Events

Cruise In - Downtown Monroe

Every 2nd Friday, 6PM to....come share some time with family, friends and cars, cars, cars in Historic Downtown Monroe. Hosted by the City of Monroe, Parks and Recreation. Downtown Monroe will bling with chrome and sparkle with the finest paint jobs around during the monthly Car Cruise-Ins. It’s the perfect Friday night event where the entire family crowd the streets of Downtown checking out cool cars and chatting with other car enthusiasts. The 2024 season of the Downtown Monroe Cruise-In kicks off April 12th, and will be held 2nd Fridays, April - October. The event will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Main Street and is open to all cars.
Share some time with family, friends and cars, cars, cars in Historic Downtown Monroe, NC.
Food available via Restaurants. Bars open during Car Cruise In. Porta Jons are available. Handicap Accessibility. No smoking.
Come Early to get a good spot!

When: October 11, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: Downtown, Monroe NC
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FALL FESTIVAL

The annual Fall Festival is the first big school-wide event of the year. Admission is FREE for all Western Union families! Come join us for games, activities, prizes, candy and concessions!
Keeping admission free is our priority! Keep an eye out for the Sign Up Genius to contribute prizes and other donations!

When: October 11, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: Western Union Elementary School
4111 Western Union School Rd, Waxhaw, NC
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Live Music

7pm-10pm Rust Buckett

When: October 11, 2024 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Where: 301 Bay Street, Monroe, NC, 28112, US
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Annual Halloween Happenings

Join the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department for its Annual Halloween Happenings event in Downtown Monroe on Saturday, October 19 from 2-6 p.m.

Enjoy activities, games and crafts, a costume contest, inflatables, face painting, stilt walkers, prizes, candy, and more!

When: October 19, 2024 2:00PM - 6:00PM
Where: Downtown Monroe, NC
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The Carolina Beat Reception & Auction

Join us for a memorable evening at Presson Gallery as we host "The Carolina Beat" Exhibition Reception and Charity Auction, a special event dedicated to benefiting Alzheimer's research. This event features renowned artist Lambeth Marshall, who will showcase 20 of her most vibrant and thought-provoking abstract paintings. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Lambeth's art up close, enjoy a live demonstration, and bid on exclusive pieces—all while supporting a vital cause.

Click the link for more information:
https://www.pressonartgallery.com/our-events/the-carolina-beat-exhibition-reception-silent-auction

When: October 19, 2024 4:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: Presson Gallery
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Spooktacular

Trunk or treat, pumpkins and activities! Come dressed in your best costume!

Sponsored by: https://pleasantplainsdental.com/

When: October 25, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Where: Chestnut Square Park
320 Chestnut Pkwy, Indian Trail, NC 28079
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Line in the Vines

$5 Cover Charge
7pm-9pm Dance instruction
5pm-10pm Kate Clydes Food Truck

When: October 25, 2024 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Where: Treehouse Vineyards
301 Bay St, Monroe, NC 28112
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Trunk or Treat

Join us at Wingate Community Park for Trunk or Treat on October 26th from 4:00 to 6:00. There will be free hay rides and lots of candy.

When: October 26, 2024 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Where: Wingate Community Park
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Warbirds Over Monroe Airshow

In 2005 Warriors & Warbirds started as a dream of several local pilots. With help from the City of Monroe, the Veterans Council of Union County, local businesses, and the hard work of volunteers, the Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show has grown into one of the area’s largest aviation events honoring those who have served.

When: November 9, 2024 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Where: 3900 Paul J Helms Dr., Monroe, NC 28110
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2024 Annual Awards Gala

The most anticipated event of the year, the Chamber's Annual Awards Gala includes networking with business and community leaders as well as dinner. During this celebratory event, the Chamber will recognize members who have volunteered throughout the year, present its annual Excellence in Business Awards, and present its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.

When: December 5, 2024 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Where: Union County Agricultural Center, 3230 Presson Road, Monroe
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