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Whether your thrill comes from conquering mountains, navigating whitewater rapids, skipping waves or trekking through nature-filled trails, Charlotte invites you to experience every kind of offering under the sun. Lace up your tennis shoes, slather on some sunscreen and get ready for unforgettable adventure.
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AIR Aerial Fitness
Outdoors & Adventure4.8SouthPark(704) 249-6757
Arrichion Hot Yoga & Circuit Training
Outdoors & Adventure4.8South End(704) 201-4586
Bailey Road Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Cornelius
Bailey's Outdoor Adventures
Outdoors & Adventure3.3Rock Hill(864) 559-8222
Ballantyne's Backyard
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Ballantyne(704) 248-2000
Big Rock Nature Preserve
Outdoors & Adventure4.5Ballantyne(704) 504-9346
Bryant Neighborhood Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.2Wesley Heights(704) 432-4280
Bush-N-Vine Farm
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Southwest Charlotte(803) 684-2732
Cannon Water Adventures
Outdoors & Adventure4.9Lake Norman(980) 222-4470
Carmel Road Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.5South Charlotte
Carolina Adventure World
Outdoors & Adventure4.1Regional(803) 482-3534
Carolina Courts Indian Trail
Outdoors & Adventure4.4Indian Trail(704) 882-1115
Carolina Cruising Charters
Outdoors & Adventure5Lake Norman(704) 850-5727
Carolina Thread Trail
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Regional(704) 376-2556
Catawba Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.5Fort Mill(803) 548-3512
Chantilly Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.5Elizabeth(980) 314-1002
Charlotte Rail Trail
Outdoors & Adventure5Regional
Cherry Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.6Rock Hill(803) 329-5672
Chimney Rock State Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.8Northwest Charlotte(828) 625-9611
Clarks Creek Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.7North Charlotte
Colonel Francis Beatty Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Matthews(980) 314-1003
Colonel Francis Beatty Park
Outdoors & Adventure5Matthews
Copperhead Island
Outdoors & Adventure4.6Southwest Charlotte(980) 314-2267
Cordelia Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.5NoDa(980) 314-1000
Cornelius Park
Outdoors & Adventure4.7Mooresville(704) 663-7026
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Looking for a family-friendly escape just outside the city? @ascgreenway offers 2,100 acres of trails, scenic views, animal encounters and outdoor fun for all ages.
Whether you’re hiking around Lake Haigler, biking the skills park, visiting the Children’s Farm or having lunch at the Canteen—it’s a day well spent in nature. M
Find more events and activities on the Greenway’s web calendar. #charlottesgotalot
Whether you’re hiking around Lake Haigler, biking the skills park, visiting the Children’s Farm or having lunch at the Canteen—it’s a day well spent in nature. M
Find more events and activities on the Greenway’s web calendar. #charlottesgotalot
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Spring concert season is heating up in the Queen City, and we’ve got your chance to see Shakira LIVE at @bofastadium on May 13th — with special guest Wyclef Jean and DJ D-Nice!
Charlotte’s concert lineup is stacked, and we’ve rounded up all the must-see shows in our latest article — including Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour.
🎶 Want to win tickets? Here’s how:
1. Like this post.
2. Tag a friend you’d bring to the show and comment your favorite Shakira song.
✨ Tickets are on sale now — but you could be the lucky winner!
Spring concert season is heating up in the Queen City, and we’ve got your chance to see Shakira LIVE at @bofastadium on May 13th — with special guest Wyclef Jean and DJ D-Nice!
Charlotte’s concert lineup is stacked, and we’ve rounded up all the must-see shows in our latest article — including Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour.
🎶 Want to win tickets? Here’s how:
1. Like this post.
2. Tag a friend you’d bring to the show and comment your favorite Shakira song.
✨ Tickets are on sale now — but you could be the lucky winner!
Big news for Charlotte’s food scene! The @michelinguide is officially coming to the Queen City as part of its first-ever regional American South edition.
Get the details at @unpretentiouspalate, story unlocked for everyone to read courtesy of @charlottesgotalot.
#charlottesgotalot #charlottenc #CLTeats #CLTdrinks #CLTfood #michelinguide
Get the details at @unpretentiouspalate, story unlocked for everyone to read courtesy of @charlottesgotalot.
#charlottesgotalot #charlottenc #CLTeats #CLTdrinks #CLTfood #michelinguide
Spring has sprung at @CampNorthEnd and the season’s best moments are waiting for you!
Browse the Wednesday farmers market, catch a free outdoor movie under the stars or savor Boileryard Brunch.
With 16+ eateries, 12+ shops, 100+ murals, and endless open-air charm, there’s always something new to explore! #charlottesgotalot #partner
Browse the Wednesday farmers market, catch a free outdoor movie under the stars or savor Boileryard Brunch.
With 16+ eateries, 12+ shops, 100+ murals, and endless open-air charm, there’s always something new to explore! #charlottesgotalot #partner
The Queen City becomes an Emerald City this weekend! Here is a roundup of ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Charlotte:
🍀MARCH 15th🍀
Green River Revival at @usnwc | FREE + $12/ Parking
📍5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
Syc Patrick’s Day Party at @sycamorebrewing | FREE
📍2151 Hawkins Street, Charlotte, NC
Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade + Festival | FREE
📍Tryon Street and 9th Street
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl by @richandbennett | $30
📍419 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC
Rí Rá PaddyFest 2025 at @riracharlotte
📍 208 North Tryon St
🍀MARCH 16th🍀
@betterluck.tmrw Day Party at @rsvpsouthend | $20
📍225 Fairwood Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203
#charlottesgotalot
🍀MARCH 15th🍀
Green River Revival at @usnwc | FREE + $12/ Parking
📍5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
Syc Patrick’s Day Party at @sycamorebrewing | FREE
📍2151 Hawkins Street, Charlotte, NC
Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade + Festival | FREE
📍Tryon Street and 9th Street
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl by @richandbennett | $30
📍419 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC
Rí Rá PaddyFest 2025 at @riracharlotte
📍 208 North Tryon St
🍀MARCH 16th🍀
@betterluck.tmrw Day Party at @rsvpsouthend | $20
📍225 Fairwood Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203
#charlottesgotalot
Shake, stir, chop and taste! Over the next two weeks, Savor Charlotte is serving up hands-on culinary and cocktail experiences you won’t want to miss.
Learn from top chefs and mixologists as they share their craft. Book your spot now! #charlottesgotalot
Learn from top chefs and mixologists as they share their craft. Book your spot now! #charlottesgotalot
