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We're tracking 45 upcoming events in Charlotte spanning concerts, theatre, festival, sports, plus 9 attractions and things to do. Use the filters below for what's on this weekend, tonight or later this month — every listing links to live prices and secure partner checkout.
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Use this Charlotte hub to compare all upcoming listings, narrow by date or category, and move to mapped venue pages when the live feed has venue-level detail.
Ticket availability across Charlotte is refreshed as partners release seats, which is why comparing a weekday date against a weekend one often changes what you pay.
The Charlotte calendar currently leans towards concerts, theatre, festival, sports, so filtering by category first saves comparing unrelated dates.
Venue links appear only where an upcoming Charlotte listing maps to an actual venue page — 2 qualify at the moment.
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About Charlotte
Charlotte is the largest city in the Carolinas and a growing entertainment hub with a strong mix of professional sports, motorsports, and performing arts. Bank of America Stadium in Uptown is home to the Panthers and Charlotte FC, hosting NFL football, MLS soccer, and major concerts. The Spectrum Center is home to the Hornets and a busy concert and events arena seating around 19,000. Charlotte Motor Speedway in nearby Concord is one of the cathedrals of NASCAR, hosting the Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial Day weekend and the Bank of America ROVAL 400, drawing hundreds of thousands of motorsport fans. The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is the cultural anchor of Uptown, with the Belk Theater presenting Broadway touring shows, the Booth Playhouse for smaller productions, and Stage Door Theater for cabaret and comedy. The Ovens Auditorium and Bojangles Coliseum host mid-size concerts and events. For live music, the Neighborhood Theatre in NoDa, The Fillmore Charlotte, and The Underground are popular venues. The NoDa neighborhood, Charlotte's arts district, is lined with breweries, galleries, and live music spots. The PNC Music Pavilion is a major outdoor amphitheater hosting summer concert tours. Charlotte's moderate four-season climate supports outdoor events from spring through fall, with mild winters that keep the indoor calendar active. The city's rapid growth has expanded its entertainment options significantly in recent years.
Top things to do in Charlotte
- Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts NASCAR's prestigious Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial Day weekend
- Bank of America Stadium hosts Panthers football, Charlotte FC soccer, and stadium concerts
- The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center presents Broadway tours in the heart of Uptown
- NoDa is Charlotte's vibrant arts district with live music, breweries, and galleries
Local tips for visiting Charlotte
- LYNX Blue Line light rail connects South End, Uptown, and UNC Charlotte with stops near major venues
- NASCAR race weekends fill hotels across the region so book accommodations early
- PNC Music Pavilion lawn seats are an affordable way to see major summer concert tours
- The NoDa neighborhood offers walkable nightlife with live music at venues like The Neighborhood Theatre
Frequently asked questions
What events are happening in Charlotte this weekend?
See our Charlotte events this weekend page for every show on sale for Saturday and Sunday, each with live ticket prices and secure partner checkout. New dates are added the moment they go on sale.
What's on in Charlotte tonight?
Browse the Charlotte events tonight page for today's shows with live availability and prices. If nothing is listed for tonight, the "All upcoming" listings above show the next available dates.
Are there free events in Charlotte?
The listings here are ticketed events and attractions with live prices, so we can't confirm free events. For paid concerts, theatre, sports and experiences in Charlotte, browse the listings above — each shows real prices before you buy.
What sports teams play in Charlotte?
Charlotte is home to the Panthers (NFL) and Charlotte FC (MLS) at Bank of America Stadium, the Hornets (NBA) at Spectrum Center, and the Knights (minor league baseball) at Truist Field. Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord hosts major NASCAR events. The city also hosts ACC Tournament basketball games and international soccer matches.
What is the NASCAR experience like at Charlotte Motor Speedway?
Charlotte Motor Speedway seats over 89,000 for racing and is considered the home track of NASCAR, with most teams headquartered in the Charlotte area. The Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial Day weekend is the crown jewel event. The speedway also hosts the NASCAR All-Star Race and the Bank of America ROVAL 400. Camping and tailgating are major parts of the race weekend experience.
Where can I see Broadway shows in Charlotte?
The Belk Theater at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is the main Broadway touring venue in Uptown Charlotte, seating about 2,100. It presents major touring productions throughout the season. The Booth Playhouse in the same complex hosts smaller shows. Charlotte typically gets recent Broadway touring productions within a year or two of their New York runs.