By CLTure
November 11, 2025
Monday, November 10
Pure Adult, Pop Music Fever Dream, and Patois Counselors at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Above and Beyond at Discovery Place (October 18 – April 19)
Tickets: $23.95 (adults) $18.95 (children 2-13)
Take flight and explore the wonders of aviation and space travel in Above and Beyond, an interactive aerospace exhibition that celebrates the innovations that have shaped flight. From the earliest dreams of the Wright brothers to today’s space exploration and tomorrow’s cutting-edge technologies, the experience brings the past, present, and future of aerospace to life. The adventure begins in a wraparound theater before expanding into five themed galleries filled with interactive stations. Visitors can design and test-fly a supersonic jet, pilot a drone through the eye of a hurricane, experience the sensation of flying like a bird or futuristic wing-flapping aircraft, and even take an elevator ride to the edge of space. With hands-on design challenges, simulations, storytelling, and an expansive multitouch timeline, Above and Beyond invites visitors of all ages to explore the frontiers of flight.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers at Spectrum Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $78.06 plus
The Everest Enigma with author and explorer Mark Synnott at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $34.55 plus
Join explorer and climber Mark Synnott at Carolina Theatre for a memorable evening as he shares stories from Mount Everest and his investigation into the mystery of George Mallory and Sandy Irvine’s 1924 expedition. Travel with him from historic archives to the icy slopes of the world’s highest peak in this captivating live event.
Vortxz, Bedroom Division, and Cassettiquette at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.65
Tuesday, November 11
Ak’Chamel with opener Andy the Doorbum at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Dave Potter & Retro Groove at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.42
Young 9 Foundation Sneaker Gala at Fahrenheit (6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
A gala hosted by Bryce Young and the Young 9 Foundation, celebrating sneaker culture while raising awareness and funds for mental wellness. Guests will enjoy skyline views, a four-course dinner, live entertainment, and celebrity servers for a memorable night of charity. All proceeds will support youth mental health through the Young 9 Foundation and its partner organizations.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Davidson (Men’s Basketball) at Halton Arena (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10 plus
The Brudi Brothers with The Wildmans at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Wednesday, November 12
Charlotte Hornets vs. Milwaukee Bucks at Spectrum Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25 plus
The Milwaukee Bucks come to town on Wednesday night to face a Hornets team that has dropped three of its last four without LaMelo Ball. Rookie Kon Knueppel has been on a record pace with the Hornets’ top scorers sidelined, becoming the first player in NBA history to total 150-plus points and 30-plus three-pointers in the first 10 games of his career. Despite Knueppel’s emergence, Miles Bridges’ increased scoring output, and fellow rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner shooting 80.8 percent from the field with 2.3 blocks per game, the Hornets sit at 3-7. They will look to get back in the win column against a Bucks team that ranks fourth in field goal percentage with newly acquired big man Myles Turner, who was signed in the offseason.
From Ashes To New, Magnolia Park, Until I Wake, and Not Enough Space at The Underground (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $73.94 plus
Kashus Culpepper with opener Landon Smith at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.70 plus
The Two Lips with opener Niko Rubio at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $31.05 plus
Los Angeles-based indie dream pop duo Two Lips, consisting of best friends Jewlz and Andrea, will headline Neighborhood Theatre. Best known for their 2024 hit single “Still Love You,” the duo signed with Island Records in 2025 and released a seven-song EP, Girl, C’mon!, on November 7. They’ll be joined by Mexican-Salvadoran-American indie pop artist Niko Rubio as the opening act.
Ariel Elias at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15.38 plus
Graham Barham with Highway Home at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
The Motet with Sam Fribush Organ Trio at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27 plus
Javier Pizarro, Beacon & The Perseids, and Camp Calico at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Thursday, November 13
Dax with opener RVSHVD at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $40.55 plus
The People vs. Larry Flynt at Independent Picture House (November 13-16)
Tickets: $9.25 plus
Brandy, Monica, Kelly Rowland, Muni Long, and Jamal Roberts at Spectrum Center (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $97.70 plus
Brandy and Monica, 90s/2000s R&B icons best known for their 1998 multi-platinum hit “The Boy Is Mine,” are co-headlining a national tour, stopping in Charlotte this week with Kelly Rowland and Muni Long. Brandy, a Grammy-winning artist with over 40 million records sold, is also known for her role on Moesha and as Cinderella alongside Whitney Houston. Monica, her former foe turned friend, released her debut album at 14, is a cornerstone of late-90s R&B with hits like “Don’t Take It Personal (Just One of Dem Days)” and “Angel of Mine.” The tour celebrates their iconic careers, sisterhood, and the fans who have supported them from day one, following their highly anticipated 2020 Verzuz reunion.
