Sun., May 26

U.S. National Whitewater Center  - General Charlotte Area

Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a challenging five- or eight-mile race through the USNWC trail system. The races will be followed by a Memorial Day celebration that includes entertainment, food, drink, fireworks and live music.

Sun., May 26, 6:30 p.m.

Charlotte Motor Speedway  - Concord/Kannapolis

Price: $10-$140 NASCAR's annual 600-mile racing event and patriotic salute to the U.S. armed forces. For more details, visit www.charlottemotorspeedway.com.

May 27-30, 7:15 p.m.

Charlotte Knights Stadium  - Fort Mill

Toledo Mud Hens vs. Charlotte Knights. For more information, visit www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t494.

Sat., June 1

NASCAR Hall of Fame  - General Charlotte Area

Price: Admission is $19.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors and military, and free for kids 12 and under. Don’t miss the red-carpet worthy, star-studded community celebration at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The “Lights. Camera. NASCAR.” Premiere Party is full of kid-friendly activities to celebrate the premiere of this special exhibit. Glitz and glamour await as you explore NASCAR’s legacy in Hollywood from the promotion of blockbusters like “Jurassic Park” to starring roles in smash hits like “Days of Thunder.” Artifacts are ready for their close-ups and include items like the Doc Hudson car from “Cars,” the Wonder Bread car from “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” and dozens of other artifacts straight from the set.

Sat., June 1

Riverbend Steam Station  - General Charlotte Area

N.C. Wildlife Federation's seven-mile paddle across a stretch of the Catawba River raises money for natural resource conservation. All participants and volunteers will receive a T-shirt, lunch and a special wildlife gift. There will also be prizes and giveaways. For more information or to register, visit www.ncwf.org/canoe.

Sat., June 1

Rural Hill  - Lake Norman

Price: $60-$80 The national obstacle race series offers a 3.08 mile-long course with challenges that test strength, strategic thinking and endurance through obstacles that range in difficulty levels. For more details, visit www.warriordash.com.

Sun., June 2, 6:15 p.m.

Be Yoga  - Dilworth

Price: $16 Drop in, or a class off your regular pass Enjoy our most popular class with Didgeridoo vibrations provided by Zach McNabb. The didgeridoo is an indigenous Australian instrument that is best known for its healing tones and deep vibrations. It’s a perfect addition to Deep Stretch, which is a relaxing class made up entirely of floor postures, suitable for all body types and experience levels. Investment: $16 Drop in, or a class off your regular pass

Fri., June 7, 6:30 p.m.

The Metropolitan  - Elizabeth

Price: $40 5K run/walk down the Little Sugar Greenway. Registration through June 5. A portion of the proceeds will go to help support Running Works. For more information, visit www.happyhourrush.com.

Mon., June 10, 9 a.m. and Tue., June 11

Ardrey Kell High School  - Ballantyne

Price: $149 Join Steve for 7 Hours of Instruction and Fun -Learn from and Interact with Steve Smith -A Limited Edition Steve Smith Football ProCamp T-Shirt -Exclusive Autographed Camp Team Photo with Steve Smith -Opportunity to Participate in Contests and Win Prizes -A Fun and Educational Experience Games and Competition -Campers will participate in daily games, stations, and skill contests during the Steve Smith Football ProCamp. Each camper will be placed on a team according to his or her age.

Sat., June 15

U.S. National Whitewater Center  - General Charlotte Area

The Brew Dash is a challenging 6K race that kicks off the 2nd annual Brew Stash Bash. Participants will complete the course in time for Brew Stash festivities that include live music, food and a wide selection of the Southeast's top craft beers.

Sat., June 15

Metrolina Tradeshow Expo  - North Charlotte/University

Charlotte Speed Demons take on Charleston's Low Country Brusin Betties.

Sat., June 1, 7:15 p.m., Sun., June 2, 2:15 p.m., Mon., June 3, 7:15 p.m., June 13-15, 7:15 p.m., Sun., June 16, 2:15 p.m., June 17-18, 7:15 p.m., Wed., June 19, 2:15 p.m., Thu., June 20, 7:15 p.m., Sat., June 29, 7:15 p.m. and Sun., June 30, 2:15 p.m.

Charlotte Knights Stadium  - Fort Mill

The Charlotte Knights face the Rochester Red Wings from June 1-3, the Columbus Clippers from June 13-16, the Syracuse Chiefs from June 17-20 and the Buffalo Bisons from June 29-30. For more information, visit www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t494.

Sat., June 22, 8 a.m.

Cleveland County Arts Council  - General Charlotte Area

Triathlon begins at Shelby City Park, Shelby, NC. Outdoor 10 lane Olympic size overflow pool, where participants will snake down the pool swimming one direction in each lane. Transition area is located a mere 50 meters away on the front lawn of the Park, allowing excellent spectator vantage points. 20 kilometer bike course takes participants into uptown Shelby where they immediately turn out of town onto rolling hills. Participants will then circle back towards town. The 5K run is nearly completely flat, on some of the most scenic streets in Shelby. Event benefits the Arts Council. USA Triathlon sanctioned event.

Sun., June 23, 1-5 p.m.

Ayrsley Town Center  - South Charlotte

Price: $150-$200 (teams of six) In its seventh year, this muddy volleyball tournament is an annual fundraiser that helps Habitat for Humanity build and repair homes for Charlotte's low-income families. Come prepared to get dirty.

Sun., June 23, 1-5 p.m.

Ayrsley Town Center  - South Charlotte

Price: $150-200 (teams of six) In its seventh year, this muddy volleyball tournament is an annual fundraiser that helps Habitat for Humanity build and repair homes for Charlotte's low-income families.