By CLTure
January 26, 2026
Monday, January 26
Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center (3:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25 plus
Spamalot at Belk Theater (January 20-27)
Tickets: $46.58 plus
Spamalot gallops into Charlotte this week at Belk Theater, bringing Monty Python’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy back to the stage. Lovingly ripped off from Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the show delivers non-stop laughs with flying cows, killer rabbits, cheeky French taunters, dancing girls, and the unforgettable Lady of the Lake, all set to beloved songs like “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life,” “The Song That Goes Like This,” and “Find Your Grail.” With a book and lyrics by Eric Idle and music by John Du Prez and Idle, Spamalot is a fast, ridiculous, and joyfully irreverent night at the theater.
Tuesday, January 27
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra On Tap at Lenny Boy Brewing Company (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.36 plus
Will Overman and Grady Spencer at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.14 plus
Agriculture, Knoll, and Dollhaver at Snug Harbor (8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.00
Los Angeles metal band Agriculture will play Snug Harbor following the release of their latest album, The Spiritual Sound, released in October. They’ll be joined by Tennessee-based avant-garde grindcore band Knoll and Charlotte’s own Dollhaver, a death metal band formed at UNC Charlotte, consisting of vocalist and guitarist Kai Harris, drummer Anderson Lyle, guitarist Nash, and bassist Paul Mather.
Wednesday, January 28
Custom Shop + Rada Collab Dinner at Custom Shop (5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Reservations
Jazz Classics with the Charles Craig Trio at The Gantt (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 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.
The Lovell Bradford Trio (Lovell Bradford, Butler Knowles, and Malcom Charles) at VisArt Video (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Motion City Soundtrack, Say Anything, and Sincere Engineer at The Fillmore (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $56 plus
Thursday, January 29
Snow Strippers, Anna Luna, and OK at The Fillmore (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $126 plus / Gametime: $108 plus
Adam Ezra Group at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38
Amber Autry at The Comedy Zone (January 29-31)
Tickets: Sold Out
True Loves at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Seattle-based instrumental funk/soul band True Loves will play Visulite Theatre on Thursday night. Known for their grooves, tight musicianship, and modern take on classic ’60s and ’70s funk, what began in 2014 as a jam session between drummer David McGraw, bassist Bryant Moore, and guitarist Jimmy James has blossomed into a formidable musical force. Featuring percussionist Iván Galvez, trombonist Greg Kramer, and saxophonists Gordon Brown and Skerik, the band’s live performances have garnered fans across the country.
Malik B at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (January 29-31)
Tickets: $30.09
Petrov, Street Lamp, Bonfire, Weymouth, and Horse Island at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.47 plus
Mo Betta Thursdays One-Year Anniversary at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Mo’ Betta Thursdays is a weekly jazz experience curated by Braxton Bateman in collaboration with A-part[meant]. Hosted at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company, the series showcases some of Charlotte’s finest musicians, blending jazz, R&B, soul, and hip-hop through dynamic live improvisation and genre-bending grooves.
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Friday, January 30
Charlotte Symphony: Prokofiev & Schumann at Knight Theater (January 30 – February 1)
Tickets: $77.54 plus
The Ocean Blue with opener The Mystery Plan at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $36.85 plus
Ma (EP Release Show) with openers Dazy Bea and Chase Zilba at Petra’s (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.98
Genre-blending Charlotte indie rock singer-songwriter Ma will celebrate the release of his new EP at Petra’s. Having performed at open mics around the city before releasing his first solo EP, Ghost, in May 2025, he is set to release his debut full-band EP this week, performing with his band, which includes Timothy Chandler Hicks (drums) and Brett Ennis (bass). Also on the bill are Charlotte indie pop singer-songwriter Dazy Bea and Chase Zilba.
Wink by Jen Silverman at Booth Playhouse (January 30 – February 1)
Tickets: $34.19 plus
Chemical X, Pleasure House, and Her Pilots at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Peter Antoniou: Psychic Comedian at The Comedy Zone (9:45 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Peter Antoniou’s fascination with superpowers began at just nine years old, when he set out to master the impossible: reading minds. Two decades of study with psychologists, hypnotists, psychics, magicians, and shamans have honed his extraordinary abilities, blending comedy with jaw-dropping mental feats that leave audiences both amazed and laughing. From London’s West End to America’s Got Talent, Antoniou has become an international sensation, captivating audiences at comedy clubs, blue-chip companies, and even for royalty, with a performance style that combines humor, mind-reading, and audience interaction.
Logan Crosby with opener Kyle Schuesler at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25.35 plus
Off With Their Heads, The Slow Death, Smug LLC, and Late Bloomer at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.83 plus
Marie Vaunt at Blackbox Theater (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27.51 plus
Do The Right Thing at Independent Picture House (January 30-31)
Tickets: $11.75
Saturday, January 31
PuppetPalooza 2026 at ImagineOn (10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Checkers vs. Providence Bruins at Bojangles Coliseum (1:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.88 plus
Charlotte Mini-Con at Blume Studios (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.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.
