Local Events
We love our Local events at GetMeSomeGreen.
Here’s a list of the events coming up in our Charlotte and Matthews area.
Come see us grab a coffee and some GetMeSomeGreen favorites for the party.
| Date | Event | Short description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2026 | Matthews Free Shred Day | Community document-shredding event in Matthews. | Town of Matthews calendar |
| October 2–3, 2026 | FabFest: Charlotte’s Beatles Festival | Beatles tribute concert, live music, contests, speakers, vendors, and family activities. | FabFest Charlotte |
| October 3, 2026 | Hola Charlotte Festival | Hispanic heritage celebration with Latin music, dance, food, cultural exhibits, and activities. | Event information |
| October 8–10, 2026 | Confluence Music Fest | Three-day Charlotte music festival featuring more than 45 artists at venues across the city. | Confluence Music Fest |
| October 9–11, 2026 | Mecktoberfest – Ballantyne | German-style beer festival with food, music, and Bavarian entertainment. | VisitNC event guide |
| October 11, 2026 | Charlotte Mimosa Festival | Tastings, live music, food trucks, and vendors at Lenny Boy Brewing. | Charlotte Mimosa Festival |
| October 17–18, 2026 | Charlotte Chalk Art Festival | Free outdoor art festival with chalk-art competitions, music, vendors, food, and family activities. | Charlotte Chalk Art Festival |
| October 17, 2026 | South End Wine & Hops Festival | Wine, craft beer, cocktails, food, and live entertainment in Charlotte’s South End. | Festival website |
| October 29, 2026 | Community event at New City Church | Local Matthews community event at 11011 Monroe Road. | New City Church events |
| November 2026–March 2027 | Matthews Community Farmers’ Market – Winter Season | Weekly Saturday farmers’ market with local produce, prepared foods, crafts, and vendors. Winter hours are generally 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. | Matthews Farmers’ Market |
| November 27–December 30, 2026 | Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular | Drive-through and walk-through holiday light experience with more than one million lights, music, and carnival rides. | Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular |
| December 2026 | Matthews holiday and winter events | The Town of Matthews typically hosts seasonal downtown activities, holiday programs, and community gatherings. | Town of Matthews calendar |
| January–March 2027 | Charlotte theater, concerts, sports, and comedy | Ongoing performances and events at Charlotte venues including Belk Theater, Spectrum Center, Bojangles Coliseum, and other locations within roughly 20 miles. | Charlotte events calendar |
The Matthews Farmers’ Market operates Saturdays year-round,
with the 2026 winter season listed from December 2026 through March 2027.
The holiday light spectacular is scheduled for November 27–December 30, 2026.