By CLTure
November 2, 2026
Monday, November 2
Luke Kuechly at Whataburger Gastonia (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Panthers legend and Hall of Famer Luke Kuechly will meet fans at Whataburger in Gastonia on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. for a free public appearance featuring photo ops, giveaways, Whataburger merch, food samples and an appearance by Panthers mascot Sir Purr. Kuechly spent all eight of his NFL seasons with Carolina, earning five first-team All-Pro selections and a place on the NFL’s 2010s All-Decade Team. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026 in August and received his Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence during halftime of the Panthers’ game against the Buccaneers in October.
The Bill Hanna Legacy Jazz Session at Petra’s (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $9.98
The Arcadian Wild with opener Addison Agen (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $32.75 plus
Charlotte Hornets vs. Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $25 plus
Coby White will make his 2026-27 season debut Monday night against the Detroit Pistons after missing the Hornets’ first seven games with a left calf strain. His return comes at a welcome time for Charlotte, who have lost three straight games and currently rank fourth in the NBA in turnovers per game, averaging 17.6. White’s return should give the rotation a significant boost, adding another scoring option and much-needed ball-handling and shot creation. White’s ability to attack the basket should create more spacing and kick-out opportunities for Brandon Miller and Naz Reid. Detroit enters the matchup with a 5-1 record, led by two-time All-Star point guard Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 22.2 points, 7.2 assists and 5.5 rebounds per game. The Pistons will be without center Jalen Duren, who is sidelined with a right hamstring strain, while guard Isaiah Joe is listed as day-to-day with a hip injury. The Hornets have lost eight of their last 10 meetings against the Pistons, including a 97-89 loss on October 28.
Sap, Sludge Mother, and Easterlin at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.77
Tuesday, November 3
Carolina Independent Film Collective at Independent Picture House (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Dirty Dancing: The Musical at Belk Theater (November 3-8)
Tickets: $47.02 plus
Nearly four decades after Dirty Dancing became a cultural phenomenon, the beloved story returns to the stage this week at Belk Theater with a new touring production. Set during the summer of 1963 at a Catskills resort, Dirty Dancing: The Musical follows Frances “Baby” Houseman, a young woman whose family vacation takes an unexpected turn after she meets Johnny Castle, the resort’s charismatic dance instructor. Based on the original 1987 film written by Eleanor Bergstein, the stage production brings the story to life with live music, choreography and songs from the movie, including “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” “Hungry Eyes,” “Do You Love Me?” and “She’s Like the Wind.” Directed by Lonny Price, who played Neil Kellerman in the original film, and choreographed by Darrell Grand Moultrie, the musical is also set to make its Broadway debut in February 2027, ahead of the original film’s 40th anniversary.
Oh! You Pretty Things, Watch Party, and I Hate Dave at Snug Harbor (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $12.00
Almost Homeless Comedy Tour at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $19.39 plus
Rod Wave with opener Fridayy at Spectrum Center (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $125.65 plus / Gametime: $104 plus
Following the release of his seventh studio album, Don’t Look Down, Florida rapper Rod Wave brings his latest tour to Spectrum Center with special guest Fridayy. Known for blending melodic hip-hop and trap with soulful vocals and introspective lyrics, Wave has built a devoted following with massive hits such as “Heart on Ice,” “Tombstone,” “Rags2Riches” and “Great Gatsby.” He has earned four No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, including SoulFly (2021), Beautiful Mind (2022), Nostalgia (2023) and Don’t Look Down (2026), along with eight consecutive Top 10 albums dating back to his 2019 debut, Ghetto Gospel. Philadelphia-born singer and songwriter Fridayy, best known for his hit “When It Comes to You” and collaborations with Lil Baby, Mariah the Scientist and Meek Mill, released his latest album, Tension, in August.
The Army, The Navy with opener Ella Woolsey at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $27.50 plus
Dear Hannah It’s Sadie From Maine, The Sourdrops, Chore Coat, and Rifle at Petra’s (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54
Wednesday, November 4
Wine & Yap with Just Grapes Wine Club at Harvey B. Gantt Center (6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
VOILÀ with openers Ella Red and Weathers at The Fillmore (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.50 plus
La’Trez Anderson at The Comedy Zone (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $48.96 plus
Charlotte Symphony On Tap at Triple C Brewing (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $47.02 plus
The Charlotte Symphony’s On Tap series brings live chamber music performances to local breweries and casual venues, offering audiences an opportunity to experience classical music in a relaxed, informal setting. The series returns to Triple C Brewing Company on Wednesday, featuring a program led by Resident Conductor Christopher James Lees and highlighting the orchestra’s wind players. The performance includes works by Bach, Kurka, Malcolm Binney, Adam Gorb, Holst, Mozart, Kevin Day and Haydn. Guests can also enjoy craft beer and food from the adjacent Izzy’s Wood Fired Kitchen.
