The Charlotte Ledger Event Board
Looking for business and strategic events in Charlotte, North Carolina? We’ve got a solution for that. Browse our events board with listings from various small business and organizations in the greater Charlotte area.
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Upcoming Events
A Nice Indian Boy - Movie & Virtual Talkback
Join us after the 1:10pm screening on May 17th for a virtual discussion with the director Roshan Sethi. The movie: When Naveen brings his fiancé Jay home to meet his traditional Indian family, they must contend with accepting his white-orphan-artist boyfriend and helping them plan the Indian wedding of their dreams.
Power of Women: Uncorking Connections
Join the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance® for Uncorking Connections, a refined and relaxed evening of wine tasting as part of our Power of Women programming. This event offers a curated experience featuring a hand-selected collection of wines from across France, guided by Coquette’s professional sommelier.
Lunch & Learn: Protecting Identity and Information in the Age of AI
Join members and guests for the Charlotte Area Chamber May Lunch Meeting. Come see some familiar faces and meet new connections while enjoying a fabulous lunch at the Hyatt Centric SouthPark.

How Old Age is like Young Age with The Ivey and Judy Goldman
Join us for a special event: How Old Age is Like Young Age — a thoughtful conversation with Charlotte author Judy Goldman on how aging reflects every stage we’ve lived through, and a deeper look into her latest memoir, "The Rest of Our Lives."

Taste of Hope Charlotte
Fifth annual gala fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, Charlotte. The event features an interactive cocktail reception with viewing of live and silent auction items, door prizes, live entertainment, mission paddle raise, and celebration of cancer survivors.
Lunch & Learn: Exit & Succession Planning for Business Owners
Join us for a valuable Lunch & Learn where seasoned professionals will guide you through the critical steps of exit and succession planning for business owners.
YP Breakfast | Beyond Handshakes: Building Wealth with Confidence
Join us for an empowering conversation designed to help young professionals build a strong foundation for long-term wealth. From investing and estate planning to smart budgeting and lifestyle choices, our expert panelists will share real-world strategies to help you plan with purpose and confidence.
FREE Indie on Wheels – University City
Join us for a free screening of Decolonizing Mental Health (2022), a PBS World documentary series that dismantles the racism embedded within the mental healthcare industry. This powerful short film shifts the focus to the transformative work of therapists and individuals of color, challenging conventional definitions of psychiatric illness and health.
The Wellness Initiative & Women In Business Committee on Mental Health Awareness Month Workshop by MHA of Central Carolinas
Join us this May for an inspiring Mental Health Awareness Month event—a collaboration between our Women in Business, Wellness Initiative Committee and the Mental Health America of Central Carolinas. This empowering experience is designed to support your well-being and help you unlock your full potential, both personally and professionally.

Full Moon Paddle
Our monthly Full Moon paddles are an adventure for anyone from beginners to experienced paddlers.
The Charlotte Ledger's 40 Over 40 Awards presented by U.S. Bank
In its 6th year, the 40 Over 40 Awards presented by U.S. Bank has become a beacon of recognition for those over the age of 40 who continue to shape the future of Charlotte.

Speak Easy with Brian Lafontaine
Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience.

Derby Days
Join us in 2025 for an unforgettable day as we gather with over 300 of Charlotte's young professionals! Enjoy live music, refreshing Mint Juleps, a selection of open wine and beer, delicious food trucks, and exciting contests.

Perfectly Paired Wine Tasting and Auction, hosted by Charlotte-South Rotary
Attention wine connoisseurs! Here is special event perfectly suited to you. Wine tastings, food served, silent and live auctions featuring lots of wine, individual premier bottles of wine, hotel stays (The Boca Raton, Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt), restaurant gift cards, etc. to benefit three important non profits serving children in the Charlotte community
Secret Mall Apartment - Movie & Talkback
IPJoin us after the 7pm screening on April 29th for a panel discussion with local Charlotte arts organizations and advocates.
Artist Talk with Photographer Maya Goded
In conjunction with The Mint Museum's exhibition "Women of Land and Smoke," internationally renowned photographer Maya Goded joins Jen Sudul Edwards, PhD, chief curator and curator of Contemporary Art at the Mint, for a discussion about relationships with her subjects and her career as a photographer.

Sustain Charlotte Awards
Do you know a person, building project, business, government agency, young leader or nonprofit that deserves to be honored for advancing smart growth and sustainability in Charlotte? Nominate them for a Sustain Charlotte Award! The nomination deadline is March 7.

