Things To Do
The Spa At Ballantyne
My favorite spa in Charlotte! Located in the Ballantyne Hotel, this spa offers a complete mind-body wellness experience through therapeutic massage therapy, rejuvenating facials, and signature body treatments in a tranquil, resort-style setting. Additional amenities include a sauna, steam room, relaxation room, and hot tub. We recommend booking spa services at least 45 days in advance, as this popular spa tends to fill up quickly.
Ballantyne Hotel Pools with Poolside Bar
The outdoor pool is a great daytime option before the wedding events begin! Indoor Pool (Heated): 6 am - Midnight daily Two Indoor Whirlpools: 6 am - Midnight daily Outdoor Pool 8 am-8 pm daily Outdoor Pool bar: 10 am – 6 pm daily Lunch Service: 11 am – 3 pm daily Cabana rentals - additional cost.
The Bowl at Ballantyne
Located just a 3-minute walk from the hotel, The Bowl is a lively space with restaurants, bars, and frequent live music. It is perfect for a casual meal, drinks, or a relaxed night out before or after wedding events, including: *Postino (All-day wine cafe with shareable boards, sandwiches, salads) *Copain Bakery (Charming French-inspired bakery for a relaxed morning stop) *Fly Kid Fly Coffee (Local coffee shop) *The Salty Donut (Artisan donut shop). *Bossy Beulah’s Chicken Shack (Casual spot serving Southern fried chicken and biscuits) *Flower Child (Fresh, health-focused spot offering salads and plant-forward dishes) *Honeysuckle Gelato (Small-batch gelato and sorbet) *PopUp Bagels (New York-style bagels) *Drybar (Professional hair salon)
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
Olde Meck (OMB) is a Charlotte classic. It offers a lively community atmosphere with a seasonally inspired, carefully crafted menu featuring popular German fare and traditional American options. Enjoy OMB's one-acre, tree-canopied biergarten, perfect for relaxing with friends and family
Dunbar Social By Topgolf
Dunbar Social by Topgolf® Swing Suite blends classic modern design with an energetic, social atmosphere-perfect for both casual outings and memorable group experiences. Where luxury meets golf and game entertainment. Featuring five high-tech simulator bays, each accommodating up to 8 players, 10 guests.
Stream Park
Stream Park is open from dawn to dusk, featuring a covered pavilion, interactive playground, greenway connection and water features, including a natural stream and pond surrounded by dedicated seating, hammocks and an event lawn. The six-acre park is located behind The Ballantyne Hotel. Public restroom facilities for The Bowl at Ballantyne™ are available at The Amp.
Ballantyne Greenway
As part of Ballantyne Reimagined, visitors can access the Ballantyne® campus from the Lower McAlpine Creek, McMullen Creek and Four Mile Creek Greenways from dawn to dusk. The Northwood Office and Mecklenburg County joint project links the Lower McAlpine Greenway to Ballantyne Corporate Place. This connection enhances accessibility to The Bowl at Ballantyne, The Amp Ballantyne, Stream Park and more than 20 miles of walking paths and bike lanes.