In town for the Aggie-Eagle classic? We got you covered with plenty of activities to do while you are here. Check out some events that are happening during the weekend of the kickoff game.
***Note: This list is updated regularly. Some events may be removed because of cancellations. Check back to see added events. If you have an event going on during the Aggie-Eagle Classic, be sure to post it on our event page.
Official Events
Thursday, Sept. 1
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Where: 4400 Sharon Road
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 2
Looking for a new career? Or maybe even an internship? Check out this career fair for undergrads, graduates, grad students and the like.
Where: 501 South College Street
Time: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
The Greeks will be battling against one another for the ultimate prize: $10,000. Check out this step show to see who will step up to the challenge.
Where: 501 South College Street
Time: 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Saturday, Sept. 3
The Mad Miles Run Club has partnered with Duke’s Mayo to host a HBCU run, as a part of the Around the Crown 10K. Participants will show off their school pride while getting their miles in.
Where: 300 Camp Road
Time: 10:00 AM
More Than Just a Game: 100 Years of the Aggie-Eagle Rivalry
This presentation will showcase some never-before-seen photographs of the Aggie-Eagle rivalry over the years. Two professors, from A&T and NCCU, will demonstrate their understanding of the rivalry through an educational conversation.
Where: 219 South Brevard Street
Time: 11:00 AM
Check out the official tailgating spot, located one block from the Bank of America Stadium.
Where: 300 South Church Street
Time: 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Day Parties
Friday, Sept. 2
Ladidadi Aggie Eagle Day Party
Get hyped for the big game with an all-day party with live music, giveaways, food, a cigar bar and more.
Where: Oak Room, 200 East Bland Street
Time: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday, Sept. 3
Join the Aggie Gentz for a specially prepared brunch buffet while a special guest DJ will command the 1s and 2s.
Where: 3030 Freedom Drive
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Join others and pay homage to some of the greatest hits from Hip-Hop, Afrobeats and R&B.
Where: 2016 North Graham Street
Time: 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
90’s Babies: The Official Aggie-Eagle Day Party
Party in style while enjoying a fancy cocktail or grubbing on a savory meal prepared by an executive chef.
Where: 9539 Pinnacle Drive
Time: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sunday, Sept. 4
Melanin and Mimosas Brunch and Day Party
Food. Hookah. Music. Vibes. Brunch starts at 1:00 and the party starts at 4:00.
Where: 832 Siegle Avenue
Time: 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Nightlife
Thursday, Sept. 1
Aggie-Eagle Rivalry Pregame Party
Come kickback, grab your favorite people and party as you raise funds for a great cause! A portion of the proceeds benefit the Queen City Aggies and NCCU Eagles Alumni chapters.
Where: 300 North College Street
Time: 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Rapper Jay Critch will be coming to Charlotte on his Talk Money tour and performing songs from his latest mixtape, Talk Money Tape 3.
Where: 820 Hamilton Street
Time: 8:00 PM
Put on your favorite Fall-weather blends, rock your favorite A&T or NCCU apparel and come out and enjoy a cocktail social hour with a tailgate feel.
Where: 1501 South Mint Street
Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 2 – Monday, Sept. 5
Aggie-Eagle Classic Weekend Party Pass
Save some cash and grab a party pass to access multiple events during the Aggie-Eagle Classic. There are two types of passes that give you access to different things.
Where: TBD
Time: TBD (For more information, click the event link)
Saturday, Sept 3.
Let live music by Deans’ Duets enchant you while savoring a refreshing mimosa and globally inspired meal at Mico Restaurant.
Where: 201 West Trade Street
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Treat yourself to a night of relaxation from smooth drinks to a relieving foot bath. Games, food, door prizes and more will be apart of this night.
Where: 192 Church Street North Suite C
Time: 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM
Cap your game night off by turning up with rapper 2Chainz, who will make an appearance.
Where: 900 North Carolina Music Factory Boulevard
Time: 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM
Around the Town
Thursday, Sept. 1
Grammy-award winning singer PJ Morton will be performing in Charlotte alongside DJ Aerie Spins. If you are a fan of Morton, you will love this!
Where: 430 South Tryon Street
Time: 8:00 PM
Thursday General Knowledge Trivia
Test your expertise and stimulate your brain with a fun night of trivia at Armored Cow Brewery.
Where: 8821 JW Clay Boulevard
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Meet up with other young professionals for this networking mixer. Ticket admission includes two drinks.
Where: 301 Camp Road, Suite 106
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Sol Fusion’s front line vocalists cover it all, from the Chicks to Gladys Knight to Lady Gaga, and from Chris Stapleton to Earth, Wind and Fire to Bruno Mars. Bring your dancing shoes!
