Hola Charlotte Festival Parade – October 7, 2023
Charlotte North Carolina Offers Something For Everyone
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With an array of family-friendly attractions, diverse culinary options and spirited celebrations, Charlotte is a year-round destination for tourists and locals alike. From Oktoberfest merry-making and holiday escapades to spring food festivals and summer fireworks displays, Charlotte offers something new and exciting around every corner.
The city’s temperate climate provides ideal conditions for outdoor festivals and niche events throughout the summer. Dig your picnic blanket out of storage, lather on the sunscreen and prepare to kick off one of the season’s best Charlotte activities: the annual HeroesCon comic book convention, held June 16-18. Attendees will be treated to appearances by the creative minds behind captivating franchises like Marvel, DC and Guardians of the Galaxy.
In addition to a wide selection of brews, the 9th annual South End Wine & Hops Festival takes place April 1. The popular beer festival offers plenty of tasting, music and appetizers. Families with furry friends can also enjoy the festivities, as dogs are welcome on a leash.
Those seeking a more high-culture fix can catch a performance by the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra at the Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts. The popular Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden hosts Holidays at the Garden from November through December. The display features over a million lights, holiday music and other festive attractions. The Charlotte Pride Festival celebrates the LGBTQ community with parades and live music, while the Vivacious Charlotte Caribbean Carnival attracts crowds eager to see who will be crowned queen during the event’s color and inclusive pageant.