By CLTure
July 27, 2026
Monday, July 27
Kenny Lattimore and Mindi Abair at Middle C Jazz Club (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $156.15 plus
MLS NEXT All-Star Game at Mecklenburg County Sportsplex (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (with registration)
MLS All-Star Week competitions start on Monday with the free MLS NEXT All-Star Game, as 44 of the top youth soccer players from the United States and Canada compete in an East vs. West showcase at Mecklenburg County Sportsplex in Matthews. Gates open at 6 p.m. ahead of the 7:30 p.m. kickoff, with festivities including player meet-and-greets featuring Charlotte FC Homegrown players Nimfasha Berchimas and Aron John, local food trucks, music, games, and family-friendly activities. Admission is free with advance registration, and the match will also stream live on the MLS YouTube channel.
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The Bill Hanna Legacy Jazz Session at Petra’s (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.98
FUDGE with opener Winston Avenue at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Melanie Martinez with opener Haute & Freddy at Spectrum Center (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $57.70 plus
Multi-platinum alt-pop artist Melanie Martinez brings her tour to Charlotte on Monday night with opening act Haute & Freddy. Rising to fame as a contestant on The Voice in 2012, Martinez has cultivated a devoted global following through her theatrical blend of dark fantasy, alternative pop, and cinematic storytelling. Since releasing her breakthrough debut album, Cry Baby, in 2015, she has scored fan-favorite hits including “Dollhouse,” “Pity Party,” “Soap,” “Play Date,” and “Void,” while expanding her creative universe through companion films for K-12, 2023’s Portals, and this year’s Hades, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. London-based glam-pop duo Haute & Freddy will open the show.
Tuesday, July 28
Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics at Truliant Amphitheater (6:45 p.m.)
Tickets: $35 plus
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Blume Studios (July 7 – August 16)
Tickets: $28.26 plus
(7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $18.70 plus
The 2026 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge takes over Truist Field on Tuesday night, bringing MLS and LIGA MX stars together for five fast-paced competitions testing shooting, passing, goalkeeping, crossbar accuracy, and teamwork before culminating in the Skills Challenge Relay. The event will feature international stars including Son Heung-min, Thomas Müller, Keylor Navas, Evander, Petar Musa, Tim Ream, and Richard Ledezma, along with special appearances from former NFL star Chad Ochocinco, YouTube creators FaZe Rug and Celine Dept, and actor Danny Ramirez. Gates open at 6 p.m. ahead of the 7:30 p.m. start, with champions crowned in each individual competition before the night concludes with the MLS vs. LIGA MX relay showdown.
Pretty Baby, Process Sleep, Ruminations, and Marigold at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.35 plus
L’Eclair, Charlie Chimi, and Bravo Pueblo at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.00
Wednesday, July 29
Quinn Sullivan at Middle C Jazz Club (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $36.35 plus
Blues guitar prodigy and singer-songwriter Quinn Sullivan performs at Middle C Jazz Club on Wednesday night. The Massachusetts native first gained national attention at age six, appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and sharing stages with blues legends including Buddy Guy and B.B. King before releasing his debut album at just 12 years old. Now with five studio albums, including his latest release, Salvation (2024), Sullivan has built a strong career blending blues, rock, and soul.
Cam Bertrand at Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
The Dead Bolts and Cab Ellis at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38
MLS All-Star Game at Bank of America Stadium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $89.79 plus
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game takes place in Charlotte on Wednesday night as MLS All-Stars take on the best players from Mexico’s top soccer league, LIGA MX, at Bank of America Stadium. The showcase will bring together some of MLS’ biggest stars, including Son Heung-min, Thomas Müller, Evander, Hany Mukhtar, Petar Musa, and Charlotte FC’s Tim Ream, Pep Biel, and Ashley Westwood. The match will also feature a halftime performance by Grammy Award-winning artist and Seattle Sounders FC co-owner Ciara. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET, with the MLS All-Star Game streaming live on Apple TV.
Kail Lowry at The Fillmore (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $53 plus
Bop Theory Jazz Jam with Blackhawk Quintet at Eighty Eights (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
MA, The Oyster, and Camp Calico at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Thursday, July 30
Dude Perfect at Spectrum Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $47.70 plus
Phylicia Dshea at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Charlotte Crown vs. Greensboro Groove at Bojangles Coliseum (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.65 plus
The Charlotte Crown return home after a long road stretch, taking on the Greensboro Groove on Thursday and the Jacksonville Waves on Sunday. The Crown are coming off a four-game winning streak and have won nine of their last 13 road games, now sitting in second place in the UPSHOT League standings. Former UNC star Deja Kelly currently leads the league with 17.8 points per game and 4.0 assists, while Schaquilla Nunn has played a major role in the team’s turnaround, averaging 10.4 rebounds per game since joining the team on June 3.
