Charlotte StrEATs Festival

Founded in 2022 by Kristen Wile and Casey Wilson, the Charlotte StrEATs Festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration of the city’s rich culinary identity. As one of the few women-owned and operated food festivals in the nation, it serves as a platform to promote and financially support local culinary talent while creating unforgettable experiences for event attendees.

Choose Your Experience

• General Admission: StrEATs Tasting Tour
  Enjoy bites from locally-owned restaurants from all around the city, engaging cooking demonstrations, handcrafted cocktails created by your favorite Charlotte mixologists, live music, and more!

• VIP Admission: StrEATs Tasting Tour
  Upgrade to VIP to receive 1-hour early entry at 11 a.m., the 2025 StrEATs Cookbook featuring recipes from participating restaurants, and a StrEATs goody bag.

Event Details

StrEATs Tasting Tour*
April 12, 2025 | 12–3 p.m. (11 a.m. VIP entry)
Gateway Village (900 West Trade St.)

The Charlotte StrEATs Experience

The highly anticipated Charlotte StrEATs Festival is back for another year, ready to celebrate the vibrant culinary landscape of the Queen City! Returning as part of Charlotte SHOUT!, the festival features three events each showing off a different element of our culinary scene. Uncorked: Wine & Regional Cuisines

Tasting Tour: Restaurants, Chefs & Mixologists 

Festival: Food and Beverage Artisans. 

The multi-day festival has become a haven for food and beverage enthusiasts and shows off  Charlotte as a culinary destination. 

Good to Know

• Attire: Dress in Spring Chic for the Tasting Tour to complement the festival's lively ambiance.
• Age Requirement: Must be 21+ to attend, and to consume alcohol.
• Accessibility: The event is wheelchair accessible, ensuring an inclusive experience for all attendees.