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Weekender: 29 things to do in Charlotte May 15–17

Events this weekend include Camden Commons' outdoor market, an Italian food and wine festival and more.

Things to Do

It&#x27;s time to enjoy <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="this" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/03/09/spring-guide-charlotte-fun-things-to-do-2024" data-vars-content-id="0fcd8960-b2e4-4302-80a6-e896eb01fff5" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 29 things to do in Charlotte May 15–17" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/03/09/spring-guide-charlotte-fun-things-to-do-2024" target="_self">this</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="spring" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/03/09/spring-guide-charlotte-fun-things-to-do-2024" data-vars-content-id="0fcd8960-b2e4-4302-80a6-e896eb01fff5" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 29 things to do in Charlotte May 15–17" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/03/09/spring-guide-charlotte-fun-things-to-do-2024" target="_self">spring</a> weather with some outdoor events from festivals to yoga in the park.

5-mile hike less than three hours from Charlotte boasts 360 mountain views

A 5-mile Roan Highlands hike offers sweeping views and an summer escape.

Less than three hours from Charlotte is a roughly 5-mile hike with stunning views of the mountains in North Carolina and Tennessee. Why it matters: If high flight prices have you rethinking your summer travel plans, there&#x27;s plenty to do in and around North Carolina.

Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood

The French-inspired bakery and cafe opens Wednesday, May 20 at 8am.

Food and Drink

French-inspired cafe and bakery Maman opens Wednesday, May 20, in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Plaza Midwood." data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/25/prosecco-bar-bev-now-open-plaza-midwood" data-vars-content-id="12612668-063c-4fab-814c-0c291b3e997c" data-vars-headline="Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/25/prosecco-bar-bev-now-open-plaza-midwood" target="_self">Plaza Midwood.</a>Why it matters: Maman is the latest national chain to join <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Commonwealth" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/31/commonwealth-plaza-midwood-popup-bagels-maman" data-vars-content-id="12612668-063c-4fab-814c-0c291b3e997c" data-vars-headline="Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/31/commonwealth-plaza-midwood-popup-bagels-maman" target="_self">Commonwealth</a>, the mixed-use development reshaping part of Plaza Midwood into a hub for buzzy, viral brands, like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="PopUp Bagels" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/popup-bagels-north-carolina-ballantyne-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="12612668-063c-4fab-814c-0c291b3e997c" data-vars-headline="Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/popup-bagels-north-carolina-ballantyne-charlotte" target="_self">PopUp Bagels</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="South Block" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/09/south-block-acai-smoothie-ballantyne" data-vars-content-id="12612668-063c-4fab-814c-0c291b3e997c" data-vars-headline="Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/09/south-block-acai-smoothie-ballantyne" target="_self">South Block</a>.

University renovates former Uptown hotel into dorms

The West Trade building will become permanent student housing.

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Johnson &amp; Wales University is embarking on a $42 million renovation of its former hotel-turned-residence hall in Charlotte&#x27;s Third Ward.Why it matters: It&#x27;s another prominent Uptown building conversion in the works, joining projects like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brooklyn &amp; Church" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/29/brooklyn-church-uptown-office-conversion-housing-construction-redevelopment" data-vars-content-id="157aacde-1c79-4c31-8a3c-41276bbbf394" data-vars-headline="University renovates former Uptown hotel into dorms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/29/brooklyn-church-uptown-office-conversion-housing-construction-redevelopment" target="_self">Brooklyn &amp; Church</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Johnston Building" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/24/office-market-jobs-vacancies-conversions" data-vars-content-id="157aacde-1c79-4c31-8a3c-41276bbbf394" data-vars-headline="University renovates former Uptown hotel into dorms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/24/office-market-jobs-vacancies-conversions" target="_self">The Johnston Building</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the former Two Wells Fargo Center" data-vars-click-url="https://x.com/alexsands_/status/2047685999149363622?s=20" data-vars-content-id="157aacde-1c79-4c31-8a3c-41276bbbf394" data-vars-headline="University renovates former Uptown hotel into dorms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://x.com/alexsands_/status/2047685999149363622?s=20" target="_blank">the former Two Wells Fargo Center</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="400 South Tryon" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/04/03/uptown-charlotte-400-south-tryon-conversion" data-vars-content-id="157aacde-1c79-4c31-8a3c-41276bbbf394" data-vars-headline="University renovates former Uptown hotel into dorms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/04/03/uptown-charlotte-400-south-tryon-conversion" target="_self">400 South Tryon</a>.

NoDa's Heist Brewery to reopen this spring

The North Davidson Street brewery returns after a lengthy closure with expanded seating, longtime menu favorites and brunch.

