Celebration at Optimist Hall (2021). Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
The Weekender is proudly presented by The Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway, now offering limited seating for the general public. Enjoy a world-class menu, great cocktails and Speedway views. Call 704-455-3216 for reservations.
FRIDAY, JUNE 3
85. Partly cloudy. 13% chance of rain.
Summer Kickoff Pool Party at Aura Rooftop: Tickets to this summer kick-off event include a welcome cocktail, pool access plus pool floats, small bites, swag bags and plenty of photo ops. Noon to 6pm. $30. Details.
Eat Black Charlotte Food & Culture Festival at participating restaurants: For one week, participating Black-owned restaurants will be offering pre-fixed lunch and dinner menus. June 3-12. Prices vary. Details.
Opiuo & The Sponges The Music Yard: Grab your crew and head to the Music Yard to hear DJ Opiuo and guest performers The Sponges and Josh Teed. 6-11pm. $20. Details.
DJ FijiBoi D-Lo at Camp North End (Keswick): Make your way out to the Keswick district in Camp North End to listen to a set by DJ FijiBoi D-Lo. 6-9pm. Free. Details.
South End Wine & Hops Fest Wine Dinner at Roots Cafe: Now in its eighth year, the South End Wine and Hops Fest is kicking off with a special wine dinner with plates prepared by Chef Craig Barbour of Roots Cafe. 6pm. $75. Details.
Mingle’s Summer Camp Night at Skiptown: Bring your pup along to make some new friends and this summer camp-themed mixer, complete with games like Never Have I Ever and 2 Truths & a Lie. 6:30-9pm. Registration required. Details.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4
86. Sunny. 2% chance of rain.
12th Annual Keep Pounding 5K at Levine Cancer Institute: By participating in this 5k, you are helping to raise funds for cancer research and treatments at Atrium Health. The race route will start outside Levine Cancer Institute and finish inside Bank of America Stadium. 6:45am. $30. Details.
SkillPop Summer Learning Kick-off at Metropolitan: SkillPop is bringing back in-person classes and to celebrate, they’re offering a day of fun classes and pop-ups. 10am to 5pm. Registration required. Details.
“Girl, It’s Time” Brunch at Good Life At Enderly Park: Connect with boss women in Charlotte and do some self-work in a safe space. 10am to 2pm. $97-$150. Details.
Summer Lovin’ at Optimist Hall: Make your way out to Optimist Hall for lawn games, face painting, steel drums and other fun activities at this summertime kickoff party. 11am to 2pm. Free. Details.
Terrible Twos Anniversary Party at Devil’s Logic Brewing: Head to the taproom to enjoy live music, special beer releases, a vendors market and a full day of activities. 11am to 11pm. Free. Details.
Sally New River as Imagined by Alex Osborn Portrait Unveiling at The Charlotte Museum of History: This portrait is the latest addition to the Museum’s Path of Portraits project. The piece, created by contemporary Catawba artist Alex Osborn, depicts Sally New River, an elder from the Catawba Nation in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Noon to 1pm. Free. Details.
Bubbles & Bites at Link & Pin Huntersville: Tickets to this event include samples of bubbly, small bites plus cheese and charcuterie pairings. 2-4pm. $35. Details.
Music Fest at Wild Hope Farm: Spend an afternoon on a farm enjoying everything from farm-fresh food and drinks to a great lineup of local musicians. This event is B.Y.O. picnic. 3-8pm. $40. Details.
Havana Night in the Boileryard at Camp North End: Celebrate Cuba’s rich culture and enjoy a nice of live music and authentic Cuban cuisine. 5-10pm. Free. Details.
NoDa 5K at NoDa Brewing Company: Go for an afternoon run through the North End neighborhood. The route will start and end at the brewery. 6pm. Free. Details.
Kanye vs Drake Night at The Music Yard: Dance to all of your favorite songs from the two most celebrated male rappers in the industry Kanye and Drake. 6-11pm. $15. Details.
CHVRCHES The Fillmore: You may know the Scottish synth-pop group for their 2014 song “The Mother We Share.” 8pm. $35. Details.
SUNDAY, JUNE 5
86. Mostly sunny. 2% chance of rain.
June Front Porch Sundays at Atherton Mill: Shop from more than 70 local vendors and listen to live music. 11am to 4pm. Free. Details.
Groove Market at The Music Yard: This pop-up event will have local vendors, DJs and food and drinks. 11am to 5pm. Free. Details.
Seedling Brunch at Plant Joy: Calling all vegan kings and queens — this one’s for you. Join host Onya Nerves for this lean, green vegan brunch. Food and drinks must be purchased separately. Free. Details.
Slay Sunday Pride Month Drag Brunch: This drag brunch experience includes performances from the queens of The Vanity House. Brunch items can be ordered separately. 11am to 2pm. $25. Details.
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Oasis at Summit Seltzer: This new weekly summer party series will feature a rotating lineup of DJs playing genres ranging from deep house to R&B. Every Sunday, you can expect a different vibe and a DJ to match. 1-6pm. Free. Details.
Barenaked Ladies Last Summer On Earth Tour at Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre: Rock out with the Barenaked Ladies as they perform songs from their latest album Detour de Force. 7pm. $29. Details.
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