By CLTure
February 24, 2026
Monday, February 23
The Strumbellas with opener Sam Burchfield at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $42.41 plus
USA Curling Men’s & Women’s National Championships at Bojangles Coliseum (February 23 – March 1)
Tickets: $22.15 plus
The field is set for the 2026 USA Curling Men’s and Women’s National Championships, taking place at Bojangles Coliseum this week. The competition will feature an elite field of eight men’s teams and eight women’s teams competing for the title of national champion, as well as the opportunity to represent the United States at the 2026 World Men’s and Women’s Championships. Enjoy high-level curling action as the nation’s top teams battle for championship glory on one of the sport’s biggest stages.
Advance Base, Moontype, and Motocrossed at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.00
Tuesday, February 24
Kelsey Waldon with opener Taylor Hunnicutt at Snug Harbor (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.00
Gorillaz Album Listening at Lunchbox Records (5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
MJ The Musical at Belk Theater (February 24 – March 1)
Tickets: $50.20 plus
The multiple Tony Award-winning musical MJ returns to Charlotte at the Belk Theater this week. Created by director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond Michael Jackson’s legendary music and iconic dance moves to offer an intimate look at the creative process behind the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. The Broadway sensation has electrified audiences across North America and internationally, earning multiple Tony Awards including Best Actor in a Musical, Best Choreography, Best Lighting Design, and Best Sound Design.
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra On Tap at NoDa Brewing Company (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.36 plus
Wednesday, February 25
Jazz Classics with Jamila Green at The Gantt (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Potions & Pixels Game Industry Gathering at Divine Barrel Brewing (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Potions & Pixels returns for another year of its Game Industry Gathering at Divine Barrel Brewing, taking place on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6-10 p.m. This welcoming networking event brings together Charlotte’s gaming community for an evening of games, drinks, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re a professional developer, interactive artist, cosplayer, content creator, competitive gamer, or organizer, Potions & Pixels invites you to be part of a growing local ecosystem dedicated to building and celebrating the game industry in Charlotte.
Maggie Lindemann with opener Ayleen Valentine at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.20 plus
Charlotte 49ers vs. North Texas Mean Green at Halton Arena (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $11 plus
Sam on Someday at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m)
Tickets: $11.55
Sam Tayloe (Time Sawyer) and friends present an evening of collaborative music with Sam on Someday at The Evening Muse. This live music series brings together a diverse lineup of songwriters and will feature Wild Recluse, Clyde, Javier Pizzero, Tim Haney, Heidi Sidelinker, Stacey Leazer, Coughing Dove, Nathan Harris, and more this week. What began as a weekly livestream during the pandemic has evolved into intimate live shows where genres collide to create something unique.
Blackhawk Quintet at Middle C Jazz Club (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $35.65 plus
Charlotte Symphony On Tap at Triple C Brewing Company (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.36 plus
Loboda at Knight Theater (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $89.94 plus
Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers with opener Frute at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $22.00
Thursday, February 26
One Night in Miami… at Independent Picture House (February 26-27)
Tickets: $11.75
As part of its Black History Month series, Independent Picture House presents a screening of One Night in Miami…, Regina King’s 2020 feature directorial debut based on Kemp Powers’ acclaimed stage play. The film is a fictionalized account of a historic night on February 25, 1964, when Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke gathered at the Hampton House to celebrate Ali’s surprise title victory over Sonny Liston while engaging in powerful conversations about race, activism, and Black identity. Starring Kingsley Ben-Adir, Eli Goree, Aldis Hodge, and Leslie Odom Jr., the film received critical praise for its performances, direction, and screenplay, earning three Academy Award nominations. Screenings will take place on Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, February 27 at 4:15 p.m., followed by a post-film discussion on Thursday featuring Dr. James Ford, Dr. Keith Cradle, Dr. Moses Fox III, Dr. Willie Griffin, and Dr. de’Angelo Dia.
Charlotte Ballet: Boundless at Patricia McBride and Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux Center for Dance (February 20 – March 21)
Tickets: $38 plus
Mike Viola with opener Drumming Bird at The Evening Muse (The Evening Muse)
Tickets: $26.44
Camisole, Ali Forrest, Willingdon, and Bedroom Division at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.30 plus
Some of North Carolina’s rising indie rock bands will share the stage at Amos’ Southend on Thursday night. Charlotte’s Willingdon is coming off the release of their latest single, “White Shirts,” while Greensboro indie dream-pop band Bedroom Division, led by Dylan Wishon, released a new track, “Sweetheart,” on February 6 following their debut studio album in 2025. Charlotte indie folk singer-songwriter Ali Forrest is still riding the momentum of her 2025 release Cagefighter, and alternative rockers Camisole released their latest EP, Vertigo, in November.
Liz Miele at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (February 26-28)
Tickets: $26.35
Rickey Smiley and Friends at The Comedy Zone (February 26-28)
Tickets: $48.48 plus
Mo Betta Thursdays at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
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Friday, February 27
Matcha & Chill with Micki Blendz at Loyd Studios (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Jack Burns, Te’jani, Blankstate., and Courtney Lynn & Quinn at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.10 plus
The Underground presents its first Locals Only Concert Series on Saturday night, featuring Jack Burns, Te’Jani, Blankstate., and Courtney Lynn & Quinn. Burns, an alternative pop singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, headlines the evening with emo rockers Blankstate., indie alternative pop artist Te’Jani, and indie folk duo Courtney Lynn & Quinn.
