5 things to do in Charlotte Nov. 2–6, 2026

Ashley Mahoney

Bright blue sky over a retro diner with a red exterior and shiny metal siding. A large sign reads "EAT HERE" in bold white letters with a black-and-white checkered border, trees behind. — Grey's Diner on The Plaza. Photo: Laura Barrero/Axios

From local theater to touring shows to dinner and a movie, it's a busy week in Charlotte. Don't forget to vote.

Here are things to do around town this week.

🎞️ Monday: Head to Grey's Diner for their inaugural dinner and a movie. Each of the three courses will be inspired by the night's screening of "Goodfellas." | 6pm | $60+ | Details

🗳️ Tuesday: Vote. | 6:30am to 7:30pm. Voters in line at their assigned polling location at 7:30pm will be able to vote. | Details

🌃 Wednesday: See "Dirty Dancing: The Musical" at Belk Theater and remember, "Nobody puts Baby in a corner." | $47.02+ | 7:30pm | Details

🎭 Thursday: Catch Nick Dear's adaptation of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" at Theatre Charlotte. | $39.50 | 7:30pm | Details

📚 Friday: Meet local authors at Sweetheart Market at Hi-Wire Brewing in South End. | Free | 6-8:30pm | Details

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5 things to do in Charlotte Nov. 2–6, 2026

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