Matthews Summerfest (formerly BeachFest) is taking place May 8 and 9, 2026. The festival takes place in and around Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade … [Read more...] about Matthews Summerfest May 8-9
Arts & Entertainment
From improv nights to live music to performance art...you'll find plenty to enjoy in the Queen City. Learn about the free events as well as discounts.
Carolina Clay Matters Spring Pottery Festival on May 9
Carolina Clay Matters Spring Pottery Festival takes place May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Ford Building at Camp North End, 400 Camp Road, … [Read more...] about Carolina Clay Matters Spring Pottery Festival on May 9
VAPA Center Night Market
VAPA is a non-profit organization formed in 2021 by ten arts organizations in Charlotte to create a space for artists to create, perform, and exhibit … [Read more...] about VAPA Center Night Market
Hippie Daze Festival at Dallas Lavender Lane Farm May 9-10
Dallas Lavender Lane, 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, North Carolina, is hosting its Hippie Daze Festival on May 9 and 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 … [Read more...] about Hippie Daze Festival at Dallas Lavender Lane Farm May 9-10
Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
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Live Nation has announced Summer of Live, which offers $30 tickets to many shows in select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada. (Last year the … [Read more...] about Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
Audible Sale: Save up to 80% on audiobooks
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Getting ready for a Memorial Day road trip? Or need something to listen to in the gym? An audiobook is a great way to enhance the journey, near or … [Read more...] about Audible Sale: Save up to 80% on audiobooks
Free event at Gantt Center May 8: Opening Celebration for Beyond Boundaries — Black Abstraction in the Elliot and Kimberly Perry Art Collection
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, at 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting an opening celebration for … [Read more...] about Free event at Gantt Center May 8: Opening Celebration for Beyond Boundaries — Black Abstraction in the Elliot and Kimberly Perry Art Collection
Concerts in the Garden at Rock Hill’s Glencairn Garden — starts May 7
The City of Rock Hill is hosting Concerts in the Garden at Glencairn Garden, 725 Crest Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina in spring, summer and fall of … [Read more...] about Concerts in the Garden at Rock Hill’s Glencairn Garden — starts May 7
Thursdays on Main Concert Series in Kannapolis: Band of Oz on May 7
As part of the City of Kannapolis' Summer Entertainment Series in 2026, enjoy Thursdays on Main. These are FREE events taking place one Thursday a … [Read more...] about Thursdays on Main Concert Series in Kannapolis: Band of Oz on May 7
Upcoming Car Shows and Cruise-Ins in the Charlotte Area
Car enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities in the Charlotte area for you to show off your car, and to admire other cars. Car shows and … [Read more...] about Upcoming Car Shows and Cruise-Ins in the Charlotte Area