Tabitha Meeks with opener Kate Cosentino at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $20.57
Dogwood Tales and Homemade Haircuts at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.00
Mike E. Winfield at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.77 plus
Comedian and actor Mike E. Winfield brings his observational humor and animated storytelling to The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s. Best known for his appearance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Winfield made his television debut on The Late Show with David Letterman, appeared as a warehouse worker in Season 8 of NBC’s The Office, and has film credits that include PIMP, alongside Keke Palmer and DMX, Ballbuster and Satanic Panic. With two hourlong stand-up specials, a half-hour special on Dry Bar Comedy and appearances on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Winfield has built a strong following with his relatable, everyday humor and engaging storytelling.
Thursday, November 5
ArtBreak: Woven Through Generations at Harvey B. Gantt Center (12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
The Harvey B. Gantt Center hosts ArtBreak: Woven Through Generations, a 30-minute midday docent-led tour exploring the cultural significance of textiles through the exhibition Sown Together: New Voices in Contemporary Art. The tour examines how contemporary artists use fabric, fiber, stitching and weaving to explore identity, heritage and storytelling while preserving Indigenous traditions and connecting generations through shared creative practices. Presented in collaboration with McColl Center, the program offers those working in and around Uptown an opportunity to experience the exhibition and discover how everyday materials can become expressions of cultural history and community.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Georgia State Panthers (Basketball) at Halton Arena (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17 plus
Switchfoot and Anberlin at The Fillmore (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $51 plus
Hot Water Music with openers Late Bloomer and Pretty Baby at Amos’ Southend (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $39.50 plus
Florida punk rock veterans Hot Water Music bring their decades-spanning catalog to Amos’ Southend, joined by Charlotte’s Late Bloomer and Pretty Baby. Formed in Gainesville in 1994, Hot Water Music has built a lasting following in the punk and post-hardcore scenes with albums such as A Flight and a Crash, Caution and The New What Next, along with its latest release, Vows. Charlotte’s Late Bloomer brings a melodic blend of punk and alternative rock, pairing catchy hooks with distorted guitars and high-energy rhythms, while local post-hardcore outfit Pretty Baby will bring tracks from their debut full-length album, Layaway Plot, released in April.
Liz Longley (solo) with opener Haley Mae Campbell at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $32.26
Mo Betta Thursdays at Great Wagon Road Distilling Company (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus
Victoria Monét at Ovens Auditorium (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $25 plus
Three-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, dancer and producer Victoria Monét brings her Frequency of Love Tour to Ovens Auditorium following the release of her latest album, Frequency of Love, on October 2. Before establishing herself as a solo artist, Monét built an impressive résumé as a songwriter, co-writing hits for Ariana Grande, including “thank u, next” and “7 rings,” as well as songs for Fifth Harmony, Nas, Brandy and Blackpink. She earned widespread acclaim with her 2023 debut album, Jaguar II, which featured the hit single “On My Mama” and helped propel her to three Grammy wins in 2024, including Best New Artist and Best R&B Album. Her latest 22-track project features collaborations with Bruno Mars, SZA, Bryson Tiller, Lucky Daye, Chlöe and Leon Thomas, and was co-executive-produced by Monét and longtime collaborator Darhyl “DJ” Camper, with additional production from D’Mile, KAYTRANADA, Tricky Stewart and Michaël Brun. Monét rescheduled her Charlotte performance and moved the show from Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre to Ovens Auditorium, citing “unforeseen production challenges.”
Tab Benoit with opener Jesse Dayton at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $42.25 plus
Colum Tyrrell at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s (November 5-7)
Tickets: $30.77
Paige Fish with opener Hank Garrett at Visulite Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $21.50 plus
Indie-pop and alternative country singer-songwriter Paige Fish returns to Charlotte following the release of her debut full-length album, Midnight Crisis, a 12-track collection of personal, diary-inspired songs. Fish, who began writing music as a child, gained wider attention with her 2023 single “26 and 24,” followed by releases including “Baby Blondie” and her 2025 EP, Wishful Thinking. Oklahoma City-born, Chicago-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Hank Garrett opens the evening with his own blend of folk and rock, drawing on a growing catalog that includes five EPs released since 2022 and his latest single, “Stay With Me.”
