Hey Charlotte friends!
October is here, and Charlotte is showing off her fall charm 🍂 From spooky movies and pumpkin patches to scarecrow trails and pop-up bars, there’s plenty to do this week. Whether you’re grabbing a themed cocktail, exploring local markets, or just soaking up the crisp air, there’s something for everyone!
🗓️ Things To Do
Thursday, October 9 | Symphony Park SouthPark | 5-9 pm
🎶 SouthPark After 5
It’s the final event of the season! Enjoy a pumpkin patch and live music from a Tom Petty tribute band (7–9pm)
Friday, October 10 | Theaters Citywide
🎟️ Roofman
Based on a true Charlotte story, Roofman hits theaters this Friday. The film follows a man who secretly lived in rooftops and attics around the city—part crime thriller, part local legend. I’ll definitely be checking this one out!
Saturday, October 11 | Uptown @ Truist Field | 11-4pm
🎃 Charlotte Knights Pumpkin Patch
One day only! Uptown’s biggest pumpkin patch brings a beer garden, local vendors, live music, kids’ inflatables, and all the cozy fall fun you could want.
Now thru October 31 | Daniel Stowe Conservancy
🧑🌾 Scarecrow Hollow
The Lost Hollow Children’s Garden transforms into a whimsical trail filled with creatively designed scarecrows—perfect for a fall stroll or a family outing.
🆕 New Openings
👻 Haunted by Black Lagoon | BackStage Lounge SouthEnd
Charlotte’s Halloween pop-up bar is officially open! Expect spooky cocktails, eerie décor, and a weekly password (check their Instagram) to get in. Open through November 1.
⏳ Coming Soon
October 14-15
🎟️ Original Frankenstein & Bride of Frankenstein
Carolina Theatre continues its first spooky season in decades with a double feature of two horror classics: Frankenstein and the sequel, Bride of Frankenstein.
October 15
🧑🏻🍳 YUGENN
The long-awaited modern Japanese restaurant YUGENN opens next week in South End. Reservations are already filling up—book yours early!
🏗️ New Developments
🏙️ Mecklenburg County Transit Tax Vote
Voters will decide on a proposed 1% sales tax increase (from 7.25% to 8.25%) on November 1. 🗳️ Early voting begins October 16.
Why it matters: If passed, the tax would apply to most everyday purchases, funding improvements to transit, greenways, and infrastructure across the county.
👉 Learn more about the proposed increase in sales tax
💌 Thanks for exploring Charlotte with me! I love sharing the city’s best events and hidden gems each week—because Charlotte is more fun when we enjoy it together. 💛 Got a favorite spot or event I should feature? Just hit reply—I’d love to hear from you.
– Becky
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