Things To Do in Charlotte This Weekend: October 10-October 12

Celebrate the best of autumn across the Charlotte area with a weekend full of fun, flavor, and festivity. Step back in time at the Carolina Renaissance Festival, explore plant-based living at Charlotte Vegfest, and enjoy local brews and live music at Laketoberfest. With many other community events, including Fall for Matthews, the Lake Norman Diwali Celebration, and the Charlotte Corgi Club Racing Championship, there are entertainment options for everyone.

Travel back in time to all the grandeur of the Carolina Renaissance Festival, where history, fantasy, and fun meet in the enchanted Village of Fairhaven. Wander through this wonderfully wooded village, featuring a vibrant open-air artisan market with handcrafted treasures. Watch valiant jousting knights, amazing falconry, playful mermaids and fairies, and friendly dragons. With unlimited entertainment, games, attractions, feasting, and music, this adventurous celebration offers nonstop fun for all ages.

Since its inception in 2012, Charlotte Vegfest has evolved into one of the premier festivals for plant-based living in the community. With more than 100 vendors and thousands of attendees, Charlotte Vegfest is a family-friendly event that celebrates the joy of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate living. Featuring local and national vegan businesses, this event offers a diverse range of great food, creative products, and engaging educational opportunities. Charlotte Vegfest is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting veganism in Charlotte and the Carolinas.

Laketoberfest is a beloved annual community celebration that brings together music, food, and fun for all ages. Experience live performances, craft beer from local North Carolina breweries, and a selection of delicious eats from popular food trucks. There's an energetic KidsZone with games and crafts for families to enjoy, and adults can delight in great drinks and entertainment. With its inviting atmosphere, local flavors, and exciting programming, Laketoberfest makes for an entertaining and festive outdoor fall celebration.

Autumn in the Charlotte area bursts with color, culture, and a vibrant sense of spirit. From lively festivals and social celebrations to lighthearted local competitions, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy the season's energy and charm: