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🧺☀️SOUL FOOD PICNIC returns to the Queen City! This multi-cultural celebration merges music, community, style, and soul all into one R&B Festival. 🎶Get ready for a day full of all eras of R&B hits, endless food trucks, The Soul Market, game zones, and much more! @soulfoodpicnic is a cultural institution on wheels bringing entrepreneurship, wellness, community, transformation, & youth innovation to each stop. 🎟️You can get your tickets NOW through the @soulfoodpicnic or through the link in our story! 🗓️Sunday, May 24th ⏰2-10pm 📍Romare Bearden Park

🍣✨Charlotte’s FIRST dedicated hand roll destination is officially opening its doors! SHARIGATO opens Tuesday, May 19th at @joinery.clt . 🍱After moving from LA and missing the hand roll culture she loved, Chef Shari set out to create something Charlotte didn’t have yet - an elevated yet approachable sushi spot focused on connection, craftsmanship, + bold flavors. 🥢The 23-seat concept features first-come, first-served bar seating, additional indoor + outdoor seating, handcrafted hand rolls, & maki options made with SHARIBOTO, their robot. @sharigato_clt is sure to impress! ⏰Opening Hours: Tues-Sun from 4-10pm 📍420 E 22nd St. 📸 @sharigato_clt

☀️Beat the heat at one of these local Charlotte swimming spots! 🌊Ebenezer Park 📍4490 Boatshore Rd. (York, SC) 🗓️Open year-round 🌊 Windjammer Park 📍 8999 Windjammer Dr. (Tega Cay, SC) 🗓️ Open year-round 🌊 Rock Hill Lake Park 📍 4037 India Hook Rd. (Rock Hill, SC) 🗓️ Open year-round 🌊The Quarry at @carrigan_farms 📍1213 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy (Mooresville, NC) 🗓️May 16th 🌊Cordelia Pool 📍2100 N Davidson St. 🗓️May 23rd 🌊Double Oaks Family Aquatic Center 📍2014 Statesville Ave. 
🗓️May 23rd 🌊Lineberger Park Pool 📍632 E Garrison Blvd 🗓️May 23rd 🌊Carolina Harbor Waterpark at @carowinds 📍14523 Carowinds Blvd. 🗓️May 30th 🌊Ray’s Splash Planet 📍215 N Sycamore St. 🗓️Open throughout the year

🌊Marion Diehl Rec Center 📍2219 Tyvola Rd. 🗓️Open throughout the year 🌊Eastway Regional Rec Center 📍3150 Eastway Park Dr. 🗓️Open throughout the year 🌊Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center 📍800 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 🗓️Open throughout the year 🌊Great Wolf Lodge 📍10175 Weddington Rd. (Concord, NC) 🗓️Open throughout the year 🌊Ramsey Creek Beach 📍18441 Nantz Rd. (Cornelius, NC) 
🗓️Opening date TBD

💰Join @bitcoincharlotte , @bitcoin_de_las_carolinas , and @delgadosfuego for an exciting Local Block Market this Sunday, May 24, from 12 PM to 5 PM at @oldemeckbrew in LoSo, Charlotte! 
 🛍️Support 30+ local vendors offering food, drinks, art, clothing, crafts, and more - all vendors accept all payments including Bitcoin! Also, enjoy live music - a DJ + a live band. 👉This FREE family-friendly event is one you dont want to miss! You can RSVP NOW through the link in our story. 🗓️Sunday, May 24th ⏰12-5pm 📍Olde Mecklenburg Brewery - 4150 Yancey Rd. (LoSo location) 📸 @bitcoincharlotte

🏙️Bolton West Charlotte, Built for Better Living. @boltonwclt features NEW modern apartments in West Charlotte, less than 10 minutes to CLT International Airport, and a short commute to Uptown. ✨Offering elevated 1, 2, & 3-bedroom apartments, Bolton has spaces created with you in mind. Modern kitchens with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, wood-style plank flooring and expansive closets create a home that seamlessly blends convenience and comfort. 👉Luxury community amenities include a sparkling swimming pool and sun deck, dedicated dog park, resident lounge and co-working space, fitness center with cardio + Echelon smart bikes, onsite EV charging and more. 💥 Bolton is currently offering a limited-time leasing special for those who apply before May 31st, 2026: Up to 2 months FREE base rent*. 📲 Head to the link in our story to book your tour today or visit BoltonWestCharlotte.com for more info. ⭐ Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change 📸 @boltonwclt

🍽️NATIONAL BBQ DAY is tomorrow! Craving down-home hospitality and delicious BBQ flavor? Head to Bobbee O’s BBQ for great eats, friendly company, and good vibes since 2008! Featured: 🍗Turkey Ribs 🍖St. Louis Ribs 🔥BBQ Rib Tips 🐖Pulled Pork 🥩Brisket 🧀Mac & Cheese 🍠Yams 🍌Banana Pudding 🥬 Collard Greens 😋Don’t forget to pair your food with their mouthwatering BBQ sauce and Swanee sauce! @bobbeeosbbq also does catering for events, so be sure to check them out for your next gathering. ⏰Hours: Sun 11am-8pm Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-11pm 📍9401 Statesville Rd. Suite C

