Light Rail Weekender – Oct. 30 to Nov. 1
Make the most of Halloween weekend without spending much! From spooky markets to a movie under the stars, these free-to-cheap Charlotte events are all accessible from UNC Charlotte on the CATS light rail.
Candy Crawl + MonsterMarket
When: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Urban District Market
Cost: Free
Get into the Halloween spirit with a family-friendly candy crawl, live entertainment and a market featuring more than 20 local vendors. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and browse the booths even if you’re just there for the atmosphere.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at 25th Street Station. Walk about 0.25 miles to 2315 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28205.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Outdoor Screening
When: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Seoul Food Meat Co., Mill District
Cost: Free
Keep the Halloween night going with an outdoor screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Bring a blanket for the courtyard and settle in for a movie after browsing the Candy Crawl and Monster Market nearby. Seating is first come, first served and outside food and drinks are not allowed.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at 25th Street Station. Walk about 0.3 miles to 421 E. 26th St., Charlotte, NC 28205.
36th Street Market (Halloween Edition)
When: Noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Chamber by Wooden Robot
Cost: Free
Browse handmade finds from local vendors and enjoy live music at this Halloween market in NoDa. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Directions: From UNC Charlotte Main Station, take the Blue Line southbound and get off at 36th Street Station. Walk about 0.1 mile to 416 E. 36th St., Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28205.
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 login with your NinerNet@charlotte.edu email address to get started.