Stay for the festival

Hotels in Charlotte around 3 to 4 October 2026, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

Editor's tip. November weekends are cooler and far less crowded than the October opening.

Plan the days around it

Eat your way around Charlotte while you are in town

Carolina Renaissance Festival runs 3 to 4 October. These are the food tours and tastings in Charlotte to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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