Agenda Weekender: 55 things to do this weekend, including Charlotte Pride, Southern Women’s Show and the God Save the Queen City Music Festival

Weekend Forecast

Friday: 85. Partly cloudy. 0% chance of rain.
Saturday: 83. Partly cloudy. 20% chance of rain.
Sunday: 82. Partly cloudy. 0% chance of rain.

Friday, August 25

Food & Drink

Food Trucks and Music in the Garden at Wing Haven: Family friendly event with local food trucks, live music and drinks. 5:30-8 p.m. $10+. Details.

Get Lucky at Lucky’s: The first 30 people there will get a free Bud Light and winners of the high score contest will win 100 tokens, beer and football tickets. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Details.

Bark and Brew at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew: Meet up with Perfect Pet Dog Training while you you enjoy some local brews. 21+ only. 7-9 p.m. Free. Details.

Drunken Spelling Bee at Flight: Test your intelligence and your love for beer for a good cause. Donate school supplies or cash and receive a complimentary cocktail. 7-10 p.m. Free. Details.

Tequila Dinner at Napa on Providence: With pairings by Larken Engleston and hosted by Napa on Providence, this dinner features 5 different tequilas matched with 5 food dishes. 7 p.m. $75++. Details.

Experience

Two Fold – Fall/Winter Launch Party at Covet Atelier: Come celebrate and preview the new line from Two Fold with complimentary wine and snacks. You’ll also get 15% off your purchases. 6-8 p.m. Free. Details.

Pride Takeover at Le Meridien Hotel: This event has no cover charge, so come enjoy music, conversation and drinks (cash/credit bar). 7-11 p.m. Free. Details.

Grand Re-Opening at StrikeCity: Come celebrate with drink specials, prizes, and samples of boozy cotton candy and adult milkshakes. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Free. Details.

Southern Women’s Show at Charlotte Convention Center: The Southern Women’s Show is a weekend full of shopping, fashion shows, and cooking demos. The celebrity guest this year is Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez. Fri-Sun. $10+. Use code Agenda17 for $3 off your online ticket. Details.

God Save the Queen City Music Festival at Neighborhood Theatre: Expect 10+ local and regional bands including Jeff the Brotherhood, Daddy Issues and Benji Hughes, as well as the release of a God Save the Queen City beer. Fri-Sat. $15+. Details.

Learn Things

Think It Up Member Preview at Discovery Place Science: Learners of all ages can design, create and innovate while exploring new tools, materials and processes. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Details.

Arts & Entertainment

Live Music on the Lawn at Piedmont Social House: Discover local sounds in a friendly atmosphere. Rain or Shine. 6-9 p.m. Free. Details.

Movie Under the Stars: Fan Vote Choice at Symphony Park: The movie “Beauty and the Beast” will begin at dusk. Don’t forget your blanket and lawn chairs! 7-10 p.m. Free. Details.

Poetry vs. Hip-Hop at Morehead Tavern: Hosted by award-winning poet and comedian Queen Sheba, this competition puts 5 Charlotte poets head-to-head with 5 Charlotte emcees. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $10+. Details.

Sports

Street Soccer 658 Invitational at Romare Bearden Park: This street soccer tournament is 4-on-4 style and played on a Sport Court Surface. It’ll be a fast-paced and family-friendly event to benefit and support the homeless athletes. 4-8 p.m. Free. Details.

Women’s Soccer at Irwin Belk Track and Field Center/Transamerica Field: Watch the 49ers take on Georgia. 7-10 p.m. $5. Details.

Saturday, August 26

Food & Drink

Hot Pepper Day at Charlotte Regional Farmers Market: They’ll have salsas, hot sauces and hot peppers as well as milk, cheese and bread to cool down the heat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Details.

Eat to Thrive Workshop at Healthy Home Market: Learn how to make healthy living fun, easy and attainable through whole plant-based foods. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. Details.