Heist Brewery in NoDa will reopen soon, bringing back plenty of fan favorites — including <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="brunch" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/04/14/brunch-charlotte-nc-132274" data-vars-content-id="9d845dc5-4c54-4df5-81de-279e8acfcb12" data-vars-headline="NoDa&#x27;s Heist Brewery to reopen this spring" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/04/14/brunch-charlotte-nc-132274" target="_self">brunch</a>. Why it matters: The brewery&#x27;s original North Davidson Street location has been closed for nearly two years after a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="kitchen fire" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/07/17/fire-at-a-brewery-and-other-speed-reads" data-vars-content-id="9d845dc5-4c54-4df5-81de-279e8acfcb12" data-vars-headline="NoDa&#x27;s Heist Brewery to reopen this spring" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/07/17/fire-at-a-brewery-and-other-speed-reads" target="_self">kitchen fire</a> forced major repairs and renovations.

New Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta opens in Uptown in May

Italo, run by the team behind Aria, will open in the former Cicchetti space.

Italo, a new Italian restaurant, will open in Uptown on Tuesday, May 19.Why it matters: The restaurant, the latest from Aria Tuscan Grill owners Pierre Bader and Briana Cohen, occupies the former space of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cicchetti" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2019/03/04/cicchetti-italian-restaurant-and-bar-in-uptown-charlotte-159549" data-vars-content-id="7a0ec402-b8ab-40f8-bd63-93d45879c855" data-vars-headline="New Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta opens in Uptown in May" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2019/03/04/cicchetti-italian-restaurant-and-bar-in-uptown-charlotte-159549" target="_self">Cicchetti</a>, which closed earlier this month.

Sneak peek: South End's Market on Morehead opens soon

Market on Morehead also has skyline views and a spacious dog-friendly patio.

South End&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="next buzzy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/31/carson-station-market-morehead-south-end-restaurant-uptown-dogs-patio" data-vars-content-id="8a21e4fa-d529-48f6-a731-9760a30970ff" data-vars-headline="Sneak peek: South End&#x27;s Market on Morehead opens soon" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/31/carson-station-market-morehead-south-end-restaurant-uptown-dogs-patio" target="_self">next buzzy</a> restaurant and bar opens soon with a mega TV visible from the Rail Trail.Why it matters: Market on Morehead&#x27;s 25-foot outdoor screen, skyline views and spacious dog-friendly patio are anticipated to draw crowds to the restaurant, right next to Carson Station and just blocks from Uptown.

Scoop: Chili Willi's opens in Lake Norman

Rob Duckworth revives the longtime West Virginia restaurant in Cornelius with original recipes.

Chili Willi&#x27;s opens Friday in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="former Waterman space" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/27/scoop-chili-willi-s-to-replace-the-waterman-in-lkn" data-vars-content-id="9f34d283-3a51-4651-88ac-78b8317cf2e3" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Chili Willi&#x27;s opens in Lake Norman" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/27/scoop-chili-willi-s-to-replace-the-waterman-in-lkn" target="_self">former Waterman space</a> in Lake Norman.Why it matters: The restaurant is a revival of a West Virginia favorite, which <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="operated" data-vars-click-url="https://www.herald-dispatch.com/special/lost_huntington/lost-huntington-chili-willis/article_0753f68f-e540-59d7-89f4-8b679c203cff.html" data-vars-content-id="9f34d283-3a51-4651-88ac-78b8317cf2e3" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Chili Willi&#x27;s opens in Lake Norman" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.herald-dispatch.com/special/lost_huntington/lost-huntington-chili-willis/article_0753f68f-e540-59d7-89f4-8b679c203cff.html" target="_blank">operated</a> for nearly three decades before closing in 2011. Its new iteration has become a passion project for local restaurateur <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rob Duckworth" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2018/09/04/rob-duckworth-owner-of-duckworths-136406" data-vars-content-id="9f34d283-3a51-4651-88ac-78b8317cf2e3" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Chili Willi&#x27;s opens in Lake Norman" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2018/09/04/rob-duckworth-owner-of-duckworths-136406" target="_self">Rob Duckworth</a> (of Duckworth&#x27;s and Link &amp; Pin), who took his wife there on their first date and remembers making early-career business deals there.

New day-to-night venue opening soon in former Slingshot space

The day-to-night concept will bring DJs, dancing, cocktails and games to the massive Bland Street venue.

