Sep 8, 2026 - Things to Do

4 things to do in and around Charlotte Sept. 8–11, 2026

From live music to live theater and to your next read, there's plenty to do around town this week.

📕 Tuesday: Hear from Axios' Mimi Montgomery about her debut novel "Murder Bites" at Gaston Day School. | $20 | 6:30pm–8pm | Details

🎤 Wednesday: Jam out to Empire of the Sun at Truliant Amphitheater. | $26+ | 7:30pm | Details

🎭 Thursday: Catch Alicia Keys' hit Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen" at Belk Theater. | $47.02+ | 7:30pm | Details

🎸 Friday: Hear live outdoor music at the Whitewater Center during River Jam. | Free | 7–10pm | Details

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