Hustle Souls at Whitewater Center 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free (parking: $13)
Mean Girls at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $16.05
John Mellencamp at Truliant Amphitheater (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27.50 plus
John Mellencamp brings his greatest hits to Charlotte on Thursday night with a stop at Truliant Amphitheater as part of his summer tour celebrating his legendary career. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee will perform with his full band, delivering a career-spanning set featuring timeless classics including “Jack & Diane,” “Small Town,” “Hurts So Good,” and “Pink Houses,” along with fan favorites he hasn’t performed live in years. The heartland rocker, known for his vivid storytelling and songs rooted in the lives of working- and middle-class Americans, has sold more than 25 million albums in the U.S. and helped define a generation of rock. Mellencamp is also the co-founder of Farm Aid alongside Willie Nelson and Neil Young.
Ghais Guevara, Student 1, and Seven Saturdè at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.22
Crossroads Cinema: The Lion King at Camp North End (8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Mo Betta Thursdays at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15.00
Mo’ Betta Thursdays, the weekly jazz series curated by Braxton Bateman at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company, showcases some of Charlotte’s top musicians, the series blends jazz, R&B, soul, and hip-hop through dynamic live improvisation and boundary-pushing performances, creating a memorable musical experience each week.
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Nostalgia hosted by Lloyd at RSVP South End (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25.09 plus
Friday, July 31
Knothole Foundation’s Free Baseball & Softball Clinic at The Stick Williams Dream Fields (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Panthers Fan Fest at Bank of America Stadium (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $6.30
The Panthers’ annual Fan Fest returns to Bank of America Stadium on Friday, giving fans their first look at the 2026 team during an open training camp practice. The family-friendly celebration will also feature performances from Panthers entertainment teams, pre-event activities, a post-practice autograph session, and a fireworks and laser show finale. Gates open at 5 p.m. ahead of the 7:30 p.m. practice start, with the first 10,000 fans receiving roster flip cards and activities including a rock-climbing wall, photo booth, crafts, games, and a letter-writing station.
Le Youth at The Music Yard (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.01
Madison Hughes at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $13)
Tone Bell at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (July 30 – August 1)
Tickets: $28.92 plus
David Ramirez with opener Thomas Csorba at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.44
Tiny City, Alla Prima, and Warp Street at Petra’s (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.42
Prism Social: Global Dance at Sip City Market & Bottle Shop (9:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $10 plus
Prism Friday: Global Dance brings a celebration of movement to Sip City in partnership with Global Lynk, a Charlotte-based global music platform focused on connecting communities through international sounds and experiences. The event will feature a special guest DJ from Mexico City alongside Global Lynk founder and international DJ King Iven and PRISM favorite Meechie, with a global mix of house, Afro House, Amapiano, Latin sounds, baile funk, and more creating a borderless dance floor experience.
Vincent Ingala at Middle C Jazz Club (July 31 – August 1)
Tickets: $56.15 plus
Corey B at The Comedy Zone (July 31 – August 2)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Kream at Blackbox Theater (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $41.02 plus
Norwegian electronic duo KREAM brings their melodic tech house and dance-pop sound to Blackbox Theater. Formed by Bergen, Norway brothers Daniel and Markus Slettebakken, KREAM has built a global following with their cinematic DJ sets, including the acclaimed LIQUID : LAB YouTube series, while amassing more than a billion streams worldwide. After breaking out in 2015 with a viral SoundCloud remix of Tove Lo’s “Talking Body,” the duo signed with Big Beat/Atlantic Records and went on to release hits including “Taped Up Heart” featuring Clara Mae, “Deep End,” “Decisions,” and “L I E S” with Steve Aoki, while also producing remixes for artists including SZA, Travis Scott, Kate Bush, and The Weeknd.
Greenwood Rye at The Evening Muse (10:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.57
Saturday, August 1
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at South Park Mall (10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Drawn From Life – A Photography & Digital Illustration Workshop at Harvey B. Gantt Center (12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54
Drawn From Life: Photography & Digital Illustration Workshop invites participants to explore the intersection of photography and digital art through a hands-on creative experience. Led by teaching artist Malaysha Belton, a visual artist, educator, and creative storyteller, the beginner-friendly workshop will guide attendees through capturing portraits and candid photos before transforming their images into personalized digital artworks. Participants will experiment with illustration techniques, digital tools, color, textures, typography, and visual storytelling while exploring themes of identity, imagination, and self-expression. The workshop is designed for all skill levels and provides participants with the opportunity to share their final artwork and receive a digital copy of their creation.
