Things to Do in Charlotte, NC: Top Attractions & Events
City
Charlotte is a perfect blend of Southern charm and sophistication, with dynamic arts, cultural and culinary scene. Settled in 1755 and incorporated 1768, Charlotte NC was founded by European settlers and named after Queen Charlotte who was the wife of King George III of the United Kingdom (had 15 children together). Queen City reigns over a 300 sq.mile (482 sq. km) of neighborhoods and is the 15th-most populous city in the US with residents called "Charlotteans".
Charlotte's sports teams include NFL's Carolina Panthers and NBA's Charlotte Hornets. It is also home for NASCAR. During the Revolutionary War this area was called “a hornets’ nest of rebellion by a British General. Downtown is called Uptown and region is a prominent hub for banking and finance. Humid subtropical climate, characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers.