Charlotte, NC with a population of 28282 is a bustling city in the heart of North Carolina. With a population density of 0 people per square mile, Charlotte features many different local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events. Businesses such as Craft Growler Shop & Tasting Room, Dilworth Neighborhood Grille and The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery offer locals and visitors alike an exciting nightlife experience. Charlotte also offers plenty of outdoor activities from hiking at Freedom Park to swimming at Latta Plantation Park and multiple other nearby parks. Organizations like Taste of Pineville and Operation Sandwich provide meals for those in need while also providing volunteer opportunities for people to get involved in the community. Lastly, Charlotte hosts many local sporting events throughout the year which include the Charlotte Hornets NBA team, the NASCAR Cup Series at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, or college football games featuring the UNC Tar Heels or NC State Wolfpack.