Free entry
Public park
Romare Bearden Park
Public park of just over five acres with waterfalls, a large lawn and space for events held through the year.
300 S Church St · Uptown
Uptown · this weekend
Free in Uptown
3 local spots in Uptown. Several museums have free evenings during the week, too.
No free events listed in Uptown this weekend yet. These Uptown spots are good bets.
Free spots in Uptown
All of UptownFree entry
Contemporary art center
McColl Center
Artist residency and contemporary art space in a 30,000-square-foot Gothic Revival building that was once a church. Admission is free, with a $10 suggested donation.
721 N Tryon St · Uptown
Free entry
Farmers market
Uptown Farmers Market
Producer-only Saturday farmers market in the front parking lot of First Baptist Charlotte, with local produce, meats, baked goods, coffee and plants. The 2026 spring market runs Saturdays from April 11 through December 12, 8 AM to 12:30 PM.
300 S Davidson St · Uptown
FAQ
Where can I go for free in Uptown?
Romare Bearden Park (300 S Church St), McColl Center (721 N Tryon St), Uptown Farmers Market (300 S Davidson St).
What's on in Uptown this weekend?
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