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The Charlotten is Charlotte's most believable fake news outlet

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You may have heard that Axios Charlotte has beef with another Instagram account: The Charlotten. We&#x27;re here to address those rumors.Why it matters: There is no feud. There is, however, a rapidly growing parody account that has amassed more than 25,000 followers since launching in January 2025.<ul><li>The Charlotten is our city&#x27;s version of The Onion.</li></ul>

Why Mecklenburg County sheriff is the most intense race on the ballot

Sheriff Garry McFadden is running for reelection during one of the most volatile periods of his career.

Sheriff <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Garry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/12/north-carolina-democrat-primary-voter-guide" data-vars-content-id="6dba2005-00b3-43eb-afb6-f96e33d7a2d2" data-vars-headline="Why Mecklenburg County sheriff is the most intense race on the ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/12/north-carolina-democrat-primary-voter-guide" target="_self">Garry</a> McFadden is running for reelection during one of the most volatile periods of his career, as he faces a state investigation into misconduct allegations and national GOP scrutiny over his handling of ICE detainers, prompting the Trump administration&#x27;s November Border Patrol crackdown in Charlotte.Why it matters: In a usually quiet Democratic primary, McFadden has drawn intense challenges from three opponents, all of whom have law enforcement backgrounds and one who has NFL power behind his campaign.

The evolution of Bank of America Stadium

From site selection in 1989 to what the stadium will look like in 2030, here's a timeline of Bank of America Stadium.

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By 2030, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bank of America Stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/03/nfl-stadium-renovations-panthers-bank-of-america-tepper" data-vars-content-id="e78b5e93-6f6a-4540-af79-e5ade529995b" data-vars-headline="The evolution of Bank of America Stadium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/03/nfl-stadium-renovations-panthers-bank-of-america-tepper" target="_self">Bank of America Stadium</a> will have a fresh look. Why it matters: An $800 million renovation will transform the 30-year-old venue, which is among the oldest in the NFL. Tepper Sports &amp; Entertainment&#x27;s deal with the city also keeps its teams — the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC — here through 2045.

Weekender: 34 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including live music

Events happening Feb. 27-March 1, 2026 include concerts, USA Curling National Championship, Hornets game, skating rink, vendor markets, weddings expo, comedy shows and more.

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Charlotte is turning up the volume this weekend, with everything from live concerts to DJ sets on deck.

The ultimate guide to New Year's Eve 2026 in Charlotte

From chef-curated dinners to themed dance parties, here are 30+ ways to ring in 2026.

2026 is almost here. Whether you&#x27;re booking a chef-curated dinner or dancing your way through a themed party, we&#x27;ve rounded up 30+ ways to celebrate New Year&#x27;s Eve in Charlotte.Editor&#x27;s note: All events will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, unless otherwise noted.

How to spend 12 hours in Asheville: A mini guide for food, art and views

Got a little downtime this holiday season? That's all you need for a quick Asheville day trip.

If the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday rush" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/26/charlotte-december-events-guide-2025" data-vars-content-id="5137221c-fc35-48b6-a0ee-2effa346d83e" data-vars-headline="How to spend 12 hours in Asheville: A mini guide for food, art and views" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/26/charlotte-december-events-guide-2025" target="_self">holiday rush</a> comes with a pocket of downtime, that&#x27;s all you need for a quick day trip to Asheville.Why it matters: After Hurricane Helene, many Asheville businesses <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="have reopened" data-vars-click-url="https://www.exploreasheville.com/travel-information-asheville-area-post-hurricane-helene" data-vars-content-id="5137221c-fc35-48b6-a0ee-2effa346d83e" data-vars-headline="How to spend 12 hours in Asheville: A mini guide for food, art and views" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.exploreasheville.com/travel-information-asheville-area-post-hurricane-helene" target="_blank">have reopened</a>, but plenty are still recovering, and even small boosts in tourism help.Context: I drove up on a recent Saturday to go leaf-peeping and found that, even with just 12 hours, you can pack in plenty of eating, shopping and exploring.

The 16 best holiday lights around Charlotte in 2025

Discover Charlotte's best holiday lights, from Speedway Christmas to magical neighborhood setups.

Put on your matching Christmas pajamas, pour some hot cocoa and hop in your cars. These are the 16 must-see <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" data-vars-content-id="18c36e48-5f78-4013-91c8-7359bf8aae68" data-vars-headline="The 16 best holiday lights around Charlotte in 2025" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" target="_self">holiday</a> light displays in and around Charlotte.

The biggest holiday events in Charlotte this December

Charlotte, we've entered the most wonderful time of the year.

