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Stitch Craft Create Live 2013 takes place at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. This page contains everything you need to know about how to get there, where you can find special attendee discounts on lodging, and some fun activities to plan during your down time.



The Location

Charlotte Convention Center
501 South College Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
www.charlotteconventionctr.com





   The Hotels

 

610 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

Directly across the street from the Charlotte Convention Center, the Westin Charlotte is Stitch Craft Create Live’s official partner hotel. As an attendee, you’re entitled to a discounted rate of $169 + tax (Single/Double) per night. Book your room by September 30, 2013, to take advantage of this deal!


 
237 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

Another great option is the Courtyard Charlotte City Center. Discounted rooms are available at the Courtyard for just $149+Tax (Single/Double) per night. Book your room by September 21, 2013, to take advantage of this deal!


        


       
Parking

Parking is available at prevailing rates in parking lots and towers surrounding the Charlotte Convention Center.

The NASCAR Hall of Fame parking deck is open and conveniently located on Brevard Street, adjacent to the Charlotte Convention Center. The NASCAR Hall of Fame parking deck is also connected to the Charlotte Convention Center via a convenient over-street walkway.

The Westin Charlotte hotel also offers more than 1,600 spaces, conveniently located on the corner of Stonewall and College Streets, adjacent to the Charlotte Convention Center.

Additionally, metered parking is available along many of the main streets in Center City. Some parking garages offer parking after 5:00 pm at reduced rates.

Oversize vehicle parking is available across from the NASCAR Hall of Fame site at the Caldwell Street parking lot.

For additional information regarding Charlotte Center City Parking, please visit the City of Charlotte’s Park It! webpage or Center City Partners website for maps and listings of participating garages.

To receive a Park! Center City brochure, please call 704.375.3177.


      Directions

From I-85

Driving South from points North of Charlotte:
  • Take Brookshire Freeway (Highway 16 South), Exit 36.
  • Merge right onto the I-277 loop (John Belk Freeway).
  • Take Stonewall Street, Exit 1E.
  • Turn left on Stonewall Street and proceed 3 blocks.
The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Brevard Street.

Driving North from points South of Charlotte:
  • Take Little Rock Road, Exit 32.
  • Turn right at the bottom of the ramp.
  • Turn right at the first traffic light.
  • Turn left at the 2nd traffic light onto Wilkinson Boulevard (Hwy 74 East).
  • Follow Wilkinson Boulevard as it becomes the I-277 loop (John Belk Freeway).
  • Take College Street, Exit 1E.
The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Stonewall Street.

There are two entrances to the Charlotte Convention Center; one is located on College Street, and a second on East Martin Luther King Jr, Blvd. The NASCAR Hall of Fame parking deck, located on South Brevard Street is also connected to the Charlotte Convention Center via a convenient over-street walkway.

From I-77

Driving South from points North of Charlotte:
  • Take the 1-277 loop (John Belk Freeway), Exit 9.
  • Take College Street, Exit 1E.
  • The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Stonewall Street.
Driving North from points South of Charlotte:
  • Take the 1-277 loop (John Belk Freeway), Exit 9B.
  • Take College Street, Exit 1E.
  • The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Stonewall Street.
There are two entrances to the Charlotte Convention Center; one is located on College Street, and a second on East Martin Luther King Jr, Blvd. The NASCAR Hall of Fame parking deck, located on South Brevard Street is also connected to the Charlotte Convention Center via a convenient over-street walkway.

From US Highway 74 (Wilkinson Boulevard on the West and Independence Boulevard on the East)

Driving East from points West of Charlotte:
  • Follow Wilkinson Boulevard (Hwy 74 East) as it becomes the I-277 loop (John Belk Freeway).
  • Take College Street, Exit 1E.
The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Stonewall Street.

Driving West from points East of Charlotte:
  • Follow Independence Boulevard (Hwy 74 West) and merge left onto the I-277 loop (John Belk Freeway).
  • Take Stonewall Street, Exit 1E.
  • Turn left onto Stonewall Street and proceed 3 blocks.
  • The Charlotte Convention Center will be on your right after you cross Brevard Street.
There are two entrances to the Charlotte Convention Center; one is located on College Street, and a second on East Martin Luther King Jr, Blvd. The NASCAR Hall of Fame parking deck, located on South Brevard Street is also connected to the Charlotte Convention Center via a convenient over-street walkway.


     
 Activities

Take a food-themed walking tour. Check out vintage cars at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Get a taste of fresh Charlotte culture at the 7th Street Public Market. And the list goes on and on! 

Whether you’re traveling solo or looking for ways to entertain your non-crafty companions, check out Charlotte’s visitors guide for ideas!