We’ve rounded up 30 must-attend events and activities to add to your 2025 calendar.

Why it matters: From food and music festivals to art walks and local races, spring in the Charlotte area is packed with activities and events.

Sip on wine by the water at the 9th Annual University City Wine Festival

What to expect: On April 11, you and a guest will try a wine tasting on the boardwalk followed by a paddle boat ride with whatever wine you choose.

• The April 12 event will feature more than 100 wines from 25 different wineries. Your ticket covers the wine, cocktails, beer and cider samplings.

If you go: Tickets to the “Wine on the Water” event are $45 and you can reserve either the 6-7:30pm slot or the 7:30-9pm slot.

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