Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | June 17-23

Friday

For Pride month activities your dog can enjoy too, head to Skiptown for a weekend of Pride-themed events benefiting its nonprofit partner, Time Out Youth. The pet boarding service, bar and dog park will kick the festivities off with its first-ever drag show hosted by Patti O’Furniture. Other events this weekend include a “Pup-Up Market Adoption Event” and two “Most Prideful Pup” costume contests on Saturday. Free for Skiptown members; $15 for Skiptown Day Pass. Purchase on the Skiptown app. 222 Rampart St. https://bit.ly/3MMArOr

Meet up with a friend for lunch and coffee at 220C Banh Mi and Coffee to experience the flavors of Vietnam. The restaurant bakes its French-style bread for banh mi sandwiches daily, along with other savory and sweet treats. 10020 Monroe Road. https://bit.ly/3b4gTYM

Saturday

Grab your picnic blankets and chairs and take the whole family out for an outdoor screening of Moana, with live music, children’s activities, local takeout and more at Wilmore Centennial Park. Free. Register online. Music and activities begin at 5-9 p.m. Wilmore Centennial Park, 205 West Kingston Ave. https://bit.ly/3xHWnps

Enjoy unlimited samples of more than 300 craft beers from 100 top-rated breweries, live music and more at Untappd Beer Festival. 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

Learn about immigrants’ experiences and impact on the American spirit through the works and stories of seven immigrant artists at The Brooklyn Collective’s opening of its new exhibit, titled “Resilience.” 6 p.m. Free. 229 S. Brevard St. https://bit.ly/3Hvd62D

Sunday

Celebrate Juneteenth with a live performance from Quentin Talley and The Soul Providers as well as a hands-on art workshop and community conversation on what freedom means today at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture’s Junteenth Celebration: Elements of Freedom. 12:30-5 p.m. Free. 551 S. Tryon St. https://bit.ly/3HnxC57

Note: You can find even more Juneteenth events at CharlotteFive.com.

For Father’s Day, take dad to The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery for brunch including Bison breakfast Sliders, Buttermilk fried chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and more, as well as live music, golf games and a chipping contest from 2-3 p.m. with prizes, and of course, a wide selection of craft beers. Free entry. Brunch: $27.95 per person; $10.95 for kids 10 and under. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten, 4150 Yancey Road. https://bit.ly/3tYiZA3

Monday

Join Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark for a wine pairing dinner that will transport your taste buds to Spain. The meal will feature a selection of Spanish wines to accompany five courses including Spanish tapas, BBQ crab-stuffed mofongo, roasted pork shoulder and more. 6:30 p.m. Tickets include dinner and wine pairings with each course. $130 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Email marc1@dilworthtr.com to reserve your spot. 4905 Ashley Park Lane, Suite. J. https://www.dilworthtr.com/southpark

Skip the cooking and grab a burger for dinner. Check out our interactive burger guide, which allows you to search by location and cuisine type to find the best burger near you. https://bit.ly/3ObhENO

Tuesday

Learn how to play Pickleball so you can challenge your friends to a weekend game. https://bit.ly/3QjyT1l

Wednesday

Discover new comedians and help them achieve at “Night of 1,000 Laughs,” a fast-paced comedy show hosted by Don Garrett. This month’s comedians include Jimmy Briggs, Kaleigh Cutright, JBliss, Kim Harrison, Julio Hennessey, Johnny Millwater and L.A. Redd. 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the door, $25 season pass. Purchase tickets online. The Comedy Zone Charlotte, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd., B3. https://bit.ly/3QiA5BZ

Support your favorite ice cream shop in Charlotte by nominating it for our readers’ choice poll. https://bit.ly/3xPqpaQ

Thursday

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Charlotte comic book convention HeroesCon at its kickoff party with CLTure and Jack the Radio at the new Super Abari Game Bar. While you’re there, catch live music from local and regional acts including Jack the Radio, Ancient Cities, Sonny Miles, Erick Lottary, Shame Gang, Modern Moxie and Nia J. 4 p.m.-1 a.m. $10. Purchase tickets online. 1015 Seigle Ave. https://bit.ly/3QlNTLZ

If you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway, consider planning a trip to Greensboro. Book this Airbnb guest cottage designed by an HGTV host and hit a museum or two. Then grab lunch at one of the city’s local restaurants, such as Scrambled Southern Diner, which serves all-day breakfast and lunch, or Bandito Bodega, Greensboro’s favorite food truck, with a menu that features everything from outside-of-the-box burritos to kimchi fried rice and katsu curry. End the day at with a beer and a wide variety of classic and modern arcade games at one of the city’s best bars, Boxcar Bar and Arcade. https://bit.ly/3mOOGaY

Mark your calendar

Join the crowd at Celebrate America to hear patriotic music from the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and see fireworks for the whole family at Truist Field. June 22, 8:30 p.m. 324 S. Mint St. Tickets start at $25+. https://bit.ly/3QmJlVJ

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