As we say goodbye (hopefully!) to the last of the cool weather in Charlotte, things are heating up around the city with plenty of things to do for everyone. Catch a live show, paddle down the Catawba, learn about the gorgeous blooms that color the Queen City and celebrate Earth Day with friends and family.
Also, a friendly reminder from the team at Scoop…In person Early Voting starts on 4/28! Check out QC Nerve’s Voting Guide for everything you need to know.
Thursday:
Ham4Ham Ticket Lottery
Closes Thursday, April 21 at 12:00p
Don’t throw away your shot! Download the official Hamilton app and enter the Ham4Ham lottery for your chance at winning $10 tickets to one of the upcoming performances April 26 – May 1.
Waitress at Booth Playhouse
Now through Sunday, May 22
Waitress is back at Booth Playhouse! Meet Jenna, a waitress and talented pie maker stuck in a small town, who finds the chance to escape through a baking contest. Tickets are available now for shows running through May 22. READ OUR FULL WRITE UP HERE for a little insider scoop.
Thursday Evening Paddle Series with Catawba Riverkeeper
Thursday’s through May
Get a closer look at Belmont’s riverfront park, Kevin Loftin Park, while paddling along the Catawba River with scientist Rob Nelson as your guide. Registration is required.
Uptown Live at D9 Brewing
Thursday, April 21, 5:00p – 9:00p
Head to D9 Brewing Uptown this spring for their new Uptown Live series. Celebrate the upcoming weekend with live music, food trucks and pop-up shops – plus one of your favorite local brews.
Opening Reception: Black Gaze at VAPA
Thursday, April 21, 6:00p – 9:00p
Visit the Light Factory’s new location at VAPA and check out ‘Black Gaze’, an ongoing exhibition featuring the work of six emerging Black photographers.
Friday:
Horticulture Highlight Walk at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Friday, April 22, 11:00a
Stroll through Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden and get an in-depth looks at what’s growing with a member of the horticulture team. New plans are featured each month and be sure to dress for the weather. Registration is required.
Ballantyne Movie Night: Earth Day Edition
Friday, April 22, 5:00p – 9:00p
Support Keep Charlotte Beautiful and celebrate Earth Day with an evening in Ballantyne’s Backyard. Dinner and drinks will be available for purchase on-site and Disney’s WALL-E will be featured on the big screen at sunset.
Saturday:
ArtWalk CLT with Lo’Vonia Parks
Saturday, April 23, 12:00p
Tour Historic West End’s art scene with artist/illustrator Lo’Vonia Parks and founder of ArtWalksCLT Anne Low. Participating in the walk is free but registration is required.
Billy Joel at Bank of America Stadium
Saturday, April 23, 8:00p
Don’t miss your chance to see legendary singer/songwriter and piano-master Billy Joel on stage at Bank of America Stadium. Tickets are on-sale now!
Charlotte Kids Fest
Saturday, April 23, 11:00a – 4:00p
Another Queen City favorite is back in person this year at UNCC! Explore six zones full of fun and wonder during Kids Fest and spend a day learning, dancing, discovering, playing, creating and going!
BOOM Charlotte
April 23 in Plaza Midwood
BOOM Charlotte seeks to showcase artists from various disciplines including theater, dance, music, spoken word, comedy, film, visual art, public art installations and more.
BOOM art experiences are a movement that believe in the explosive power of art to unite and strengthen our community. We believe art is transformational and can bridge traditional divides between social classes, races, and nationalities.
BOOM Charlotte is a space where all types of art converge. Expect the usual mix of:
- BOOM Fringe, experimental original art performed in intimate settings.
- BOOM Intersection, a broad range of art performed on a central stage for all to enjoy.
- BOOM Street, various types of art experiences that people happen upon as they walk around the festival.
African American Festival
Saturday, April 23 – 10:00 am to 9:00 pm at The Grady Cole Center
The 8th Annual Charlotte African American Festival (CAAF) is a celebration of the rich heritage and accomplishments of African-Americans.
The festival will include exhibits, musical performances, art, literature, food, dancers, drummers, a pageant, speakers, vendors, and special awards and recognition. Proceeds raised by the festival will support African- American educational and cultural programs in Charlotte. Special features will be:
The Brooklyn Showcase, Reunion and Celebration Concert – The Black Wall Street Exhibit – The Black Knowledge Initiative Book Drive – The Motherland Exhibit – The Out of Africa Fashion Shows – – The Underground Railroad – The Black History Walk of Fame -The Ashanti Pageant
Dino & Dragon Stroll at The Park Expo
Saturday, April 23 & Sunday, April 24
Go back in time for an awesome adventure strolling among everyone’s favorite prehistoric creatures and meet some of those that only live in our imaginations. Tickets are on-sale now.
PAWpose 2022
Saturday, April 23
Join Purpose CLT for a PAWty with your best four-legged friends at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew in Steele Creek! Tickets are available now; please note, only furry children are allowed at this 21-and-over event.
Charlotte Earth Day
Saturday, April 23, 10:00a – 3:00p
Head to First Ward Park for a day of celebration, music, dancing and more – all in honor of the great planet that we call home. Enjoy an opening parade, sing-a-longs, performances, kids activities and more!
Davidson Football Spring Game
Saturday, April 23, 6:00p – 8:00p
Get your first look at the 2022 Davidson Wildcats football team during this exciting, spring intra-squad scrimmage. Local food trucks and craft beer will be available on-site as well as family-friendly activities for all.
El Toro Bruto Pop-Up Breakfast Tacos at Resident Culture Brewing South End
Saturday, April 23 & Sunday, April 24, 8:00a – 11:00a
Start your morning with a delicious breakfast taco from El Toro Bruto at Resident Culture in South End. If you can’t make it this weekend, don’t worry – the pop-up will be on-site at the brewery every weekend.
Sunday:
Camden Commons
Sunday, April 24, 11:00a – 5:00p
Pay a visit to South End’s outdoor living room at Camden Commons – a pedestrian-friendly, community space created with the help of Lowe’s. Grab a bite and a beer, shop local artisans popping-up at the Commons and visit one of many local South End businesses.
Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph
Sunday, April 24, 1:00p – 5:00p
Mark the return of spring with an afternoon in the park at the Mint Museum. Grab a bite, enjoy live music and catch special programming about the U.S. Mint in honor of Financial Literacy Month.
LKN Craft Beer Spring Fest
Sunday, April 24, 1:00p – 7:00p
Festival season is here! Celebrate local breweries including Old Mecklenburg, Cabarrus Brewing, Lost Worlds and more, and enjoy live music and local eats during his family and pet-friendly event in Cornelius.
Next Week:
Build Food & Care Packages at Suffolk Punch with Show Up Social Volunteering
Tuesday, April 26, 5:00p – 7:00p
Make doing good a social event with Show Up Social Volunteering. Pack food bags for local families with Families Forward and create gifts for guests at Hospitality House. Tickets are required and include food, drinks, live music and good vibes.
Set the Night Aglow with the Bundle of Joy Fund
Wednesday, April 27, 5:00p – 8:00p
The Samantha and Kyle Busch Bundle of Joy Fund supports those families for which infertility treatments are needed to meet their own bundle of joy. Spend an evening learning with infertility experts and support local families on their journey to become parents. Tickets for the summit are available now.
Save the Date:
BrightFire Music & Arts Festival at Historic Rural Hill
Saturday, April 30
Billed as ‘a kaleidoscopic celebration of life’, BrightFire brings together music, art, fire, dance and nature to mark the end of winter. Enjoy live performances, local food and drink, unique activities for kids and much more. Tickets are available now.