South End Hideaway <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="opens" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" data-vars-content-id="dbc4a784-9814-4e1b-810f-f731dd926fa8" data-vars-headline="New day-to-night venue opening soon in former Slingshot space" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" target="_self">opens</a> Thursday, May 14, in the former Slingshot space on West Bland Street.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new day-to-night concept" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/southendhideaway/" data-vars-content-id="dbc4a784-9814-4e1b-810f-f731dd926fa8" data-vars-headline="New day-to-night venue opening soon in former Slingshot space" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/southendhideaway/" target="_blank">new day-to-night concept</a> revives one of South End&#x27;s most recognizable entertainment venues, just weeks after <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Slingshot closed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wbtv.com/2026/03/31/its-been-an-honor-popular-south-end-charlotte-nightlife-spot-announces-permanent-closure/" data-vars-content-id="dbc4a784-9814-4e1b-810f-f731dd926fa8" data-vars-headline="New day-to-night venue opening soon in former Slingshot space" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wbtv.com/2026/03/31/its-been-an-honor-popular-south-end-charlotte-nightlife-spot-announces-permanent-closure/" target="_blank">Slingshot closed</a> and months after neighboring Resident Culture South End <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shuttered last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/05/resident-culture-brewing-closes-south-end-taproom" data-vars-content-id="dbc4a784-9814-4e1b-810f-f731dd926fa8" data-vars-headline="New day-to-night venue opening soon in former Slingshot space" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/05/resident-culture-brewing-closes-south-end-taproom" target="_self">shuttered last summer</a>.

Inside the 2026 Truist Championship experience in Charlotte

Your guide to the schedule, details, experiences and new offerings at the tournament.

<figure><img alt="Truist Championship sign." height="448" id="2c2cc76c-a949-47f1-b80e-8d57e2e37797" src="https://images.axios.com/P20rQDb4ofELUzp7DiDACG_m1ck=/2026/05/06/1778089739292.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>The buildout for this year&#x27;s tournament took roughly 84 days. There are 15 video boards and 136 structures. Video: Ashley Mahoney/Axios</figcaption></figure>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Truist Championship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/08/06/golf-pga-truist-championship-replaces-wells-fargo-championship-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="1caf8cf4-f140-4e28-866d-d8ebe802c5a7" data-vars-headline="Inside the 2026 Truist Championship experience in Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/08/06/golf-pga-truist-championship-replaces-wells-fargo-championship-charlotte" target="_self">Truist Championship</a> tees off this spring at Quail Hollow Club. Why it matters: It&#x27;s the dawn of a new era for Charlotte&#x27;s annual PGA Tour event, with a new title sponsor for one of the city&#x27;s most popular springtime events.

Charlotte is getting a non-alcoholic bar, with pop-ups planned for the summer

Founder Dre Thomas is launching Heartbutter with a series of pop-ups where you can taste the drinks and vote on the menu.

Charlotte&#x27;s getting a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="non-alcoholic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/01/09/10-spots-in-charlotte-that-serve-delicious-mocktails-and-other-alcohol-free-drinks-236460" data-vars-content-id="ca7fd347-eb4c-4f00-b7c1-f36dcfcf3376" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is getting a non-alcoholic bar, with pop-ups planned for the summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/01/09/10-spots-in-charlotte-that-serve-delicious-mocktails-and-other-alcohol-free-drinks-236460" target="_self">non-alcoholic</a> bar, and you can help build the menu. Why it matters: Younger Americans are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="drinking less" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/10/19/axios-finish-line-americans-are-drinking-less" data-vars-content-id="ca7fd347-eb4c-4f00-b7c1-f36dcfcf3376" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is getting a non-alcoholic bar, with pop-ups planned for the summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/10/19/axios-finish-line-americans-are-drinking-less" target="_self">drinking less</a>, but Charlotte still lacks late-night social spaces where alcohol isn&#x27;t the focus. A Charlotte entrepreneur, Dre Thomas, noticed that gap and decided to fill it herself.

18 most anticipated new restaurants and bars in Charlotte

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See inside: BackStage Lounge to reopen as DeepCuts Hi-Fi

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BackStage Lounge will <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reopen" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" data-vars-content-id="66f25ad2-c1d6-4d7a-9b78-51dba5fbe2d8" data-vars-headline="See inside: BackStage Lounge to reopen as DeepCuts Hi-Fi" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/20/charlotte-new-business-openings-2026" target="_self">reopen</a> as DeepCuts Hi-Fi on Friday, May 1.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a new era for the former South End speakeasy, which has transitioned into a restaurant and hi-fi listening bar.

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Drive-thru coffee chain Burry and Berry adds east Charlotte shop

NoDa's Heist Brewery to reopen this spring

New Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta opens in Uptown in May

Scoop: NYC-based French Bakery Maman opens soon in Plaza Midwood

Packard Tavern opens soon in Uptown