SWIRL takes you inside some of the best parties, galas and fundraisers in Charlotte. View more party pictures in the September issue of SouthPark Magazine.
St. Jude Celebrity Chef and Wine Dinner
benefiting St. Jude
The Revelry North End
May 31
This festive evening of dining, dancing and cocktails raised more than $1.5 million to support St. Jude’s mission of children’s cancer care and research.
24 Hours of Booty
benefiting 24 Foundation
The Booty Loop
July 25
For 24 hours, cyclists converge in Myers Park to ride for friends and loved ones who have battled cancer. This summer marks 24 years for the beloved bike ride, which has raised more than $29 million since it began.
2025 CLT Memorial Event Honoring Chuck Reiney
benefiting Ace the Stigma
Olde Providence Racquet Club
June 26-29
This weekend of great tennis and events was held in memory of OPRC’s past president who died by suicide. Ace the Stigma, a nonprofit established by Reiney’s family, supports local agencies providing mental-health services.
EQUALibrium Awards
presented by WFAE
The Revelry at North End
June 5
Notable Charlotteans and groups were recognized for fostering equity in the Queen City. Winners included: Michael Smith, Francisco Alvarado, Dorothy Counts-Scoggins and Mary Engel.
View more parties inside the latest issue of SouthPark Magazine. Find us here at south Charlotte retailers or view the current issue.
Photos by Daniel Coston




