By CLTure
August 11, 2025
Monday, August 11
The Bill Hanna Legacy Jazz Session at Petra’s (7 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.98
Celebrate the spirit of jazz at The Bill Hanna Legacy Jazz Session, every Monday night at Petra’s. A tribute to the late, great Bill Hanna, who was widely known as the godfather of Charlotte jazz. The weekly event brings together some of the city’s best musicians for a night of improvisational performances.
Tuesday, August 12
Beaches at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $16.05
Cypress Hill, Atmosphere, Lupe Fiasco, and The Pharcyde at The Amp Ballantyne (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $50 plus
West Coast hip-hop icons Cypress Hill — joined by Atmosphere, Lupe Fiasco, and The Pharcyde — will bring their Dank Daze of Summer Tour to Charlotte this week. It marks Cypress Hill’s first Charlotte show since 2019, following their 2022 album Back in Black and a recent performance with the London Symphony Orchestra. Atmosphere, the Minneapolis underground rap duo behind Rhymesayers Entertainment, has released 13 albums and collaborated with artists like Aesop Rock and MF DOOM. Grammy winner Lupe Fiasco, known for Food & Liquor, The Cool, and Lasers, dropped his latest album Samurai in June. The Pharcyde, famed for “Passin’ Me By” and “Runnin’,” returns to Charlotte for the first time since their 2022 anniversary tour for Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde.
The Struts with opener Dirty Honey at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $37.50 plus
Charlotte Music Community Hang at Neighborhood Theatre (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Immediate Family at Booth Playhouse (July 29-August 31)
Tickets: $27.98 plus
Blumenthal Arts presents the regional premiere of Immediate Family, a bold and timely new play written by Hamilton alum Paul Oakley Stovall and directed by Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad. Set on Chicago’s South Side, Immediate Family follows the Bryant family as they reunite for a wedding — only to have their carefully curated image disrupted when the middle son unexpectedly brings his Swedish boyfriend. What unfolds is a funny, heartfelt, and unflinchingly honest portrait of a modern family navigating love, loyalty, and generational change. Described as Modern Family meets Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, the play tackles themes of race, sexuality, identity, and tradition through the lens of an African American family grappling with the evolving values of the 21st century.
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (7:04 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
The Book of Mormon at Ovens Auditorium (August 12-17)
Tickets: $28.90 plus
Justin Stanton and Chris Bullock (Snarky Puppy) at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Jazz fusion maestros Justin Stanton (keyboards, trumpet) and Chris Bullock (saxophone, flute) from the Grammy-winning jazz collective Snarky Puppy bring their new project, Close Knobs, to Charlotte’s Snug Harbor this week. This new collaboration features Stanton and Bullock, joined by drummer Kurt Stracener (Mellow Swells) and bassist Quinn Sternberg. Their sound is shaped by Brazilian music, electronic textures, and free improvisation, which they describe as “Nascimento meets Alice Coltrane meets Flying Lotus.”
Pleasure House, MOLD!, and Sunset Honor Unit at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Wednesday, August 13
6th Annual Diversity in Baseball HBCU Showcase at Richard “Stick” Williams Dream Fields (9:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $185 plus
The Lovell Bradford Trio at VisArt Video (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.00
Revered jazz pianist, composer, and educator Lovell Bradford presents a jazz jam at VisArt Video. He’ll be joined by special guests Malcom Charles on drums and Butler Knowles on bass. Highly respected and known for his expressive playing rooted in the jazz tradition, Bradford has built a reputation both as a solo artist and as a collaborator with numerous ensembles and musicians in the jazz community.
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (7:04 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Carson McKee with special guest Dane Page at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38
Thursday, August 14
Chromatic Roots at Arts+ (August 1-31)
Tickets: $48 plus
Arts+, the Charlotte-based nonprofit providing music and visual arts education through private lessons, group classes, camps, and community programs, presents Chromatic Roots — a multi-sensory experience featuring over 30 visual artists, five soundscape artists, and a two-person media team, all coming together to showcase the power of local creativity. Follow the story of a missing janitor as you explore vibrant biomes, collect stamps, and unlock clues along the way, with performances, musical acts, and artist-led workshops offered on select dates.
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Oscar Maydon at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $64 plus
Ashley Hesseltine at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Women in Sports Night Networking Event at Truist Field (4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $54.70
The Charlotte Knights will host their Women in Sports Night Networking Event at Truist Field from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. before the game, providing an exclusive opportunity to connect with leading executives from Charlotte’s sports and entertainment industry. The event features a panel of influential women shaping the industry, including Jessica Rippey, Senior Vice President of Olympic Sports at the ACC; Grace Harper, Vice President of Events & Entertainment for the Knights; Andrea Velasco from Hornets Sports & Entertainment; Kaleah Ellerbe of the Charlotte Sports Foundation; Lindsay Hall from NASCAR; and Heidi Mueller of Davidson College. Attendees will gain insights into the sports world, hear inspiring stories, and engage in meaningful conversations with professionals driving change and innovation. The event is open to everyone — men and women alike — and following the networking session, all participants will receive tickets to watch the Charlotte Knights face off against the Memphis Redbirds at 7:05 p.m.
