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What do you say we curate our fall calendars with some intention? Whether you need to move your body, quiet your mind, or simply connect with others, I found something for every version of you across six different metro areas. Take a look at the event lineup below. You might just find exactly what you need this season. ✨🍂
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📍 Charlotte, NC Events
Charlotte | The Harmonic Breath Experience: The Return Home (September 10) - Drop into a transformative breath work journey designed to help you return to yourself and exhale everything the season asked you to carry
Yoga in the Garden (September 13) - Flow through an all-levels morning practice surrounded by the gardens of the Grand Bohemian, then stay for a brunch credit to round out the morning
Self Care Sundays: Free Yoga and Dance Classes (September 13 + 27) - Enjoy a free afternoon of yoga and dance that turns self-care into a Sunday ritual
Wellness Sunday at the Gantt (September 20) - Take over the Harvey B. Gantt Center rooftop in the heart of Uptown for yoga and Pilates, then linger for pop-ups from local wellness vendors
Black Girl Day of Rest Wellness Event (October 11) - Move from Pilates into restorative yoga and then melt into a sound bath, finishing with a custom fragrance experience, chair massages, and an interactive wellness marketplace
Mind Body Baby NC: Nurturing Parenthood (October 10) - Bring your whole heart to NoDa Brewing Company for a community gathering centered on conscious, wellness-forward parenthood in Charlotte
📍 Atlanta, GA Events
Sacred Pause: A Reflective Sound Bath (September 20) - Take one hour to step away from the noise to reflect and immerse yourself in this intentional sound bath experience
Mindfulness & Mocktails (September 22) - Slow down and walk away with mindfulness tools at this guided session from Wellness with Cole, then close out the experience with a mocktail bar and small group social
The Power of Pause: PCOS Awareness Sound Bath (September 27) - Honor PCOS Awareness Month with an evening of intentional rest, community, and a full sound bath experience
Pilates & Picnic: Atlanta Women's Social Event by Gurl 2 Girl (September 20 + October 18) - Move through a Pilates session in the park before settling into a picnic designed to connect you with a new friend
HIIT Different (Every Thursday) - Hills 4 ATL takes over the West End for a high-energy HIIT session featuring bodyweight exercises, cardio, and community
📍 Raleigh/Durham, NC Events
Black Restoration Day x Soil Sanctuary (September 13) - Touch soil and break bread at Soul Sanctuary for a family-friendly afternoon of garden tours, movement classes and art
WTD x WOQ Wellness Walk (September 19) - Start your Saturday morning among the blooms at Sarah P. Duke Gardens for this grounding community wellness walk
Mats & Mocktails: A Local Mom Movement & Wellness Gathering (September 26) - Join a wellness gathering designed for local moms who are ready to move their bodies and remind themselves that their wellbeing matters
4th Annual Noble Queen Summit: Reassessing Self-Care (September 27) - A summit designed for women who are ready to take an honest look at what self-care means when life keeps demanding everything you have
Latinos & Latinas Run Club (Every Thursday) - Lace up and run a free 3-4 mile route through downtown Durham, then wind down with drinks and good company
📍 DMV Events
Waves & Wellness Retreat. (September 13) - End your summer with Aqua Beat Boxing, wellness, relaxation, and upbeat vibes at this intimate women’s retreat.
The Bollywood Workout (September 14 + 28) - Feel the beat and break a sweat with this Bollywood-inspired dance fitness class led by Doonya with Rathna
Greater DC Yoga Festival (October 3) - Enjoy a vibrant day full of connection, celebration, and a communal yoga practice across multiple stages and spaces
Soul Therapy Wellness Mixer: Resilience is the Strategy (October 15) - Experience an intimate evening led by South Therapy Media, including a fireside chat, a sound bath, wellness activations, and real community
October Sound Bath: Indulging in the Moment (October 23) - Open your heartspace during this beloved monthly series — a full sonic reset centered on presence and pleasure
📍 New York City Events
Fit & Lit (September 14) - Experience the ultimate outdoor dance cardio class on lower Manhattan’s High Line
Livelong Women's Health Summit 2026 (September 25 + 26) - Explore a summit dedicated to helping women take ownership of their health with expert-led conversations, resources, and community built for longevity
Doing Less to Heal: Undoing The Pressure to Get Better (September 23) - Learn how to let go of perfectionism and embrace real support at this panel conversation of medical and nutrition experts
Outdoor Yoga in Prospect Park | Thursdays (Every Thursday) - Show up to Prospect Park for an outdoor yoga flow that turns the park into your studio and the city into your backdrop
NYC Rooftop Sculpt & Sound Bath (Every Saturday) - Rise above Midtown every Saturday for a 60-minute breathwork-infused sculpt session followed by guided sound meditation
📍 Los Angeles Events
Look Better, Feel Better (September 13) - Experience a unique blend of expert barbering with thoughtful conversation at this community event designed to help you refresh your hair and your mind
Women's Soul Care Collective Wellness Retreat (September 26) - Dr. Shawne' Reddic's full-day Carson retreat creates sacred space for women to release emotional, mental, and spiritual weight through guided sessions, lymphatic care, and acupuncture
Rooftop Yoga Verzuz | Cleo Sol vs Olivia Dean (September 27) - Pick your team and flow to your favorite songs at this rooftop yoga battle where the real win is healing mind, body and soul
Sérénité & Sound Bath (October 11) - Sit on your mat and set the world aside for an immersive and soothing sound bath journey
After Work Reset: Yoga + Stress Relief (Every Tuesday) - Trade your evening scroll for a small-group session at Studio Om in LA
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