PDA: An Art Show Friday, February 3, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus PDA is an interactive performance and visual art exhibition that dives into the individual experience of affection. Artists from diverse backgrounds will work with a variety of media to explore different concepts of how […]
The Muggles Market Sunday, February 5, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Queens Sports Complex 2229 Tyvola Rd. Charlotte, NC 28210 Tickets: Free (canned goods or $2 donation to Second Harvest Metrolina recommended) The Muggles Market is a festival of geeky artisans of all fandoms (not just Harry Potter). It’s a place where you […]
Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds and Bearden/Picasso: Rhythms and Reverberations February 11 - May 21, 2023 Mint Museum Uptown 500 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $20 plus Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds and Bearden/Picasso: Rhythms and Reverberations opens at the Mint Museum Uptown with live music, a cash bar and a curator presentation […]
Charlotte Oddities & Curiosities Expo 2023 February 18-19, 2023 Charlotte Convention Center 501 S College St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $10 plus The Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You'll find items such as taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted […]
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater February 21 - 22, 2023 Belk Theater 130 N. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $29.50 plus The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is a dance company founded in 1958 by dancer, director, choreographer, and activist, Alvin Ailey. The dancers of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dazzle with their technical […]
African American Heritage Festival Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Charlotte Museum of History 3500 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215 Tickets: Free Join Charlotte Museum of History to celebrate African American heritage and culture on Saturday, February 25 with a performance by Destiny Stone, local food vendors, a college fair, and […]
Romare Bearden and Jazz Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Mint Museum Uptown 500 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free JazzArts Charlotte teams up with the Mint Museum to present a special “informance” that explores Bearden’s roots and relationship with jazz, and works of art that were influenced by […]
Charlotte Symphony: Pablo + Igor March 10 + 11, 2023 Knight Theater 430 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $19 plus Chilean-Italian conductor Paolo Bortolameolli joins the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra to lead an exploration of music and art inspired by Pablo Picasso collaborators and some of his favorite works, including two ballets he designed […]
March Front Lawn Friday with with SeeBirdGo and Hey Richard Friday, March 17, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. McColl Center 721 N Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free ($10 Suggested Donation) McColl Center's Front Lawn Friday returns this month, opening its doors for weekend kick-off with food and drinks on the lawn […]
SlamCharlotte Poetry Jam Friday, March 17, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Goodyear Arts 301 Camp Rd #200 Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free (with registration) Blumenthal Performing Arts' monthly Poetry Slams are hosted by SlamCharlotte, Charlotte’s own three-time national championship team of spoken word poets. SlamCharlotte strives to promote poetic growth, performance enhancement, and increased camaraderie among […]
Fresh2Death: Urban Outsiders Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Neighborhood 511 E 36th St. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $20 plus Fresh2Death: Urban Outsiders is an all-day festival showcasing fashion, art, food, music and culture, founded by Davita and Dion Galloway of DUPP&SWAT in partnership with Blumenthal Performing Arts. The music lineup […]
Carolina Custom Video Game and Pinball Event Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Super Abari Game Bar 1015 Seigle Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Super Abari Game Bar will showcase arcade games and pinball machines uniquely created by Charlotte and Carolina game makers. Working with Central Piedmont Community College and […]
Astro Pop Mural + Music Festival Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. The Chamber by Wooden Robot 416 E 36th St STE 100 Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free admission Astro Pop Mural + Music Festival returns to The Chamber by Wooden Robot for their second annual art and music event featuring […]
Jazz Room: An evening with Branford Marsalis (Romare Bearden Revealed) Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Knight Theater 430 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $30 plus The Mint Museum and JazzArts Charlotte presents a special one-night-only Jazz Room event with three-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, Branford Marsalis and his quartet. […]
ConstellationCLT: Opening Reception + Artist Talk Holly Keogh: Overlaps and Interlockings Friday, June 2, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Mint Museum Uptown 500 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free Join ConstellationCLT artist Holly Keogh and curator Jamila Brown in conversation about Keogh’s installation Overlaps and Interlockings, with a DJ and cash […]
Back To The Streets: An Art Show Friday, June 2, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus Back To The Streets s a show focused on bringing the elements of urban lifestyle, graffiti, b-boys/ b-girl culture, and hip-hop/punk art into the gallery space. The art show will feature […]
HeroesCon Kick-Off Party at Super Abari Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Super Abari Game Bar 1015 Seigle Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $10 plus The official HeroesCon Kick-Off Party returns to Super Abari Game Bar on Thursday, June 15 for a fun night of video games, food trucks, comic book […]
HeroesCon 2023 June 16-18, 2023 Charlotte Convention Center 501 S. College St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $35 plus Founded in 1982 by Shelton Drum (owner of Heroes Aren’t Hard to Find comics shop), HeroesCon returns to Charlotte Convention Center. Famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, the convention boasts an incredible guest list of exhibitors […]
Art After Dark: Hip Hop Turns 50 Friday, June 16, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Harvey B. Gantt Center 551 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free On June 16, the Harvey B. Gantt Center hosts an evening celebrating one of Black culture’s greatest creations: hip-hop. Although four hours could never do […]
Juneteenth Jam 2023 Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Levine Avenue 430 S. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free It’s time to sound the alarms for freedom at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Jam. Bring out the entire tribe for a free day of non-stop fun with music, art, history, eats […]