Charlotte goes all-in on December, from massive <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday markets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" data-vars-content-id="3e968c0e-0c87-43d4-ac75-8468ddaec7ab" data-vars-headline="The biggest holiday events in Charlotte this December" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" target="_self">holiday markets</a> to packed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pop-up bars" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/13/christmas-holiday-pop-up-bars-2025" data-vars-content-id="3e968c0e-0c87-43d4-ac75-8468ddaec7ab" data-vars-headline="The biggest holiday events in Charlotte this December" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/13/christmas-holiday-pop-up-bars-2025" target="_self">pop-up bars</a>, and the calendar fills up fast.Why it matters: Whether you&#x27;re looking for free, kid-friendly fun or you just want an excuse to grab a festive cocktail, we rounded up the biggest events so you don&#x27;t miss a moment of the holiday season.

Cheapest place to shop for Thanksgiving groceries in Charlotte in 2025

Local shoppers found deals in Charlotte this week, even as grocery prices remain high nationwide.

<figure><img alt="Turkey balloons sway in the meat section of Harris Teeter. " height="450" id="ce9baa58-ac5d-4f8b-95b4-609206dacf92" src="https://images.axios.com/aVl4-1GBL-q2BKoERuwlduyZDK4=/2025/11/20/1763668543074.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Video: Alex Sands/Axios</figcaption></figure>Thanksgiving is days away, meaning it&#x27;s time to prepare for the traditional holiday feast as you gather with loved ones this <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" data-vars-content-id="820519b0-6714-4e1c-9974-f20f93a4f7dd" data-vars-headline="Cheapest place to shop for Thanksgiving groceries in Charlotte in 2025" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/11/20/17-festive-things-to-do-in-charlotte-this-holiday-season-238857" target="_self">holiday season</a>. Why it matters: Americans are feeling squeezed, with grocery prices about <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="30% higher" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/11/trump-tariffs-grocery-prices-rise-cpi" data-vars-content-id="820519b0-6714-4e1c-9974-f20f93a4f7dd" data-vars-headline="Cheapest place to shop for Thanksgiving groceries in Charlotte in 2025" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/11/trump-tariffs-grocery-prices-rise-cpi" target="_self">30% higher</a> than before the pandemic — and millions facing new food insecurity after the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="government&#x27;s SNAP benefits freeze" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/14/government-shutdown-snap-benefits-november-payments" data-vars-content-id="820519b0-6714-4e1c-9974-f20f93a4f7dd" data-vars-headline="Cheapest place to shop for Thanksgiving groceries in Charlotte in 2025" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/14/government-shutdown-snap-benefits-november-payments" target="_self">government&#x27;s SNAP benefits freeze</a>, Axios&#x27; Kelly Tyko <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/15/thanksgiving-turkey-price-walmart-kroger-holiday-meal" data-vars-content-id="820519b0-6714-4e1c-9974-f20f93a4f7dd" data-vars-headline="Cheapest place to shop for Thanksgiving groceries in Charlotte in 2025" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/15/thanksgiving-turkey-price-walmart-kroger-holiday-meal" target="_self">reports</a>.

Travelers hit CLT for first holiday rush after completed Terminal Lobby Expansion

CLT's new terminal lobby is ready for its first major holiday surge.

Travelers will head to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte Douglas International Airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/01/03/direct-flights-charlotte-douglas-airport-american-airlines" data-vars-content-id="a511b788-d736-4f45-bd88-e8b014f62af9" data-vars-headline="Travelers hit CLT for first holiday rush after completed Terminal Lobby Expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/01/03/direct-flights-charlotte-douglas-airport-american-airlines" target="_self">Charlotte Douglas International Airport</a> during a major holiday for the first time since the airport completed its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$608 million Terminal Lobby Expansion project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/09/22/charlotte-airport-terminal-expansion-complete-destination-clt" data-vars-content-id="a511b788-d736-4f45-bd88-e8b014f62af9" data-vars-headline="Travelers hit CLT for first holiday rush after completed Terminal Lobby Expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/09/22/charlotte-airport-terminal-expansion-complete-destination-clt" target="_self">$608 million Terminal Lobby Expansion project</a>.Why it matters: While this means all of Charlotte&#x27;s checkpoints will be open, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="airports are still navigating the aftermath" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/11/13/holiday-travel-shutdown-vote" data-vars-content-id="a511b788-d736-4f45-bd88-e8b014f62af9" data-vars-headline="Travelers hit CLT for first holiday rush after completed Terminal Lobby Expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/11/13/holiday-travel-shutdown-vote" target="_self">airports are still navigating the aftermath</a> of the longest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="government shutdown" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/06/flight-reductions-coming-to-charlotte-airport-amid-government-shutdown" data-vars-content-id="a511b788-d736-4f45-bd88-e8b014f62af9" data-vars-headline="Travelers hit CLT for first holiday rush after completed Terminal Lobby Expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/06/flight-reductions-coming-to-charlotte-airport-amid-government-shutdown" target="_self">government shutdown</a> in U.S. history.

