Charlotte South African Braai 2026
Hello, friends! The braai is coming back in 2026! Mark your calendars for Saturday April 25th, at McDowell Pavilion. Come join us for a braai, chat or networking with fellow South Africans.
Join Charlotte's South African community for a spring bring-and-braai, note we will be returning to McDowell Pavilion (our second time at this location). Bring the whole family to celebrate South African culture, food and sports and get some free goodies from our great sponsors!
Date: April 25th (Two days before Freedom Day!)
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: McDowell Pavilion, in McDowell Nature Reserve, 15242 York Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Cost: FREE, this is a traditional bring 'n braai, so please bring some extras, see below for items we'd recommend bringing.
What to bring:
This is a typical South African Bring 'n Braai, so please bring some meat, sides and drinks. There will be sharing tables set up where you can share any food or other items you'd like to share!
The shelter has 2 medium sized braai areas, but feel free to a Weber or grill if you have the ability to transport it easily. Extra charcoal is always welcome.
See our FAQ page for more information.
This event promotes unity and tolerance amongst all races, religions, sexual orientations and political views; please respect each other and the facilities provided by the City of Charlotte. Please follow all park rules.
If you have any questions about this event, reach out to Dieter or Rachel via email.
If you want to volunteer to help make this event better for everyone, you can email for now and we will have a signup later.
Hello, friends! The braai is coming back in 2026! Mark your calendars for Saturday April 25th, at McDowell Pavilion. Come join us for a braai, chat or networking with fellow South Africans.
Join Charlotte's South African community for a spring bring-and-braai, note we will be returning to McDowell Pavilion (our second time at this location). Bring the whole family to celebrate South African culture, food and sports and get some free goodies from our great sponsors!
Date: April 25th (Two days before Freedom Day!)
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: McDowell Pavilion, in McDowell Nature Reserve, 15242 York Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Cost: FREE, this is a traditional bring 'n braai, so please bring some extras, see below for items we'd recommend bringing.
What to bring:
This is a typical South African Bring 'n Braai, so please bring some meat, sides and drinks. There will be sharing tables set up where you can share any food or other items you'd like to share!
The shelter has 2 medium sized braai areas, but feel free to a Weber or grill if you have the ability to transport it easily. Extra charcoal is always welcome.
See our FAQ page for more information.
This event promotes unity and tolerance amongst all races, religions, sexual orientations and political views; please respect each other and the facilities provided by the City of Charlotte. Please follow all park rules.
If you have any questions about this event, reach out to Dieter or Rachel via email.
If you want to volunteer to help make this event better for everyone, you can email for now and we will have a signup later.
