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.
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Upcoming Events
IDK DSLR Cameras
Explore the vibrant neighborhood of Plaza Midwood in Charlotte through the lens of your DSLR camera. This photo walk workshop is designed for beginners and photography enthusiasts alike, offering hands-on experience in mastering camera settings, composition, and lighting.

Color Riot Art Exhibition Opening
Color Riot: Artists Exploring Boundaries is a bold and dynamic exhibition showcasing the work of contemporary artists of color who harness the expressive power of color to transcend limitations; cultural, social, and formal.
Stay Active, Stay Independent: A Free 3-Part Summer Webinar Series
This session is all about realistic, low-bar ways to keep your muscles working when you’d rather spend Saturday morning sipping coffee and reading a book over running a 5K. Movement doesn’t have to mean marathons.

Speak Easy with Brian Lafontaine
Join us at Speak Easy—a monthly event where public speaking meets Prohibition-era vibes, minus the police raids.

'Collidoscope' Community Day
Join the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino at The Mint Museum for a FREE fun-filled day with art demos, art activities, live music, dancing, and more to celebrate the exhibition "Collidoscope: de la Torre Brothers Retro-Perspective."
Stay Active, Stay Independent: A Free 3-Part Summer Webinar Series
This session is all about realistic, low-bar ways to keep your muscles working when you’d rather spend Saturday morning sipping coffee and reading a book over running a 5K. Movement doesn’t have to mean marathons.
Stay Active, Stay Independent: A Free 3-Part Summer Webinar Series
This session is all about realistic, low-bar ways to keep your muscles working when you’d rather spend Saturday morning sipping coffee and reading a book over running a 5K. Movement doesn’t have to mean marathons.

Assist ME Wheels & Walker-thon
Walk, walker or roll up to 5K and raise funds for the purchase of medical mobility equipment such as wheelchairs that Assist ME gifts to those in need throughout the greater Charlotte region. Individuals, groups of all abilities and disabilities welcome! Register or donate at www.assistmenc.com/events.

5th Annual Upcycled Fashion Show & Fundraiser
From the highway to the runway. Each year local fashion designers are commissioned to create couture fashion, with a twist! The fashion designers are working with our retired artist billboards you see on the interstate! Keeping over 13,000 square feet of vinyl out of landfills each year while supporting the community through art.
Charlotte State of the Market
Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to help you identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than we do.

Carolina Charm: A Cocktail Affair
THURSDAY, OCT. 23: “Carolina Charm: Reality TV Meets Real Impact,” 7–10:30 p.m., at The Revelry, 701 Keswick Ave. Hosted by Southern Charm’s Shep Rose and Austen Kroll, this high-energy girls’ night out blends celebrity, cocktails, and cause, benefiting fertility preservation for kids with rare cancers.

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.

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.
Middle School Art Camp: Storytellers
In this fun week-long camp, students will explore creative writing to make their own handwritten books. Those who love creating characters, writing prose or poetry, or find themselves wanting to share personal stories will enjoy this unique opportunity to showcase their talent. Along with spoken word poetry, magical realism, and exploring other genres, students will learn how to bind and physically make their own handbound books.

24 Hours of Booty
Join 24 Foundation in celebrating 24 years of changing the course of cancer. Come ride, walk or volunteer (July 25-26) at the 24 Hours of Booty charity non-competitive cycling and walking event in Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood. Funds raised support organizations dedicated to cancer navigation and survivorship. For more information or to register, visit https://24foundation.org/
In the Mood for Love – 25th Anniversary Screenings
Hong Kong, 1962: Chow Mo-Wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and Su Li-Zhen (Maggie Cheung Man Yuk) move into neighboring apartments on the same day. Their encounters are formal and polite—until a discovery about their spouses creates an intimate bond between them. At once delicately mannered and visually extravagant, Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love is a masterful evocation of romantic longing and fleeting moments.
Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore Screening & Talkback
Join us after the 12:40pm screening on Sunday, July 20, for a post-screening discussion with filmmaker Michelle Mary Schaefer.

Touring the Colliding Worlds of the de la Torre Brothers, from Aztlán to California
Join John Corso-Esquivel, PhD, associate professor and chair in the art department at Davidson College, for a gallery talk and pop-culture perspective on the vibrant works by the de la Torre Brothers on view in the exhibition "Collidoscope Retro-Perspective.”
Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week®
Indulge in decadent meals and delicious deals during Queen’s Feast, July 18-27, as 125+ restaurants in 9 metro-area counties showcase their cuisine with 3-course prix fixe menus. Explore menus and make reservations at CharlotteRestaurantWeek.com.

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.
Full Moon Paddle
Kayak on the Catawba River beneath the full moon. Our guided tour provides everything you need - kayaks, paddles, pfds - and is perfect for beginners as well as experienced paddlers. Perfect date night, evening out with friends or just a cool adventure! Bonfire + s'mores + beverages after.

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.

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.

Power Up Charlotte
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. This is a Free event. Register here: https://lu.ma/pzqlv77q
Fright Night Showing & Talkback w/ Tom Holland
A screening of the film Fright Night as part of the "summer of 85" series at IPH.A virtual talkback with the director, Tom Holland, will follow the screening.
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.
Follow That Bird Screening & Talkback
A screening of Sesame Street's Follow That Bird, followed by a talkback about the film with Debra Spinney.
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.
Movie showing with Talkback with the Director
Showing of the film Kush Groove, followed by a talkback conversation with director Michael Shultz (virtual), moderated by Dr. de'Angelo DIA.
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.
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.

How Old Age is like Young Age with The Ivey and Judy Goldman
Join us for a special event: How Old Age is Like Young Age — a thoughtful conversation with Charlotte author Judy Goldman on how aging reflects every stage we’ve lived through, and a deeper look into her latest memoir, "The Rest of Our Lives."

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.

Inspire Within with Adventurer, Podcaster, & Author-Scott Wurtzbacher
Scott Wurtzbacher shares his Campfire Within: Three Simple Steps for Reigniting Your Inner Fire presentation in Charlotte. You'll hear his tales of adventure, self-betterment, & the adventures & adventurers that he has met through the popular podcast, Inspire Campfire.
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.
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.
Lunch & Learn: Protecting Identity and Information in the Age of AI
Join members and guests for the Charlotte Area Chamber May Lunch Meeting. Come see some familiar faces and meet new connections while enjoying a fabulous lunch at the Hyatt Centric SouthPark.
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.
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.
Lunch & Learn: Exit & Succession Planning for Business Owners
Join us for a valuable Lunch & Learn where seasoned professionals will guide you through the critical steps of exit and succession planning for business owners.
YP Breakfast | Beyond Handshakes: Building Wealth with Confidence
Join us for an empowering conversation designed to help young professionals build a strong foundation for long-term wealth. From investing and estate planning to smart budgeting and lifestyle choices, our expert panelists will share real-world strategies to help you plan with purpose and confidence.
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.
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.