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Step right up! WCC presents Circus—a thrilling, music-filled celebration of all things big top (minus the elephants). Join us for a dazzling evening featuring acrobats, fortune tellers, clowns, and a commanding ringmaster! The soundtrack includes exclusive a cappella arrangements of Emeli Sandé’s Circus and Kate Miller-Heidke’s Zero Gravity (from Eurovision 2019), a drop-dead gorgeous version of Pure Imagination, and, of course, the showstopping hits from The Greatest Showman. It’s fun. It’s fearless. It’s the most musical circus in town.

Step back in time to explore the libations of the Prohibition Era in this 21+ event

Don your spiffiest outfit and join Discovery Place Science as we bring the prohibition era back to life for one evening at our annual Speakeasy event. We’ll explore scientific discoveries of the 1920s, dabble in code breaking, sample some 20s inspired concoctions, and find out who is the Bee’s Knees in our Cat’s Pajamas Costume Contest.

If you’re feeling particularly swell, join us for some Moonshine & Mayhem in the VIP Lounge. VIP includes access to exclusive activities and one drink ticket.

Community Matters Cafe serves more than coffee and food... it's a place to restore hope. The cafe serves as an extension program of Charlotte Rescue Mission, a nonprofit organization that provides free, residential recovery services to men and women struggling with substance abuse and homelessness.

The Charlotte Sustainability Summit is a full-day experience designed for Charlotte residents eager to explore local and regional sustainability efforts and discover practical ways to make a positive impact in their daily lives. You'll hear from local leaders, changemakers, and innovators who are shaping a more sustainable future for Charlotte and the Carolinas.

The State of Black Health conference is where hundreds of community leaders and equity advocates from every background come to address themes and find solutions for the social and economic injustices that have marginalized Black communities and led to deep health disparities.

This year’s theme, A Call for Health Justice, is a summons for health equity advocates to present on the programs and initiatives that have helped move the needle toward improved health outcomes in our communities.

Charlotte Bach Festival
May 30–June 7, 2025
Tickets at bacharlotte.com/cbf25

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Friday, May 30 – Amadeus Screening & Talkback at Independent Picture House (7:00 pm)
Saturday, May 31 – Bach's Complete Brandenburg Concertos
Sunday, June 1 – Jerrick Cavagnaro in Recital (4:00 pm)
Monday, June 2 – Pius Cheung: Goldberg Variations (7:30 pm)
Tuesday, June 3 – All in the Familie: J.S. Bach & Sons (7:30 pm)
Wednesday, June 4 –Artist Spotlight: Gene Stenger (7:30 pm)
Thursday, June 5 – Tuning In: Bach's Cantata 61 (12:00 pm; free)
Thursday, June 5 – Follia & Fantasy: The Art of the Trio Sonata (7:30 pm)
Friday, June 6 – Tuning In: Bach's Cantata BWV 10 (12:00 pm; free)
Friday, June 6 – Mozart at the Keyboard: The Virtuoso Genius (7:30 pm)
Saturday, June 7 – Mozart Requiem (7:30 pm)

TICKETS:
General Admission: $25-35
Premium Admission: $45-60
30 & Under: $15
Under 18: Free
All-Festival Passes: $295–$395
Tickets at bacharlotte.com/cbf25

Composed as he neared death, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart poured all of his emotions into his Requiem—filling it with humanity, beauty, drama, and musical brilliance. This choral masterpiece remains one of the best-known and most-loved pieces of classical music ever written.

Don't miss the chance to hear this masterpiece as you've never heard it before – conductorless and performed by some of the finest baroque musicians in the world.

From hunting horns and death-defying trumpet solos to plaintive recorders and wild harpsichord cadenzas, Johann Sebastian Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos are among the most colorful pieces of music ever written. They are groundbreaking in their diversity and stand among the greatest creative achievements of the 18th century.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear all six Brandenburg Concertos, performed on period instruments by some of the finest baroque musicians in the world!

Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), is a remote sensing technology that uses laser light to measure elevations and accurately define the surface of the ground even in highly vegetated conditions. It has been used in Europe and in Central and South America to identify structures and features obscured by trees or agricultural crops. The drawdown of Lake Wateree by Duke Energy provided an excellent opportunity to employ LiDAR to locate potential earthworks, structures and other landform features obscured by the lake since the 1920s.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3DY7EYH

Join us for an enlightening evening of art, culture, and community as we launch the Gantt's third biennial, Chop Shop: We Are Here! This dynamic exhibition showcases powerful works in drawing, painting, and sculpture, exploring racial consciousness and identity.

Founded during the 2020 pandemic, the Chop Shop Artists Collective – a group of Black and Brown male artists – emerged from a need for connection, conversation, and healing. In the wake of George Floyd's murder, these artists turned to one another and their art, fostering community through shared experiences and bold expression.

Explore the artwork, meet the visionary artists, enjoy a live panel discussion, and celebrate creativity, resilience, and unity. Commemorate this exhibit with the official publication, Chop Shop: We Are Here, available for purchase.


image credit: Bryan Wilson, A Nod To Odd…, 2024, Oil on Canvas, 30 x 40 inches, Courtesy of the artist.