Where: 300 South Brevard Street
Time: 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Friday, Sept. 2
Acid-jazz group Incognito has placed 15 singles on the U.K. pop chart; contemporary jazz vocalist has earned many honors, including the Soul Train Award. Catch them both and enjoy a night of music equal parts soothing and funky.
Where: 430 South Tryon Street
Time: 8:00 PM
Tap your feet to the lively sounds of the Afro-Cuban musical stylings of jazz artist Pedrito Martinez.
Where: 345 North College Street
Time: 8:15 PM
Thursday, Sept. 1 – Saturday, Sept. 3
Toni Stone: An original play by Lydia R. Diamond
Toni Stone was the first African American woman to play baseball in the Negro leagues. Check out this rendition of her life and career.
Where: 1545 West Trade Street
Time: 8:00 PM
Enjoy an evening of jazz from some of the best musicians the region has to offer.
Where: 130 North Tryon Street
Time: 6:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 2 – Sunday, Sept. 4
From the beginning of August through September, the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art will offer free admission they prepare their new exhibition, located on the fourth floor.
Where: 420 South Tryon Street
Time: Mon., Wed.-Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Take a deep dive into the darkest parts of the ocean as science reveals a whole new world of life.
Where: 301 North Tryon Street
Time: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday, Sept. 3
No need to put up or take down a tailgate party in this heat. Head over to the Charlotte Beer Garden and get pumped up for the game.
Where: 1300 South Tryon Street
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Crownin QC’s Best Black Food Truck
Try some delicious grub from one of the food trucks and vote your favorite cook in this head-to-head competition. The first taste test will be on Friday, August 12 but the final battle will be on September 3.
Where: TBD
Time: 3:00 PM
Tailgate Takeover
Grab your lawn chairs, coolers and enjoy some great food. There will be rivalry fun, on-site vendors and games! This event will definitely be the kickoff to Homecoming.
Where: 206 South Graham Street
Time: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Shop for some of dope vintage pieces, rare and common, and connect with some of the vendors so you can be plugged in to everything vintage.
Where: 2500 East Independence Boulevard
Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, Sept. 4
Enjoy a delicious brunch meal while making a change. Proceeds from this brunch will benefit the National Alumni Scholarship Fund for NCCU.
Where: 230 North College Street
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
All art has lived twice; Once through the physical and once through its impact. Pay homage to the true nature of art while enjoying a smooth drink.
Where: 1824 Statesville Avenue, Suite 105
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Good Eats and Good Drinks
Friday, Sept. 2
Chow down on some food from Charlotte’s top food truck chefs.
Where: 1600 West Trade Street
Time: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Saturday, Sept. 3
All you can eat blue crabs, music and family. It’s the perfect way to kickoff gametime.
Where: 6220 Park Road
Time: 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM
Move and groove with your taste buds as you savor foods and flavors on a southern soul food-inspired Karaoke Food Tour.
Where: 300 Camp Road
Time: 12:00 PM
Soul Miner’s Garden Food Truck at Noda
An all vegan food truck offering a variety of flavors for the Queen City and sourcing as many fresh and local ingredients as possible.
Where: 2921 North Tryon Street
Time: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sunday, Sept. 4
Enjoy a delicious brunch and a mimosa or a bloody Mary as you close out the Duke Mayo Classic weekend.
Where: 311 East 5th Street
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Delight in a buffet style brunch (with a full menu) and party later.. or just go for the food.. or the party. Your choice.
Where: 222 South Church Street
Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Brunch), 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Day Party)
Free Events
Friday, Sept. 2
Walking Tours at Camp North End
Coming to Charlotte for the weekend? Join Camp North End’s team as they guide a 30 minute tour around Camp North End’s 76-acre historic site. You’ll receive the chance to tour inside some of the buildings around the site including a former Model T factory.
Where: 1824 Statesville Avenue
Time: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Enjoy a DJ set on Keswick Ave. featuring some of today’s modern hits and artists.
Where: 1801 North Graham Street
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, Sept. 3
Pedrito Martinez will be hosting a music workshop for middle and high school students. This session invites all types of instruments and all levels of musicians.
Where: 155 North College Street
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Travel back to the glory days and soothe your soul with some old school jams.
Where: 2525 North Graham Street
Time: 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Get those steps in and hike this this 4.3-mile loop trail near Charlotte. After, enjoy a plate or a cocktail at the Old Mecklenburg Brewery.
Where: 1536 West Tyvola Road
Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Sunday, Sept. 4
Get a behind the scenes tour of the North End cellar and brewhouse.
Where: 2921 North Tryon Street
Time: 3:00 PM
