CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Charlotte SHOUT! brings color to Uptown and food festivals to sink your teeth into.
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Here’s a list of things to do the weekend of Apr. 4-6, 2025:
Charlotte SHOUT! (various locations), opening weekend: It’s the Queen City’s most colorful and vibrant festival! Celebrate the city’s art, culture and community by taking part in events all around town. From brand new art installations to interactive technological displays, get inspired by works crafted by local artists. Most experiences are free and open to the public. Check the website for schedules and programming.
Charlotte Latino Film Festival (Independent Picture House), through Sunday: It’s your final weekend to screen a curated selection of stories that represent Charlotte’s growing Latino population. Plus, the experience goes beyond the screen. Stick around for though-provoking Q&A sessions with the directors, producers and actors, or watch live performances inspired by the film’s themes. Tickets start at $15 per film.
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Asian Night Market (Urban District Market), Friday 5 to 11 p.m.: Experience the vibrant night market culture right here in Charlotte at the popular food and entertainment hall. Along with Urban District Market’s delicious restaurants, you’ll find a collection of local Asian food trucks serving traditional and unique flavors. Shop at the pop-up market, meet local creatives and sing your heart out at karaoke. Admission to the market is free with food available for purchase.
Carolina BBQ Festival (Victoria Yards), Saturday noon: Follow that delicious smell of smoke and you’ll find the best pitmasters in the state serving up succulent pieces of meat at Victoria Yards. Come with an empty stomach because you’ll be filling up on samples from over 15 pitmasters. In between bites, enjoy live music and shop through the vendor market who will be selling all things BBQ like sauces, rubs and more. General admission is $75.
The Wine + Food Festival at Ballantyne (Ballantyne’s Backyard), Saturday noon to 5 p.m.: Grab your passport to flavor with a culinary event bringing together Charlotte’s best chefs and the world’s best sips. Your ticket includes a souvenir glass with over 100 international wines, beers and spirits to sample. Take a bite out of the city’s best restaurants with specialty pop-up shops and food trucks. A VIP option is available which includes early entry, unlimited drink samples, a bottle of wine and access to VIP bathrooms and lounges. General admission starts at $49.
Empanada Fest (Boileryard Camp North End), Saturday noon to 6 p.m.: They may be small but they pack plenty of flavor – and history! Celebrate the mighty empanada with a festival giving you a taste of the popular street food. Whether you enjoy them fried, baked, with meat or vegetarian, you’ll find an abundance of unique combinations from around the world. Admission is free with food and drinks available for purchase.
Charlotte Brew Fest (South End Station Parking Lot), Saturday 1 to 4 p.m.: Raise a glass to national beer day with a festival offering unlimited samples of your favorite craft brews. Each ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass, three hours of sampling, live music, games and a chance to vote for the day’s best beer. You’ll find over 50 varieties from breweries like NoDa, Legion, Sycamore and so much more. Proceeds benefit AltruSpirit, a local non-profit. Admission starts at $46. 21 and over only.
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StrEATS Uncorked (Johnson & Wales University), Saturday 6 to 9 p.m.: Sip your way through North Carolina with the state’s finest wines and regional cuisines. Savor the flavors of award-winning wines harvested right here and purchase your favorites to take home. You’ll also get to enjoy local cuisine crafted by Johnson & Wales University and live music by Charlez360. Admission is $65 plus fees.
Strength in the City (Bank of America Stadium), Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: It’s a festival all about your health and, best of all, you get to do it on the Bank of America Stadium field. Take part in a 5K run or walk, along with over 35 unique fitness and wellness classes. You can also relax and recover with local practitioners offering massages, physical therapy, IVs and more for additional fees. Admission is $75 and includes a ticket to the 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 5th Charlotte FC vs. Nashville FC game at the Fortress.
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