Opening of "ANNIE LEIBOVITZ / WORK"
From Hollywood A-listers to world leaders, Annie Leibovitz's photographs have influenced our view of culture, fame, and history for a half century. Explore a mix of her new and rarely seen images alongside famous portraits at the exhibition opening April 27 at Mint Museum Uptown.
Charlotte Wine + Food Week | The Grand Tasting
The largest tasting experience of the annual Charlotte Wine + Food Week presented by Truist is one that is sure to delight. With a selection of over 100 carefully curated wines from around the globe, mouthwatering bites from Charlotte's culinary artisans, live music and exclusive online auction items for preview, our Grand Tasting has something for every taste.
Charlotte Wine + Food Week | The Collectors Gala
Limited to 180 of Charlotte Wine & Food’s most savvy patrons and wine collectors, we invite you to join us for The Collectors Gala featuring a high-end wine and food tasting followed by a seated family-style meal and a robust and spirited live auction featuring the best lots CW+F Week has to offer.
Metropolitan – 35th Anniversary Screening with Director Whit Stillman
Celebrate the 35th anniversary of Metropolitan—Whit Stillman’s witty debut about NYC’s “urban haute bourgeoisie.” Join us April 24 at IPH for a special screening followed by a live conversation with Stillman, moderated by filmmaker Onur Tukel.

Charlotte Wine + Food Week
Oenophiles of all kinds, from casual sippers and samplers to serious connoisseurs and collectors, will have the opportunity to celebrate the nectar of the gods at Charlotte Wine + Food Week presented by Truist on April 23rd-27th.

Guilding the Mint
The Guild of Charlotte artists is celebrating its historic return to the Mint Museum in Uptown with an exhibition entitled “Guilding the Mint”. Over 150 guild members are represented in this special exhibit. Exhibit runs from April 23 - May 26, 2025. JOIN US! Free!
2025 HR Conference: HResilient
Prepare to adapt, lead, and build a resilient future at HResilient 2025—the must-attend event for HR professionals and executives committed to navigating change with confidence.

Fly Fishing NC & VA Before & After Helene with Author Sam Johnson
Come hear fly fishing author, personality, & speaker, Sam Johnson. Johnson has published two books, Fly Fishing the Blue Ridge Parkway- NC & VA, respectively. He's also the host of Wild Bearings on The Country Network. His knowledge and delivery are always entertaining & engaging.

Tosco Music Party
Calling all music lovers! Come experience what makes Tosco Music Parties so unique, with a dozen local and regional, and national acts sharing a wide variety of music genres. Plus, singalongs throughout the night led by the TMP House Band & Singalong Choir!

Pet Palooza
Join the Humane Society of Charlotte for Pet Palooza at Truist Field on April 12 from 10 AM – 3 PM. Start the day with a fundraising walk to help raise $140,000 for local animals—walkers who raise $100+ earn a Pet Palooza t-shirt.
A Walk in the Park: Hike SouthPark Loop
Our Hike Guide leads this popular 4-mile walk through the neighborhood of Jesse Brown’s. This beautiful part of Charlotte, NC, is known as the bustling business, shopping, & entertainment district of SouthPark.
Community Impact Film Series: Environment
IPH’s Community Impact Film Series sparks dialogue and builds bridges between people and organizations through the power of film.

The FUTURE: Grit, Growth and Revenue
A five-hour inspirational and fun experience for career professionals and entrepreneurs to listen, learn and discuss growth, mindset and sustainability. Event is hosted by Nick Riggins, Trish Stukbauer, and Glenn Proctor.

Storyteller's Night at Jesse Brown's
Storyteller’s Night at Jesse Brown’s has been bringing the Charlotte community together for over a decade. Jesse Brown’s, an outdoor store located in the SouthPark area of Charlotte, North Carolina, this event celebrates true tales of adventure, personal experiences, and life-changing moments.

The Firemen’s Ball - Miloš Forman
Join us on Tuesday, April 8th, as we continue our new film series celebrating the remarkable career of this Czech-born director. "The Firemen's Ball" was the last film Forman made in his native Czechoslovakia before he relocated to the United States. It is also the first film he shot in color, as well as a milestone of the Czechoslovak New Wave.
The Art of Aging Well: How to Plan for the Future and Support Your Loved Ones
Aging isn’t something we like to think about—until we have to. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or navigating care for a loved one, understanding your options now can make all the difference later.

Speak Easy Hosted by Brian Lafontaine
Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience.

The Public School Funding Crisis: What's at Stake for Charlotte Mecklenburg?
The League of Women Voters of Charlotte Mecklenburg (LWVCM)—along with partner organizations—is hosting a hybrid event on April 7 at Caldwell Presbyterian Church.