Fire Works: An Art Show Friday, July 7, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus Fire Works is an art show exhibiting works by nine local illustrators: Saiga, K.C. Roberge, Sam Pitzer, Joey Navarra Jr., Quincy Woodard, Sam Woodson, ArgozArts, Fauxcus, and Bethany Salisbury. The evening will also […]
The Vault Opening Celebration Saturday, July 15, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mint Museum Uptown 500 S Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free Celebrate the opening of the exhibition The Vault curated by Jessica Gayle Moss, exhibiting the private collections of four prominent Black couples: Judy and Patrick Diamond, Nina and James […]
Burlesque 3000 - Summer Edition Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Booth Playhouse 130 N.Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $35 plus A burlesque show designed for the 21st century, this modern production evokes the sights and sounds of legendary Vaudeville, combined with the sensual and seductive trappings of the French […]
Summer Print Fest - An Art Show Friday, August 4, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus Summer Print Fest brings together local printmakers for an art show with framed pieces displayed on the gallery walls and select prints for sale. The art exhibit opening will also feature […]
Mad Monster Expo 2023 August 25-27, 2023 Embassy Suites 5400 John Q. Hammons Drive NW Concord, NC 28027 Tickets: $35 plus The Mad Monster Expo 2023 returns to Concord August 25-27. Meet celebrity guests, attend Q&As, photo-ops, shop with merchants of macabre from all across the country. Check out the full schedule, list of vendors and special […]
Hattie's 2023 Summer Bash Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 2 p.m. Hattie's Tap & Tavern 2918 The Plaza Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Hattie's Tap & Tavern host their 2023 Summer Bash featuring a whole hog roast, drink specials, and live music featuring performances by King Cackle, Thousand Dollar Car, Whiskey Richards, Lil Skritt, The […]
Mosaic Reveal and Open House Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Belk Theater Plaza 130 N. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free More than 11,000 photos were collected and transformed into a new mural celebrating the arts in Charlotte. A collaborative art installation will be unveiled as the Blumenthal “B” mural overlooks Belk […]
Art After Dark: Wearable Renaissance Friday, September 8, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Harvey B. Gantt Center 551 S. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free Inspired by The Gantt's latest exhibition, my Presence is Present: interpretations of afrosurrealism from the American South, Art After Dark celebrates with a digital-hybrid fashion show, fabric […]
Festival in the Park September 22-24, 2023 Freedom Park 1908 East Blvd Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: Free Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing art, music, food and entertainment to Charlotteans and visitors from around the region. Celebrating the 59th year of the festival, 2023 will feature over 150 artists, live music and […]
Festival of India Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Belk Theater (5th and N. Tryon) 130 N Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: $6 plus For over 25 years, Festival of India has drawn thousands of visitors from Charlotte and neighboring counties to showcase the diversity of Indian culture and its […]
Latin American Festival Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Amp Ballantyne 11115 Upper Ave. Charlotte, NC 28277 Tickets: Free The Latin American Coalition presents the 33rd annual Festival Latino Americano for the first time at The Amp Ballantyne in south Charlotte. The event will feature authentic cuisine from several representing […]
Carolina Renaissance Festival September 30 - November 19 Carolina Renaissance Fest 16445 Poplar Tent Rd Huntersville, NC 28078 Tickets: $32 for adults (ages 13+) and $20 for children (ages 5-12) Travel back in time as a 25-acre field in Huntersville transforms into the village of Fairhaven and history comes alive with castles, cottages, kitchens, and […]
DUSK Finale Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Plaza Midwood Gordon Street Alley + Legion Brewing Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Plaza Midwood’s DUSK event series will celebrate their finale on Saturday, October 14 with two stages of entertainment and community vendors. Performing on the Gordon Street Alley Stage from 2 […]
Festival Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead Festival) Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Camp North End 1774 Statesville Ave. Charlotte, NC 28206 Tickets: Free Levine Museum of the New South and the Latin American Coalition present Festival Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead Festival, a […]
The Hip Hop Museum Tour Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Norfolk Hall 2905 Griffith St. Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: Free (must RSVP) In the ongoing celebration of hip hop’s 50th anniversary, Mass Appeal, the Universal Hip Hop Museum, and Cîroc are bringing a free traveling exhibit to multiple cities including […]
NoDa Hood Holiday Market Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Divine Barrel Brewing 3701 N Davidson St. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: Free Enjoy shopping with over 100 local vendors, artisans, craftsmen, and small businesses at the NoDa Hood Holiday Market. Guests will also enjoy delicious food trucks, DJs, beer, cocktails, and […]
Petra's 5th Annual Staff & Friends Art Show Friday, December 1, 2023 at 8 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus Petra’s 5th Annual Staff and Friends Art Show will feature works by the staff and friends of Plaza Midwood's beloved venue. There will also be performances by Flannelmouth, Elonzo Wesley, […]
Queen City Nerve's 2023 Best in the Nest Party Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Norfolk Hall 2905 Griffith Street Charlotte, NC 28203 Tickets: $30 plus Charlotte's Queen City Nerve celebrates their five-year anniversary and 2023 Best in the Nest winners with an evening full of live music, art, food, and […]
MLK Day 2024 at Harvey B. Gantt Center Monday, January 15, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Harvey B. Gantt Center 551 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Tickets: Free The Gantt's MLK Day celebration is themed around "truth and reconciliation." Celebrating the Harvey B. Gantt Center's 50th year, the 2024 MLK Day programming […]
Deep Cuts: An Art Show Friday, April 5, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. Petra's 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205 Tickets: $7 plus Deep Cuts, an art show at Petra's in Plaza Midwood, will feature the works of several local artists recreating their favorite album covers. The evening will showcase a bevy of talented Charlotte artists […]