Now that the humidity levels are finally dip below , you experience , 150 % , it ’s startle to feel safe to leave the mansion again . So as the temperature degenerate and the sweater come out , you ’ll want to start packing your schedule with a ton of fall - friendly activity and expedition . From foodie - focused experiences and a multiplicity of case involving beer ( manifestly ) to more family - friendly social occasion and action , here are all the occasions deserving set on your calendar .
Bask in baklava heaven
September 6 - 9DilworthThe Yiasou Greek Festival at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Dilworth is a must - hang . So much so that the line to get in typically wraps around the block . Hey , it ’s deserving it for the authentic gyro , live euphony , shopping , wine-coloured tasting , and ( duh ) the baklava ice-cream sundae . Pro backsheesh : there ’s also a drive - thru option . Cost:$3
Check out a crazy fun pumpkin fest
September 15South EndRegardless of your feelings on pumpkin spicery lattes and the time that they should appear on the Starbucks menu , it ’s belike good to say that an appreciation for fall and beer is a universal thing , right ? That ’s why you should make it a point to be at Sycamore Brewing ’s Pumpkin Fest . You ’ll find your favorite fall brewage ( include Gourd Have Mercy ! ) plus springy music and food trucks . Cost : Free
Spruce up those walls
September 21 - 22Freedom ParkWhy go to HomeGoods and grab the same paries art that everyone else has when you could denounce local ? At Festival in the Park , over 150 journeyman sell their beautifully craft employment , using Freedom Park as a scenic backdrop . Get to be intimate the artists as you graze pottery , paintings , and more . price : detached to hang
Throw on your lederhosen and grab some beers
September 21 - 23LoSoOlde Mecklenburg Brewery offers up its version of Germany ’s traditional Oktoberfest celebrations with lively euphony , food for thought , and ( duh ) great deal of fresh - brewed beer . Someone ’s gain ground a trip to Germany , so make indisputable you ’re in attending . price : Free
Beef up your wine knowledge
September 27South ParkYou love to drink wine , but do you have it away the chronicle behind your favorite glass ? At Corkbuzz ’s The Founding Fathers of Wine class , you ’ll learn the tale of the soul who have mold some of the most authoritative wine - producing regions across the globe . Whether you ’re a history buff , a wine lover , or both , it ’s the perfect direction to spend an evening .
Raise your glass to Oktoberfest
September 29Bojangles ColiseumA must - attend for beer enthusiasts , Oktoberfest returns for its nineteenth year . try the product of 12 of beer maker , many from the Southeast . There ’s also a Cider Row , if hard cyder are more your thing . Tickets:$42
Non-stop merriment and massive turkey legs return
September 29HuntersvilleNow in its 25th year , the Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace returns once again . Travel back in time and watch knight jousting on horseback , take part in passel of banqueting , watch out falconry shows , and do some shopping . Cost:$24 purchased online or at Harris Teeter
Get thoroughly freaked out at Carowinds
October 1CarowindsHalloween is fast approaching , and every adrenaline junkie ’s favorite hangout , Carowinds , is transforming accordingly . receive to Scarowinds , a absolutely creepy fear fest to get you in the mode for all things touch , ghoul , and goblins . There are over 500 freak just hold back to make your acquaintance so , um , full luckCost : Tickets get at $ 31 when you buy online
Celebrate fall at the U.S. National Whitewater Center
October 6U.S. National Whitewater CenterSample cyder , enter in a yoga class , listen to live euphony , and even try your manus at a Build Your Own Boat rival . It ’s the perfect way of life to welcome the time of year . Cost:$6 per car to park
Learn about the beauty of Latin American culture
October 6UptownThe 7th annual Hola Charlotte festival comes to uptown Charlotte in a bouncing celebration of Romance American polish . Browse the Romance American cultural village , sample bona fide cuisine , check out a street prowess show , and observe live medicine and saltation performances . Cost : Free to attend
Pinot and prosecco and chardonnay, oh my!
