Weekender: 20+ things to do in Charlotte this weekend

Presented by Charlotte Motor Speedway, hosting the Bank of America ROVAL 400 on Sunday, October 9. Tickets, which include the NASCAR Playoff race and three weekend concerts, start at $49. Kids 12 and under get in for $10. 

Editor’s note: As of Wednesday, September 28 these events have not been affected by Hurricane Ian but dates may be rescheduled or canceled as the storm progresses.

FRIDAY, September 30

66. Rain. 60% chance of rain.

Charlotte International Arts Festival at Multiple Locations: Enjoy the annual celebration of imaginative visual and performing arts from the most creative international and local minds. Price varies. Time varies. Details

Luminarium – Architects of Air at Ballantyne’s Backyard: Become immersed in a sensory experience through interactive exhibits and walk-in sculptures. $5. 9:30am-6:30pm. Details

Ayrsley Retro Horror Series at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas: Classic horror films are shown nightly with double features each week including movies like Beetlejuice, Shaun of the Dead and Re-Animator. $5. 7pm and 9pm showings. Details

Fleurix Conference at Camp North End: Women and nonbinary folks can learn how to start a career in tech. Use the discount code AXIOS for a ticket that includes breakfast, lunch, swag and a drink. $35. 9am-5pm. Details

Zydeco Party at Booth Playhouse: Experience the energy and sound of the Grammy award winner Terrance Simien and The Zydeco Experience along with Rosie Ledet with live music, dancing while enjoying authentic cajun food. $40. 7:30-8:30pm. Details

Blue Lapis Light at Government Center: Observe aerial and ballet techniques as dance performances are suspended at great heights. Free. Time varies. Details

Must Love Dogs Singles Night at Skiptown: Meet other singles who love dogs during this singles mixer presented by Polished Dating. Price. 6-9pm. Details

SATURDAY, October 1

71. Rain. 80% chance of rain.

Bolt on the Block at 1218 Gordon St.: Enjoy an art-infused celebration with live music, community art, food, dance, creative vendors and an art bus. Free. 1-6pm. Details

PS5 Charity Scavenger Hunt at Multiple Locations: Complete four escape room-style puzzles at four locations with a chance to win a Playstation 5. $15. Time varies. Details

Oktoberfest at Suffolk Punch Brewing: Taste german beer for a discounted price while enjoying live music, a bratwurst eating contest, free pretzels and cheese plus goat yoga. Free. 10am. Details

ANSWER Scholarship Tailgate For Team Pride at Armored Cow Brewing Co.: Bring your friends to a cornhole tournament while enjoying live music, BBQ, kids’ activities and a silent auction to benefit the ANSWER scholarship that sends local moms to college. $10-$40. 12-3pm. Details

Moving Party at Sycamore Brewing: Celebrate all weekend long with food trucks, live music and giveaways before Sycamore relocates to its new location in a few months. Free. 12-7pm. Details

Fall Boozy Brunch Tour CLT Kickoff at Midnight Mulligan Brewing and Summit Seltzer: For the next few weekends, select bars and breweries will have pop-up shows with brunch, drinks, live music, retail vendors, games, raffles and prize giveaways. Free. 1pm-6pm. Details 

Breakaway Music Festival at Z Max Speedway: The two-day event features EDM artists and Djs like KYGO, QUINN XCII. Time varies. $94-$154. Details

SUNDAY, October 2

70. Showers. 60% chance of rain.

ATC Presents: Evil Dead The Musical at The Barn at MoRA: Watch one of the last performances at The Actor’s Theater before they close at the end of October. Earnings and donations will go towards the cost of closing. $39-$50. 8pm. Details

Game Day at Skiptown: Put on your Panthers gear to watch the football game on eight large screens, pups are welcome and will get a free puppucino during halftime. Free. 3:30-7:30pm. Details

Your Neighborhood Orchestra: Lost in Space at Booth Playhouse: Listen to the innovative sounds of the local orchestra as they mix crafted beats, spoken word and cirque. $20. 7-8:30pm. Details

Counterculture Club Yoga at Camp North End: Unwind with techniques of all levels from some of the city’s best yoga teachers. $10-$15. 10-11am. Details

Seedling Drag Brunch at Camp North End: Enjoy a vegan brunch and performances by some of Charlotte’s best entertainers. 12-2pm. Details

AKT x Legion at Brewing South Park: Put your cardio endurance to the test with a 45-minute dance class. Free. 10am. Details

Panthers vs the Cardinals at the Bank of America Stadium: Watch the Panthers take on the Arizona Cardinals. Tickets start at $48. 4:05pm Details

R&B Music Experience at The Spectrum Center: Vibe to songs from some of R&B’s most popular artists including Monica, Mary J. Blige and Tamar Braxton. Tickets start at $63. 7pm. Details