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Ready to get outside this season? Iâve got a fresh lineup of wellness events that you should check out to kick your wellness routine into full gear this May and June. From the streets of NYC to the beachy shores of LA, thereâs a little something for everyone this month.
And as always, if you have an event that you want included in future lineup, make sure to fill out this easy form.
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ð Charlotte, NC Events
YogaFit In The Park (May 15) - Enjoy a one-hour outdoor yoga session set to a curated mix of hip hop, house, and bounce-inspired music
Nah Imma Stay Wellness SoirÃĐe (May 23) - Treat yourself to an afternoon of mindful activities, light bites, and libations at this cozy, 21+ gathering
Sip LaBella Matcha & Brew Pop Up (May 23) - Elevate your day with the perfect pairing of hand-crafted matcha and great community vibes
bring your mom to pilates class (May 23) - Partake in a Pilates experience created for you and mom to celebrate strength and connection together
In Bloom: A Serenity Experience (May 30) - Ease into a gentle morning with yoga, a mental health panel, and intentional community
Sip + Create (May 30) - Unwind to R&B and craft three plant-powered skincare products to take home in this intimate workshop
SOFT LINK UP - PICNIC & PRESENCE (May 31) - Connect with others at this picnic social made for intentional moments and soft presence
Inertia Fitness Co. Grand Opening Wellness Festival (June 13) - Celebrate the opening of Inertia Fitness Co.âs second location with a full morning of movement and community
The Melanated Wholistic Wellness Fair: 3rd Annual Spring Edition (June 13) - Spend a full day at Johnson C. Smith University immersed in culturally rooted healing designed for Black and melanated communities
ð Atlanta, GA Events
Spring Sound Bath Pop-Up: The Darwin Hotel (May 17) - Sink into the Darwin Hotel courtyard as the sun sets and crystal singing bowls fill the air
Mantra Mondays: Sculpt & Glow (May 18) - Reset your Monday with a full-body Pilates session, followed by complimentary chair massages and healthy sips
Messy in the Middle (May 20 | Online) - Designed for women 40+, this live interactive workshop connects the dots between hormonal shifts, sleep disruption, and brain fog
Yogi Night Out (May 23) - Wind down your Saturday evening with a heated vinyasa flow into restorative holds, followed by juice shots and a social hour
Black Men Heal: The Climb (May 31) - Meet at Cascade Springs Nature Preserve for a free guided wellness hike created specifically for Black men seeking a judgment-free space
Art in the Park (June 13) - Grab a blanket and join a free, laid-back afternoon of open art-making, soft music, and community affirmations
Sweat & Slay Social (June 27) - Pull up in your best merlot, berry, or pink for a high-energy afternoon built for women who move with confidence
ð Raleigh/Durham, NC Events
Spring Cleaning Your Vision: Q2 Reset (May 16) - Release what's been cluttering your head, build a custom bouquet, and get clear on your next 90 days
Power, Positivity & the Cycle of Wellness (May 17) - Pull up for an honest conversation about women's health and menstrual wellness hosted by Sisters in Public Health
Darkness RISING: Live 9 (May 23) - Spend a free day at Moore Square where live music, mental health resources, and great community energy collide into one of the city's largest wellness celebrations
Wellness Wednesday at University Hill (May 27) - Celebrate Midtown Yoga Durham's 5th anniversary with a free all-levels outdoor flow on the turf
Clayton's Wellness Social (May 29) - Head to The Design HaÞs for an elevated girls' night that treats self-care as a social experience
Flow, Glow and Go: Wellness Crawl (June 14) - Spend a full day in Durham moving through a reformer Pilates class, IV hydration at a med spa, and a pedicure or massage
Flow Forward: Donation-Based Yoga (June 18) - Bring a hygiene or menstrual care item as your ticket to this beginner-friendly outdoor yoga experience at Durham Central Park
ð DMV Events
Wellness Walk & Talk (May 16) - Lace up and head to Anacostia Park for a gentle Mental Health Month walk with guided reflection prompts and mindful movement
Body + Balance: Moving Through Tension (May 17) - Designed for women carrying a lot, this intimate experience pairs a slow-tempo strength workout with a therapist-led mental wellness session
R&B + Yoga (May 30) - Flow through a guided yoga session set to soft R&B vibes in a beautiful private loft
Spring Forward Into Wellness with Ky:Yoga and Brunch (May 31) - Roll out your mat on the National Mall for a chill yoga flow, then refuel with brunch
Core Memories: A Mommy & Me Movement Experience (May 31) - Bring your mini for a gentle core and pelvic floor class built for mothers
Faith, Flow & Confidence (June 13) - Wear your pinks and show up to this beginner-friendly yoga experience for a gentle confidence reset through movement
CREATE. HEAL. BECOME. (May 30, June 6 and 13) - Designed for young people ages 13â21, this free multi-session creative wellness series pairs professional artists with licensed therapists to help the next generation explore identity, emotions, and self-expression through hands-on art
FRIENDSALIKE Social Walk (Every Tuesday) - Pop up to this weekly curated stroll to develop genuine connections at golden hour
ð New York City Events
Brooklyn Glow: A Mental Health Walk + Reset (May 17) - Move through a multi-sensory afternoon designed to clear your mind and leave you genuinely glowing
IT IS WELL (May 23) - Walk into this four-hour women's wellness experience in ready to release what you've been carrying
Brown Girl Empowerment Inc.: Wellness in the Park (May 30) - Kick off your Saturday with a run/walk through Brooklyn, then settle into a full morning of yoga, Pilates, boxing, and community
Wellness Social at Kerry Berry (May 30) - Listen in to an expert-led conversation on the mind-body connection and plant-based living
Harlem Wellness Festival 2026 (May 30) - Descend on Marcus Garvey Park to experience the full force of the minority- and women-owned gyms and studios that have built Harlem's wellness culture
Wellness Networking Mixer (June 6) - Stop in at a Saturday night mixer where wellness professionals, fitness enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs connect
The Luxury Times: The Wellness Social (June 14) - Kick off your Sunday with an optional run/walk, then settle into a full day of movement, recovery, and wellness amenities
SPAPEAU Wellness Walk (June 14) - Lace up for this second annual community wellness walk for a feel-good afternoon of movement and positivity
ð Los Angeles Events
UNSTOPPABLE: Wellness Meetup (May 20) - Show up for the second stop in a free three-part wellness series centered around a community meetup
Reset and Reconnect: A Lore x Feel Seen Wellness Experience (May 27) - Take a midweek pause blending guided breathwork, journaling, and genuine community connection
Aligned: A Healing Event (May 30) - Experience free, family-friendly half-day retreat thatâs open to everyone
Comedy and Wellness Show Fundraiser (May 31) - Laugh your way into better mental health at this unique comedy event to benefit a local recovery community
I Love Myself Convos (May 31) - Gather for a three-hour afternoon of guided meditation, yoga, and honest mental health conversations
Glow Festival: A Beauty & Wellness Market (June 7) - Wander through an open-air beauty and wellness market at this free, community-first event
Wellness Garden Mixer (June 12) - Spend a full day soaking up nature's calm with great company
Thanks for being here! Next up, weâll dive back in to our original series, Origins of Wellness series. See you next week ð
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