Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival 2026

Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-04:00

South End Station Parking Lot | Charlotte

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Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival 2026
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Celebrate with bites of melty, cheesy goodness paired with delicious drinks from Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bars.
About this Event

Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival

Enjoy a fun twist on America's Favorite Sandwich with an incredible lineup of melty, cheesy goodness paired with delicious drinks from 2 Craft Breweries, a Tito's Bar, Bloody Mary Garden, and Mimosa Bar.

There will also be live music, fun activities, and some awesome vendors to keep you entertained all day.

Grab a friend, or 10, and come party with us this spring while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event benefit AltruSpirit, a Charlotte non-profit that will provide athletic programming for at-risk/financially disadvantaged youth in our area.

Make sure to get your tickets early. THIS WAS A SELL-OUT EVENT IN 2023, 2024, & 2025!



WHAT YOU GET:

GENERAL ADMISSION:

  • Unlimited Grilled Cheese Samples (1pm-4pm)
  • 2 Beverage Tickets
  • Live Music
  • Fun Games and Activities
  • Raffle Ticket

VIP ADMISSION:

  • An Extra Hour of Grilled Cheese Sampling (Early Entry at 12pm)
  • 5 Beverage Tickets
  • Live Music
  • Fun Games and Activities
  • Raffle Ticket(s)

Additional beverages tickets will be available for purchase. Beverages include: beer, wine, mimosas, cocktails, and nonalcoholic options. We will also have two local breweries pouring craft beer.

Children are permitted to attend the event but must have a ticket if over the age of 2.



GET YOUR TASTE BUDS READY!

We will be serving 18 yummy grilled cheese sandwiches at this year's festival. 2026 Menu TBA!


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*Menu items and vendors are subject to change. If you are interesting in participating as a restaurant, vendor, or sponsor, please email [email protected] for more information.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

South End Station Parking Lot, 1435 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States

Tickets

USD 57.06 to USD 73.95

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