Things To Do

Charlotte Rail Trail

The Rail Trail stretches from Uptown through South End. It's a nice path to walk and check out all the shops, art, restaurants, bars, and more along the way! The light rail (mini train) runs along the trail and is a good option to use for transportation throughout the weekend. See the link below for information for the 501 Lynx Blue Ride.

U.S. National Whitewater Center

Outdoor recreation center with a variety of activities (hiking, whitewater rafting, yoga, ropes courses, and more!). There is also a bar, restaurant, and outside stage. We love visiting the center and spending time walking around, participating in a yoga class, or listening to music if there is performer! There is a $12 parking fee when you visit the center, and prices for other activities vary - check out their website for more information.

Crowders Mountain State Park

Crowders Mountain is Sam and Kelly's favorite hike just outside the city. It is about a 40 minute drive, you will need a car to get there.

Rally Pickleball

The couple is taking after the MOB (i.e. Tellico Village top pickle-baller) as they enjoy playing pickleball with friends and family! Rally is the spot for it - it's a big bar with inside and outdoor pickleball courts. Check out their website to book a court!

Wells Fargo Championship - Quail Hollow Club

Quail Hollow Golf Club in South Charlotte is hosting the Wells Fargo Championship, a signature PGA Tour event, this year from May 6th - 12th. It would be a fun event to check out before, after, or in between the wedding festivities! Check out the website for information on timing, transportation, tickets and more.

NASCAR Hall of Fame

For any Nascar or racing fans out there, check out the Nascar Hall of Fame! With the Charlotte Motor Speedway just outside the city that hosts two Nascar races every year, the Queen City is known for Nascar! Sam and Kelly have tailgated and attended a few races since they moved... it's quite the scene!

Latta Arcade and Brevard Court

Also known as the "French Quarter", located in the heart of downtown, this indoor and outdoor passageway features various small shops, restaurants, and bars. Very popular before Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC games!

Camp North End

Camp North End's a renovated industrial complex with food stalls, bars, public art, and various shops. Some of our favorites here are Leah and Louise, Hex Coffee and Natural Wines, and Room Service!

Lake Norman

Lake Norman is a lake just 25 minutes from the city. There are options to rent a boat (or other water activities), visit restaurants on the lake, and other outdoor beaches and trails to explore. Check out the link below to see get more information on Lake Norman and what to do if you want to visit the aea.

Freedom Park

Looking for a nice park to walk around and get some exercise? Freedom Park, not far from Uptown and South End, is the perfect spot! There's greenery and paths surrounding a lake, and even a playground for any kiddos. With the great scenery, Sam and Kelly enjoy picnicking in the park. And they even took some of their engagement photos at Freedom Park!

Charlotte City Tours

Want to learn more about the city? Check out Queen City Rides which has options for golf cart tours or van tours! See the link below for more details.

Supperland Restaurant

Dilworth Tasting Room

Chapter 6 Restaurant

Customshop

La Belle Helene Restaurant

Haberdish Restaurant

Yunta Restaurant

Fin & Fino

Optimist Hall

Monarch Market Food Hall

Rosie's Coffee & Wine Garden

Suffolk Punch - South End

Sycamore Brewing

Wooden Robot Brewery

VINYL Cocktail Bar

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten

Monday Night Brewing Garden Co.

Sam and Kelly's Google Map of CLT!

This is a Google Map that Sam and Kelly have created that shows a more comprehensive list of attractions, activities, restaurants, and bars in Charlotte! Feel free to click on the link and it will take you to the customized map with different labels for our favorite attractions, restaurants, bars, breweries, coffee and ice cream shops, as well as location of all hotels and wedding events