Intro to Chardonnay at Corkbuzz: Dig into the complexities of the aromas, flavors, oakiness and regions of the popular grape. 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Details.

Pizza Wars at Rooftop 210: You get to be the judge of the best pizza in town. Lounge with friends, listen to music, drink lots of beer and eat lots of pizza. 3-7 p.m. $20+. Details.

Cans for Canines at Viva Vida: For every canned beer special sold, Vida Vida will donate $1 to the Humane Society of Charlotte. 4-11 p.m. Free. Details.

Stop and Smell the Rose at Blackfinn Ameripub – Charlotte: Drink pink in honor of being lovers, not fighters. They’ll be serving up cotton candy and all pink everything alongside several types of rose wine. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. Details.

Martini Madness Ladies Night at Blackfinn Ameripub – Ballantyne: Specialty martinis all night with a DJ and dance floor. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free admission. Details.

Not Just Coffee Grand Opening at TABOR & SOCO Gallery: Coffee fans, get excited. Not Just Coffee is setting up its next permanent location with the 421 Providence Crew, TABOR and SOCO Gallery. They’ll be setup 6 days a week so you can enjoy your art talks and trunk shows with your favorite NJC beverages. Free. Details.

Experience

Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade in Uptown: Enjoy a free festival and parade in Uptown along with other events. Sat-Sun. Free. Details.

Boss Babes and Bubbly at Savor Cafe and Catering: Come out to meet female entrepreneurs and celebrate with bubbly. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Details.

Turner Evolution North Carolina at The Park Expo and Convention Center: A full automotive lifestyle event that showcases the aftermarket automotive industry. You can expect bands, contests and celebrities. 12-8 p.m. $20. Details.

Hops, Hounds and First Downs at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew: Kick-off the football season with your furry best friend in support of St. Francis Farm Animal Sanctuary, which is currently home to over 100 dogs and 40 cats. Check out raffles from local Charlotte businesses and make sure to dress your pup up in their favorite football uniform or cheerleader outfit to be entered into a giveaway. 2-5 p.m. Free. Details.

Las Americas at Midwood International Cultural Center: The second annual indigenous cultures celebration will have cultural displays, musical performances, crafting, shops and authentic cuisine. 2-7 p.m. Free. Details.

Riverside Fest at Riverside Marina: There will be local breweries and food trucks, donation-based paddle boat rides and a low country boil for VIP ticket holders. 3-8 p.m. Free+. Details.

Arts & Entertainment

Guitarist Nick Colionne live at Freedom Park: The final night of the 2017 summer jazz series is sure to be a can’t miss. They’ll have two performers and food trucks. 6-9 p.m. Free. Details.

Battle of the Bands at American Legion Memorial Stadium: The Queen City Battle of the Bands event highlights the community’s exclusive interest in Historically Black Colleges and Universities marching bands and the roles that they play in educating aspiring musicians & developing our future leaders. 7-10 p.m. $15. Details.

Smart Sassy Ladies Show at Charlotte Comedy Theatre: Join Charlotte’s first and only all-female ensemble as they perform their long/short form show through the eyes of the divine feminine. 8 p.m. Free. Details.

Kids

Fairy Garden Workshop at BLACKLION: Bring your own container and they’ll provide 3 miniatures, 3 plants and the other supplies you’ll need for your design. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $45. Details.

Back 2 School Bash at ProStyle Salon and Barbershop: They’ll have free book bags with school supplies and live performances. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Details.

Fitness

Tour de Turns at Start2Finish: Choose between 15, 25, 32 and 67 mile routes. They’ll have lunch, live music, a craft beer garden, raffles and more at the finish. 6:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $10+ . Details.

Yiasou Greek Festival 5k at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral: The course is arguably one of Charlotte’s flattest 5Ks, so it’s perfect for PRs. There will be a post-race beer garden courtesy of NoDa Brewing 7:30 a.m. $10+. Details.

