CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Summer Pops Celebrate America and the Queen Charlotte Fair makes its grand return.
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Here’s a list of things to do the weekend of June 27-29, 2025:
Carolina Open Air (Blackbox Theater), Friday & Saturday: Get ready to dance. Carolina Open Air returns for an epic weekend of beats. On Friday, catch Tape B, Alleycvt, Drinkurwater, Sippy, Stvsh, Seth David and Wiley. Then, on Saturday, dance the night away to Daily Bread, Detox Unit, Opiuo, Maddy O’Neal, Lumasi, Thought Process and Frankly Dope. Single day tickets start at $76.56 and weekend passes are $135.24.
Shop the Yard (Victoria Yards), Saturday noon to 6 p.m.: The colorful Uptown hotspot is back to host the monthly vendor market. With dozens of local artists and small businesses, you’ll find anything you’re looking for to spruce up your life including handmade gifts, home décor, artisan candles and so much more. Admission is free.
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FIFA Club World Cup (Bank of America Stadium), Saturday 4 p.m.: History will be made as the Queen City hosts one of the first ever FIFA Club World Cup matches. 32 of the best clubs in the world will play across 12 stadiums in the United States as they battle it out for the official title of FIFA Club World Champions. For the next Charlotte game, Chelsea will face off Benfica in this exciting new tournament. Tickets start at $75.80.
Pride in the Park (Mint Museum Randolph), Saturday 5 to 10 p.m.: Embrace the diversity and acceptance that makes Charlotte so great at Pride in the Park. Whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally, this celebration brings the community together with live music, art, food and an inclusive dance party. This year’s headliners include Gerem3, Ivan Jay, Carlos Dwayne and Frankie B. Admission is free.
The Sound of Music Sing-Along (Carolina Theater), Saturday 7 p.m.: It’s not just the hills that are alive with the sound of music, it’s the newly renovated Carolina Theater as well. Sing your heart out to the classic songs you know and love like “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” and “Edelweiss” while watching the classic Julie Andrews movie on the big screen. Tickets start at $16.05.
Camden Commons (Camden Road), Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Head to South End for a Sunday funday out in the streets. Camden Road becomes a gathering place for live music, dozens of local vendors, fun games and delicious food. Keep your phones fully charged so you can take pictures with all the pop-up art you’ll only see during Camden Commons. Admission is free.
Summer Pops: Celebrate America (Symphony Park), Sunday 7 p.m.: Get ready to celebrate freedom with a salute to our country with songs performed live by the Charlotte Symphony. It’s the final concert for Summer Pops and you won’t want to miss this Charlotte tradition. The Charlotte Bluegrass Allstars will kick things off, followed by the Charlotte Symphony and then an epic fireworks finale. WBTV’s First Alert Weather is the official weather partner of Summer Pops. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for youth 13-18, free for children 12 and under.
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MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition (Blume Studios), ongoing: It’s game time! The classic board game gets a life-sized upgrade in this new immersive experience at Blume Studios. With similar gameplay to an escape room, this family-friendly game is an hour-long of fast-paced fun. See familiar properties like Boardway, Park Place and Water Works and avoid the dread “Go to Jail” card in this larger-than-life adventure. Tickets start at around $20 with discounts available for groups.
Queen Charlotte Fair (Route 29 Pavilion), through July 5: The fair is back and bigger than ever! Head to Route 29 Pavilion for a day of family fun. This new and improved fair now has double the rides, more games, more shows and even more of that delicious fair food. Don’t miss the thrilling outdoor circus, the educational and entertaining parakeet exhibit, and the family-favorite petting zoo. Admission is $8 for children ages 6 to 12 and $12 for adults. All rides are sold separately.
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