Weekender: 29 things to do in Charlotte May 15–17
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Camden Commons returns to South End this Sunday for the last time this season. Photo: Courtesy of Charlotte City Partners
It's time to enjoy this spring weather with some outdoor events from festivals to yoga in the park.
Friday, May 15
🧐 Get intrigued by a thought-provoking conversation on the psychology of serial killers at the Carolina Theatre. | $46+ | 7:30pm | Details
🧑🍳 Check out a culinary competition inspired by "Next Level Chef" where you'll sample dishes and crown the winning local chef team at The Forum at Hope Haven. | $95 | 7–9pm | Details
🍦 Order the "Otter This World" ice cream flavor at Seemingly Overzealous as proceeds benefit the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. | Free | 1pm | Details
🖼️ View "Caravaggio | Revolution," a new exhibit at Mint Museum Uptown. | $0–$25 | Runs through October | Details
🍿 Watch "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" at Triple C Brewing Company. | Free | 6pm | Details
🧠 Test your knowledge of Drake's music with trivia at Suffolk Punch for a chance to win a prize. | Free | 7–9pm | Details
🎶 Vibe to Ole 60 at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre. | Prices vary | 7:30pm | Details
🇯🇵 Pull up to Manga Mart with other anime fans for streetwear, vintage manga, collectibles and more at Urban District Market to kick off their Japan Fest. | Free | 5–9pm | Details
🧘 Unwind with a yoga flow at Romare Bearden Park in Uptown. | Free | 6–7pm | Details
🎧 Party through the weekend with DJ sets at three local spots. | Prices vary | Runs through Sunday | Details
🎶 Vibe to Drake's new album in a listening party at Blinders Sports Lounge over cocktails, prizes and more. | $33.99+ | 9pm–2am | Details
Saturday, May 16
🎶 Listen to a musical tribute to D'Angelo from a live orchestra at the Carolina Theatre. | $64+ | 8pm | Details
🧹 Volunteer to clean up the South End Rail Trail starting at the New Bern light rail station, enjoy a post-cleaning celebration drink from HopFly Brewing Co. and enter a raffle for a chance to win items from local businesses. | Free | 10am | Details
🐶 Grab a beer at Vaulted Oak Brewing and meet some adoptable dogs and cats. | Free | 3–7pm | Details
😂 Laugh the night away at Charlotte Comedy Theater and stick around for more shows. | $15 | 8pm | Details
🥞 Enjoy a '90s-themed brunch at Dilworth Tasting Room Plaza Midwood. | Free | 12pm | Details
🍷 Make plans with friends to enjoy a sauvignon blanc tasting at Dilworth Tasting Room. | $30 | 1pm | Details
🌷 Explore the secret gardens of Fourth Ward with complimentary food, wine and cocktail tastings along the way. | $42 | Runs through Sunday | Details
⚽️ Cheer on Carolina Ascent in their regular-season finale at American Legion Memorial Stadium. | Prices vary | 7pm | Details
🏟️ Cheer on Charlotte FC as they take on Toronto FC at Bank of America Stadium. | $30+ | 7:30pm | Details
🎤 Vibe to Dave Matthews Band at Truliant Amphitheater. | $69+ | 7:30pm | Details
🎊 Enjoy a pre-summer celebration with ice cream, a DJ, a photo booth and more at Morelia Gourmet Paletas. | Free | 1–7pm | Details
🪩 Dance the day away to hip-hop and R&B at the Nothing But Anthems day party at Platform Sports Bar. | $17+ | 4–10pm | Details
Sunday, May 17
🇮🇹 Attend Festa Italiana: The Italian Food & Wine Festival in Uptown with food and drink vendors, performances, demonstrations, a car exhibit, market, art show and more. Proceeds support the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Nevins Inc. | Free for ages 12 and under. Adults $45+ | 1–6pm | Details
🛍️ Stroll and shop the last Camden Commons outdoor market in South End for local vendors, games and more. | Free | 10am–5pm | Details
📚 Pull up a chair and a book to join That's Novel Books' Silent Book Club brunch at Camp North End and spark conversations with other bookworms. | Free | 9:30–11am | Details
🎤 Hear John Legend live in concert at Ovens Auditorium. | $97+ | 8pm | Details
🍷 Enjoy a wine and cocktail tasting paired with light bites at Lorem Ipsum. | $28+ | 5–9pm | Details
🌳 Set up your own picnic and hang out with friends at Freedom Park with a DJ spinning soulful tunes. | Free | 3–7pm | Details
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