Weekender: 30 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including an art festival and brunch

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FRIDAY, July 14

95. Scattered thunderstorms. 40% chance of rain.

Friday Night Live Music at The Coterie Concept: Enjoy an evening of rhythmic Jazz, wines and food. Free entry. 7-9pm. Details

Live Music at The Wine Loft: Unwind from the work week with live music over wine and cocktails. Free entry. 9pm. Details

Luke Combs World Tour at Bank of America Stadium: Jam to country music from country music star Luke Combs as he makes his tour stop in Charlotte. $35 and up. 5:45pm. Details

Science on the Rocks at Discovery Place: Participate in hands-on labs or view a science show over cocktails. $18-$22. 6-10pm. Details

Blink-182 at Spectrum Center: Sing along to hits from the rock band Blink-182. $37 and up. 7-10pm. Details

Outdoor skating rink at Camp North End: Slip on some rental rollerblades and skate around with friends and family. $10. 5-11pm. Details

45TH BIRTHDAY PAW-TY at Humane Society of Charlotte: Celebrate the Humane Society of Charlotte’s anniversary with tasty treats from Pet Wants CLT, food trucks, beverages from Midnight Mulligan Brewery, live music and games. Free. 5:30-9pm. Details

Improv Comedy Show at Devil’s Logic Brewing: Laugh at jokes from a rotating list of comedians over beer. $10. 8pm. Details

Unplugged Fridays at 2817 Rozzelles Ferry Road: Unplug from the work week with other young Black professionals. Free. 5-10pm. Details

SATURDAY, July 15

95. PM thunderstorms. 40% chance of rain.

Yoga at Hi-Wire Brewing: Enjoy a guided yoga flow, then reward yourself with a beer. $10. 11am-12pm. Details

South End Farmer’s Market at Atherton Mill: Buy locally produced groceries and explore Atherton Mill. Free. 8am-1pm. Details

Luke Combs Pre-Concert Party at HopFly Brewing Co.: Listen to live country music, drink a cold beer and get ready for the Luke Combs concert. Free. 1pm. Details

TAKE 6 at Knight Theater: Vibe to the Grammy award-winning a cappella group as they perform a mix of gospel, jazz, R&B and pop music. $34.50 and up. 8-10pm. Details

Potions & Pixels at 701 Keswick: Play board games for all ages with friends and family. Free. 12-3pm. Details

Killer Mike and the Midnight Revival: The High & Holy Tour at The Underground: Party to rap songs performed by rapper Killer Mike. $35. 8pm. Details

CLT Edge Fest at Charlotte Art League: Take the entire family to enjoy an art festival with live paintings, live music, dance and poetry. Free. 3-9pm. Details

A VIBE OUTSIDE ’23: ART OUT LOUD! at 1600 W Trade St.: Celebrate local Black creative culture with live painting, dance competitions, pop-up roller rink, live music and food trucks. Free. 3-8pm. Details

Tru Vibez Day Party at Imperial: Party during the day with music from a live DJ and cocktails. $20-$100. 4-9pm. Details

3rd Annual Charlotte Chef Festival at 4419 Tuckaseegee Road: Eat your way through food created by local private chefs, caterers and food vendors. $5-$20. 11am-5pm. Details

Wooden Robot’s 8th Anniversary at The Chamber: Celebrate Wooden Robot’s anniversary with beer releases, food trucks and live music. Free. 12-11pm. Details

Active Killer Defense at FTF® Charlotte: Learn how to defend yourself against attackers. $39. 11:30am-1pm. Details

Yoga & Mimosas at Ballantyne’s Backyard: Start your morning with a guided outdoor yoga flow and sip on mimosas afterward. $15. 11am.  Details

1-Year Anniversary Party Circus Carnival Extravaganza at Hi-Wire: Celebrate Hi-Wire’s anniversary with live music, a live DJ, dunk tank, local vendors, keg lifts, face painting, dog pool and games. Free. 1-9pm. Details

Upscale Rooftop Adult Prom at Skyline Terrace: Pretend you’re in high school and put on your formal outfits to attend prom on a rooftop. $50. 8pm-12am. Details

SUNDAY, July 16

95. PM thunderstorms. 40% chance of rain.

Sunday Brunch at RSVP: Eat brunch a selection of brunch dishes with cocktails. $12-$25. 11am-3pm. Details

Vibras Sunday at Broken Promises: Enjoy a chef-catered brunch during this Latin themed day party. Free entry. 2-8pm. Details

Erykah Badu Unfollow Me Tour at Spectrum Center: Sing along to popular hits song like “Tyrone” by Erykah Badu all evening. $43.45. 7:30-10:30pm. Details

85 South Show Live at Bojangles Coliseum: Laugh the night away at jokes from comedians DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Clayton English. $45.50. 7pm. Details

Jazzy R&B Vibes at VAPA Center: Vibe to jazz sounds similar to Harlem Renaissance or soul-stirring R&B sounds. $20. 6-9pm. Details

Brunch & Boozy Day Party at CLT Hub: Eat brunch items from G.R.I.T.S CLT while you sip on cocktails and listen to music from a live DJ. $0-$25. 12-5pm. Details

Summer Music Series at Seoul Food (Mill District): Listen to live music from local bands. Free. 3-8pm. Details

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