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

Aug
2

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.

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Color Riot Art Exhibition Opening
Aug
2

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.

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'Collidoscope' Community Day
Aug
9

'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."

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5th Annual Upcycled Fashion Show & Fundraiser
Sep
6

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.

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Sep
25

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.

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Carolina Charm: A Cocktail Affair
Oct
23

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.

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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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Jul
28

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.

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24 Hours of Booty
Jul
25
to Jul 26

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/

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Jul
25

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.

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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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Jul
9

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.

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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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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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Power Up Charlotte
Jun
25

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

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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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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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