Charlotte Vegfest is an annual gathering that allows visitors to taste the latest and greatest plant-based culinary delights, explore cruelty-free fashion and lifestyles, connect with like-minded organizations, and learn from a variety of speakers . What started in a small parking lot with a handful of vendors in 2011 has grown to 100+ vendors and thousands of visitors every year. Charlotte Vegfest is a celebration of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate eating and explores the endless benefits of vegan living. This FREE event will feature a variety of vegan foods, local veg restaurants and food trucks, local vendors, live music, speakers, nutritional experts, vegan cooking demonstrations, free prizes, gift bags and more! Vegfest brings national, regional, and local veg-minded businesses together for a broad mix of new and old favorites. Charlotte Vegfest is a 501 (c)(3) with the mission of spreading veganism through Charlotte and the Carolinas.