September's 12 biggest events in Charlotte
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September is sending summer out with a bang and giving us plenty to look forward to this fall.
What to expect: The month is bringing 12 major events, including big-name concerts, football games, cultural festivals and the return of some of Charlotte's favorite fall traditions.
🎶 Sept. 1: Brandi Carlile's "The Human Tour" with The Head and the Heart at Spectrum Center. | 7pm | Details
🏃 Sept. 6: Around the Crown 10K gives thousands of runners the rare chance to race on I-277. | 7:30am | Details
🇬🇷 Sept. 11–13: Yiasou Greek Festival brings Greek food, homemade pastries, live music, dancing and cultural exhibits to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. | $5; free for children under 12 | Times vary | Details
🎸 Sept. 12: Iron Maiden's "Run For Your Lives World Tour" with Megadeth at Truliant Amphitheater. | 7:15pm | Details
🏈 Sept. 13: The Carolina Panthers take on the Chicago Bears in their regular-season home opener at Bank of America Stadium. | 1pm | Details
🍜 Sept. 18–20: FoodieLand brings more than 250 food and shopping vendors, games and live entertainment to Charlotte Motor Speedway. | Times vary | Details
🎤 Sept. 18: Young Thug's "The New Generation Tour" with NAV at Bojangles Coliseum. | 8pm | Details
🏈 Sept. 19: West Virginia and Virginia face off in the Duke's Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium. | 7:30pm | Details
🎬 Sept. 22–27: Charlotte Film Festival returns with six days of screenings and events centered at Independent Picture House. | Times vary | Details
🎶 Sept. 23: Gorillaz brings "The Mountain Tour" to Spectrum Center. | 7:30pm | Details
🪩 Sept. 25–26: Breakaway Carolina returns to zMAX Dragway with Tiësto, Chris Lake and more. | Times vary | Details
🎨 Sept. 25–27: Festival in the Park fills Freedom Park with art, food and live entertainment for its 62nd year. | Times vary | Details