Upcoming events.
October Driveway Party
🌧️ RAIN DATE UPDATE! 🌧️
With rain and thunderstorms in the forecast, we’re moving our Hello Fall! Gardening Driveway Party to Sunday, October 18. 🍂🌱
Celebrate the start of fall with neighbors at our Hello Fall Gardening Driveway Party! 🍂🌱
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of hands-on gardening, creativity, and community. Our youngest gardeners can plant a fast-growing seed, decorate their own plant markers, and explore the scents of fresh herbs, while adults can pick up simple tips for growing edibles and herbs in containers. Plus, enjoy a small plant giveaway!
Bring your gardening questions, meet your neighbors, and enjoy an afternoon of plants, a little dirt, and plenty of smiles.
Sunday, October 18 | 4:00–6:00 PM
2115 Arnold Dr
Hosted by the Wilkersons
All neighbors welcome!
Fall General Meeting
All residents invited to come together to discuss community issues, share updates, and collaborate on plans to improve the neighborhood. Exact time and location to be confirmed.
Fall Mini Photo Session
🍂 Fall Mini Photo Sessions Outside at MOIA 📸
Capture some beautiful fall family photos right here in Merry Oaks!
We’re excited to welcome back the talented photographer who offered mini sessions at our Easter Egg Hunt earlier this year. She’ll be at outside Merry Oaks International Academy (MOIA) on Sunday, November 8, from 9:30–11:00 AM with the beautiful fall foliage backdrop for a limited number of fall mini sessions.
Session Details:
📸 10-minute photo session
💰 $50 per session
🖼️ 5 professionally edited photos
❤️ Option to purchase additional photos/the full gallery is typically available
Spots are limited, but additional sessions may be added if there’s enough interest, so be sure to sign up!
Come dressed in your fall favorites and get some great family photos without leaving the neighborhood! 🍁
MO Glow! Light the Neighborhood
Join residents in decorating our neighborhood signs, street toppers, roundabout, and other common areas of the neighborhood with festive lights to create a bright, welcoming atmosphere and foster neighborhood spirit. Exact date, time, and additional details to come!
Annual Cookie Exchange
Join us for the 3rd Annual Merry Oaks Cookie Exchange—where you bring 2 dozen cookies and magically leave with 2 dozen different ones.
Saturday, December 19
Exact time to be confirmed.
2009 Arnold Dr (Hosted by Paul & Dione Goyette)
Sprinkles encouraged. Family recipes celebrated. Store-bought cookies won’t be judged (probably).
Come mix, mingle, and fill your tin with the best treats Merry Oaks has to offer.
Catawba Riversweep Event
Volunteer-driven cleanup along Briar Creek, aimed at removing litter and debris to protect water quality and preserve the natural environment. Exact date, time, and location to be confirmed.
Annual MO Fest
2nd Annual MO Fest.
Let’s get together to enjoy …
food, music, activities, and entertainment in a fun, inclusive atmosphere at Merry Oaks’ signature event of the year!
Saturday, September 19 from 3-7 pm.
Register to be a vendor at MO Fest 2026 where your products and/or services will be seen by hundreds of local residents, neighbors, families, and kids.
Date of Event: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time of Event: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Vendor Setup: 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM)
Location: Harbinger Ct. Community Gardens
Application Deadline: September 12, 2026
Thank you for your interest! We look forward to another great event! If you have any questions please reach out to Kristin Caskey 704-441-3021 or kristinmcaskey1@gmail.com.
Registration for non-profits is free. Reach out to Kristin directly to reserve your space!
National Night Out
Merry Oaks neighbors are invited to join neighbors across 28205 and beyond communities for an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Exact details, time, location to be confirmed.
May Neighborhood General Meeting
🌳 Merry Oaks neighbors — Our May General Meeting is happening on Thursday, May 28th from 6–8pm on the outdoor patio at Dish Restaurant (1220 Thomas Ave). Come as you are, bring a neighbor, and let's catch up on what's happening right here in our community.
Here's what we'll be covering:
📊 MO Market Recap
🏫 MOIA New Principal Update
🎉 Upcoming Events
🚔 CMPD Community Update
💡 Land Use: Lighting & Power Poles
🛍️ Local Business Spotlight — hear directly from 3 business owners in our neighborhood
🙋 Open seats on the board + open forum for ideas & needs
Whether you've lived here for 20 years or just moved in, this is YOUR meeting. Come shape the future of Merry Oaks.
Everyone is welcome. Your voice matters.
📍 Dish Restaurant Outdoor Patio · 1220 Thomas Ave, Charlotte NC
🗓️ May 28 · 6:00–8:00pm
Kick Off Summer!
You’re invited! Our friends on Draper are hosting a summer kick off party and you’re invited. This is bittersweet because they are moving out of the neighborhood and would love to celebrate everyone who has warmed their hearts the last 2 years! May 23 at 3524 Draper
May Driveway Party
Hosted by the Woodmere Condominiums Neighborhood Association. Meet at the Woodmere Condo parking lot off of Flynnwood Dr.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your kids to search for thousands of hidden eggs brought to you by the Merry Oaks Neighborhood Association.
Photo shoot sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AAFAD2FA6FC1-62826460-merry#/
Big Spring Clean
An annual waterway and community cleanup organized by Mecklenburg County Stormwater & Keep Charlotte Beautiful. Details here.
MONA Garden Cleanup
An annual community garden cleanup organized by MONA Community Gardens. Come one come all to help weed, mulch, and prep beds for Spring!
Winter General Neighborhood Meeting
All residents invited to come together to discuss community issues, share updates, and collaborate on plans to improve the neighborhood.
Hot Chocolate Run Cheer Station
Come cheer on the runners and walkers in the Hot Chocolate Run as they make it through the Merry Oaks neighborhood. Details below:
Merry Oaks Seed Swap
Join neighbors and local gardeners for a fun, free seed swap! Bring seeds to share—or simply come browse—and discover vegetables, herbs, flowers, and native plants suited to our area. This casual, all-ages event is a great way to exchange seeds, swap growing tips, and connect with others who love gardening. Take what you’ll grow and help cultivate a more resilient, connected community.
Book Club Meeting
Contact Cate Martin (catemartin35@gmail.com) additional information, exact time, and location.
Fall General Meeting at the Park
Fall General Meeting +
Pre Meeting Social
Pre-Meeting Social Hour begins at 10 AM!
Join us by the playground to enjoy smiles, conversation, and community spirit with neighbors old and new.
The General Meeting will follow on the school lawn - don’t forget your lawn chairs and favorite blankets!