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FRIDAY, May 16
Drumstrong Rhythm and Arts Festival
Misty Meadows Farm
455 Providence Road, Weddington, NC
MAy 16-18, see listing for times, All ages, $10-$30
Summary: Support a great cause this weekend while listening to over 30 AWESOME bands, camping, and having a great time with friends! By attending DRUMSTRONG Rhythm & Arts 2014, you’ll be supporting DrumsForCures, a charity that raises funds and awareness for cancer research, support and survivorship. Learn more about DrumsForCures and know that you’re helping to make a difference!
Hair the Musical
Theatre Charlotte
501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 376-3777
May 16 – June 1, See link for schedule, $25-$27 Recommended for ages 16+ Contains adult language, adult themes, drug references and brief nudity.
Summary: A musical celebration of life, a love letter to freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change, Hair tells the story of the “tribe,” a group of hippies, living in New York City and fighting against war, their conservative parents, and society. The first great rock musical, Hair has some of the most rousing and soulful songs ever written for the stage including “Aquarius,” “Good Morning Starshine,” “Hair,” “Easy to Be Hard,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” “Where Do I Go?” and “I Got Life.” A Broadway revival opened on March 31, 2009, earning strong reviews and winning the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for best revival of a musical.
Outdoor Music on the Green at Promenade on Providence
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
May 2 – Sept. 26, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT PROMENADE ON PROVIDENCE FOR OUR LIVE CONCERT SERIES! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We have a fabulous line-up of bands this year and are so excited to share some of our veteran bands and a few new amazing performers! Stay tuned for the line-up – you won’t want to miss a single performance!
N.C. Education Lottery 200
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC (800) 455-3267
May 16, 8:00pm, All ages, $25-$30, Children under 13 free with adult
Summary: The stars of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series take on the high banks of Charlotte Motor Speedway under the lights in exciting, tailgate-flying action and the night also includes the NASCAR Sprint Showdown, the last chance for drivers to race their way into Saturday night’s $1 million-to-win blockbuster event!
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Foodtruck Friday
Southend
1613 Camden Road Charlotte, NC
May 16, 5:00pm – 9:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Every Friday night, Charlotte’s favorite food trucks gather on the lot at the corner of Park and Camden in the Historic South End. These aren’t the roach coaches of yesteryear! The nationwide revolution of the food truck industry has hit Charlotte, and we’ve got an ever-growing community of trucks that cater to your every taste. From burgers to tacos to soul food to cupcakes to ice cream and everything in between…there’s something for everyone. Meeting every Friday night since February 2012, Food Truck Fridays have taken the city by storm. Periodically featuring entertainment as well, the crowds have swelled to over 1,000 each week. We’re family and dog-friendly, too! So bring a chair, bring a blanket, BYOB, bring the kids, take the dog…it’s a neighborhood night out in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Most of the trucks accept credit cards as well as cash. Accessible by public transportation…take the light rail to Bland Station. A good time and great food are guaranteed!
SATURDAY, May 17
Drumstrong Rhythm and Arts Festival
Misty Meadows Farm
455 Providence Road, Weddington, NC
MAy 16-18, see listing for times, All ages, $10-$30
Summary: Support a great cause this weekend while listening to over 30 AWESOME bands, camping, and having a great time with friends! By attending DRUMSTRONG Rhythm & Arts 2014, you’ll be supporting DrumsForCures, a charity that raises funds and awareness for cancer research, support and survivorship. Learn more about DrumsForCures and know that you’re helping to make a difference!
Hair the Musical
Theatre Charlotte
501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 376-3777
May 16 – June 1, See link for schedule, $25-$27 Recommended for ages 16+ Contains adult language, adult themes, drug references and brief nudity.
Summary: A musical celebration of life, a love letter to freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change, Hair tells the story of the “tribe,” a group of hippies, living in New York City and fighting against war, their conservative parents, and society. The first great rock musical, Hair has some of the most rousing and soulful songs ever written for the stage including “Aquarius,” “Good Morning Starshine,” “Hair,” “Easy to Be Hard,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” “Where Do I Go?” and “I Got Life.” A Broadway revival opened on March 31, 2009, earning strong reviews and winning the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for best revival of a musical.
USNWC River Jam
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte, NC (704) 391-3900
May 17, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free, Parking fee applies
Summary: For over 8 years, Mike Strauss has been a prominent character in the Charlotte music scene. Throughout the years, Mike has put together an impressive catalog of rural rock featuring songs described as warm, lyrical and gritty.
Appearing in different incarnations, the Mike Strauss band consists of a core trio along with 4 other members that assemble the “big band.”
Outdoor Music on the Green at Promenade on Providence
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
May 2 – Sept. 26, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT PROMENADE ON PROVIDENCE FOR OUR LIVE CONCERT SERIES! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We have a fabulous line-up of bands this year and are so excited to share some of our veteran bands and a few new amazing performers! Stay tuned for the line-up – you won’t want to miss a single performance!
Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race
Ramsey Creek Park
18441 Nantz Rd, Cornelius, NC
May 17, Festival is from 11am-4pm; Boat races throughout the day beginning at 9am, All ages, Free
Summary: Learn about the various Asian cultures through food and activities. Plus, see teams race to the finish line in colorfully decorated boats.
NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC (800) 455-3267
May 17, 7:30pm, All ages, $10-$89,
Summary: The stars of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series do battle with $1 million on the line in stock car racing’s no points all-star night on May 17 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in the 30th running of the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. The night also includes high-stakes qualifying to set the starting lineup.
Matthews Summer Concert and Movie Series: Frozen
Stumptown Park
120 S. Trade St, Matthews, NC (704) 321-7275
May 17 – July 19, see link for schedule, 7:00pm – 10:00, All ages, Free
Summary: Enjoy an evening watching the Film Frozen. Venders will be on site selling dinner food, treats and drinks.
Waxhaw Spring Fest
Downtown Waxhaw
East N. Main St., Waxhaw, NC (704) 843-2195 ext. 226
May 17-18, See link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: Enjoy Waxhaw’s 2nd Annual Juried Art Show known as the Waxhaw Art Kaleidoscope! Get the chance to purchase original fine art from local artists as they compete for top honors in their medium. Stroll through our high quality craft market as you watch roving street performers spice up the scene! Get some energy out in our free Kids Zone and taste culinary delights! New this year, you are invited to check out our local shops and restaurants during our Spring “Fest”ival Crawl, scheduled for Saturday! Be sure you find out how you can win $200 that day! Stick around Saturday night for a free concert starring hometown sensations Taylor Dean and Lipstick on a Pig! The concert begins at 7pm and is for one night only! Both days you will encounter fine art, high quality crafts, tasty treats, street performances and a great time!
Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads
Warehouse Performing Arts Center
9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius, NC (704) 301-1564
May 17, 6:00pm, All ages, $10-$15
Summary: The Mom is Awesome Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chucklehead.
Swim Mac Presents: Charlotte Grand Prix
Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center,
800 E. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Charlotte, NC
May 15 – 18, See link for schedule, All ages, $15 – $20
Summary: Watch Nation Champions, Olympians from the USA and other countries, the best college teams and accomplished high school athletes dive into Charlotte’s waters.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
SUNDAY, May 18
Drumstrong Rhythm and Arts Festival
Misty Meadows Farm
455 Providence Road, Weddington, NC
MAy 16-18, see listing for times, All ages, $10-$30
Summary: Support a great cause this weekend while listening to over 30 AWESOME bands, camping, and having a great time with friends! By attending DRUMSTRONG Rhythm & Arts 2014, you’ll be supporting DrumsForCures, a charity that raises funds and awareness for cancer research, support and survivorship. Learn more about DrumsForCures and know that you’re helping to make a difference!
Hair the Musical
Theatre Charlotte
501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 376-3777
May 16 – June 1, See link for schedule, $25-$27 Recommended for ages 16+ Contains adult language, adult themes, drug references and brief nudity.
Summary: A musical celebration of life, a love letter to freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change, Hair tells the story of the “tribe,” a group of hippies, living in New York City and fighting against war, their conservative parents, and society. The first great rock musical, Hair has some of the most rousing and soulful songs ever written for the stage including “Aquarius,” “Good Morning Starshine,” “Hair,” “Easy to Be Hard,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” “Where Do I Go?” and “I Got Life.” A Broadway revival opened on March 31, 2009, earning strong reviews and winning the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for best revival of a musical.
Waxhaw Spring Fest
Downtown Waxhaw
East N. Main St., Waxhaw, NC (704) 843-2195 ext. 226
May 17-18, See link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: Enjoy Waxhaw’s 2nd Annual Juried Art Show known as the Waxhaw Art Kaleidoscope! Get the chance to purchase original fine art from local artists as they compete for top honors in their medium. Stroll through our high quality craft market as you watch roving street performers spice up the scene! Get some energy out in our free Kids Zone and taste culinary delights! New this year, you are invited to check out our local shops and restaurants during our Spring “Fest”ival Crawl, scheduled for Saturday! Be sure you find out how you can win $200 that day! Stick around Saturday night for a free concert starring hometown sensations Taylor Dean and Lipstick on a Pig! The concert begins at 7pm and is for one night only! Both days you will encounter fine art, high quality crafts, tasty treats, street performances and a great time!
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Davidson Concerts On the Green
Davidson’s Village Green
Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson, NC
May – September (every Sunday), 6:00pm – 8:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Our Concerts on the Green are a summer family favorite! Concerts take place the first and third Sunday evenings of the month from to 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the town green in front of the Davidson Public Library, at the intersection of Main Street and Concord Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends and family, comfy chairs or a blanket, a picnic, and to come early to find seats. Make it a date night in Davidson: Visit some of our local restaurants and shops, stroll over to the town green to enjoy some great music, take a pedicab ride around town, and enjoy dessert or a beverage.
Ninth Annual Fiesta Italiana Charlotte
Queens University of Charlotte
1900 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC
May 18, 1:00pm – 7:00pm, All ages, $25 and up
Summary: It is all about Charity and the Best Italian Food in Charlotte for the 9th year in a row. Guests will again enjoy unlimited spectacular Italian Food, Delicious Italian Wines, Prosecco, Peroni Beer, Wonderful Live Stage Entertainment, a large first class Silent Auction with over 100 items
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
