By CLTure
June 23, 2025
Monday, June 23
Charlotte Checkers vs. Abbotsford Canucks (Calder Cup Finals) at Bojangles Coliseum (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.88 plus
The Checkers return home after a dramatic Game 5 win over the Abbotsford Canucks in the Calder Cup Finals. A clutch overtime goal from Jesse Puljujärvi lifted Charlotte to victory, bringing the series back to Bojangles Coliseum for Game 6 with Abbotsford leading 3-2. Game 5 marked the third overtime contest of the series, and with the home crowd ready to ignite the arena, the Checkers will look to force a decisive Game 7.
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, June 24
Bayern Munchen vs. Benfica (FIFA Club World Cup) at Bank of America Stadium (3:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.90 plus
311 with openers Badflower and Sitting On Saturn at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30 plus
Ledisi with special guest Marsha Ambrosius at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $65.95 plus
Grammy Award-winning R&B and jazz singer-songwriter Ledisi will perform at Ovens Auditorium with special guest Marsha Ambrosius. Best known for her songs “Alright,” “Anything for You,” and “Pieces of Me,” Ledisi also portrayed gospel legend Mahalia Jackson in Selma (2014) and again in Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story (2022). She released her 12th studio album, The Crown, on April 25. Joining Ledisi will be British R&B songstress Marsha Ambrosius — of Floetry fame — who recently released her fourth studio album, Casablanco, in 2024 through Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records.
The Goonies at Independent Picture House (7:15 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.25 plus
Wednesday, June 25
Hornets Draft Party at The Casey by Beau Monde (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
The Hornets’ official Draft Party will take place at The Casey by Beau Monde, featuring appearances by Hornets legend Kemba Walker, Brandon Miller, Hugo, the Honey Bees, and more. The event will also offer food, drinks, live music, giveaways, and, of course, the Hornets’ official first-round draft pick announcement. The first 200 fans will receive an exclusive cooler tote, and the Hornets Fan Shop will also pop up with the latest team gear and merch.
Connor Kelly & The Time Warp, Impending Joy, and Benz Birdz at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10 plus
Lisa Wallen at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Ringo Starr at Ovens Auditorium (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Coco Jones with opener Lady London at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $51.75 plus
R&B singer-songwriter and actress Coco Jones returns to Charlotte this week following the release of her debut studio album, Why Not More?, in April. The former Disney child star, who won a Grammy for her hit song “ICU,” also played the role of Hilary Banks in the modern reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Jones will be joined by Def Jam labelmate and rising rapper Lady London, a New Jersey native now based in Los Angeles.
Will Orchard, Alexa Jenson, and Elonzo Wesley at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.06
Jazz Night with The DJaM Collective at Camp North End (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Emanuel Wynter at Middle C Jazz (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $35.15 plus
Thursday, June 26
Tommy Prine with opener The Hill Country Devil at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25.57 plus
Tumbao at Snug Harbor (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus
Latin fusion ensemble Tumbao brings their electrifying blend of salsa, funk, cumbia, Latin rock, R&B, and psychedelic rhythms to Snug Harbor on Thursday night. Featuring nine seasoned musicians from a wide range of musical backgrounds, the group delivers a genre-defying sound and a vibrant, multicultural experience that connects with audiences of all kinds.
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $16.05 plus
Gary Owen at The Comedy Zone (June 26-28)
Tickets: $55 plus
Mo Betta Thursdays at The Exchange at 36th (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10
Mo’ Betta Thursdays is a weekly jazz event hosted by Braxton Bateman in collaboration with A-part[meant] — a boutique spotlighting contemporary womenswear, accessories, and local artwork. Held in the heart of NoDa at the market/bar The Exchange at 36th, the event brings together some of Charlotte’s top musicians for an evening of blues, funk, jazz, and soulful improvisation.
True Optimist and Modern Moxie at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.06
Street Car Takeover Charlotte at zMAX Dragway (June 26-28)
Tickets: $38 plus
Dori Freeman at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $12)
Boney James at The Amp Ballantyne (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $55 plus
Friday, June 27
Super Abari Night Market at Super Abari Game Bar (5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Kansas, 38 Special, and The Outlaws at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (6:15 p.m.)
Tickets: $30 plus
Sunny War with opener Ryan Lockhart at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $22 plus
Budding folk-punk singer-songwriter Sunny War will perform in Charlotte this week, following the February release of her latest album, Armageddon in a Summer Dress, through New West Records. After breaking through with her critically acclaimed 2021 album Simple Syrup, she has gone on to open for artists such as Booker T, Keb’ Mo’, Mavis Staples, Valerie June, and Angelique Kidjo. She also founded a Los Angeles chapter of Food Not Bombs to serve free vegan meals in Skid Row. Charlotte-based alt-country singer-songwriter Ryan Lockhart will open the show.
