The Charlotte Ledger Event Board

Looking for business and strategic events in Charlotte, North Carolina? We’ve got a solution for that. Browse our events board with listings from various small business and organizations in the greater Charlotte area.

Upcoming events are listed below.

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Upcoming Events

Jun
19

Juneteenth Art Fest

Following an exceptional inaugural event, University City Partners is hosting its second annual Juneteenth Art Fest, celebrating art, activism, and African American emancipation. The event is free and will take place at the Shoppes at University Place (8931 J M Keynes Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262) on Thursday, June 19, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The afternoon will feature minority-owned businesses, local artists, live music, and dance performances along University City’s scenic lakefront.

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Power Up Charlotte
Jun
25

Power Up Charlotte

When? June 25th, 2025 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Where? Per Scholas Charlotte

What? Join us for an afternoon of connection and conversation at Power Up Charlotte.

​The Power Up Series is a no-cost event series hosted by Per Scholas in collaboration with Urban Institute, Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), and CareerEquity, created to bring together leaders across the energy and utility sectors to explore the powerful intersection of technology, innovation, and workforce development.

​We’re launching this high-impact series in Charlotte, NC—a regional leader in energy innovation and clean technology.

Price? Free with RSVP at the link below

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Carolina Farm Feast
Jun
28

Carolina Farm Feast

A unique farm-to-table event featuring regional North and South Carolina produce. Friends, supporters, partners, and foodies will come together for one of the most unifying human experiences: a meal.

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Speak Easy - JULY
Jul
7

Speak Easy - JULY

Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience.

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Crown Town Challenge: Intern Edition presented by Digi-Bridge
Jul
17

Crown Town Challenge: Intern Edition presented by Digi-Bridge

Show your interns why Charlotte is more than just a summer stop—it’s a place to build a future. The Crown Town Challenge: Intern Edition is a one-of-a-kind event where interns from companies across the region team up to give back through STEAM education, build meaningful connections, and experience firsthand what makes this city—and your company—so special.

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Taste of Hope Charlotte
Nov
1

Taste of Hope Charlotte

Fifth annual gala fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, Charlotte. The event features an interactive cocktail reception with viewing of live and silent auction items, door prizes, live entertainment, mission paddle raise, and celebration of cancer survivors.

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NAMIWalks Charlotte
Nov
8

NAMIWalks Charlotte

NAMIWalks Charlotte is our main fundraiser that supports all of our programming including a resource library, support groups, peer-to-peer, caregiver and family-to-family workshops, mental health education, and school presentations throughout Mecklenburg County.

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Jun
12

Professional Development Seminar: Unlock The Power of AI

Join us for a dynamic AI certification program, hands-on session designed to help you leverage the power of AI to supercharge your sales performance and productivity. From ChatGPT and CRM integrations to predictive analytics and workflow automation, you’ll discover how today’s smartest tools can help you qualify leads faster, close more deals, and spend more time actually selling.

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National Trails Day with Carolina Thread Trail
Jun
7

National Trails Day with Carolina Thread Trail

Be a part of our region’s largest celebration of trails and the outdoors! On Saturday, June 7, Carolina Thread Trail is spreading the National Trails Day fun across North and South Carolina with 15 FREE guided outdoor programs across 15 counties. Programs start as early as 8:30am and continue throughout the day.

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Jun
5

Connect After 5

Join us for our Connect After 5 event hosted by Proteus Security Agency with their partners from Scorpio RSVP Southend. This mixer is the perfect opportunity for professionals across various industries to come together, share insights, and forge new business relationships.

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Speak Easy hosted by Brian Lafontaine
Jun
2

Speak Easy hosted by Brian Lafontaine

Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience.

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May
29

Young Professionals Networking Event: Activate Games

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends high-energy fun with meaningful connections. Start the evening by checking in and creating your personalized player profile at ACTIVATE. From there, you'll head to the Lounge to mix and mingle with fellow Young Professionals over light bites and casual networking.

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May
24

One to One : John & Yoko with Live Music

Join us Saturday, May 24, before the 5 pm show for a live performance by musicians of Tosco Music. Live music will begin in The Bill Simpson Foundation Auditorium (Auditorium 4) at 4:30 pm. Followed by a showing of the 2025 film One to One: John & Yoko.

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May
21

Power of Women: Uncorking Connections

 Join the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance® for Uncorking Connections, a refined and relaxed evening of wine tasting as part of our Power of Women programming. This event offers a curated experience featuring a hand-selected collection of wines from across France, guided by Coquette’s professional sommelier.

