Charlotte Weekender: 29 things to do this weekend, including cultural festivals and local markets.

A roundup lists 29 events around Charlotte this weekend, from Empanada Fest and Panda Fest to neighborhood markets, concerts and family activities.

Charlotte's weekend calendar lists 29 local events across neighborhoods. The schedule includes cultural festivals, outdoor markets, concerts, and family-friendly activities. Several festivals such as Empanada Fest and Panda Fest run through the weekend while markets and pop-ups appear in multiple venues. The roundup includes both ticketed performances and free community gatherings. This weekend's highlights: - Empanada Fest at Camp North End celebrates Latin American culture with food and live music and is scheduled for Saturday at 12pm; entry is free. - Panda Fest in Concord features Asian cuisine, vendors and performances and runs through Sunday with varying prices. - The Carolina BBQ Festival at Victoria Yards runs through Saturday with multiple food vendors. - Multiple local markets and pop-ups are scheduled, including Burial Brewing Co.'s market, a Room Service pop-up at Camp North End, and a women-led market across Suffolk Punch and Triple C; many of these are free. - Live performances include the Midnight Marathon fundraiser at Carolina Theatre and concerts and comedy shows at several venues across the city. - Community and themed events include a volunteer cleanup at the New Bern light rail station, a Spring Cherry Blossom afternoon tea, trivia nights, and brewery screenings. Summary: The weekend presents a mix of cultural festivals, neighborhood markets and performing-arts events across Charlotte, with many activities taking place through Saturday and Sunday. Some events are free while others require tickets. More upcoming events are listed on the Event Board.