Yoga on the VINE at Ink N Ivy: Start off your Saturday with a yoga class on the patio followed by brunch. Your ticket gets you the class and a mimosa. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. $5. Details.

Rockin’ the Block at Charlotte Running Company Dilworth: To celebrate the anniversary sale, they’ll have factory reps, snacks, DJ KARZ and more. 1-4 p.m. Free. Details.

Sports

Life Time Athletic Hiring Fair at The Ballantyne: Life Time Athletic is expecting to hire over 300 people for their LifeSpa, Life Café, personal training and more. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. Details.

BTEP’s 3 on 3 Tournament on South Mint Street: Proceeds benefit under-served children and families. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Details.

Men’s Soccer at Irwin Belk Track and Field Center/Transamerica Field: Watch the 49ers take on Winthrop. 7-10 p.m. Free. Details.

McGregor vs. Mayweather Fight Viewing at Bubble: 21+ only. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $23.92. Details.

Sunday, August 27

Food & Drink

MRL Brewery Tour at Queen Park Social: Join Kiss 95.1 to tour the coolest brewery locations in the area. Your ticket includes transportation and a beer at each location. 12-6 p.m. $20. Details.

Game of Thrones Finale Feast at TILT: Come out for a feast fit for the red wedding, minus the carnage. They’ll also be airing the previous episodes before the finale. 5-11:30 p.m. Free. Details.

Experience

Animal Kneads Day at 901 South Kings Drive: This is the biggest fundraiser of the year to support Animal Care and Control’s Spay/Neuter Fund. There will be local vendors and plenty of opportunities to donate, as well as free bread! 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Details.

Shopping Party at El Boutique: Expect mimosas, unicorn drinks and shopping. 12-5 p.m. Free. Details.

Puerto Rican Festival at Southpark: Live music, authentic food, games and more. 12-8 p.m. Free. Details.

Long Trails to Happy Tails Dog Rescue Adoption Event at Heist Brewery: Come out and meet some adoptable pups. 1-4 p.m. Free. Details.

Almost Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser at Tyber Creek Pub: Come out and support Autism After 18 with live music, face painting and prizes. 4-7 p.m. $5 for kids, $20 for adults. Details.

Arts & Entertainment

Queen City Makers Market at Neighborhood Theatre: Come out and shop Charlotte’s best handmade goods for a good cause. They’ll also have local brews and all proceeds will be donated to Duke Cancer Institute – Thoracic and Lunk Cancers Fund and Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center. 2-7 p.m. Free. Details.

Picnic in the Park at Fourth Ward Park: This is the last installment of the summer Picnic in the Park concert series. You’re encouraged to pack a picnic from local businesses and enjoy a night of free music from Doug Norton. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Details.

Fitness

Pure Barre + Brunch at Sycamore Brewing: Try out the popular Pure Barre workout with this free class followed by brunch from TIN Kitchen and Mimosas and Beermosas from Sycamore. Bring your own mat! 9 a.m. Free. Details.

Hop Yoga at NoDa Brewing: Enjoy a restorative yoga session put on by Courtney Lee Burrow outside of the tap room. Admission gets you a free beer. Bring your own mat! 11 a.m. $5. Details.

We’re excited for…

Chinese Lantern Festival 2017 at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden: Expect lanterns of all shapes, sizes and designs, including lions, flamingos and panda bears, as well as a Chinese Folk Art Marketplace, food trows and family activities. $14.95+. September 7-October 29.

Culture Feast at NASCAR Hall of Fame and downtown Cornelius: Enjoy a community table dinner, craft beer, wine and plenty of dancing. 7 p.m. $35. September 8.

2017 Charlotte Oktoberfest at Symphony Park: Over 75 craft breweries from around the world will be featured as well as a selection of craft hard cider. 21 and over only. 12:30-6 p.m. $45+. September 9.

See all the upcoming events here.

Cover photo via Charlotte Pride.
Alivia McAtee contributed to this story.