SouthPark's outdoor concert series is back

SouthPark After 5, a popular entertainment series, returns next month.

Why it matters: The free events drew 40,000 attendees since beginning in 2023, according to SouthPark Community Partners, which puts on the series alongside Southern Entertainment.

Details: SouthPark After 5 takes place at Symphony Park near SouthPark mall. It runs from 5-9pm every Thursday from Sept. 5 through Oct. 10.

• Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs.

Here's the lineup:

• Sept. 5 — Landslide Tribute to Fleetwood Mac and free face painting
• Sept. 12 — Southside Station and free caricatures from Charlotte artists
• Sept. 19 — LOVER an Eras Tour Experience and a community coloring wall, plus a performance by the Birdmen
• Sept. 26 — Michelle Renée performing yacht rock hits, hands-on music activity with Kindermusik by Missy and a performance by the Birdmen
• Oct. 3 — On the Border Ultimate Eagles Tribute and free face painting
• Oct. 10 — Sade Tribute featuring Robyn Springer and a free pumpkin patch and pumpkin painting with Charlotte artists