09/01/2026
Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to soak up the last bit of summer! From festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and races, there’s plenty happening around Charlotte and the surrounding area:
🎡 Matthews Alive | September 4–7
Enjoy rides, live music, food vendors, and family-friendly fun throughout the holiday weekend.
🚣 Whitewater Center Labor Day Celebration | August 29–September 1
Take advantage of trail races, yoga, live music, rafting, zip lining, and more at the Whitewater Center.
🏃 Around the Crown 10K | September 6
Run through the streets of Charlotte as I-277 closes to traffic for this annual Labor Day weekend race.
🎶 Charlotte Soul Fest | September 5
Head to First Ward Park for the second annual festival featuring live music and entertainment.
🇺🇸 Charlotte Labor Day Parade | September 7
Celebrate Labor Day at this Charlotte tradition, taking place in Uptown.
However you spend the long weekend, make the most of the final days of summer right here in the Charlotte area!