Charlotte is home to numerous race fans and the Food Lion Speed Street Festival has attracted thousands of these enthusiasts from not only North Carolina but also from states across the country. Celebrating its 14th year, the family-oriented event will take place on the 22nd through the 24th of May in Uptown Charlotte. Commemorating motor sports, Speed Street offers guest appearances by top Sprint Cup and NASCAR drivers, along with motor sport exhibits like race cars and burn out bikes to name a few. Speed Street is scheduled to entertain guests with artists like Kellie Pickler, Jagged Edge and Tara Allison on three different stages located across Uptown Charlotte. Admission is free. Whether you are a hard encore race addict or just simply looking for something to do over the weekend, the Food Lion Speed Street Festival is a great event to let loose, immerse yourself in the racing world, indulge in a mouth-watering hot dog and enjoy a refreshing cold beer.
By: Nishani Premaratne