The best time to visit Charlotte is March through May or September through November, the shoulder seasons when the city is ...

There are lots of low-cost ways to keep the whole family busy this summer, from museum trips to urban hikes. Below are 25+ family-friendly activities to check out in the Charlotte region and beyond.

Location: zMAX Dragway at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 6570 Bruton Smith Blvd, Concord, NC 28027 Time: 4-11 p.m., with events continuing Saturday Cost: $104+ Jam out to big name music artists at ...

Sip and shop at Rosie’s Coffee and Wine Garden’s First Friday Market. There will be several local vendors, live music and a selection of wine, beer and coffee. Free admission. 4-8 p.m. 940 N. Davidson ...

It all started over sweet tea. A friend raved about North Carolina’s mountain towns, art communities, and southern hospitality. I’d never been there, but something about how she described it — ...