5 things to do in Matthews, NC — Saturday, September 5, 2026

1. CANCELLED - Paws to Read

   Community at Matthews, starting 11 a.m.

   This program will be provided by Matthews Library's Paws to Read volunteers. Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session to practice reading. Ses…

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2. St. Peter Hiking

   On the calendar at St. Peter Church, starting 4:15 a.m.

   Hike will be to Montreat, NC. Relatively easy hike. 6+ miles on old mountain rail bed towards Mt. Mitchell and return along trestle trail to Lookout Mtn parking. Drive 2 hrs.

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3. Queens University of Charlotte Women's Rugby vs American International College

   Sports at Annapolis, Md., starting 11 a.m.

   Queens University of Charlotte Women's Rugby vs American International College

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4. School Age Program

   Community at ImaginOn, starting 3 p.m.

   Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games, and more! Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .

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5. Holy Hour of Reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

   On the calendar at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, starting 4:30 a.m.

   This devotion began when Our Lord Jesus entered the Garden of Gethsemane on Mount Olivet. Join other parishioners every 1st Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in the church for this beautiful and necessary devotion!

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Sources

• Official city, county and parks department calendars — Government event calendars for each covered market
• Public library event calendars — Library programming published by local systems
• Convention and visitors bureau calendars — Destination-marketing organizations for each city