Miracle on Tryon St: Carolina Theatre's first holiday season since '78

Catch holiday movies, live music and more at the newly restored Carolina Theatre.

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The historic Carolina Theatre is celebrating its first holiday season since reopening, after sitting vacant on Tryon Street in Uptown for 47 years.The background: The theatre was originally built in 1927, hosting silent film viewings and live performances — including an appearance by Elvis Presley in 1956. It closed its doors in 1978.

The Bowl at Ballantyne is getting an ice skating pop-up this winter

Open to all ages, "Ice Skating at The Bowl" will run Nov. 22-Jan. 4, 2026.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Bowl at Ballantyne&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/03/10/guide-to-ballantyne-including-bowl" data-vars-content-id="4532374c-6302-429e-ae59-ab040985c351" data-vars-headline="The Bowl at Ballantyne is getting an ice skating pop-up this winter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/03/10/guide-to-ballantyne-including-bowl" target="_self">The Bowl at Ballantyne&#x27;s</a> outdoor concert venue, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The AMP" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpdZEy0pN4W/" data-vars-content-id="4532374c-6302-429e-ae59-ab040985c351" data-vars-headline="The Bowl at Ballantyne is getting an ice skating pop-up this winter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpdZEy0pN4W/" target="_blank">The AMP</a>, will turn into an ice skating pop-up for the holidays.Why it matters: This is the first year <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Bowl" data-vars-click-url="https://www.goballantyne.com/ballantyne-reimagined/the-bowl-at-ballantyne" data-vars-content-id="4532374c-6302-429e-ae59-ab040985c351" data-vars-headline="The Bowl at Ballantyne is getting an ice skating pop-up this winter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.goballantyne.com/ballantyne-reimagined/the-bowl-at-ballantyne" target="_blank">The Bowl</a> is hosting the experience, &quot;Ice Skating at The Bowl,&quot; which will run Saturday, Nov. 22, through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026.

Charlotte's top July events: July 4th fireworks, concerts and more

From July 4th fireworks to Willie Nelson's Outlaw Music Festival, these are the biggest events in Charlotte this month.

From 4th of July fireworks to the return of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Willie Nelson&#x27;s Outlaw Music Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/01/live-music-10-concerts-coming-to-charlotte-in-july-including-willie-nelson-and-rod-stewart" data-vars-content-id="7b24b820-b426-4487-bcde-86fe61f16725" data-vars-headline="Charlotte&#x27;s top July events: July 4th fireworks, concerts and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/01/live-music-10-concerts-coming-to-charlotte-in-july-including-willie-nelson-and-rod-stewart" target="_self">Willie Nelson&#x27;s Outlaw Music Festival</a>, these are the biggest things happening in Charlotte this month.

What's happening in Charlotte this June: Over a dozen events you shouldn't miss

June in Charlotte is packed, from Savannah Bananas and FIFA to food fests and Juneteenth celebrations.

June is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bringing the heat" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/04/01/extreme-weather-americans-climate-poll" data-vars-content-id="48a80c44-4ef5-45c5-aa13-a63504d4e7dd" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s happening in Charlotte this June: Over a dozen events you shouldn&#x27;t miss" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/04/01/extreme-weather-americans-climate-poll" target="_self">bringing the heat</a> — both in temperatures and things to do. From the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Savannah Bananas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/04/15/savannah-bananas-tickets-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="48a80c44-4ef5-45c5-aa13-a63504d4e7dd" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s happening in Charlotte this June: Over a dozen events you shouldn&#x27;t miss" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/04/15/savannah-bananas-tickets-charlotte" target="_self">Savannah Bananas</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/07/real-madrid-bayern-munich-2025-fifa-club-world-cup-tickets" data-vars-content-id="48a80c44-4ef5-45c5-aa13-a63504d4e7dd" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s happening in Charlotte this June: Over a dozen events you shouldn&#x27;t miss" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/07/real-madrid-bayern-munich-2025-fifa-club-world-cup-tickets" target="_self">FIFA</a> at Bank of America Stadium to Juneteenth celebrations and food festivals across the city, here&#x27;s what to have on your calendar this month.

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