Friday, November 6
Artist Talk: Constellation CLT with Grace Stott at Mint Museum (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Goodyear Arts Fall Residency Showcase: Art Exhibition at Goodyear Arts (6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Checkers vs. Wilkes Barre Scranton Penguins at Bojangles Coliseum (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $31.90 plus
The Charlotte Checkers return home this weekend to host the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins for a two-game series, with Charlotte currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division. The Checkers enter the weekend following an impressive 5-4 overtime comeback victory over the Iowa Wild, rallying from a two-goal deficit in the third period before Gracyn Sawchyn scored the power-play winner. Friday’s game will include a special Military Appreciation Night ticket package featuring a commemorative long-sleeve shirt, while families can save $10 per ticket when purchasing four or more. The teams meet again Saturday at 6 p.m. for Hockey Fights Cancer Night, honoring those affected by the disease.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Boston Celtics (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.75 plus
Luenell at The Comedy Zone (November 6-7)
Tickets: $42.88 plus
Judah & the Lion with openers Breakfield and Band Of Silver at The Fillmore (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $51 plus
Judah & the Lion bring their blend of folk, alternative rock and roots-inspired pop to The Fillmore, with support from Breakfield and Band of Silver. The group’s latest album, I Am a Prism, arrived in August, marking a new chapter for the band. Fans can expect a mix of new material and familiar favorites, including the breakout singles “Take It All Back” and “Suit and Jacket.” Formerly known as Boy Named Banjo, Breakfield brings its harmony-driven blend of folk and country rock, while Nashville sibling trio Band of Silver rounds out the lineup with a high-energy sound drawing from classic rock, ’80s new wave and modern pop.
John R. Miller with opener Lou Hazel at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Sold Out
Mountain Grass Unit at The Underground (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30.80 plus
Groove 8, The Mystery Plan, and Brad Bridgers Fono at VisArt (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $10.00
Knox with opener Emi Grace at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $33.45 plus
Caiola with openers Bre Kennedy and Thomas LaVine (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $30 plus
MoFunGo, Pachanga 02, and Adrian Abarca at Petra’s (8:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54
Soul II Soul with DJ Justice at Event Masterz (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54 plus
Soul II Soul brings an evening of classic R&B and neo-soul to Event Masterz, with DJ Justice behind the decks for a celebration of the genre’s influential artists and sounds. The night highlights the music of the Soulquarians, a musical collective, and their extended circle, including D’Angelo, Erykah Badu, J Dilla, Bilal, The Roots, Common, Mos Def, Q-Tip and Talib Kweli. Presented by Radio Rehab Carolinas, Jazz n Soul Music and Cigar Connoisseur, the dance party runs from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., with advance general admission starting at $10 and table seating available for $20.
Pressing Strings, McKinney, and STEV at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $17.00
Pauly D at Trio Charlotte (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $31.48 plus
Ashley Cooke at Coyote Joe’s (11:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $26.83 plus
Saturday, November 7
EpicFest 2026 at ImaginOn (12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
EpicFest returns to ImaginOn on Saturday, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the free, family-friendly literary festival that connects children and families with books, authors and illustrators. This year’s event features eight nationally recognized children’s authors and illustrators, including Ben Clanton, Phuc Tran, Winsome Bingham, Kimberly Wilson, Ashley Belote, Susie Yi, T.Z. Layton and Brittany J. Thurman, with author presentations, book signings, family storytimes and activities throughout the day. Families can also enjoy a special theatrical performance of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie at noon, followed by a live performance by children’s musician Lucky Diaz at 3 p.m. Additional activities include face painting, a balloon artist, a scavenger hunt, book giveaways, and interactive literacy stations.
Front Porch Charlotte (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Cider Festival
Tickets: $35 plus
Carolina Renaissance Festival (October 3 -November 22)
Tickets: $37.99 (adults) / $23.99 (children 5-9)
The Carolina Renaissance Festival returns this fall for seven weekends of medieval-themed entertainment, featuring jousting, live performances, artisan vendors, food, games and interactive attractions. Running Saturdays and Sundays from October 3 through November 22, the festival brings a 16th-century-inspired village to Huntersville, featuring more than 1,000 performers and costumed characters, along with more than 140 shops offering handmade artwork, crafts and other goods. Visitors can catch multiple jousting matches throughout the day, as well as falconry demonstrations and the Living Mermaids attraction. The festival also offers a variety of activities and rides, including Da Vinci’s Flying Machine, Voyage to the New World, archery, axe throwing, the Pirate Assault Catapult and Vegetable Justice.
Filipino Food Fest and Tiangge at Urban District Market (12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Charlotte Checkers vs. Wilkes Barre Scranton Penguins at Bojangles Coliseum (6:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $31.90 plus
Yebba at The Fillmore (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $59.50 plus
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Yebba brings her first-ever headlining tour to The Fillmore following the release of her second studio album, Jean, in March. Known for her powerful, soulful vocals and genre-spanning sound, the Arkansas-born artist blends R&B, soul, gospel, jazz and pop, with newer influences from indie rock and folk. Yebba first gained widespread attention in 2016 after joining Chance the Rapper for his performance of “Same Drugs” on Saturday Night Live and has since collaborated with an impressive roster of artists, including Drake, Robert Glasper, Stormzy, A$AP Rocky, Sam Smith, Tyler, the Creator and Mark Ronson. Her 2021 debut album, Dawn, earned critical acclaim, while her collaboration with PJ Morton on “How Deep Is Your Love” won a Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Performance in 2019. Her latest 14-track release, Jean, showcases a more intimate and experimental side of her artistry, blending elements of soul, folk, gospel and indie rock while exploring themes of love, grief, forgiveness, faith and personal growth.
