Summer fun in Charlotte continues this week with lots to do for everyone! Catch a live show, celebrate arts & culture, show your love for favorite summer treats or beat the heat at the movie theatre.
Thursday:
Charlotte AfroFuturism Fest
Thursday, July 14 – Saturday, July 16
Celebrate the bold, imaginative and innovative world of AfroFuturism with a weekend of events including Thursday’s ‘Libations & Liberation’ and a Family Fun Fest on Friday evening.
Bastille Day Celebration with Customshop
Thursday, July 14, 6:30p
Join Customshop, The Wine Vault & Opera Carolina for a Bastille Day Celebration featuring a 7-course wine dinner interspersed with live opera performances throughout the evening. Tickets are on-sale now.
And at Mariposa…
Friday:
Blue Man Group at Belk Theater
Friday, July 15 – Sunday, July 17
Don’t miss the world famous Blue Man Group production, exploring the world through music, comedy and plenty of surprises. Tickets are available now.
Pageland Watermelon Festival
Friday, July 15 – Saturday, July 16
Take a day trip to Pageland, SC and celebrate everyone’s favorite summer treat! Attend the carnival, enjoy live music, run the Melon Like 5k and more. Check the schedule online for a full list of events.
CLTFREESKATE Summer Sessions at Victoria Yards
Friday, July 15 & Saturday, July 16
Show off your skating skills at Victoria Yards this weekend with free-skate sessions plus food, drinks, vendors and music. Non-skaters can cheer friends on from the sideline and enjoy the festivities for free.
Saturday:
Peach Oatmeal Cream Pie with Thoughtful Baking Co + The Batch Maker
Saturday, July 16
Attention peach lovers! Treat your taste buds to this collaboration between Thoughtful Baking Co. and The Batch Marker; featured at four Charlotte-area Farmer’s Markets from 9:00a – 1:00p, or while supplies last.
Nebel’s Alley Night Market’s ‘Beach Please’
Saturday, July 16, 4:00p – 10:00p
Wander Nebel’s Alley in South End under the lights for a beach-themed market featuring live music, free beach scene paintings, drinks from Wooden Robot and 30+ pop-up vendors from around the area.
© Diedrick Brackens.
Diedrick Brackens ‘Ark of Bulrushes’ Opening Celebration
Saturday, July 16, 11:00a – 6:00p
Explore the work of Los Angeles based artist, Diedrick Brackens, known for his colorful textiles about African American and queer histories. The Opening Celebration includes a dance and drum performance, followed by a conversation with the artist.
Wentworth + Fenn Grand Re-Opening
Saturday, July 16, 10:00a – 8:00p
Check out the new and improved space, enjoy delicious pastries, complimentary drinks and samples, giveaways and more!
The Peach Jam on Main Street Fort Mill
Saturday, July 16, 5:00p – 9:00p
Make your weekend peachy on Main Street in Fort Mill during Peach Jam! Bring the family for live music, local artisans, food & drink vendors as well as activities for the kids.
July Pop-Up Market at Ballantyne Village
Saturday, July 16, 12:00p – 4:00p
Stroll through the Village for this month’s Market featuring over 30 local craft vendors. Enjoy a drink from the outdoor bar while shopping and listening to live music.
Sunday:
Summer Fest at Protagonist Southend
Sunday, July 17, 12:00p – 5:00p
Catch those summer vibes at Protagonist Southend with live music, food trucks, over 30 local vendors and a pop-up yoga class with Charlotte Pop-Up Yoga. Registration for yoga is required.
Next Week:
Be Well Birkdale
Tuesday, July 19, 6:00p – 7:00p
Be Well Birkdale introduces a variety of different workouts to participants each week. This Tuesday, Tejas Yoga Lab will be helping you stretch as high as the Willow Oaks.
Summer Movies at Regal Stonecrest
Tuesday, July 19 & Wednesday, July 20
Beat the heat with $2 movies at Regal Stonecrest! Check the schedule for weekly featured films and showtimes.
Charlotte FC vs. Chelsea FC
Wednesday, July 20, 7:30p
Catch a summertime friendly match between our own Charlotte FC and 2021 UEFA Champions League winners Chelsea FC. Tickets are available now for this exciting showcase.
Random Acts of Kindness with Caroline Calouche & Co.
Saturday, July 23 & Sunday, July 24
See the beauty and joy that random acts of kindness bring to the world with this performance from Caroline Calouche & Co. Tickets are on-sale now.