In partnership with PBS North Carolina and Working Films, Holy Covenant United Church of Christ will host a screening of “American Coup: Wilmington 1898,” a film that shares the little-known story of a deadly race massacre and insurrection in North Carolina's largest city in 1898. After the 1:00-2:00 screening, local historian Tom Hanchett will guide us through the historical conditions that made the coup possible, and Justin Perry, a trauma-informed therapist, will facilitate discussion of the viewing experience.

Join us this month as the LiveLung Charlotte chapter learns about "Age-Friendly Cancer Care" from expert speaker Jill Bradshaw from Levine Cancer Institute.

If you have been impacted by lung cancer, we welcome you to join us.

Lunch is served during this in-person meeting so please register and place your order at least 24 hours before the meeting.

Gather your friends for a telescope viewing party, or explore space with your daughter during an inspiring night out at The Schiele Museum.


Visit the James H. Lynn Planetarium for a special Friday evening astronomy presentation inspired by the first woman in space, Sally Ride. See an after-hours planetarium show, explore the experiences of astronaut Sally Ride and other women of science, then view the night sky through museum telescopes. Your Friday night can be out of this world!

Conor Knighton is a correspondent for “CBS Sunday Morning” and the author of the New York Times best seller “Leave Only Footprints: My Acadia-to-Zion Journey Through Every National Park.” Described by BookPage as “entertaining, informative, and inspirational,” Leave Only Footprints is an account of the year Knighton spent wandering through America’s “best idea,” exploring the threads that tie our national parks together and that tie us to nature. Join us for a discussion and “meet-and-greet.” This event has two tiers of ticket access. “VIP Reception” tickets cost $60 for general admission and $51 for members of Grandfather Mountain’s Bridge Club – plus tax. “Presentation” tickets are $25 for general admission and $20 for Bridge Club members. Tickets go on sale online for this event at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 26.

Meet the future! Experiment with robotics, explore new technology, and discover what’s next in space exploration during a day of fun and learning.

- Clash of the 'Bots: a fighting robot competition

- Drone demonstrations

- LOTS of robots! Robots that dance, play hockey, race, and throw frisbees

- Coding activities

- Space vehicles and technology

Embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with innovation and fun for the whole family!

🎉🐾 Come and Knock on Our Paw: The Regal Beagle Bingo Bash! 🐾🎉

Join us for a Three’s Company-inspired afternoon of bingo, cocktails, and costumes – all to support RescuedMe! 🐶💛

📅 Sunday, April 6th
🕑 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Hattie’s Tap & Tavern, Charlotte, NC

✨ Dress as Helen or Stanley Roper, play bingo, and win fabulous prizes – all while helping rescue dogs find loving homes! ✨

Lung Cancer Initiative’s Charlotte LUNGe Forward Run, Walk and Celebration unites hundreds of people to make a difference for those impacted by lung cancer! It is a day of celebration and remembrance, as well as an opportunity to take action and provide hope to those facing a lung cancer diagnosis. There is something for everyone rally area, kids zone, food truck, survivor ceremony, kids dash and timed/untimed 5K. We invite you to join with other individuals, families and community leaders in making a contribution. The more money raised, the closer we come to finding a cure!

The class is free and open to all ages.

Whether you’re a pro or just showing up for the vibes, enjoy sliding, stomping, and stepping for a great cause! 10% of all food and beverage purchases will be donated to the organization.

What to expect:

Warm-Up: Get loose with simple moves to start the night.
Dance Session: Learn 2-3 fun line dances, including popular favorites like the Wobble and Electric Slide.
Cool-Down & Group Photo: Capture the memories!

Tosco Music presents Viva La Música CLT! on Saturday, March 15 at 2:00 PM at Independence Regional Library! FREE

A celebration of Charlotte's diverse musical talents!

Featuring:
The AV Trio

Reinaldo Brahn duo

Vadim Kolpakov duo

Chinobay

Viva La Música CLT! bridges cultures through music with shows across Charlotte featuring musicians from various backgrounds and genres. The event is *FREE*, so bring your family and friends! You won't want to miss this multi-cultural music experience for all ages.

Celebrate the season with wine, shopping, and exclusive in-store specials at Waverly's annual Spring Wine Walk. Attendees will enjoy wine pours and curated experiences at participating boutiques, plus a swag bag with their ticket. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Go Jen Go Foundation, supporting families in the Charlotte area affected by breast cancer.

Participating merchants include Athleta, offering 10% off; Urbane South with 20% off regular-priced merchandise (excluding eNewton and Brighton), plus charm necklaces and permanent jewelry; Ivy & Leo with 20% off; fab'rik with 20% off one item and $10 jewelry; Mainstream Boutique with 20% off; Scout & Molly's with 20% off; and CycleBar offering 3 free rides and discounted memberships.

Don't miss this fun night out in support of a great cause!