Little Big Town with opener Waylon Payne at Ovens Auditorium (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $41.95 plus
Kitchen Dwellers and Dogs In A Pile at Neighborhood Theatre (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $43.25 plus
20 Years of Improv Charlotte at Free Range Brewing (7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $13.54
Improv Charlotte celebrates its 20th anniversary with a special evening of unscripted comedy at Free Range Brewing, bringing together seven current team members and 10 returning performers for a family-friendly show made up entirely on the spot. Founded in 2006, the Charlotte-based troupe has spent two decades using improv comedy to entertain local audiences while supporting charitable organizations throughout the community. In keeping with that mission, 100% of the show’s profits will benefit Freedom Communities, a local nonprofit working to support families and strengthen neighborhoods along the Freedom Drive Corridor. The anniversary celebration also includes an after-party with opportunities to mingle and enjoy karaoke.
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Charlotte Symphony: Joshua Bell Plays Bruch at Knight Theater (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $47.02 plus
Idle Threat, The Undertaking!, Meadows, and The Johnston Flood at The Milestone (8:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.47 plus
The OBGMS with openers Te’Jani and Fury In Few at Snug Harbor (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $14.00
Toronto punk-rock band The OBGMs bring their Heart Problems Tour to Snug Harbor for a night of high-energy, genre-blending rock. Known for explosive live performances and a sound that draws from punk, hardcore, garage rock and hip-hop, the group has earned critical recognition for its albums The Ends and Sorry, It’s Over, the latter earning a spot on the 2025 Polaris Music Prize shortlist and a 2026 JUNO Award nomination for Alternative Album of the Year. The lineup also features Charlotte-based artist Te’Jani, whose self-produced blend of indie rock, progressive alternative and punk brings a homegrown sound to the bill, and Atlanta hard-rock duo Fury In Few.
Harvey Street with opener Charlie Lunsford at Visulite Theatre (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $55 plus
Sunday, November 8
Grown-Up Play Day at The Long Room (11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Unlisted Arts Market at Mint Museum Randolph (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Tickets: Free
Upcycle Arts debuts Unlisted Arts Market at the Mint Museum Randolph, bringing together more than 60 local artists and makers for an afternoon of handcrafted goods, fine art and creative activities. Shoppers can browse a diverse selection of work, including ceramics, jewelry, textiles, stationery, accessories and more, while discovering emerging artists alongside established Charlotte makers. The market will also spotlight 23 first-time vendors participating in Upcycle Arts’ First-Timer’s Market Program, a free initiative supported by a Wells Fargo grant that provides workshops and four months of mentorship to help emerging artists learn the business side of selling their work. Visitors can also enjoy live art, hands-on crafts, music and food and drinks from local vendors, including Black Cat Coffee, Aroma Coffee & Espresso, Latin Stop and Buckeye Wraps.
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Carolina Panthers vs. Denver Broncos at Bank of America Stadium (1:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $113.05 / Gametime: $51 plus
Black on the Block at Bojangles Coliseum Parking Lot (1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus (parking: $12)
Ally Tipoff at Spectrum Center (3:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $46.20 plus
The Ally Tipoff brings four nationally ranked women’s college basketball programs to Spectrum Center for a marquee doubleheader, highlighted by a showdown between Dawn Staley’s top-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks and the No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels. The afternoon opens with No. 25 NC State facing No. 14 Kentucky at 3 p.m., featuring a Wolfpack program that has reached multiple NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteens under head coach Wes Moore and a Wildcats squad led by senior All-American center Clara Strack. The 5:30 p.m. matchup brings together two of the sport’s most prominent programs, with South Carolina continuing its run among the nation’s elite after reaching six consecutive Final Fours from 2021 through 2026. Staley, a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer and former Charlotte Sting guard, has guided the Gamecocks to three national championships (2017, 2022 and 2024). On the opposing sideline, North Carolina head coach Courtney Banghart leads a Tar Heels program looking to challenge South Carolina in a nationally televised matchup on ESPN.
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The Wrecks at The Underground (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $33.30 plus
Charlotte Independence vs. Forward Madison FC at American Legion Memorial Stadium (7:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $15 plus
Maxx B at STATS (9:00 p.m.)
Tickets: $20 plus
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