Big Daddy Love at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $12)
To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $16.05
CAACC’s Brand Awareness Day at The Asian Herald Library (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Hosted by the Carolinas Asian American Chamber of Commerce, Brand Awareness Day offers small business owners and entrepreneurs personalized time and help with marketing, branding, and business advice. Attendees can get professional headshots, sharpen their brand and video strategy, fine-tune their websites, and receive business planning advice to help attract new customers. The evening includes two waves of expert consultations, networking opportunities, and guidance from specialists including Mint Hill Marketing, Savvy Pioneer, SuSu Marketing, Jo Hayes Images, Mark Borja Creative, and Alisha Naidu of New York Life.
Crossroads Cinema: Bad Boys 2 at Camp North End (8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Mo Betta Thursdays at Bo’s at NoDa (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15
Toto, Men At Work, and Christopher Cross at PNC Music Pavilion (6:45 p.m.)
Tickets: $44.50 plus
Toto, famed for timeless tracks like “Africa,” “Rosanna,” and “Hold the Line,” will perform at PNC Music Pavilion this week alongside Colin Hay-led Men At Work, best known for hits like “Down Under” and “Who Can It Be Now?” They’ll be joined by melodic soft rock artist Christopher Cross, whose self-titled debut album, released in 1979, won five Grammy Awards.
Dizgo with opener Natalie Brooke at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (7:04 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Florencia & the Feeling, Duck, and Celeste Moonchild at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $9 plus
Florencia & the Feeling, the soulful indie folk project led by Argentine-born singer-songwriter Florencia Rusinol, will headline Petra’s on Thursday night, alongside North Carolina funk/soul band Duck and Charlotte R&B/hip-hop singer-songwriter Celeste Moonchild. Florencia & the Feeling recently performed at FloydFest, where they won the On-the-Rise Competition. The band consists of Rusinol (vocals), Andrew Kramer (guitar), Isaac Ratliff (keys), Nick Castro (bass), and Austin Herron (drums). They released two singles in 2025: “Getting on a Plane” in March and “Lifetime” in May, following their debut full-length album, Birthday, in 2023.
Friday, August 15
Desert Hearts ft. Mikey Lion at The Music Yard (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15.46
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (7:04 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
StiXTalk: Anime Arena with Black Gamer League at Blume Studios (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25.11 plus
The Black Gamer League presents StiXTalk: Anime Arena at Blume Studios this week, featuring a Tekken 8 tournament and a cosplay contest that combine esports and anime culture. The Tekken 8 tournament is free to enter and offers a $500 prize pool. Check-in begins at 7:00 p.m., with the competition starting at 7:40 p.m. While tournament entry is free, attendees must purchase a ticket to access the venue. Tournament spots are limited to 30 players, so early registration is encouraged — online sign-ups close on August 14. In addition to the gaming, the event includes a cosplay contest organized by NERD.0, a Black-owned community dedicated to connecting cosplayers, gamers, and fans across North and South Carolina.
VeryGently and Brother Elsey at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25.88 plus
SWAE, Waltz, and Death Of August at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.27
Science on the Rocks at Discovery Place Science (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $22 plus
Science on the Rocks is a 21-and-up event series at Discovery Place Science that lets you experience the museum like never before — after hours, without the kids, and with a cocktail in hand. Explore interactive exhibits, meet live animals, catch a science show, and get hands-on in the labs. Dance the night away or unwind in the seven-story IMAX Dome Theatre with a documentary or planetarium show. With upgraded experiences and a vibrant, social atmosphere, Science on the Rocks is where Charlotte nightlife meets the wonder of science.
Looking for something different and fun to do with the squad? ‘Science on the Rocks’ Friday at Discovery Place! 🔬🍸 https://t.co/KuJJ4XPPTd pic.twitter.com/6TxlY7hqJB
— CLTure® ( culture ) (@CLTure) September 17, 2018
Charlotte Independence vs. Westchester SC at American Legion Memorial Stadium (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13 plus
Magician Eric Eaton at The Comedy Zone (August 15-16)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Old Mervs and The Gringos at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Australian indie rock duo Old Mervs, best known for tracks like “Cellphone” and “Out of Luck,” will play The Evening Muse on Friday night alongside internet sensations The Gringos. Old Mervs have toured extensively across Australia and New Zealand and have supported artists like Liam Gallagher and The Wombats. The band, consisting of lifelong friends David House and Henry Carrington-Jones, released their debut self-titled album in March. The Gringos, a five-piece indie rock band from Athens, Georgia, who went viral for their Virginia Highland Porchfest performance in May, will open the show.