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Front Porch CLT in FreeMoreWest (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Crown vs. Savannah Steel at Bojangles Coliseum (4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.65 plus
ASÉ Wrestling at Piedmont Open IB Middle School (5:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.48 plus
ASÉ Wrestling presents “Black August,” bringing an action-packed night of professional wrestling and live music to Piedmont Open IB Middle School. Founded and curated by independent wrestler Darius Lockhart (“The Revolutionary”), the card will feature all ASÉ championships on the line, including the ASÉ Men’s Championship, Women’s Championship, and Tag Team Championships, along with grudge matches, a musical performance from Braxton Bateman (and friends) and DJ BLACKASTHECOSMOS curating the vibes. The night’s featured matchups include ASÉ Men’s Champion Darius Carter defending his title against Yahya, who is cashing in his “The World Is Yours” Championship opportunity, and Savannah Evans challenging Charity King for the ASÉ Women’s Championship. The 17th ASÉ Wrestling production will also include a singles match between Billy Dixon and Lockhart.
Jack Blocker at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $13)
Charlotte Independence vs. One Knoxville SC at American Legion Memorial Stadium (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10 plus
Hilary Duff with openers La Roux and Jade LeMac at Truliant Amphitheater (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $167 plus / Gametime: $113 plus
Hilary Duff brings her long-awaited comeback tour to Truliant Amphitheater on Friday night, marking her first major headlining run in more than a decade. The multi-platinum singer and actress will perform fan-favorite hits spanning her pop career, including “Come Clean,” “So Yesterday,” “Wake Up,” “With Love,” and “Sparks,” alongside selections from her studio albums. Joining her are special guests La Roux, the Grammy Award-winning electronic pop act behind “Bulletproof” and “In for the Kill,” and rising Canadian singer-songwriter Jade LeMac.
Park After Dark at The Spoke Easy (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
LANiiDae with openers with openers American Theory, Enemies and Allies and Ghost Choir at Amos’ Southend (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.30 plus
Tame Impala with opener Djo at Spectrum Center (August 1-2)
Tickets: Sold Out / Gametime: $166 plus
Coming off the release of their fifth studio album, Deadbeat, Tame Impala makes their long-awaited Charlotte debut with back-to-back shows at Spectrum Center this weekend. The Australian psychedelic rock band, led by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker, is known for their dreamy blend of psychedelic rock, synth-pop, and electronic, as well as visually stunning live shows. Over the past decade, Tame Impala has become one of the most influential acts in modern music, collaborating with artists including Rihanna, Travis Scott, The Weeknd, Dua Lipa, and Gorillaz. Opening both nights is Djo, the musical project of actor and musician Joe Keery, best known for his role as Steve Harrington in Stranger Things and his viral hit “End of Beginning.”
In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience at Blume Studios (August 1-16)
Tickets: $93.78 plus
Jay D. Jones at Stage Door Theater (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $47.02 plus
Hermanos Espinoza at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $35.78 plus
Hermanos Espinoza bring their música Mexicana sound to Ovens Auditorium this weekend. Hailing from the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, brothers Joel (vocals and accordion) and Leonel Espinoza (bajo sexto) have quickly emerged as one of the genre’s breakout acts with viral hits such as “Prueba de Fuego” and “Dios Por Delante.” After growing up working in their family’s Mexican restaurants and teaching themselves to play music, the duo earned millions of streams and is now coming off the release of their debut studio album, LINAJE, showcasing their authentic norteño sound to a rapidly growing fanbase.
Felicity with openers Seneca Burns and Between Two Trees at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $18.70 plus
Harm, Sunshower, The Johnstown Flood, and Mindvac at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Motocrossed, Loose Green, and Chore Coat at Petra’s (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54
Sunday, August 2
The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes at Ovens Auditorium (4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.88 plus
Actor Cary Elwes brings The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening to Charlotte for a special night celebrating the beloved 1987 film. Following a screening of The Princess Bride, Elwes — who portrayed Westley — will share behind-the-scenes stories, never-before-heard anecdotes, and memories from the making of the cult classic during a moderated discussion with the audience. Also known for his roles in Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Saw, Twister, Stranger Things, and the Mission: Impossible franchise, Elwes offers fans a rare opportunity to revisit one of cinema’s most beloved fairy tales through his eyes.
Charlotte Crown vs. Jacksonville Waves at Bojangles Coliseum (2:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.65 plus
David Benoit at Middle C Jazz Club (5:00 p.m. + 7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $81.15 plus
Bobby Nsenga at Blackbox Theater (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.37
Bobby Nsenga brings his acclaimed “living room” mixes to Blackbox Theater for a special performance showcasing his innovative approach to music curation. Known for his popular YouTube videos featuring intimate couch-side DJ sessions, where he blends classic records and contemporary favorites from his home turntables, Nsenga has built a passionate global following through his Playlist Series and Nsenga Sundays Series, which have amassed nearly 90 million views. After taking his signature sound on the road with The Bobby Nsenga Experience in 2023, the music curator continues to tour his live experience.
Johnny Manchild and The Poor Bastards, Friend of a Friend, and Karma and the Killjoys at The Evening Muse (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.57
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