Gavin Adcock, Lee Brice, Runaway June, Shane Profitt, and Vincet Mason at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $79.90 plus
Auburn vs. Coastal Carolina (Hockey) at Truist Field (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $18 plus
Southern Christmas Show at Park Expo (November 13-23)
Tickets: $20 plus
Step into Santa’s Workshop and embrace the holiday season with lights, festive décor, and cheer around every corner. Kids can send a letter to Santa and share their holiday wishes, while parents can stroll through the sparkling Christmas Tree Lane, explore the charming Olde Towne shopping village, and discover holiday decorating inspirations. The NC Wine Pavilion offers tastings from regional wineries, and artisans and crafters present unique, handmade gifts. Enjoy live holiday performances, miniature train displays, photo opportunities with Santa, and plenty of seasonal treats, from warm strudel to Christmas cookies.
Bobcat Goldthwait at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $29.16
Praise. with Maximillian at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38
Rhythm & Roots: Jazz, Blues, and You at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $96.15 plus
Celebrate music, history, and philanthropy Thursday night at the Carolina Theatre with blues legend Mac Arnold, who joins local artists for an evening honoring Charlotte’s Black philanthropic legacy. Experience moving tributes to visionaries such as Attorney James Ferguson, Elizabeth Randolph, Lethia Jones Henderson, and Jimmie and Minnie McKee, while enjoying inspiring performances that showcase the impact of “Black Giving Back.”
Jutes with opener Scarlet House at Amos’ Southend (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Geoffrey Asmus at The Comedy Zone (November 13-15)
Tickets: $30.76 plus
Mo Betta Thursdays at Bo’s on NoDa (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15.00
Mo’ Betta Thursdays is a weekly jazz experience curated by Braxton Bateman in collaboration with A-part[meant]. Hosted at Bo’s on NoDa, 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.
Groove 8 with Pam Taylor & the Flyin’ V at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.42
Friday, November 14
VTGCLT Pop at Elizabeth on Seventh (November 14-16)
Tickets: Free
Leon Thomas with opener Ambré at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $234 plus (Gametime: $182 plus)
R&B singer-songwriter Leon Thomas, best known for his 2024 breakout hit “Mutt,” returns to Charlotte this week for a sold-out show at The Fillmore. The former Nickelodeon star and Broadway actor gained fame as Andre Harris on Victorious and appeared in Broadway productions The Lion King and The Color Purple before launching his music career. As part of the production duo The Rascals, Thomas has co-written and co-produced tracks for SZA, Ariana Grande, Drake, Rick Ross, Babyface, and Toni Braxton, winning his first Grammy Award for Best R&B Song for co-writing SZA’s hit “Snooze.” Thomas’ debut EP, Genesis, dropped in 2018, followed by his albums Electric Dusk and Mutt, the latter earning his first No. 1 on the R&B charts. He will be joined by New Orleans R&B/hip-hop artist Ambré, signed to Roc Nation.
Rikki Rakki, Flannelmouth, and Jupiter2 at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Tomorrow’s Problem with Fudge at The Evening Muse (10:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.06
Woody, Mantra, and Creatures of the Sun at Petra’s (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.42
Charlotte’s Woody, a laid-back slacker rock and alt-country band, will perform at Petra’s on Saturday night in Plaza Midwood. Led by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist John Carstarphen, the band released its debut full-length album, Bull Fightin’ Betty, in June, blending whiskey-soaked Americana and dreamy pop harmonies with a distinctly pastoral charm. They’ll be joined by Charleston indie rockers Mantra and Charlotte’s Creatures of the Sun.
Rasheed Chapell, Kil Ripkin, Grumpy Hustla, Jamaal Matters, and Clinch at Starlight 22 (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus
The Life and Music of George Michael at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.25 plus
South Carolina vs. North Carolina (Hockey) at Truist Field (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $18 plus
The 704 Outdoor Faceoff brings six college hockey games to Truist Field this month. An outdoor rink will be set up on the diamond, giving fans a unique view from the stadium’s seating bowl. The series kicks off Wednesday, November 13, with Auburn vs. Coastal Carolina at 7:30 p.m. South Carolina faces North Carolina on November 14, followed by Alabama vs. NC State on November 15. The following week features Georgia Tech vs. East Carolina on November 20, Georgia vs. Virginia Tech on November 21, and Appalachian State vs. UNC Charlotte on November 22.
Falllift with openers BLUZ, Elizabeth McCorvey, and John Brewster at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12 plus
Playboi Carti with openers Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely, Homixide Gang, and Apollo Red at Spectrum Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $48.95 plus
Mac Ayres at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $42.10 plus
R&B/jazz fusion singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Mac Ayres returns to Charlotte this week. Best known for his songs “Easy” and “Slow Down,” Ayres’ sound blends classic and contemporary R&B, soul, and jazz-infused pop. At his live shows, he combines lush live instrumentation with modern production touches, incorporating subtle lo-fi textures, dreamy synth layers, and chill beats.
