September Food & Drink Events in Charlotte
Are you a foodie in the Charlotte area? Mark your calendar for these culinary events, food festivals and more happening in the Charlotte region throughout September 2026.
Events are subject to change. Please visit the event website for full details and pricing information.
Photo from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
September Food Festivals &Special Events in Charlotte
Sept. 11-13, 18-20: Mecktoberfest
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery kicks off the first weekend of its Mecktoberfest celebration with plenty of beer, German fare, live music, a stein-holding competition and more at each biergarten location. More Info
Sept. 11-13: Yiasou Greek Festival
One of Charlotte’s largest cultural events, the Yiasou Greek Festival features authentic Greek cuisine and pastries, plus live music, wine tastings and more at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. More Info
Sept. 11-13: Foodees Fest
Get your fill from more than 40 food vendors, including food trucks, during this free festival at Charlotte Premium Outlets. Get Tickets
Sept. 12: Charlotte Coffee Festival
Sip unlimited tastings of caffeinated beverages from a lineup of more than 50 local and national roasters, cafes and coffee brands at Lenny Boy Brewing. Get Tickets
Sept. 13: Sazón Latin Food Festival
Pair Latin food, including the flavors of the Caribbean and Central and South America, with live music at this free festival. Get Tickets
Sept. 18-20: FoodieLand
FoodieLand, the nation’s largest food festival, brings a diverse array of food vendors to Charlotte Motor Speedway for this weekend festival. Get Tickets
Sept. 19-20: Festival of India
Get a taste of India at the annual Festival of India at Belk Theater. The food court offers an array of flavorful Indian cuisine. Get Tickets
Sept. 20: Chef’s Harvest
Celebrate the flavors of the season at Daniel Stowe Conservancy’s Chef’s Harvest, offering 10 tasting stations from some of Charlotte’s talented chefs. Get Tickets
Sept. 22: Taste of the Panthers
Enjoy an evening of gourmet food, wine and entertainment as you mingle with Carolina Panthers players and legends at Bank of America Stadium. Get Tickets
Sept. 26: Charlotte Margarita Festival
Vote on what you think is the best margarita in Charlotte during this festival at Tipsy Pickle. Get Tickets
Sept. 26: Wine & Food Festival
Head to Ballantyne’s Backyard for more than 100 all-you-care-to-taste wine, beer and spirit tastings, plus food vendors and live music. Get Tickets
September Restaurant Events in Charlotte
Sept. 10-Oct. 31: Supperland Speakeasy Tasting Experience: The Golden Ticket
Supperland Speakeasy’s newest tasting menu is a nod to Willy Wonka, with four creative courses that pair handcrafted cocktails with chef-curated dishes. Get Tickets
Sept. 15-Oct. 15: A Taste of Hispanic Heritage at Dos Caminos
Dos Caminos celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with special dining events, live music and more. More Info
Sept. 19: Optimist Hall’s 7th Birthday Extravaganza
Celebrate Optimist Hall’s seventh birthday with carnival rides and amusements on the East Lawn and your favorite food and drink vendors inside. More Info
Sept. 30: Elena Walch Wine Dinner at Ever Andalo
Indulge in a five-course dinner with four curated wine pairings, celebrating the wines of Elena Walch, with special guest Karoline Walch. Get Tickets
September Beer, Wine & Cocktail Events in Charlotte
Sept. 27: Sunday School at The Bar at Supperland
Sunday School has a different meaning at The Bar at Supperland. This Sunday’s event delves into Campari and the world of amaro with tastings led by Campari district manager, Melissa Pintauro. Get Tickets
September Restaurant Specials in Charlotte
Anniversary Dinner: Enjoy a three-course, limited-time menu in honor of The Palm’s 100-year anniversary, through Sept. 30.
Stag’s Leap: Celebrate 100 years of The Palm with a $100 bottle of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 'Artemis' Cabernet Sauvignon through Sept. 30.
Horse Soldier Liberty Sour: Horse Soldier will match tips received from this cocktail and donate them to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, benefitting veterans and their families through Sept. 30.
Mexico’s Independence Day: Sip from a limited-time drink menu inspired by the people, places and moments tied to the country’s fight for independence, from Sept. 15-19.