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Now through Sunday, May 12, 2024
When? Thursday, May 9; Fridays May 3 & 10; Saturdays May 4 & 11; Sundays May 5 & 12. Start times vary.
What? For the first time ever, Charlotte Ballet presents one of the world’s most famous classical ballets that has transcended generations. Choreographed by Ib Andersen and accompanied by the exquisite Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Price varies.
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - Friday, May 31, 2024
53 Ideas Pitch Competition Open Call
When? 12:00 a.m.
Where? Virtual
What? Calling all entrepreneurs and business owners in the Charlotte region! The 53 Ideas Pitch Competition is back with an open call for ideas. Submit your business idea as a 53-second pitch online for a chance to win $10,000. Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank. The open call for ideas runs from May 5 - May 31, 2024. There is no cost to submit.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
When? 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Symphony Park, Charlotte, NC
What? Experience live music, food trucks, and craft drinks at SouthPark After 5 at Symphony Park. On May 9, expect a ticketed Wells Fargo Golf Championship concert with live music from The Breakfast Club and Yacht Rock Schooner. Free event.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards
When? 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
What? The Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards celebrate Charlotte’s unique history and culture and honor projects that represent the best of historic preservation in the region. $175.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
When? 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Symphony Park, Charlotte, NC
What? Experience live music, food trucks, and craft drinks at SouthPark After 5 at Symphony Park. On May 11, expect a ticketed Wells Fargo Golf Championship concert with live music from September in the Park - Ultimate Earth, Wind, and Fire and Chicago band. Free event.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
The Critic's Eye film series: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon screening
When? 7:00 p.m.
What? Join IPH for its Critic’s Eye film series. The series kicks off on May 14th with a screening of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and will explore notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. Each presentation will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory. $8.45.
Thursday, May 16, 2024
When? 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
What? Night at the Museum is Carolina Farm Trust's 5th Annual Nonprofit Fundraiser. This year, in partnership with ArtPop Street Gallery, Carolina Farm Trust will work with local chefs and artists to curate an outdoor museum to celebrate food, drinks and community. $25-$100. If there are folks who would like to attend, but cost is a barrier, please reach out to info@carolinafarmtrust.org.
Thursday, May 16, 2024
When? 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Symphony Park, Charlotte, NC
What? Experience free live music, food trucks, and interactive art experiences at SouthPark After 5 at Symphony Park. On May 16, expect music from Landslide - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac and free sunflowers for the first 500 attendees. Free event.
Thursday, May 16, 2024
When? 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
What? Each year QCity Metro honors 28 Black Charlotteans who are shaping our city into a better place. And on May 16th we are celebrating! This is no gala — attendees will enjoy lots of food, drinks, mingling, photo ops & live entertainment. $70.
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Mental Health Matters 5K & Festival
When? 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
What? Mental Health Matters 5K & Festival is a powerful movement to create awareness and reduce stigma in a fun, inviting way. It’s an event, for all of Charlotte, to come together & make a difference! There will be over 60 vendors, live music, food trucks, a zoo and yoga. There will be something for everyone! The festival is free. $40 (5K), ($15 kids run).
Monday, May 20, 2024
When? 7:30 p.m.
Where? Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts, Charlotte, NC
What? Individually, they're Devon Allman and Duane Betts, two solo artists and modern-day guitar heroes who've both spent years creating their own version of American roots music. Together, they're the leaders of The Allman Betts Band. $30 - $75.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
An Evening with Dacher Keltner
When? 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
What? Hear from Dacher Keltner, Author of Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life in a special presentation and moderated Q&A session followed by a short book signing. The event will take place at the Sandra Levine Theatre located within the Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts and Civic Engagement at Queens University of Charlotte. Free event.
Thursday, May 23, 2024
When? 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? Symphony Park, Charlotte, NC
What? Experience free live music, food trucks, and interactive art experiences at SouthPark After 5 at Symphony Park. On May 23, expect music from Coconut Groove Band, a Steely Dan Tribute, and a free coloring wall with DRAW IT by Mel. Free event.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
The Critic's Eye film series: Shutter Island screening
When? 7:00 p.m.
What? Join IPH for its Critic’s Eye film series. The series will screen Shutter Island on May 28th as part of its exploration of notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. Each presentation will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory. $8.45.
Sunday, June 9, 2024
When? 3:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Where? Central Piedmont Community College Parr Center New Theater, Charlotte, NC
What? Watch the South Charlotte Ballet Company's family-friendly, yet mesmerizing retelling of the childhood classic as Snow White navigates things both good and evil with the help of her friends. There will be two performances. The first will begin at 3:00 p.m. and the second will begin at 5:30 p.m. Show time is less than 90 minutes. $17. Free adjacent parking is available at CPCC Visitor Lot 5 located at 230 N Kings Dr., Charlotte, NC 28204.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
The Critic's Eye film series: Being John Malkovich screening
When? 7:00 p.m.
What? Join IPH for its Critic’s Eye film series. The series will screen Being John Malkovich on June 11th as part of its exploration of notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. Each presentation will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory. $8.45.
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
The Critic's Eye film series: Zodiac screening
When? 7:00 p.m.
What? Join IPH for its Critic’s Eye film series. The series will screen Zodiac on June 25th as part of its exploration of notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. Each presentation will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory. $8.45.
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
The Critic's Eye film series: Unforgiven screening
When? 7:00 p.m.
What? Join IPH for its Critic’s Eye film series. The series will screen Unforgiven on July 9th as part of its exploration of notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. Each presentation will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory. $8.45.
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