Night Cap at The Music Yard (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27.62
Walker Hayes with opener Shane McAnally at Ovens Auditorium (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $37.30 plus
Saturday, November 15
D Smoke with openers Ben Kenobe and Jaxs at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.80 plus
D Smoke, the Inglewood rapper and 2019 Rhythm + Flow champion, brings his North American tour to Charlotte this week. The Grammy-nominated artist, older brother of Top Dawg Entertainment’s SiR and cousin of Tiffany Gouché, released his third studio album, Wake Up Supa, in August. Best known for his debut album Black Habits and collaborations with Robert Glasper, John Legend, Ari Lennox, and more, D Smoke delivers a dynamic blend of sharp lyricism and soulful storytelling. Opening the show are DMV’s Ben Kenobe and Charlotte’s JAX, a top-five finalist on Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow in 2024.
The Great Carolina Oyster Roast at Carolina Butcher and Beer Garden (1:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $44.52
Nodahood Holiday Market (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Renaissance Festival (October 3 – November 23)
Tickets: $37.99 (adults) $23.99 (children ages 5-12)
Enjoy the Renaissance Festival in the Village of Fairhaven in Huntersville, an annual autumn retreat where history comes to life for visitors of all ages. The wooded village features over 140 artisans in an open-air marketplace, and attendees can explore games, rides, archery, the Pirate’s Assault Catapult, the world’s largest rocking horse, and a petting farm. Savor a wide array of festival foods, including confections, meats, stews, sandwiches, beer, wine, and more. Entertainment takes place across 16 stages, featuring music, dance, comedy, vaudeville, and circus performances. Jousting tournaments are held three times daily in the Queen’s arena, alongside falconry displays and appearances by mermaids, fairies, and dragons.
Camisole, The Montaines, Willingdon, and Fullish at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Garrison Keillor Tonight at Carolina Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $56.75 plus
Charlotte Hornets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at Spectrum Center (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $40.78 plus
The Hornets will debut their 2025-26 City Edition uniforms on Saturday night against the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The design pays homage to Queen Charlotte and her love of botany, connecting it to Carolina’s deep passion for basketball. Featuring bright orange, yellow, and blue hues inspired by the Bird of Paradise flower — also known as Strelitzia reginae, named in honor of Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz — the Hornets will wear the new City Edition Remix uniforms for 12 home games this season.
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Alabama vs. NC State (Hockey) at Truist Field (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $18 plus
Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour (Comedy) at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $49.81 plus
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $50.50 plus
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet celebrates its 33rd annual tour as a beloved holiday tradition for families. In 2025, the production returns to over 100 cities, bringing world-class ballet, Broadway-level sets and costumes, and vibrant choreography that blends classical dance with puppetry and acrobatics. Featuring award-winning principal dancers, a corps of 40 Vaganova-trained ballerinas and danseurs, and immersive elements like 10-foot-tall puppets and intricately hand-painted backdrops, the show delivers a spectacular holiday experience.
Mama’s Broke with Chris Acker at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.44
Lily Vakili, The Spyrals, and Friend of a Friend at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.14
Monaleo at Superstarz CLT (10:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $59.20 plus
AfroPop at Crown Station (9:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.)
Tickets: $10.91 plus
Jared Freid (Comedian) at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $42.50 plus
Basic Printer with opener Leilani Kilgore at The Evening Muse (10:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.38
Sunday, November 16
Future Now Public Talk with Elizabeth Semmelhack at Mint Museum Randolph (1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Discover the future of footwear with Elizabeth Semmelhack, Director and Senior Curator of the Bata Shoe Museum, at Mint Museum Randolph. Semmelhack, one of the world’s leading shoe historians, will explore why shoes matter, what they reveal about us, and how designers are shaping the kicks of tomorrow. The talk complements the Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks exhibition, which showcases innovative and forward-thinking footwear.
Dying Wish, Static Dress, Gouge Away, Orthodox, and BOLTCUTTER at The Underground (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $28.25 plus
Terrian with opener Aaron Cole at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.44
Bobby Nsenga at Blackbox Theater (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Bobby Nsenga, a DJ and music curator known for his blend of soul, hip‑hop, and jazz in “living‑room” style mixes for intimate spaces, will perform at Blackbox Theater on Sunday. Nsenga has built a reputation for thoughtful pacing across genres, drawing on international rhythms and crafting sets that resonate both musically and emotionally.
OsamaSon with opener Ohsxnta at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $42.50 plus
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