experience in the US!About this EventJoin Us at the Foodees Food and Culture Festival in Charlotte, NCGet ready for
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/foodeesfest-charlotte-nc/100001977678624002
  - **Venue**: Charlotte Premium Outlets
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: food-drinks, festivals, food-truck-festivals, art
- **Event Name**: RnB Mimosa Festival Charlotte : Session 1
  - **Description**: Your favorite music with your favorite drink...........MIMOSAS!About this EventRNB MIMOSA FESTIVAL CHARLOTTE********************************************************
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/rnb-mimosa-festival-charlotte-session-1/100001980158922642
  - **Venue**: Victoria Yards
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  - **Price**: USD 38 to 164
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Wine & Food Festival - Charlotte Ballantyne
  - **Description**: Join Us For The Return of this Tantalizing Event…..The Wine + Food Festival At Ballantyne!About this EventUncork The Flavor, Uncork The Fun, Uncork Charlotte!Come to a
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/wine-and-food-festival-charlotte-ballantyne/100001804070897619
  - **Venue**: Ballantyne's Backyard
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9lMTMzZjRlMGQxYzkwZWNkM2Y5NDBmOWY3MTg2MGMzNjNlMTk5NTQ0OWI4ZjQ2OTQzMWNkOWM3MmNmMzFkODBhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY2MS1kYzc2NzQ2My1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NjA0NTAyNzI.avif
  - **Price**: USD 48 to 88
  - **Categories**: food-truck-festivals, food-drinks, festivals, music, entertainment, wine-tasting, workshops, live-music, cooking, music-festivals, pop-ups

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  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69acd79008780.jpg
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  - **Venue**: Little Sugar Creek Greenway
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  - **Venue**: Charlotte Marriott City Center
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- **Event Name**: Matt Rife at Spectrum Center
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Matt Rife at Spectrum Center, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Spectrum Center in the heart of Charlotte, NC for an event that wil
  - **Venue**: Spectrum Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb699d9b9fb2924.jpg
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  - **Description**: North Carolina’s largest food festival is set to return to Tryon June 5th-7th 2026 in uptown Charlotte welcoming Food Lion as its title sponsor for the sixth year. The event offers a mix of family entertainment unique shopping live music kid’s activiti
  - **Venue**: Uptown Charlotte
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb690930cb6a1dc.jpg
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  - **Venue**: Bank of America Stadium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Taste of Charlotte 2026 (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 12:00 am at Uptown Charlotte), Taste of Charlotte Festival 2026 (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 11:00 am at 101 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, United States), The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at Victoria Yards), Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival 2026 (Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm at South End Station Parking Lot), Carowinds Spring Break (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 10:00 am at 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28273).
- **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Charlotte StrEATs Festival (Sun Apr 12 2026 at 12:00 pm at First Ward Park), FOODEESFEST - Charlotte, NC (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 01:00 pm at Charlotte Premium Outlets).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Charlotte in April 2026?
  - **A:** The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at Victoria Yards), Carowinds Spring Break (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 10:00 am at 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28273), Empanada Fest 2026 (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Boileryard at Camp North End), Carowinds Viva La Fiesta Opening Weekend (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am at 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, United States, North Carolina 28273), 7th Annual Charlotte Brunch Festival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Boardwalk at The Shoppes at University Place).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Charlotte on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Charlotte include Uptown Charlotte, 101 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, United States, Victoria Yards.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Charlotte range from USD 7 to USD 164. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Charlotte include Taste of Charlotte, Taste of Charlotte Festival, Carolina BBQ Festival.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Charlotte?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Charlotte.

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