Weekender: 28 things to in Charlotte this Easter weekend
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A dozen Easter eggs were painted by local artists at Romare Bearden Park a couple of years ago for Charlotte Shout! Photo: Laura Barrero/Axios
It's not spring in the city without the return of Charlotte Shout! and outdoor markets like Front Porch.
Friday, April 3
🎨 Check out Charlotte Shout! as it kicks off in Uptown with art, food and live performances. | Prices vary | Runs through April 19 | Details
🥃 Enjoy a whiskey tasting paired with small bites at The Ballantyne. | $110 | 6:30pm | Details
🍿 See a screening of "Friday" at Carolina Theatre. | $15-$25 | 7pm | Details
🏀 Cheer on the Charlotte Hornets as they take on the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center. | $32+ | 7pm | Details
🎥 Watch "Iron Man 2" with friends as part of Triple C Brewing Company's Marvel movie series. | Free | 6pm | Details
🧠 Test your knowledge of Stephen King movies and TV with trivia at The Suffolk Punch for a chance to win a cash prize. | Free | 7-9pm | Details
🍽️ Walk around StrEATs Uncorked at Wells Fargo Atrium for a tasting that celebrates North Carolina wine, live music and a variety of cuisines. | $87.82 | 6-9pm | Details
🎊 Party to music from DJ sets with Souled Out Dates at Premier Event Center. | $25+ | 10pm-2am | Details
Saturday, April 4
🏉 Check out Anthem Rugby Carolina as they host their first home match of the season, against the Chicago Hounds at American Legion Memorial Stadium. | $15+ | 4pm | Details
🛍️ Shop from Front Porch CLT as it kicks off in its new location at Freemore West (Thrift Road). | Free | 11am–4pm | Details
🫖 Sip on an afternoon tea with light bites, pastries and follow it with champagne at The Ballantyne. | $35-$70 | 1pm | Details
🛍️ Stroll through the Bowl Street Market in Ballantyne to shop from local businesses. | Free | 10am | Details
🎶 Head over to Sugar Creek Brewing for their concert series on the patio featuring local musicians. | Free | 6-9pm | Details
🎤 See Eric Church in concert at Spectrum Center. | $52+ | 7:30pm | Details
⚽️ Cheer on Charlotte FC as they take on Philadelphia Union at Bank of America Stadium. | $32+ | 7:30pm | Details
🎤 Vibe to Juvenile in concert at The Fillmore. | $75.50 | 8pm | Details
🔎 Let the kids hunt for Easter eggs scattered through Camp North End. | Free | 11am | Details
🍻 Celebrate National Beer Day at Charlotte Brewfest in South End by sampling beer for a chance to vote for the best and stick around for the live music, games and other activities. | $40+ | 1-4pm | Details
👑 Enjoy a drag show brunch at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille. | $21+ | 6:30-7:30pm | Details
🎬 Watch a screening of "On the Way: Spoken Word Poetry Special" at the Independent Picture House. | Free | 6:30-8:45pm | Details
Sunday, April 5
🥚 Take the kiddos to an Easter egg hunt at The Ballantyne and stick around for brunch. | Free | 10am | Details
🎥 Catch a screening of "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" at Carolina Theatre. | $16+ | 7pm | Details
🤑 Search for some of the golden Easter eggs along the Rail Trail that are hidden with Swirl Dessert Bar gift cards ranging from $5-$100. | Free | 2-10pm | Details
🧑🍳 Take a beginner-friendly cooking class from Chef Tiore at Burial Beer. | $65.86 | 2-4pm | Details
🏓 Spend Sunday funday playing pickleball at Lenny Boy Brewing. | $12.51 | 1-5pm | Details
🍾Vibe to a Bad Bunny day party at Aura HiFi in University City. | $0-$110 | 3-9pm | Details
🍳 Enjoy a brunch with gospel anthems at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar. | $29+ | 12pm | Details
🍹 Pull up to CRU for a 2000s-themed 106 & Park day party with throwback anthems and drinks. | Prices vary | 3-10pm | Details
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