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May
17

A Nice Indian Boy - Movie & Virtual Talkback

Join us after the 1:10pm screening on May 17th for a virtual discussion with the director Roshan Sethi. The movie: When Naveen brings his fiancé Jay home to meet his traditional Indian family, they must contend with accepting his white-orphan-artist boyfriend and helping them plan the Indian wedding of their dreams.

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May
12

FREE Indie on Wheels – University City

Join us for a free screening of Decolonizing Mental Health (2022), a PBS World documentary series that dismantles the racism embedded within the mental healthcare industry. This powerful short film shifts the focus to the transformative work of therapists and individuals of color, challenging conventional definitions of psychiatric illness and health.

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May
12

The Wellness Initiative & Women In Business Committee on Mental Health Awareness Month Workshop by MHA of Central Carolinas

Join us this May for an inspiring Mental Health Awareness Month event—a collaboration between our Women in Business, Wellness Initiative Committee and the Mental Health America of Central Carolinas. This empowering experience is designed to support your well-being and help you unlock your full potential, both personally and professionally.

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Speak Easy with Brian Lafontaine
May
5

Speak Easy with Brian Lafontaine

Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience.

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Derby Days
May
2

Derby Days

Join us in 2025 for an unforgettable day as we gather with over 300 of Charlotte's young professionals! Enjoy live music, refreshing Mint Juleps, a selection of open wine and beer, delicious food trucks, and exciting contests.

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Perfectly Paired Wine Tasting and Auction, hosted by Charlotte-South Rotary
May
1

Perfectly Paired Wine Tasting and Auction, hosted by Charlotte-South Rotary

Attention wine connoisseurs! Here is special event perfectly suited to you. Wine tastings, food served, silent and live auctions featuring lots of wine, individual premier bottles of wine, hotel stays (The Boca Raton, Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt), restaurant gift cards, etc. to benefit three important non profits serving children in the Charlotte community

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Apr
29

Artist Talk with Photographer Maya Goded

In conjunction with The Mint Museum's exhibition "Women of Land and Smoke," internationally renowned photographer Maya Goded joins Jen Sudul Edwards, PhD, chief curator and curator of Contemporary Art at the Mint, for a discussion about relationships with her subjects and her career as a photographer.

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Sustain Charlotte Awards
Apr
28

Sustain Charlotte Awards

Do you know a person, building project, business, government agency, young leader or nonprofit that deserves to be honored for advancing smart growth and sustainability in Charlotte? Nominate them for a Sustain Charlotte Award! The nomination deadline is March 7.

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Opening of "ANNIE LEIBOVITZ / WORK"
Apr
27

Opening of "ANNIE LEIBOVITZ / WORK"

From Hollywood A-listers to world leaders, Annie Leibovitz's photographs have influenced our view of culture, fame, and history for a half century. Explore a mix of her new and rarely seen images alongside famous portraits at the exhibition opening April 27 at Mint Museum Uptown.

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Apr
26

Charlotte Wine + Food Week | The Grand Tasting

The largest tasting experience of the annual Charlotte Wine + Food Week presented by Truist is one that is sure to delight. With a selection of over 100 carefully curated wines from around the globe, mouthwatering bites from Charlotte's culinary artisans, live music and exclusive online auction items for preview, our Grand Tasting has something for every taste.

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Apr
25

Charlotte Wine + Food Week | The Collectors Gala

Limited to 180 of Charlotte Wine & Food’s most savvy patrons and wine collectors, we invite you to join us for The Collectors Gala featuring a high-end wine and food tasting followed by a seated family-style meal and a robust and spirited live auction featuring the best lots CW+F Week has to offer.

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Charlotte Wine + Food Week
Apr
23

Charlotte Wine + Food Week

  • Various restaurants, private homes, and various venues around Charlotte (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Oenophiles of all kinds, from casual sippers and samplers to serious connoisseurs and collectors, will have the opportunity to celebrate the nectar of the gods at Charlotte Wine + Food Week presented by Truist on April 23rd-27th.

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Guilding the Mint
Apr
23

Guilding the Mint

The Guild of Charlotte artists is celebrating its historic return to the Mint Museum in Uptown with an exhibition entitled “Guilding the Mint”. Over 150 guild members are represented in this special exhibit. Exhibit runs from April 23 - May 26, 2025. JOIN US! Free!

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