Welcome to Charlotte
Offering a great mix of high profile plazas, parks, commuter hubs and private venues, Charlotte has something to offer most marketers.
Obtaining permits for an outdoor or indoor experiential activation or special event is often the most vexing task for an agency or brand. A marketer will often know the cities and demographic they want to reach but may not know which locations are appropriate to reach their target audience. That’s where Event Permit Experts come in to recommend the right locations in each market and most importantly knowing who to call to obtain these permits. Each city and location has it’s own unique set of rules & regulations to navigate when obtaining permits. Locations in each market can and do change. Only a company like Event Permit Experts can stay on top of the rapidly evolving landscape in each city to make the right recommendations and maintain the relationships with these venues and municipalities to make your experiential campaign or special event a reality.
Knowing how to obtain all necessary event permits, ancillary permits and community board approvals is where Event Permit Experts comes in. With a wide breadth of knowledge obtained by consistently working with the decision makers at these locations we can help marketers navigate all the local ordinances and laws unique to each location to make your experiential special event a success.
Obtaining permits for an outdoor or indoor experiential activation or special event is often the most vexing task for an agency or brand. A marketer will often know the cities and demographic they want to reach but may not know which locations are appropriate to reach their target audience. That’s where Event Permit Experts come in to recommend the right locations in each market and most importantly knowing who to call to obtain these permits. Each city and location has it’s own unique set of rules & regulations to navigate when obtaining permits. Locations in each market can and do change. Only a company like Event Permit Experts can stay on top of the rapidly evolving landscape in each city to make the right recommendations and maintain the relationships with these venues and municipalities to make your experiential campaign or special event a reality.
Knowing how to obtain all necessary event permits, ancillary permits and community board approvals is where Event Permit Experts comes in. With a wide breadth of knowledge obtained by consistently working with the decision makers at these locations we can help marketers navigate all the local ordinances and laws unique to each location to make your experiential special event a success.
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Annual EventsSt. Patrick’s Day Parade
Don a derby and your finest green attire for the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Charlotte Goes Green Festival. Filled with bagpipers, dancers, bands, and vendors with traditional eats, the happenings in Center City serve up a little something Irish for everyone. Queen’s Cup Celebrate spring in the Piedmont countryside with the prestigious Queen’s Cup Steeplechase, every last Saturday in April during the Charlotte area’s only horse racing event. Sundress-clad ladies and seersucker-sporting gentlemen can be found enjoying the loads of festivities during the event’s races. Festival in the Park Each September, Freedom Park hostsFestival in the Park, bringing together more than 100,000 people to the spirited lanes of one of Charlotte’s most popular green spaces. The arts and crafts event touts more than 150 artists and nearly 1,000 entertainers. There’s also a hodgepodge of food vendors to satisfy even the pickiest eater. First Night First Night returns each New Year’s Eve for a family-friendly celebration in Center City. Culture fills the streets throughout the day with musicians, dancers, actors, artists, and more. Suitable for all ages, the festivities culminate with a firework-filled finale at midnight. Speed Street Celebrate the May races during the Food Lion Speed Street 600 Festival. Featuring stars, cars, and guitars, the fest transforms the streets of Charlotte into a showcase of motorsports with nonstop entertainment, appearances by top Sprint Cup Drivers, and fun for all ages. Taste of Charlotte The Taste of Charlotte food festival draws more than 150,000 people to Center City Charlotte each June to experience a wide array of family activities, live music and fantastic food from the area’s hottest restaurants. Q-City Charlotte BBQ Championship Festival attendees get a crash course in BBQ madness as more than 90 teams compete for their piece of the $35,000 prize money and the coveted Governor’s Cup Trophy. Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade This Charlotte tradition that has entertained and inspired audiences since 1947. Complete with dance and choral performances, marching bands from around the region, larger-than-life floats, balloons and some of your favorite characters, this year’s parade will kick off the holiday season, Charlotte-style! |
Local AttractionsThe Billy Graham Library
BB&T Ballpark NASCAR Hall of Fame Discovery Place The Bank of America Stadium Freedom Park Carolinas Aviation Museum Local MallsSouthPark Mall – Charlotte’s oldest shopping mall is also one of the region’s largest. Anchored by Nordstrom, Belk, Dillard’s, Macy’s and Neiman Marcus.
Northlake Mall – Just 10 miles north of Uptown, Northlake is a popular destination for those who value style and a big selection. The 150 retailers include H&M. Carolina Place Mall – This 1.2 million-square-foot mall is located right outside of Charlotte in Pineville, North Caroilna, and is anchored by Sears, Belk, JCPenny, Dillard's and Macy's. Phillips Place – This European-style outdoor mall offers high-end boutique apparel and exquisite home furnishings. Shoppes at University Place – A tranquil lake setting is the backdrop for the more than 65 clothing, electronic and home retailers that set up shop here. Metropolitan – This mixed-use area near Uptown offers condos, dining, chic boutiques and salons along with major retailers such as West Elm, Best Buy, Marshalls and Target. StoneCrest at Piper Glen – A variety of appealing retail, dining and movie options in one location draws crowds to this South Charlotte venue. The concert series from late spring to early fall has become a hot ticket for Friday and Saturday night. Specialty Shops on the Park – Restaurants and exclusive retailers such as Williams-Sonoma and Talbots anchor this open-air mall right across the street from SouthPark Mall. Blakeney – Specialty shops and retail chain stores fill this upscale shopping center. Ballantyne Village – Charlotteans and visitors alike flock to this South Charlotte shopping and entertainment venue. |
Colleges & UniversitiesWake Forest University School of Business
University of Phoenix University of North Carolina at Charlotte Strayer University Queens University of Charlotte Johnson C. Smith University Johnson & Wales University Davidson College Gaston College Nearby CitiesMatthews, NC
Mount Holly, NC Mint Hill, NC Huntersville, NC Indian Trail, NC Cornelius, NC Concord, NC Gastonia, NC Kannapolis, NC Rock Hill, SC Monroe, NC Mooresville, NC Kings Mountain, NC Lincolnton, NC Lancaster, SC Sports Teams & StadiumsCarolina Panthers
Charlotte Hornets Charlotte Hounds Charlotte 49ers Bank of America Stadium Cricket Arena Charlotte Coliseum Time Warner Cable Arena Phillips Place Stadium Memorial Stadium Some Local Neighborhoods |
Do you need event permits
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Most outdoor special events and experiential brand activations on public property whether on plazas, streets, sidewalks or parks will require a permit. Even special events or brand activations at indoor locations whether they be public or private venues have their own special fees, additional concessions and requirements.
Besides the standard special event permit often required for most locations, additional permits are often needed for amplified sound, large structures such as props and installations, sampling, tents, stages, food vending, alcoholic beverage sampling, fire department permits for generators or electricity. Event Permit Experts is here as a one-stop resource to help you navigate the entire permitting process to make your Charlotte event a success. |