Candy Crawl + MonsterMarket 2026

The cauldrons are bubbling, and Local is #Trending. We aren’t just hosting another Halloween gathering—we’re engineering a whimsical, bustling wonderland right in the heart of Charlotte.

Step into the Candy Crawl + Monster Market, a fully immersive, all-ages experience activated by POP Culture. Picture this: the pulse of live drums echoing through the venue, little monsters zooming past on thrilling rides, and a bustling bazaar of local creators ready to be discovered. We’re transforming Urban District Market for a high-energy evening where the whole community can step into the story, support local, and experience the culture.

✨ THE EXPERIENCE
Prepare to be captivated. We've curated an evening of interactive moments designed to keep the vibes high and the community connected:
🍬 The Candy Crawl: Navigate our curated trick-or-treat zones hidden throughout the market. Candy flows while supplies last, so bring your biggest buckets and get ready to hunt!
🛍️ The Monster Market: Discover a vibrant labyrinth of 20+ local creators and vendors. Conquer your holiday shopping early and champion Charlotte's finest while the kids stock up on sweets.
🥁 The Pulse: Feel the energy shift with a live, pounding soundtrack engineered by the incredible @drummerkingprice.
🎡 The Play Zone: We're activating thrilling rides by @little.zoomers, alongside a dynamic gauntlet of games and interactive kids' activities.

📍 THE BLUEPRINT
Everything you need to step into the experience:
🗓️ Date: October 30th
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Coordinates: Urban District Market | 2315 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205
🎟️ Access: Free! Please RSVP to help us engineer the perfect flow for the night. (Note: All young ghouls must be accompanied by an adult co-pilot!)

🧛 THE WARDROBE: OFFICIAL COSTUME PARTNER
Costumes aren't just encouraged—they are the vibe. We’ve allied with Morris Costumes + Halloween Express to help your crew assemble the ultimate look. Gear up and get rewarded:
🔑 The Code: Use ELITE (Valid Oct 1st - 20th)
💻 Online Portal: Secure 15% off at http://bit.ly/SpookyCLT
🏪 In-Store: Score 10% off your entire purchase

🤝 JOIN THE MAGIC
We are the architects, but you bring the energy.
🎨 Creators & Vendors: Ready to set up shop in the Monster Market and tap into our community? Apply here: linktr.ee/PopCLTure
🏢 Corporate Partners: Want to build the culture and activate a moment with us? Discover partnership opportunities here: https://bit.ly/ElitePartnerships

LEGAL NOTICE: By attending this event, you agree to have your image and/or likeness captured on film or video, the benefit of which shall vest in Elite CLT Social Events, LLC., its licensees, successors, and assigns, and may be distributed worldwide in perpetuity without limitation. All sales are final. By RSVPing or purchasing a ticket, you agree to receive communications from Elite CLT Social Events, LLC.

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