Your CLTure Guide to the Best Events happening in Charlotte this Week

By CLTure

July 21, 2025

Monday, July 21

Architects with openers Erra and Holywatr at The Fillmore (7:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $57.50 plus (Gametime: $45 plus)

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, July 22

Russ, Big Sean, and Sabrina Claudio at PNC Music Pavilion (7:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $40.50 plus

Independent rapper Russ brings his Into The W!LD Tour to Charlotte, joined by Detroit’s Big Sean and R&B star Sabrina Claudio. Russ — one of the most successful indie artists of the past decade — released his latest album, W!LD, in June. Big Sean dropped his most recent full-length, Better Me Than You, in August 2024, while Sabrina Claudio unveiled her new album, Fall in Love with Her, in June.

The Wallflowers with opener Jackson Melnick at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $64.54 plus

Troubleshoot, Dime, In An Instant, and Cursejar at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $12.35

Mick Foley at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $48.48 plus

Mick Foley, wrestling’s ultimate raconteur, is hitting the road again with his first one-man show tour in three years. Packed with brand-new material, the show offers an unfiltered look into the wild stories, unforgettable matches, and behind-the-scenes moments that shaped his legendary career. Fans can look forward to a special treat at the end of each show: a 30-minute Q&A session where they can pick Mick’s brain about life inside and beyond the squared circle. Known for his unique mix of humor, heart, and fearless honesty, Foley promises a night of laughs, astonishing stories, and touching reflections.

Niner Nights at Clutch Kitchen and Pour House (6:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free (with RSVP)

Glom with opener Drook at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $12.00

Strutman Lane with opener Dazy Bea at Petra’s (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $15.70 

Wednesday, July 23

Gaming through the Ages at Blume Studios (6:30 p.m.) 

Tickets: $15.06

Decode University: The ABCs of True Collaboration at The Gantt (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

Tickets: Free 

Everyday People: SLY and The Family Stone Tribute Featuring Mandyl Evans and John Dillard at Middle C Jazz (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $37.25 plus

John Dillard and his all-star band pay tribute to Sly and the Family Stone, the groundbreaking group that blended soul, rock, funk, and gospel to create timeless hits like “Dance to the Music” and “Everyday People.” Alongside Mandyl Evans, Alex Austin, Mark Black, Brad Wilcox, Joe Lindsay, Teddy Johnson, and Rodney Shelton, Dillard will perform the iconic songs of this revolutionary band. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and recipients of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Sly and the Family Stone’s music and message continue to resonate and inspire.

Gabriel Rutledge (Comedian) at The Comedian (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $24.24 plus

Ryan Adams at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $81.27 plus

Widely Grown at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.) 

Tickets: $17.06



Actor Observer, Water Culture, Dull Mourning, and YTHGRP at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $14.47

HIDAZE, M143, Ghost Brain, and Alright at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $12.00

Thursday, July 24

EST Gee at The Underground (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $37.10 plus

Whiskey Myers, Josh Meloy, and The Droptines at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (6:30 p.m.)

Tickets: $49 plus

Todd Rundgren at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $48.44 plus

Todd Rundgren, a multifaceted artist whose career spans over five decades, returns to Charlotte this week. From his early days with The Nazz to his solo work on Something/Anything? — an album he famously recorded entirely by himself — Rundgren has shaped rock music as a songwriter, producer, and innovator. His work with the band Utopia helped define progressive rock and power pop, while his production credits include artists like Patti Smith and Meat Loaf.

The Goonies at Carolina Theatre (7:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $16.05 

Royal Improv Festival at Stage Door Theater (July 24-26) 

Tickets: $21.81 plus

The 2025 Royal Improv Festival returns to Charlotte July 24–27 at the Stage Door Theater. Presented by Queen City Comedy, this four-day event features local and national improv groups, workshops, and improv jams. Highlights include performances by Cul-De-Sac Improv, Improv Charlotte, and Shameless Society Improv. The festival celebrates spontaneous comedy and community creativity, offering something for both longtime fans and newcomers to the art form.

Mike Strauss Band at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free (parking: $12)

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 Charlotte 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 jazz, R&B, soul, and hip-hop improvisation.

Friday, July 25

Hudson Westbrook at The Underground (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $209 plus

Friday Nights at Camp: Dynasty & Friends + Janelle Sy’mone at Camp North End (6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)

Tickets: Free

Goo Goo Dolls and Dashboard Confessional at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (7:30 p.m.)

Tickets: $93.60 plus (Gametime: $71 plus)

Charlotte welcomes the Summer Anthem Tour this week, featuring two bands that helped shape the alternative rock landscape of the ’90s and early 2000s. The Goo Goo Dolls, led by John Rzeznik, built their legacy on a string of enduring hits — “Iris,” “Name,” “Slide,” and “Black Balloon” — combining melodic rock with deeply emotive lyrics. Dashboard Confessional’s Chris Carrabba, meanwhile, became a defining voice of emo, with raw, heartfelt anthems like “Vindicated,” “Hands Down,” and “Screaming Infidelities,” that captured a generation.

Erick Baker at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)

Tickets: $31.96

Kenny George Band at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free (parking: $12)

Big Time Wrestling featuring Sting at Truist Field (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $29 plus

The Charlotte Knights present Big Time Wrestling at Truist Field on Friday, July 25, headlined by WWE Hall of Famer Sting. With 26 championship titles and four Pro Wrestling Illustrated “Most Popular Wrestler of the Year” awards, Sting returns to Charlotte — a city rich in wrestling history. In what will likely be his final year appearing in full gear, the event features eight hard-hitting matches in a ring set up atop home plate, with autograph sessions and photo opportunities starting at 5:00 p.m. and bell time at 8:00 p.m.

