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11 things to do this weekend in Charlotte | QC Happenings

Celebrate dad with awesome events in Charlotte this weekend. See what's happening!

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — This weekend will be a hot one, so stay cool as you head out to celebrate Juneteenth and Father's Day at awesome events in the Queen City.

Friday, Friday, June 14

Black Food Truck Fridays

Start your weekend off with delicious eats from Black-owned food trucks at Hippin Hops Brewery. Happening from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Find more information here

Science on the Rocks @ Discovery Place

Enjoy 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

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Saturday, June 15

Gastonia EbonyFest Juneteenth Festival

Celebrate Black voices, cultures and experiences in Gastonia at the annual EbonyFest, beginning with a parade and festivities on Saturday and concluding with a fireworks finale on Juneteenth. Find more information here.

Liberation & Inspiration: A Celebratory Juneteenth Concert

Come out for a celebration of Black culture you won't want to miss, featuring gospel legend Kirk Franklin, and North Carolina's own Fantasia and the Sainted Trap Choir. Tickets start at $20. Find more information here.

Juneteenth Jam Kick-Off Block Party

Blumenthal Performings Arts' Juneteenth Jam returns to the Queen City for a fourth year. The festivities will incorporate interactive art and Black history to highlight the community, featuring dance workshops, a block party-style concert featuring Charlotte recording artists, and more. Find more information here.

Charlotte FC vs. Philadelphia Union @ Bank of America Stadium

Charlotte FC will face off against the DC United at Bank of America Stadium this Saturday in regular season action. The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $60 and can be purchased here.

Sunday, June 16

Father's Day @ Mint Museum

Treat dad to a FREE day of unique art and exhibits at the Mint Museum. Find more information here.

Father's Day Brunch @ Sycamore Brewing

We know dad will love this bacon lover's dream brunch at Sycamore Brewing. Festivities kick off at 10 a.m. Find more information here.

Happening all weekend

42nd Anniversary Heroes Convention 2022

The Heroes Convention returns with panel discussions, over 100 exhibitors and more. Happening Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets start at $30. Kids get in free! Find more information here.

Saint Sarkis Armenian Food Festival

Treat dad to mouth-watering food options at the Saint Sarkis Armenian Food Festival, happening all weekend long. 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. 

 

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