CHARLOTTE, N.C. — This weekend brings some rain, but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy awesome events happening across the Charlotte area.
Friday, March 24
Science on the Rocks @ Discovery Place
Start your weekend off with fun drinks, science shows and breathtaking exhibits all under one roof. You don't want to miss this unique experience. Happening from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets start at $22 and can be purchased here.
Saturday, May 25
Meck Mile Run @ American Legion Memorial Stadium
Lace-up your sneakers and head out to to run, walk, skip, or dance your way through American Legion Memorial Stadium. Things kick off at 1 p.m. Register here.
Charlotte FC vs. Philadelphia Union @ Bank of America Stadium
Charlotte FC will face off against the Philadelphia Union at Bank of America Stadium this Saturday in regular season action. The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $26 and can be purchased here.
Summer BLAST! Fireworks Show @ Carowinds
After a fun day at Carowinds, go out with a bang at the Memorial Day fireworks show. Not to mention all vets get in for free this weekend! The festivities begin at 9:30 p.m. Find more information here.
Sunday, May 26
Boileryard Brunch @ Camp North End
Eat, drink, mix and mingle at the first-ever brunch at Camp North End's boiler yard. It will feature tunes from Dammit Wesley, great drink options and more. Happening from noon to 4 p.m. Find more information here.
This event comes as Camp North End announced the upcoming return of its Crossroads Cinema series. Starting June 6, Camp North End will host a free movie series outside with 2000s films, each Thursday through August.
Coca-Cola 600 @ Charlotte Motor Speedway
Enjoy a thrilling weekend at the Coca-Cola 600, with a pre-race concert featuring Matchbox Twenty and a possible presidential appearance. The race begins at 6 p.m. Find more information and ticket pricing here.
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day Ceremony in Huntersville
Honor the fallen at the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Park in Huntersville. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. Find more information here.
Happening all weekend
Suds & Salutes Memorial Bash @ Sugar Creek Brewing
Spend your Memorial Day weekend in red, white and blue at Sugar Creek Brewing, featuring bomb pops, live music, and free hotdogs all weekend long. Find more information here.
Mecklenburg County Fair @ Park & Expo Conference Center
Enjoy fun, food, games and more at the Mecklenburg County Fair, with tickets half-priced now until Friday, May 24. Happening until June 2. Find more information here.
River Jam @ U.S. National Whitewater Center
Bring your friends out to this outdoor live music experience happening at the U.S. National Whitewater Center all summer long. Find this weekend's lineup here.
For more happenings in our area, check out our content partner CLTtoday’s events calendar.