Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | April 29-May 5

Editor’s note: CharlotteFive has limited coverage of in-person, indoor events to help prevent community spread of COVID-19. Masks are required at many Charlotte venues for indoor spaces or close settings.

Friday

Join Charlotte City Walks for its “Coffee + Donuts: South End Edition” tour to enjoy samples and discover your new favorite spot for a caffeine boost or sweet treat. The tour will meet at 10 a.m. at the Confetti Hearts Wall Mural in South End (alley of Design Center of the Carolinas). Stops include Pepperbox Doughnuts, Krispy Kreme, Not Just Coffee and Bitty & Beau’s. Can’t make this walk? There are several other Charlotte City Walks happening all around Charlotte from now until May 8. View the full schedule. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Registration required. 1930 Camden Road. https://bit.ly/37Knlm9

For live music, outdoor activities, competitions, exhibitions and more, head to Tuck Fest, the U.S. National Whitewater Center’s annual festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle from April 29-May 1. Free, but parking is $6. U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy. https://bit.ly/39eLkdL

Saturday

Stroll through The SOUL Expo. The inaugural event will bring together members of Charlotte’s wellness community to share tools and offer goods for sale. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $35 or at the door for $45. Central Piedmont Community College’s Harris Conference Center, 3216 CPCC Harris Campus Drive. https://bit.ly/3JNmu29

Looking for a fun night out without the alcohol? Check out Sans Bar at The Giddy Goat in Plaza Midwood. Local alcohol-free social community, Counterculture Club and local podcast Champagne Problems are teaming up with Austin-based Sans Bar, one of the first alcohol-free bars in the country, and Amethyst NA Spirits to host an alcohol-free pop-up bar with unlimited nonalcoholic craft cocktails, light bites, giveaways and more. General admission tickets are $50. VIP tickets are $75 and include a limited edition tour T-shirt, swag bag and early entrance for a meet and greet with brand reps, influencers and Sans Bar founder Chris Marshall. Purchase tickets online. The Giddy Goat, 1217 The Plaza. https://bit.ly/3xQNyKH

Learn how to improve your romantic relationships at an interactive workshop, Date Me…I’m Amazing, hosted by Paul and Kelly Marks. During the workshop, the Markses will use improv and neuroscience-based exercises to show attendees how they can enhance their listening and conversational skills to become a better date and partner. Tickets are $20, purchased in advance via Eventbrite. 4-6 p.m. 10130 Mallard Creek Road, Suite 300. https://bit.ly/3vB9yq2

Experience staged readings of original plays from the semi-finalists of the 2022 Playwrights Festival, a collaboration between The Matthews Playhouse and the African American Playwrights Group. Free. Reserve seats in advance. 2 p.m., The Matthews Playhouse. 100 W McDowell St., Matthews. https://bit.ly/3Lgsm4x

Sunday

Check out the Hello Huntersville Music & Arts Festival in downtown Huntersville, highlighting local/regional artists and musicians. You can even explore your own artistic side by participating in creating a community mural. Free. 2-6 p.m. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Road. https://bit.ly/394zqD1

Monday

Take your yoga practice to Truist Field for Bend It at the Ballpark, a free yoga class to benefit Charlotte Knights Charities. The first 500 attendees will receive a free yoga mat, courtesy of Atrium Health, and all attendees will receive two free tickets to an upcoming Charlotte Knights game. Free with a suggested $20 donation. Registration required. Gates open and check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. Yoga at 7 p.m. Truist Field, 324 South Mint St. https://bit.ly/38vm6ao

Tuesday

Attend the third annual Crave Charlotte Food and Wine Festival, showcasing the work of the city’s chefs, mixologists and winemakers. The festival will run from May 3-8 and includes a new feature this year — a Grand Culinary Celebration at Romare Bearden Park on May 7. Ticket prices and locations vary by event. https://bit.ly/3v7Eorf

Wednesday

As part of Bike Charlotte 2022, a citywide celebration of all things cycling, head to Advent Coworking for a free bike check from The Charlotte Re-Cyclery. Adjustments, quick tunes and flat fixes are free. In addition to a free tune-up, all participants will receive a free day pass to use at Advent Coworking in May. Bike Charlotte events will continue through May 8 and include organized rides, skills clinics, mountain bike rides, bike bingo and more. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 933 Louise Ave., Suite 101. https://bit.ly/3EJ09AU

Thursday

Head to Metropolitan to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with live music, food trucks, face painting and more. 5-9 p.m. Free admission and parking. 1111 Metropolitan Ave. https://bit.ly/38jdX9g

Camp North End and NoDa Company Canteen, in collaboration with Carlotan Talents, will host their second annual Cinco De Mayo party in the Boileryard with live music, DJ, dancing and food. 5-9 p.m. Free. Camp North End, 300 Camp Road. https://bit.ly/3Kg11ht

Mark your calendar

Calling all sweets lovers! Dessert Wars, a (delicious) competition between more than 50 local vendors vying to be voted as your favorite dessert, is coming. Ticket holders will sample some of Charlotte’s best cookies, cakes, doughnuts, ice cream and other treats, then vote for their favorite dessert.General admission is $45 + fees and tax and include 30 tickets for dessert samples, a “go-box” and 4 p.m. event entry. VIP tickets are $65 + fees and tax include 50 sample tickets, a “go-box” and 3 p.m. event entry. Children 2 and under are free. Purchase online, as there are no tickets at the door. Park Expo Center, 2500 E. Independence Blvd. https://bit.ly/38nROGw

Map out your selections for Untappd. The June 18 festival features unlimited beer samples from more than 300 choices provided by 100 of the social networking platform’s highest rated breweries — including some of your local favorites. Live music and souvenir cups are included. Session one VIP entry starts at 11 a.m., with doors open for general admission at noon and closing at 3:30 p.m. Session two VIP entry starts at 5:30 p.m., with general admission starting at 6:30 p.m., and wrapping up for the night at 10 p.m. General admission is $60, while VIP entry is $150. American Legion Memorial Stadium, 1218-1238 Armory Drive. https://bit.ly/354E16K

Tickets are on sale now for the inaugural Queen City Jam Sessions, a multi-day music festival from Aug. 19-21, presented by MaxxMusic and NoDa Brewing Company. See Greensky Bluegrass, Oteil and Friends, and Infamous Stringdusters and more at NoDa Brewing. A general admission three-day pass is $189. VIP passes are $299 and include express entrance, premier seating, two beers per day and private bar access. Admission is free for children under 7. Purchase tickets online. NoDa Brewing Company, 2921 N. Tryon St. https://bit.ly/3ENznYk