The Plaza Midwood neighborhood is celebrating springtime with Midwood Maynia.
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This popular annual festival takes place Saturday, May 18, 2024. It features live music, food, beer from a local brewery, local artisans, a pet parade, fun kids’ activities and more.
The day starts with the pet parade, and then continues in Midwood Park until the evening.
The two locations you need to know about are:
- The Vine United Methodist Church (where the pet parade starts): 2101 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte
- Midwood Park (where the party happens): 2100 Wilhelmina Avenue, Charlotte
The event is free and open to all.
Parking is challenging in Plaza Midwood. If it’s possible to arrive on foot, bike, scooter, or ride-share, you should consider that.
Midwood Maynia Schedule
- 10:15 a.m.: Gather at the front lawn of The Vine for the pet blessing
- 10:30 a.m.: Pet parade from The Vine to Midwood Park
- 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.: Fun in the Park (yard games, photo area, food trucks, more)
Kidswood in the Park
Kid-friendly activities will be taking place in Midwood Park from 11:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- 11:15 a.m.: Storytime with the Plaza Midwood Library
- Chubby (Checkers Mascot) at 1:30 p.m.
- Bounce house and slides
- Face painting
- Balloon artist
Community Garden
- 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.: Children’s Stepping Stone Art Project
- 2 to 3 p.m.: Earth-friendly Gardening & Landscaping: Join neighborhood expert Don Boekelheide for ideas and tips
Food Trucks at Midwood Maynia
- Bush Craft BBQ
- Mariah’s Taco Spot
- King of Pops
Music Schedule at Midwood Maynia
- 12 noon: Ellie Morgan – Soulful Pop
- 1:30 pm: Mike Strauss Band – One of Midwood’s favorites; Americana/Folk
- 3:00 pm: Groove Masters – Jazz
- 4:30 pm: Cody Lane Band – Country
- 6:00 pm: Catching Venus – Femrock
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