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05/19/2026

What a day 🤍🐎✨ Thank you so much for joining us at Derby Days 2026, we had an absolute blast celebrating with you!

From our incredible attendees to our generous sponsors, vendors, donors, and volunteers, this event would not be possible without you. Your support helps further the Mint Museum’s mission to make art accessible, inclusive, and inspiring for our community.

Save the date: Derby Days returns next spring on May 1, 2027!

Photos are live, check them out in our Linktree in bio!

05/13/2026

YAMs Meet Up at The Jam 💃🏽✨

Pull up for a midweek reset with the YAMs—movement, energy, and real connection.

📅 Wednesday, May 27
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Hopfly Brewing (1327 S Mint St)

We’re linking at 6:00 PM to lock in our group spot before The Jam kicks off at 6:30—a high-energy dance fitness experience that’s all about confidence, wellness, and zero judgment. After we sweat, we stay to vibe, sip, and connect.
Come ready to move, meet good people, and tap into a community that makes staying active actually fun.

🎟️ $15 at the door
📝 Free RSVP (link in bio) so we know you’re coming
Bring a friend—or come solo and leave with a few.

03/09/2026

The best way to meet new people is to put yourself out there and try new things! Come hang out with the YAMS and meet fellow young professionals as you learn how to make 3 different cocktails (or mocktails if that’s your thing!)

Oh, and you get to go home with your own cocktail shaker so you can practice your new skills.

🔗 No membership required, just grab a ticket in the link in our bio!

See you tomorrow! 🍾

03/04/2026

Join the YAMs for a Mix N’ Mingle Cocktail/Mocktail Making Class led by an award-winning bartender and mixologist at Blue Door. Sip, shake, and socialize while mingling over charcuterie in this interactive, hands-on experience. Perfect for both beginners and cocktail enthusiasts!

What’s included:
🔹Three handcrafted cocktails or mocktails built step-by-step with an award-winning bartender.
🔹A live demonstration on making homemade syrups, cordials, infused ingredients, and bar enhancements.
🔹 Bottled house-made syrups used during the class so guests can recreate cocktails at home.Guided instruction on shaking, stirring, balance, technique, flavor building, and ingredient pairing.
🔹A curated charcuterie spread to enjoy while mixing and mingling.
🔹A take-home cocktail shaker included with each ticket.

02/18/2026

THIS FRIDAY is Game Night with the YAMs 🏀

Show up to the Market at 7th Street and pregame the hornets game with fellow young professionals. No prior sign up or membership needed; we’ll be there with our YAMS sign!

After the pregame, join us for a discounted night at Spectrum Center to catch the Hornets vs. Cavaliers game with us. Tickets do have to be purchased for this half of the evening.

Everyone who purchases through the link in our bio will be automatically entered to win a $250 Fan Shop gift certificate, courtesy of

✨ The Plan:
🍸 5:30 PM: YAMs pre-game meetup
🚶🏾 Group walk to the arena
🏀 7:00 PM: Tip-off!

Our Purpose:
A portion of every ticket purchased through our link supports the Young Affiliates of the Mint and advances our mission to expand access to art, education, and culture across Charlotte.

02/11/2026

The TAMS and are putting together a night out at the Hornets game next Friday!

Grab discounted tickets to watch the Hornets take on the Cleveland Cavaliers, and everyone who purchases through our link is automatically entered to win a $250 Hornets Fan Shop gift certificate courtesy of Advancial.

The Pre-game meetup is 5:30-6:30pm at and is open to everyone!

Plus, every ticket sold supports YAMs’ mission to make art, education, and culture more accessible across Charlotte.

🔗 Link in bio

11/05/2025

The Kicks & Kocktails Sneaker Ball is 2 days and 17 hours away!

Meet us and other young professionals in the Charlotte area at Randolph for an exhilarating night of dancing, drinks, and fundraising.

Saturday, Nov 8
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Get your tickets at the link in our bio 🪩 🍸

10/31/2025

👻 No tricks, just treats!

This Halloween weekend, we’re dropping a scary good deal — $20 General Admission to Sneaker Ball: Kicks & Kocktails 👟🥂

🥫Bring a canned good to support local food banks & pantries helping those impacted by SNAP benefit losses — and we’ll treat you to a FREE drink ticket 🍸✨

Do good. Look good. Dance good.
See you November 8th at Mint Museum Randolph 🏛️

🎟️ Tap the link in bio to grab your ticket — before this deal ghosts you!

10/28/2025

We’re less than 2 weeks out from Kicks & Kocktails 👟🥂
And since y’all keep sliding into our DMs asking “What do I wear?” — we got you. Here’s a little outfit inspo to get those fits right ✨

The Vibe:
🕴️Semi-formal fits + statement sneakers
🔰Olive Green & Charcoal Grey tones for that elevated edge
👟: kicks, sneakers, runners, trainers, tennis shoes

🎟 Tickets are moving fast — hit the link in our bio to lock yours in before they’re gone!

Address

500 S Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC
28202

Website

http://www.youngaffiliates.org/

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