LOLGBTQ+ Comedy Variety Show at Carolina Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $22.20 plus
Barcerado with openers FatMouth and Nathan Harris & The Flood (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus
2025 PFL World Tournament 9: Finals at Bojangles Coliseum (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $40.70 plus
Cumbiatron at The Fillmore (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.10 plus
Blaakhol, Hellir, Basura, and Dollhaver at Snug Harbor (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.00
Christian Johnson (Comedian) at The Comedy Zone (August 15-16)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Charlotte native Christian Johnson, a rising comedian known for his viral videos as “Uncle Nathaniel,” will perform multiple shows this week at The Comedy Zone. Also known as Mr. “Lord Have Mer-Say,” he has amassed over 2.5 million followers across his social media platforms with his observational videos as “Uncle Nathaniel.”
Moravian with opener 6 Story Pyramid at The Evening Muse (10:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.06
Saturday, August 16
Lego Printing Class at La Bodeguita (11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
The Golden Era Day Party featuring Doug E. Fresh at Harolds Chicken & Ice Bar (2:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $36.22
Charlotte Pride 2025 (August 16-17)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Pride returns this weekend at First Ward Park and surrounding streets in Uptown Charlotte. The festival runs from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday and from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, featuring a parade along Tryon Street from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The event includes multiple stages with performances by local and national LGBTQ+ artists, a Black Pride stage and dance tent, a youth and family zone, an indoor arts celebration at UNC Charlotte Center City, a health fair offering wellness services, and a market featuring local artisans.
Charlotte Book Fair at Olde Mecklenburg Brewing (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Girls Room Pride Festival at The Music Yard (4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.77
Charlotte FC vs. Real Salt Lake at Bank of America Stadium (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.51 plus
Charlotte FC returns to Bank of America Stadium on Saturday to face Real Salt Lake, aiming to extend their impressive five-match winning streak. Coming off a 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati, goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina delivered a standout performance with seven crucial saves to secure a clean sheet — his seventh of the season — earning his first MLS Team of the Matchday nod in 2025. His seven saves lifted his season total to 90, the highest in the league, and moved him into the Top 50 all-time MLS saves with 386. Wilfried Zaha continued his hot streak by scoring the game-winning volley in the 85th minute, extending his run to nine consecutive matches with a goal contribution. The Crown currently sit seventh in the Eastern Conference with 41 points and look to keep their momentum going against Real Salt Lake, who are 10th in the Western Conference standings.
Nonpoint at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.80 plus
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (6:05 p.m.)
Tickets: $23 plus
Legends, Divas, and Stars at Carolina Theatre (7:00 pm.)
Tickets: $34.55 plus
Carolina Theatre and Delighted Tobehere present Legends, Divas and Stars, a dazzling fundraiser for Time Out Youth. Hosted by Palm Springs’ Tommi Rose, the show features celebrity illusionists including NBC’s America’s Got Talent alum Delighted Tobehere, RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars alum Trinity K. Bonet, and Gigi Monroe. With over a century of combined stage experience, the evening promises performances that London’s QX Magazine describes as “has to be seen to be believed.”
BK Jackson at Middle C Jazz (6:15 p.m. and 8:45 p.m.)
Tickets: $41.45 plus
Harvey Cummings Experience at Eighty Eights (8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Aurora’s Hope, Shock Tea, and Peach Candy Nut Boys at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.98
Sunday, August 17
Pride Parade Viewing Party at Carolina Theatre (11:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $34.55 plus
Stay cool while enjoying the Charlotte Pride Parade from the comfort of an air-conditioned glass lobby during the Pride Parade Viewing Party on Sunday. Watch the parade from elevated risers, with options to sit or stand above the crowd outside. Concessions will be available with drinks and snacks for purchase. Upgrade to a VIP ticket for four included drink tickets.
Charlotte Knights vs. Memphis Redbirds (5:05 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Greg Warren at The Comedy Zone (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $24.24 plus
d4vd with opener Bryant Barnes at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $53.66 plus
D4vd, the YouTuber-turned-alternative pop star, will headline The Fillmore this weekend as part of his world tour supporting his debut album Withered, released on April 25. Known for viral hits like “Romantic Homicide” and “Here With Me,” D4vd’s Withered is a concept album exploring the rise and fall of a relationship through the metaphor of a rose. The New York native gained fame on TikTok and recently performed at Coachella. Bryant Barnes, a lo-fi R&B/soul singer-songwriter, will open the Charlotte show.
The Acacia Strain with openers Bodysnatcher, Ingrown, Tribal Gaze, and No Cure at The Underground (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $33.30 plus
T.3 Broadway PopCappella Expialidocious Tour at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.28
Solemn Shapes, Vazum, Beauty, and Mostly Mesh at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.35
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