🔥WEEKEND ROUND-UP: Check out all the events going on around town this weekend! 👟Join @myoutdoorjoy for Stroll & Share - a Friday evening walk designed to help you unwind, reset, & connect! 🗓️Fri from 5-7:30pm 👩‍🍳 @hopehaveninc is hosting their Next Level Hope culinary competition featuring local CLT chefs! 
🗓️Fri from 7-9pm 🛶 @myoutdoorjoy is having their Gentle Kayaking experience for beginners at Mountain Island Lake! 🗓️Fri at 10am ✨ Experience @luminocityfestival Dino Safari - explore dinos, lights, inflatables, & more at Concord Mills! 🗓️ Fri-Sun ⚾Cheer on @knightsbaseball as they play the Norfolk Tides this weekend! 🗓️Fri-Sun 🎨Spend the day at the Pineville Arts in the Park Festival by @pinevilleparknrec ! 🗓️Sat from 10am-5pm 🥤Get ready for something sweet at the @downtownsalisbury Cheerwine Festival! 
🗓️Sat from 10am-7pm 🛍️Shop until you drop at the @ballantynevillage Pop-Up Market! 
🗓️Sat from 11am-3pm 💃Party at the Dallas Lavender Lane Latin Festival! 🗓️Sat from 12-7pm 🇺🇸Dress up in revolutionary attire and turn South End into 1775 during @meckdecweekend ! 🗓️Sat from 12-7pm ⚽Watch @charlottefc as they battle it out against Toronto FC! Sat at 7:30pm 🎶Head to @carolinatheatreclt for Smooth: The Sounds of D’Angelo - a celebration of the genius & musical legacy of D’Angelo! 🗓️Sat at 8pm 🌸Enjoy the beauty of @fourthwardclt during The Secret Gardens of Fourth Ward! 🗓️Sat & Sun 💪Run for a cause during the @mentalhealthmatters_nc 5K & Festival! 🗓️Sun at 9am 📸 @charlottefc

🐾 The road to the playoffs starts now 👀 The Carolina Panthers have officially released their 2026 schedule — and Bank of America Stadium is going to be ELECTRIC this season. Some big matchups including 3 primetime games: 🏈 Bears home opener 🔥 SNF vs Lions in Week 4 ⚡ TNF at Packers in Week 8 ☠️ MNF at Bucs in Week 12 Plenty of winnable games… and a few huge tests for Bryce Young & the young core 👀 Give us your Panthers final record predictions below ⬇️🐾

🏙️Charlotte is booming! Census data released this morning showed that the Charlotte Metro area gained 20,731 residents between 2024 & 2025, more than any city in the country! 📈From April of 2020 to July 2025, the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia region added more than 278,700 people across both Carolinas, bringing the total population to about 2.9 million. 🌟 The city of Charlotte is now reaching an estimated population of nearly 965,000. Charlotte is continuing to grow rapidly, attracting thousands of new residents each year! 📸 @fromandrawithlove

📣 GIVEAWAY! 📣 🎁We are teaming up with Big Air to give one lucky follower a 3-month summer pass! Unlimited play, any day of the week for just $85 - all summer long! ✨With two Charlotte area locations, Big Air is the go-to summer spot! Both trampoline parks feature attractions including dodgeball courts, ninja courses, air bags, battle beams, climbing walls, + so much more! Pick your pass or choose between one of their memberships. 💥Their 12-Month Elite PLAYer Pass allows you to pay ONCE and jump all year long! It includes programming + $100 off any birthday party package - it’s less than $1 a day and after a few visits it pays for itself! 🎉 Throw your next party at @bigaircharlotte or @bigairuniversitycity ! Every party includes access for jumpers, pizza, drinks, and fun - you can book your party through their website.   👉Have your next adventure at Big Air! Book your slot TODAY on their website or through the link in our story. 👉To Enter: ✅Like this post 📲Follow @bigaircharlotte and @bigairuniversitycity ! 🌟Tag your friends! 🎉Giveaway ends 5/21 at 11:59pm. ONE winner! Good Luck! 📍 @bigaircharlotte - 2408 Sardis Rd. N 📍 @bigairuniversitycity - 8215 University City Blvd.

We love a slow Saturday spent sipping and shopping in the heart of Ballantyne. Join Ballantyne Village this Saturday, May 16th from 11am-3pm and explore tons of curated local vendors, live music and sips at their outdoor bar. 🅿️ Free parking 🐕 Pup friendly 📍 14825 Ballantyne Village Way

💼NOW HIRING: In the market for a full time or part time job? Check out these local businesses that are hiring for more members to join their team! More information & application links in our Jobs Highlight. 🥗 @rosemont.clt is hiring for Back of House staff (experience is preferred) to join their fun team. ✈️ @flygreenjets is looking for a Recruiter to help build out the Charlotte, Montreal, and any future offices. Additional responsibilities include supporting day-to-day office operations, general office administration, and basic HR-related processes. Send your CV to [email protected]. 🌮 @fridasmexicancantina is hiring multiple positions - Cooks, Waitstaff, and Assistant Manager (Bilingual preferred). Stop by the restaurant to apply or call (919)803-9397 for more information.