Austin McNeill and Ettore Buzzini at Camp North End (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Sons of Habit with opener Chace Saunders at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38 plus
Evergone with opener Over the Wire at The Evening Muse (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.06
Teen Wolf at Independent Picture House (9:15 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.25 plus
Independent Picture House is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the iconic films of 1985 this summer. This week, they’ll screen Teen Wolf, the cult coming-of-age classic starring Michael J. Fox as a high schooler, whose life changes when he discovers he’s a werewolf. Released in August 1985, Teen Wolf became a box office hit, earning over $80 million worldwide on a modest $4 million budget.
Carolina Open Air at Blackbox Theater (June 27-28)
Tickets: $76.56 plus
Rainy Eyes at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $12)
Noir Noir, Wine Pride, Somnium, and DJ Sway at Snug Harbor (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10 plus
Saturday, June 28
FIFA Club World Cup at Bank of America Stadium (4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $121 plus
Shell-abration of Suds and Summer with Topsail Steamer at Birdsong Brewing (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m)
Tickets: $93 plus (serves 2-3 people)
Topsail Steamer, the popular to-go seafood boil company, is bringing its signature coastal feast to Birdsong Brewing. Guests can choose from three dining slots — Early Lunch (1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.), Late Lunch (3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.), or Dinner (5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.) — to enjoy a delicious spread of snow crab clusters, peel-and-eat shrimp, red bliss potatoes, and corn on the cob, finished with plenty of butter and cocktail sauce. Buckets are available in two sizes: the Low Tider (serves 2-3) and the High Tider (serves 4-5), with optional upgrades like lobster tails, clams, and scallops. Seating is first-come, first-served, so it’s best to arrive early to grab a table and a brew.
Alternative Junkie Market at Common Market South End (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Shop the Yard! at Victoria Yards (12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Pride in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph (5:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Pride in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph returns this weekend to celebrate love, unity, and LGBTQ+ pride. The free, all-ages event will feature a vibrant mix of live music, performances, and interactive art set against the museum’s front terrace, complete with food trucks and a cash bar. This year’s headliners include Carlos Dwayne, GEREM3, Tramel, Kash Kyla, J.R. McDonald, and Tre Darian Daniels, with additional performances by Shawn Westley, Ishon Da Realest, Lamar, and DJ Tonto.
Sound of Music at Carolina Theatre (2:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $16.05 plus
ASÉ Wrestling at Slingshot Social Game Club (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.51 (adult) $13.35 (children)
Founded by independent professional wrestler “The Revolutionary” Darius Lockhart, ASÉ is a Black-owned professional wrestling event series. The production returns to Charlotte with “Return of the King” at Slingshot Social Game Club, featuring a main event showdown between ASÉ Men’s Champion “The All Father” Darius Carter and Lockhart himself. Other marquee matchups include Cedric Alexander facing off against “The Gifted One” Yahya, along with the continuation of the ASÉ Women’s Championship Tournament. WWE legend Jazz and AEW star Kaun will also be on hand for special appearances, alongside a stacked lineup featuring Suge D, Kiera Hogan, Faye Jackson, Savannah Evans, Joseline Navarro, The Audacity, Reyhan Inteus, Darian Bengston, and Owen Knight.
Scott Miller at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.44 plus
All The Feels at The Music Yard (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.54
HAUSER at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $30 plus
Croatian cellist Stjepan Hauser, best known as one half of the acclaimed duo 2CELLOS, will bring his electrifying fusion of classical and contemporary music to Charlotte this weekend at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre. Renowned for blending timeless masterpieces with modern hits, Hauser’s 2020 solo album Classic, recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra, debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s classical chart. His global appeal has taken him to some of the world’s most prestigious stages — from New York’s Carnegie Hall and Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium to London’s O₂ Arena, Paris’ Accor Arena, Munich’s Olympiahalle, Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, and beyond.
Simplified at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free (parking: $12)
Three Dog Night at Ovens Auditorium (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $67.45 plus
Sunday, June 29
Bubba Dub at The Comedy Zone (6:00 p.m. + 8:45 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Camden Commons in South End (11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Camden Commons returns to South End, transforming Camden Road into a lively, family-friendly block party for all ages. The event features local businesses, games, photo ops, food, and drinks with opportunities to shop, play, or just unwind with friends.
Deore, Dazy Bea, and Dylan Gilbert at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12 plus
Summer Pops at Symphony Park (8:15 p.m.)
Tickets: $22.21 (adults) $6.16 (13-18) Free (12 and under)
Pedro Fernandez at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $83.95 plus
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