Recreation
Charlotte /Mecklenburg has over 200 Parks.
Trail Running and Mountain Biking are popular in the area.
There is Zip Lining, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, and more, along with an outdoor concert series every summer at the U.S. National White Water Center.
Would you rather watch other people play sports? We are home to the Carolina Panthers NFL team, the Charlotte Hornets NBA team came back to us in a new arena, the Charlotte Knights AAA baseball team moved Uptown in a stunning stadium. Maybe you’d rather catch the energy of a Major League Lacrosse game with the Charlotte Hounds or check out the excitement of the Women’s Flat Track Charlotte Roller Girls.
Hungry?
Food Truck Friday in historic South End features the newest twist on your favorite food.
South Park Eats Alternative is a great lunch option every Wednesday in the burgeoning South Park area.
The annual Taste of Charlotte street festival in Uptown Charlotte features local eateries.
Charlotte Restaurant Week is a fun way to experience some of the finest restaurants in the area with an affordable prix fixe menu.
Find more local eateries by exploring the Charlotte food tag.
Moving Resources
Electricity Duke Energy 800-777-9898
Water City of Charlotte 704-336-7600
Gas Piedmont Natural Gas 704-525-3882
Trash and Recycling Charlotte Department of Sanitation 704-336-2673
Bulk Trash pick up and other Charlotte City Services Dial 311 from any phone in Mecklenburg County or 704-336-7600 from outside the county.
Phone AT&T 704-780-2355
Cable Spectrum 1-855-243-8892 for new service or for customer support 1-800-892-4357
Satellite Dish 855-434-7825
Internet Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, Windstream are popular. And Google Fiber is here!
Change your address with USPS
Change your pet’s address with a new tag
Update your driver’s license and more at the DMV
We have a very strong Public School system. Learn more about our schools at the State level.
We also have over 70 Private Schools to consider if you are moving to Charlotte.
Learn more about our great state at NC.gov