Chinese Lunar New Year Cultural Fair at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church (1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Jazz at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Conservancy (6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $49 plus
Charlotte Hornets vs. San Antonio Spurs at Spectrum Center (12:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $61.75 plus
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs will be in town as the Hornets are starting to heat up, winning eight of their last 13 games with an average margin of victory of 25.5 points in those eight wins. Brandon Miller is also on a tear, shooting 54.1% from the field and 44.6% from three-point range, averaging 24.6 points over his last seven games. The Hornets hit the road to face the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday and the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday before returning home on Saturday. This will be the second time Wemby plays in Charlotte, as the Spurs are currently ranked second in the Western Conference standings.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Rice Owls (Men’s Basketball) at Halton Arena (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $11 plus
Couch with opener Thumber at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
Tailgate with Luke Kuechly at Sonesta (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $250 plus
Join Panthers legend Luke Kuechly, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year and one of the greatest linebackers in franchise history, for a fun-filled evening of food, football, and community spirit — all in support of ALS United North Carolina. Enjoy great food, exciting raffles, a silent auction, and lively football conversation with Kuechly while making a meaningful impact. Your support helps the more than 1,000 North Carolinians living with ALS, sustaining free Care Services programs and funding critical research to find a cure.
Jarrod Lawson at Middle C Jazz (6:00 p.m. + 8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $62.15 plus
Jackyl with opener Chris Lafferty Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $41.30 plus
Zainab Johnson at The Comedy Zone (January 31 – February 1)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Harlem-raised stand-up comedian, actor, and writer Zainab Johnson, named one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics To Watch in 2019, will perform two shows this weekend at The Comedy Zone. Drawing on her unique perspective as one of thirteen siblings in a Muslim family, Zainab delivers comedy that blends personal storytelling, sharp observational humor, and insightful reflections. Listed by Vulture as one of “The Comedians You Should and Will Know of 2025,” she co-hosted Netflix’s 100 Humans (2020), has a recurring role on Amazon Prime’s Upload, and has appeared on History of Swear Words, Launchpad, Ramy, and the YouTube Originals children’s series Tab Time. In 2023, she released her hour-long Amazon special Hijabs Off and has performed at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and Just For Laughs in Montreal.
Added Color, Syndicate99, and DJ Spider at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.00
Krewella at Trio Charlotte (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.44 plus
The Culture 2000 Tour at Belk Theater (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $88.70 plus
Orchestra Noir’s Culture 2000 Tour delivers a unique concert experience that fuses classical music with early 2000s hip-hop and R&B hits. The Atlanta-based ensemble is known for its virtuoso musicianship, dynamic arrangements, and genre-defying performances that bring urban classics to life through orchestral interpretation. Directed by Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers, Orchestra Noir has captivated audiences across the country with nostalgic, electrifying shows that blend symphonic precision with the energy and spirit of the streets.
Sunday, February 1
Charlotte 49ers vs. East Carolina Pirates (Women’s Basketball) at Halton Arena (3:00 p.m.) Tickets: $4 plus
Charlotte Punk Flea Market at Snug Harbor (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (Postponed)
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.
Drunken Prayer at Thirsty Beaver Saloon (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
The Movement and Tropidelic at Neighborhood Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.70 plus
Charlotte Checkers vs. Providence Bruins at Bojangles Coliseum (1:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.88 plus
The Checkers will play a home back-to-back against the Providence Bruins, celebrating mascot Chubby’s birthday on Sunday, with groups of four saving $10 per ticket. Charlotte enters this weekend’s games having won their last three contests, currently sitting third in the Atlantic Division, while Providence holds first place. The Checkers are on their second seven-game point streak of the 2025-26 season, going 6-0-1 during that stretch. They’ve scored 41 goals in their last seven games (5.86 per game), ranking fourth in the AHL in goals per game and leading the Atlantic Division.
Vincent Bryant at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.09
Midsummers, Black Cherri, Applefield, and Bittersuite at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.35
Hannah Berner at Ovens Auditorium (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $48.13 plus
Comedian and podcaster Hannah Berner brings her None of My Business Tour to Ovens Auditorium on Sunday. The Brooklyn-raised comedian briefly trained as a professional tennis player in Florida before earning a degree at the University of Wisconsin. She first gained attention working at the digital media company Betches and appearing on seasons 3-5 of Summer House. Berner is also the co-host of the podcasts Giggly Squad (with Paige DeSorbo) and Berner Phone (with her husband, Des Bishop), which together have garnered over 100 million downloads. Her Netflix stand-up special We Ride at Dawn (2024) premiered at No. 2 on the platform’s charts.
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