October 10South EndThrow on your full downslope outfit and head out to the South End Wine Festival . You ’ll expand your wine drinking repertory , plus there ’s bouncy music and tidy sum of intellectual nourishment . sum up fillip : you ’re drinking for a suit . Proceeds from the event welfare Classroom Central . Cost:$35
Enjoy some ooey, gooey, goodness in the form of grilled cheese
October 13South EndGrilled high mallow is arguably one of the most perfect food . It ’s simple , it ’s low-cost , it ’s comforting , and it does n’t matter how old or sophisticated you are , it ’s always a hearty choice . Celebrate this lucky , toasted beauty at the Grilled Cheese Festival . You ’ll try unequaled twist on the childhood favorite , and will get to weigh in on who YOU think deserves the title of Charlotte ’s Best Grilled Cheese . Tickets:$20
Is it getting chili in here or is it just me?
October 15South EndWhether you like your chili supererogatory - spicy , made with turkey , or with other ingredients solely , you ’ll belike find it at the South End Chili Cookoff . The effect have four categories : red , vegetarian , “ The Other Ones , ” and People ’s Choice . try out the incoming , hurl your ballot on who rule the rivalry , and get some lead for your next at - home chili night . The proceeds benefit four desirable charities . Cost:$12
Go up, up, and away in a balloon
October 19 - 21Statesville , NCHot air balloon ride are no longer reserve stringently for contestants on any number of Bachelor - related appearance . At the Carolina Balloon Fest , you ’ve got plentifulness of chance to book a ride in one for yourself . You ’ll also find pile of delicious food , beer and wine , and some favorable balloon - related competition . Cost : progress weekend passes are $ 35
Get serious jack-o-lantern envy
October 27UptownDo you thinkyourPanthers - themed pumpkin took some serious handicraft ? Think again . The GUTS autumn pumpkin carving competition takes gourd art to a whole new stratum . Local and regional artist face off to raise money for the Make - A - Wish Foundation . It ’s sport , it ’s merry , and in 2017 the case raised $ 48,000 . Whoa . Cost:$10
Don your ghoulish best as you monster mash your way through Uptown
October 27UptownIf you ’re planning on showing up in a platitude costume to the Rich and Bennett Halloween bar crawl , suppose again . attendee go all out , so you ’ll want to step it up a pass . Make certain to go forth the aphrodisiacal nurse getup at habitation and tope your direction through more than 20 bars , each with special for attendees . If you ’re especially gallant of your efforts , get in the costume competition . Cost : other bird tickets are $ 10
Bask in total ‘90s nostalgia
November 2Ovens AuditoriumIf you ’re a unfeigned ‘ 90s kid , you spent hours watching Double Dare and dreaming about what it would be like to take the physical challenge . Now you’re able to get up tight and personal with the iconic show as it take over the Queen City . If you ’re really lucky , you could be chosen to vie . toll : Tickets commence at $ 30
Remember: life is a marathon, not a sprint
November 3Throughout the cityLace up your sneaks and get ready to shatter your PR when you take part in the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon . The form snakes its way around the streets of the Queen City , giving you a scenic survey as you pound off the sidewalk . Not quite in marathon shape ? No problem . Maybe the half - marathon or 5 K options are more your speed . Cost:$125 to register for the marathon , free to root on the runners on
Grab all of your stocking stuffers
November 8The Park Expo CenterIt ’s intemperate to believe , but the holiday season is almost upon us . This year , stress a different approach and do n’t wait until the last minute to seize gifts for everyone on your list . The Southern Christmas Show has a plethora of adorable , heedful natural endowment options for even the hardest to shop for name on your list . Seriously , if you ca n’t receive something for them here , then they ’ve earned themselves a gift card . Cost:$13
Prepare for your food coma accordingly
November 23UptownBefore the triptofan hits and those three fade of pecan pie settle in your stomach , take in some Thanksgiving Day celebration . float . Marching lot . Holiday good cheer . This parade has been a Queen City custom for 70 years , and for honest reason . Cost : Free to attend , but you could make up for reserved seating room
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Hot Air Balloon Festival|Anthony Doudt/flickr
Sycamore Brewing
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
Renaissance Festival|anoldent/flickr
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Hot air Balloon Fest|Anthony Doudt/flickr
Southern Christmas Show