Arnez J at The Comedy Zone (July 25-27)

Tickets: $36.36 plus

The Jokes Aside, String Lights, and Samuel Samuel at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $12.27

Intocable at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $83.95 plus

Seven Year Witch and The Simplicity at The Evening Muse (10:30 p.m.)

Tickets: $17.06

Jacob Lattimore at Stats (9:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $23.18 plus

Saturday, July 26

Wooden Robot Brewing’s 10th Anniversary at The Chamber NoDa (2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free

Charlotte’s beloved Wooden Robot Brewery marks a decade of craft brews and community with an anniversary party at The Chamber in NoDa. The celebration will feature special beer releases, local makers, food trucks, and live music from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Browse the 36th Street Market from noon to 4:00 p.m., catch sets from Luke Pascal, Deejay LoTek, and DJ Skid — and the dog costume contest from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (proceeds benefit Billie’s Buddies). Fuel up with Deejai Thai and The Tacoverse food trucks while you raise a glass to 10 more years of Wooden Robot.

RnB Mimosa Festival at Romare Bearden Park (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $49.86 plus

Su Casa at Rozzelles Ferry Landing (10:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $10 plus

Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, Charles Wesley Godwin, and Willow Avalon at PNC Music Pavilion (4:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $30 plus

Outlaw Music Festival returns with a lineup that bridges generations, headlined by Willie Nelson, the country icon whose restless spirit embodies the festival’s freewheeling ethos. Sharing the stage is legendary folk songwriter Bob Dylan, whose poetic lyrics and timeless songs continue to resonate decades on. They’ll be joined by red-dirt standouts Turnpike Troubadours, rising Appalachian storyteller Charles Wesley Godwin, and newcomer Willow Avalon — rounding out a bill that celebrates both the roots and the future of Americana music.

Charlotte Independence vs. Richmond Kickers at American Legion Memorial Stadium (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $13 plus

Weird Al Yankovic at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (8:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $56.35 plus

The king of musical parody, Weird Al Yankovic, brings his irreverent blend of comedy and musicianship to Charlotte this week, continuing a career that’s delighted audiences for more than four decades. Famous for his clever twists on pop hits like “Eat It,” “Amish Paradise,” and “White & Nerdy,” Yankovic’s live shows deliver costume changes, satirical video breaks, and plenty of accordion-fueled nostalgia. Fans can expect deep cuts, beloved classics, and the quick wit that’s cemented him as pop culture’s most enduring musical satirist.

Sabaidee Fest at Superstarz CLT (8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.) 

Tickets: $50 plus

ASÉ Wrestling at Slingshot Social Game Club (5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $13.35 plus

Independent wrestler “The Revolutionary” Darius Lockhart brings ASÉ Wrestling back home for its milestone 10th event in Charlotte. This wrestling showcase blends live music and high-energy action, with DJ Steel Wheel spinning all night. The free, all-ages event kicks off with a 5:00 p.m. pre-show featuring two matches. The main card includes a Pan-Afrikan World Championship match — Suge D vs. “The Cameroon Prince” Bishop Kaun — plus the ASÉ Women’s Championship Tournament, a tag team match between Uglee Gang and The Audacity (Saieve Al Sabah and Treehouse Lee), and more. Fans can meet wrestlers like Jonathan Gresham, Savannah Evans, Charity King, and Lockhart himself. Each kid’s ticket comes with a free $10 game card for Slingshot Social’s arcade, making it a family-friendly night of wrestling and community.

Big Richard at Whitewater Center (7:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free (parking: $12)

Kash’d Out with opener Sensamotion at The Music Yard (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $21.54

Charlotte FC vs. Toronto FC at Bank of America Stadium (7:30 p.m.) 

Tickets: $35.70 plus

Riding a three-match winning streak, including a 3-2 win over interstate rival Atlanta United, Charlotte FC returns home this week looking to strengthen their playoff push against Toronto FC. Midfielder Pep Biel has been in top form, earning MLS Team of the Matchday honors after notching 10 goal contributions in his last five games — part of an impressive 22 goal involvements in just 23 regular-season matches, tied for fourth-best in the league. Toronto FC, meanwhile, comes in on the back of a loss to Nashville and sits 12th in the Eastern Conference. Charlotte already holds the upper hand in the season series, having defeated Toronto 2-0 back in late May. The Crown will look to keep momentum rolling at The Fortress as the playoff race heats up.

Shy Blossom with opener Wilde Green at The Evening Muse (10:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $17.06

Belis with openers S6farie, Spook, Lil Degen, and Depreston at Snug Harbor (10:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $19.00

Charlotte hyperpop/hip-hop artist Belis headlines Snug Harbor this Saturday night, joined by local rappers S6farie, Spook, Lil Degen, and Depreston. Best known for her breakout track “pretty without the r,” Belis has kept up the momentum as one of Charlotte’s rising indie artists with a string of recent music videos, including “GUCCI,” “FOCUS,” and “NORMALLY.”

Valentino Khan at Blackbox Theater (10:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: $17.13 plus

Sunday, July 27

Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End (12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) 

Tickets: Free

Charlotte Peruvian Festival at Symphony Park (12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) 

Tickets: $10 plus

Since 2019, Charlotte Peruvian Festival has blossomed into a vibrant celebration of Latin culture, inviting the community to come together through food, music, and traditional dance. The vibrant festival honors Peru’s rich heritage and fosters connection among families, friends, and neighbors from all backgrounds. The event showcases the pride of Peruvian traditions while welcoming everyone to share in the warmth and spirit of the culture.

Beartooth, Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, I Prevail, The Devil Wears Prada, and The Amity Affliction at PNC Music Pavilion (3:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $30 plus

Chuck Prophet and his Cumbia Shoes at Neighborhood Theatre (7:00 p.m.)

Tickets: $37.25 plus

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