Mecklenburg 250: Charlotte History Festival
- Trail of History
- Mar 27
- 2 min read
Updated: May 3
Free Charlotte History Festival Featuring Local Artists, Live Music, Food & Beverages
The Trail of History and Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation invite you to an exciting community celebration—the Mecklenburg 250 Festival—as we honor the 250th anniversary of Captain Jack’s legendary ride to Philadelphia
Saturday, May 10, 2025: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Elizabeth Park
101 N Kings Drive
A Celebration of History and Community
The Mecklenburg 250 Festival brings together history, culture, and community in an engaging and interactive way. Attendees will enjoy:
Live history programming & educational exhibits that highlight Mecklenburg’s rich past
Live music & talented artists showcasing local creativity
Meck Dec 250 memorabilia for sale
Community outreach organizations dedicated to making a difference
Delicious food & beverages from local vendors
In partnership with the Trail of History, this festival will feature history programming and education by local partners, community outreach organizations, and more:
Festival Participants
Performers & Demonstrations
Music by Tom Eure & Amelia Osborne & Lazy Old String Band
Historic Woodworking Demonstration
Living History Demonstrations by Revolutionary War Reenactors
Historic Games for Children
18th Century Crafts
Food and Beverage
LuLu's Hot Dog Stand & Italian Ice
Getting there:
Free Parking
Gold Line Streetcar
The streetcar is free and operates all day on Saturday, stopping at N Kings and Elizabeth - directly across from Elizabeth Park. Click here to see all stops & the schedule.
Bus
Click here for CATS bus schedule
