Community Calendar

Celebrate Pride with power chords, powerhouse vocals, and pure joy! The Gay Men’s Chorus of Charlotte presents ICONS: Pride Goes Pop—a bold, high-energy concert of anthems that have defined LGBTQ+ visibility and resilience over the past two decades.

This electrifying program features stunning choral takes on modern Pride favorites like Brave (Sara Bareilles), Dancing on My Own (Calum Scott), Follow Your Arrow (Kacey Musgraves), Born This Way (Lady Gaga), and a heart-lifting mashup of True Colors (Cyndi Lauper) and Roar (Katy Perry). You’ll also hear reimagined ballads and bangers from icons like Cher, George Michael, and ABBA—all delivered with the rich, powerful harmonies only GMCC can bring.

These aren’t just songs—they’re declarations. Of love. Of identity. Of being seen and heard. Whether you're here to sing along, sway with friends, or soak in the sound of queer joy, ICONS invites you to take your place in the chorus.

Get your tickets, bring your voice, and let’s celebrate what makes our community unforgettable—one pop anthem at a time.

PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE:

First United Methodist Church

501 N Tryon Street, Charlotte NC

August 15, 2025, 7:30pm ONE SHOW ONLY!

DO NOT MISS THIS AMAZING EVENT!

Join us for a compelling panel discussion that explores nature’s resilience after Hurricane Helene, with powerful findings and updates one year later. The event will open with meteorologist Brad Panovich setting the stage of the storm’s path and record-breaking impacts on our region. From there, a panel discussion with Panovich, wildlife biologist Marquette Crockett and geologist Philip Prince will provide insights into key questions such as how the natural world changed because of Helene, what we’ve learned from the storm and what findings may still be to come. The panelists will share their expertise and research from their fields of study and reflect on how extreme weather continues to shape our environment. Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation President and CEO Jesse Pope will moderate the discussion. Following the talk in the Wilson Center’s Classroom in the Clouds, eventgoers will experience some social time with heavy hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to mingle with other attendees and the panelists. A nature-inspired concert by traveling composer/performer Ben Cosgrove will then take place at the Williams Outdoor Learning Space. (The Classroom in the Clouds will be the rain location for the concert.) Tickets go on sale online for this event at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 26.

Your Charlotte Symphony brings to life the legendary score of the supernatural swashbuckler that launched a beloved franchise. Join Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) and the charismatic pirate Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) as they join forces to rescue Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) from the clutches of the infamous crew of the Black Pearl.

The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will hold inductions for the 2025 class on October 16, 2025 in Mooresville, North Carolina. The 2025 class is made up of 6 nationally known and award-winning legends who were born in North Carolina: Clyde Mattocks, David Childers, Dexter Romweber, Hattie “Chatty Hattie” Leeper, Luke Combs, and Robert Deaton.
This event is attended by almost 1,000 people each year including national celebrities, business leaders, and state and local officials. Attendees experience history in the making during the exciting and educational evening. It is an event you do not want to miss!
The honors will be commemorated in a live event that will take place at the Mooresville Performing Arts Center in Mooresville, NC open to the public. The ceremony will include appearances by inductees and live performances as we honor their legacy and importance to the State of NC. Tickets are on sale now! Updates and latest event details can be found on the organization's social media pages and website. https://northcarolinamusichalloffame.org/
About the NCMHOF
The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Its mission is to recognize, promote, and commemorate musicians, singers, songwriters, and producers from the state of North Carolina. The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame has a museum located in Kannapolis, NC. Learn more at: https://northcarolinamusichalloffame.org/