Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium — plus everything to eat, drink, and do in Charlotte for a perfect sports weekend.
Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium sits in the heart of Uptown — one of the most walkable stadium locations in the NFL. Walk out the gates and you're in restaurants and bars in under 5 minutes. Charlotte itself has grown into one of the most vibrant cities in the Southeast, with a food and nightlife scene that has caught up to its population growth.
Use GamePlan to build a Charlotte sports weekend. The light rail connects South End's brewery district directly to the stadium, making it one of the most enjoyable pregame experiences in the NFL.
Bank of America Stadium opened in 1996 and is one of the few NFL stadiums in a true urban downtown core. An ongoing renovation continues to upgrade the facility. The Roaring Riot — the Panthers' independent fan group — significantly elevates the atmosphere.
You cannot leave Charlotte without eating these.
The definitive Charlotte game-day hotel. Walking distance to the stadium and surrounded by Uptown dining.
Best for: Multi-event trips, groupsStylish option in the heart of Uptown. Excellent restaurant, sophisticated bar.
Best for: Couples, design-focused travelersThe most centrally located major hotel. Easy walk to the stadium, light rail access.
Best for: Business travelers, groupsCharlotte's most beloved craft brewery with a massive outdoor biergarten. The go-to pregame destination for Panthers fans who take their beer seriously.
Must order: Any seasonal craft beer, pretzelAnother excellent South End brewery with consistently great beers. Pairs well with a short walk to Sycamore.
Must order: Whatever's on draft, ask the bartenderThe most reliable game-day sports bar directly adjacent to the stadium. Multiple screens, full bar.
Must order: Wings, local beer on draftOne of the best restaurants in the Carolinas. James Beard-nominated. Worth the drive for the bread service alone. Book weeks ahead.
Order: The bread service, whatever the chef is featuringCharlotte's best food hall. Multiple chef-driven concepts under one roof. Perfect for groups with different tastes.
Order: One of everything from different vendorsCharlotte's most romantic restaurant in a converted Craftsman bungalow. European-influenced menu with legendary wine list.
Order: Five-course tasting menuUnlike many NFL venues, Bank of America Stadium is genuinely in the urban core. Walk to dozens of restaurants and bars from every gate.
The Blue Line runs directly to the stadium from South End. Park in the brewery district, drink craft beer, take the train to the game.
Asheville is 2 hours west — one of the best food and beer cities in the country. A Saturday in Asheville + Sunday Panthers game is an excellent weekend.
The Panthers' independent fan group creates the best atmosphere in the stadium. Find them for the loudest section in the building.
Panthers games are generally accessible on the secondary market at reasonable prices except NFC South rivalry games.
Charlotte fall is beautiful — 65–80°F in September and October. Perfect outdoor conditions for walking Uptown before the game.
Use GamePlan to find the exact dates when your favorite teams all play in the same window — then book everything in one trip.
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