Light Rail Weekender – Oct. 16 to 18
Looking for a way to get off campus this weekend? Ride the CATS light rail to see live art, catch a free movie and enjoy a fall afternoon in Uptown, all without spending much.
Watch the Charlotte Chalk Art Festival Come to Life
When: Noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct. 18
Where: NoDa Brewing Company North End
Cost: Free
Watch local and regional artists turn the pavement into a colorful outdoor gallery as they compete in the Charlotte Chalk Art Festival. Walk around to see their designs take shape, listen to music and check out the food and art vendors.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at 36th Street Station. Walk approximately 0.7 miles to 150 W. 32nd St.
Witch Fest at Triple C Brewing Co.
When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Triple C Brewing Co.
Cost: Free
Looking for something different this fall? Browse thrifted finds, unique items and booths from local vendors at Witch Fest Market. You can also meet vendors who share traditions such as folk magic and Hoodoo.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at New Bern Station. Walk approximately 0.2 miles to 2900 Griffith St.
Unwind at Touch Grass: Flannels and Funnel Cakes
When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: First Ward Park
Cost: Free
Wrap up the weekend with music, a relaxed picnic atmosphere and a showing of The Haunted Mansion. Bring a blanket and snacks, or browse the vendors next door at Victoria Yards. RSVP before you go.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at 7th Street Station. Walk approximately 0.1 miles to First Ward Park at 301 E. 7th St.
How to Ride
Students at UNC Charlotte have the CATS All-Access Pass included in their student fees, which means they can ride city light rail, streetcar and buses fare free. Download the CATS Pass App and log in with your NinerNet@charlotte.edu email address to get started.