Top 5 Favorite Patios in the Charlotte Area You Must Visit This Summer

As you put together your summer sit and sip patio list, don’t forget these five old-school spots with OG swagger. From lakeside chilling, prime people watching perches in NoDa and places your dog is going to love, this list will have you and your crew chilling on some of the best open spaces in and around Charlotte. Cheers to summer! Dilworth Tasting Room Photo Courtesy of Dilworth Tasting Room Address: 300 E Tremont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203 Hours: Monday [...]

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Six December events to solve any holiday conundrum

The holidays are a time of joy, magic and making memories. But when the pressure of the yuletide spirit becomes too much, look to these six holiday events to put the jingle back in your bells. From last minute shopping opportunities and epic light displays to FREE events, these six winter activities are sure to make the crew merry and bright.  “Help! I need to finish (or start) holiday shopping.” Solution: OMB’s Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market) Fear not last minute shopper! [...]

Five Vineyards Less than Two Hours From Charlotte

Beautiful fall weekend and no plans on the books? These five vineyards less than two hours from Charlotte offer a perfect day excursion or quick overnight trip. Experience, sip and see why North Carolina has become a powerhouse in the wine industry. Be sure to check Websites for information about upcoming events and rules regarding outside food, pets, etc. All times from Uptown Charlotte are approximate.    Raffaldini Take a trip to Tuscany minus the plane trip! Nestled near the [...]

7 summer adventures to add to your 2022 bucket list

Summer is here and not a moment too soon! Longer days and warm nights beg for a hot bucket list of cool adventures you’ll be talking about long after the sun goes down. Whether your idea of fun is taking a dip, renting a kayak, exploring the forest or listening to music, this list has you covered. Grab your traveling buddies and hit the road or entertain out of town guests with an impressive lineup of things to do. Happy [...]

Fun outdoor activity alert! Anne Springs Close Greenway offers tons of ways to play all summer.

Did you know a mere 18 miles from Center City Charlotte is 2,100 acres of nature with a lake, forests, streams, trails and wide-open spaces with an almost endless list of activities? The Anne Springs Close Greenway in York County is the perfect day trip to get away from it all and try something new! This lush oasis opened in 1995 and boasts 36 miles of walking and biking trails, a 28-acre acre lake, dog park, yoga classes, native plants [...]

Charlotte Weekend Fun for April 22 – 24th

Charlotte Weekend Fun: Looking for some fun activities around Charlotte this weekend? Charlotte offers it all, from bonafide Louisiana crawfish boil, outdoor fun in the water, or some sophisticated live jazz music. Have a great weekend, and be sure to ask us for more Savvy Charlotte recommendations! Springfest at Olde Meck Brewery - April 23 & 24 Located in the popular and ever-growing Lower Southend neighborhood, don't miss out on this annual feast! Described as "Louisiana Springfest is our second [...]

Ballantyne Rocks Music Series!

Ballantyne Rocks! Wednesday night in Ballantyne Village was abuzz. People flocked to the trendy shopping and entertainment center to kickstart the Ballantyne Rocks music series. This year, every Wednesday from April 20th to June 1st will feature free live music from a variety of acts. Last night included an incredible brass and horn group from Atlanta, GA, The Voltage Brothers, that played everything from Earth, Wind, and Fire to David Bowie.   Attendees enjoyed dinner under the shade while the [...]

Savvy 7 – Brewery Activities

Charlotte Brewery Activities If one thing about the Queen City are true, it’s that Charlotteans love their active lifestyle as much as their craft breweries. Well, fortunately for us, our favorite places to grab a pint also offer weekly fun and healthy activities. Work up a sweat and then relax with a nice cold draft. Don't miss out on these Savvy 7 Brewery Activities! Sunday - Lenny Boy Where: Located at  2224 Hawkins Street in the ever popular Historic South End [...]

BB&T Ballpark – Charlotte Knights 2016 Events

Charlotte Knights 2016 Events The Street.com recently placed Charlotte on it’s Top Ten list of Minor League Baseball Cities in America. It noted our fans showed up in numbers of 9,400+ per game in 2015. Charlotteans certainly love our new Uptown venue - BB&T Ballpark. With its central location in the heart of Third Ward, walking distance to the Lightrail, Romare Bearden Park, and plenty of social activities, there is no surprise that the Knights draw such large crowds. With Spring [...]

Ballantyne Village Eggstravaganza!

Another Savvy Saturday at the Ballantyne Village Eggstravaganza! Families and friends flocked to Ballantyne Village this past Saturday to partake in the ever-popular Eggstravaganza. This annual tradition is fun for all ages, and Savvy Agents Victor Ahdieh, Beverley Fasth, Eileen Nelis, Lisa Pricher, Stephanie Therrell, and Susan Wright were all present to help partake in the festivities! Over 1000+ people hopped over to the Ballantyne Village to check out the fun, and three lucky raffle winners got to take home [...]

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