Discovery Around Every Corner

You Asked, We Listened

Introducing Camden Commons, presented by Lowe's: an outdoor living room in the middle of Camden Road where you can hang out, play games, listen to music, and enjoy takeout from all the restaurants in the neighborhood. Camden Commons is coming to South End on March 12, May 14, and in June, from 11 am – 5 pm, with Camden Road closed to vehicles from Tremont Ave. to East/West Blvd Station from 7 am-7 pm on each day.

Learn more about the event.

I Heart Rail Trail: Lights

Discover your sense of wonder on the Rail Trail as you interact with five never-before-seen art installations that will light up the neighborhood each night between March 4-20. I Heart Rail Trail: Lights is presented by U.S. Bank. Find walking directions and learn more.

News from the Taproom

Something big is brewing at Wooden Robot! The brewery will soon be firing up their own, brand new food concept. Catch some delicious local food trucks at the spot until the kitchen opens next month.

Fairy Ring

A magical, illuminated field of mushrooms has found a permanent home at Atherton Mill. The piece was originally installed as a temporary installation as part of I Heart Rail Trail: Lights in 2021, and it is artist Meredith Connelly's first public art piece. See the 112 fun fungi at the Atherton Mill lawn every day.

Run Club Rundown

There are plenty of community run clubs in South End. Whether it's your first time lacing up or you're a seasoned running pro, there is a run squad for everyone. Find yours using the run club rundown.

Other Fresh Finds in South End

Check out the full calendar of South End event s.
Learn about Black-owned businesses and Black artists in South End.
Get coffee shop vibes at home with Lincoln Haberdashery's c urated playlist .
Recycle your #5 plastics at the South End Market. Learn more.

Weekend Happenings

Friday 2/25

Live music at The Wine Loft
Laniidae live at Amos'

Saturday 2/26

South End Market at Atherton
Craft Beer Festival benefitting the Goodwin family
90's brunch at 1501 South Mint
Charcuterie and cocktail class at the Cocktailery
Mardi Gras at Triple C
Cursive live at Amos'

Next Week

Pool tournament at Small Bar
Cornhole at Triple C
Physical therapy inspired yoga
Open mic night at Common Market
Live music at SouthBound
Karaoke at Brickyard
First Friday Gallery Crawl
Live music at The Wine Loft
I Heart Rail Trail: Lights

Trivia in South End

Trivia at Triple C
Trivia at Skiptown
Trivia at Wooden Robot
Trivia at The Union
Music Bingo at Eight + Sand

First and Second Photos: Art & Soul (Kyo H Nam for Center City Partners)
Third and Fourth Photos: I Heart Rail Trail: Lights (Kyo H Nam for Charlotte Center City Partners)
Fifth Photo: Fairy Ring Light by Meredith Connelly (Kyo H Nam for Center City Partners)
Sixth Photo: Wooden Robot (@woodenrobotbrewery)
Seventh Photo Mad Miles Run Club (@madmilesrunclub)
Eighth Photo: Dog on the Rail Trail (@mirothemini)
Ninth Photo: Izzy's at Triple C (@izzysccc)
Tenth Photo: Charlotte Skyline (@mylesperhour_photography)
Eleventh Photo: Mural at Slingshot (@john_hairston_jr)

Discovery around every corner. Grab a friend and go explore.

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