Hannah Wicklund at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.44
Charlotte Symphony: The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at Knight Theater (February 27-28)
Tickets: $93.25 plus
New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton at Spectrum Center (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $92.70 plus
New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton bring together multiple eras of R&B and a cappella soul on The New Edition Way Tour, on Friday night in Charlotte. New Edition helped define the modern boy band and R&B group blueprint with hits spanning from the 1980s into the 2000s, including classics like “Candy Girl” and “Cool It Now.” Boyz II Men remain one of the most commercially successful vocal groups of all time, known for emotional ballads such as “End of the Road,” “I’ll Make Love to You,” and “One Sweet Day.” Toni Braxton rounds out the lineup with powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich ballads, delivering timeless hits like “Un-Break My Heart” and “Breathe Again.” Together, the tour promises a celebration of R&B history, vocal mastery, and timeless hits from some of the genre’s most influential artists.
Sound Makers Cafe at Dupp & Swat (6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Jed Harrelson with opener Yesterday’s Clothes at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $24.10 plus
The Psycodelics, Julia., and Duck at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.00
Charleston funk band The Psycodelics — consisting of Cameron Wescott (bass, vocals), Whitt Burn (guitar, vocals), Jim Rubush (guitar), Sean Bing (drums, vocals), Chris Barnwell (drums), and Noah Jones (keys) — return to Charlotte this week. Coming off the release of their debut studio album in 2025, the band will be joined by Chapel Hill’s Julia. and Raleigh’s Duck.
Chris Botti at Middle C Jazz (February 27 – March 1)
Tickets: $169.15 plus
Broadway Rave at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27.50 plus
Dexter and The Moonrocks at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $35 plus
The Sixties Show at Carolina Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $49.95 plus
Saturday, February 28
Fossil Fair at Schiele Museum (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Tickets: $18 plus
RnBrew: Charlotte at Hoppin’ (11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $5 plus
Charlotte Mini-Con at Blume Studios (10:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $5.37
Charlotte’s longest-running comic book convention returns with a new venue for Charlotte Mini-Con, happening this Saturday at Blume Studios. Presented by comic book store Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find, the event features some of the nation’s top vintage comic-book dealers offering a wide selection of comics, alongside a showcase of talented artists, celebrating the world of comics, collectibles, and creators.
Charlotte Symphony: Beethoven Lives Upstairs at Knight Theater (11:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $22.95 plus
African American Heritage Festival 2026 at Charlotte Museum of History (11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trail Blazers at Spectrum Center (1:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30 plus
The Hornets return home after a three-game road swing as the playoff push heats up. Saturday features a rare weekend day game and a celebration of HBCUs, highlighted by a special halftime performance from Cold Steel, the renowned 50-member drumline of North Carolina A&T State University’s Blue & Gold Marching Machine. Each ticket purchased through the special HBCU Day link includes a limited-edition HBCU x Hornets baseball jersey, available exclusively for the event. Fans are invited to represent their school, city, and Hornets pride while celebrating HBCU culture. An optional after-party add-on keeps the celebration going with elevated bites, including Southern deviled eggs, BBQ meatballs, crab cakes, mac and cheese and collard green egg rolls, and waffle-battered fried chicken skewers.
The Charlotte Card Show at Park Expo (February 28 – March 1)
Tickets: $11.28
For The Girls Vintage Market! at Lenny Boy Brewing Co. (2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
That’s Novel Books 6th Anniversary (11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Novel Books celebrates its sixth anniversary with a full day of interactive events and literary fun. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can add some sparkle to their favorite reads during a Book Bedazzling session (tickets required), followed by a book signing from 12 to 3 p.m. with local author Dominic Blye, who will be signing copies of his debut thriller, Beyond Sight. In the afternoon, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., attendees can design their own custom Kindle charm at a pop-up station (first come, first served), before wrapping up the festivities with Book Jeopardy from 6 to 7 p.m., a free event where participants can test their literary knowledge (registration required).
Jesse Welles with opener S.G. Goodman at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $47.70 plus
Josh Levi with openers Luck and Breez Kennedy at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $53.66 plus
Belcanto Incanto Concert Series: Lift Every Voice and Sing at Carolina Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $71.50 plus
Presented by Opera Carolina and the Carolina Theatre, the Belcanto Incanto Concert Series: Lift Every Voice and Sing is a tribute honoring the legacy of African American artists and composers. The concert explores the cultural truths and transformative power of Black voices in classical music, spanning spirituals to soaring operatic arias. Blending heritage and harmony, the evening celebrates the contributions of classical music pioneers while embracing the future of the art form in a stirring showcase.
Stop Light Observations with opener Jack Stepanian at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $24.71 plus
J. Roddy Walston with opener The Sammies at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Sunday, March 1
Hazy Sunday at Petra’s (4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Charlotte Punk Flea Market at Snug Harbor (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte’s Punk Flea Market takes over Snug Harbor on Sunday, offering a unique shopping and collector experience for fans of weird, retro, and DIY culture. This free event features a wide array of vendors selling everything from vintage clothes, vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs to original art, handmade jewelry, retro video games, comic books, VHS tapes, horror and B-movie memorabilia, taxidermy, and other oddities.
Michael Palascak at The Comedy Zone (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $24.24 plus
Doc 103: Celebrating Doc Watson with Jack Lawrence & Friends (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.35 plus
Robert Glasper at Carolina Theatre (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $267.12 plus
Five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, producer, and arranger Robert Glasper, best known for his genre-blending Black Radio series that fuses jazz, R&B, hip-hop, and neo-soul, will perform at Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre on Sunday. Fresh off a busy 2025 that included the release of two new albums, Code Derivation and Keys to the City Volume One, featuring collaborations with artists such as Black Thought, Thundercat, and Norah Jones, Glasper returns to Charlotte for the first time since 2022. Widely celebrated for his innovative collaborations across modern jazz and R&B, he is also a member of the supergroup Dinner Party alongside Kamasi Washington, Terrace Martin, and 9th Wonder.
Peyton Ruddy at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $24.48
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