Events Tomorrow
Charlotte Run for Peace 5k
Sat., May 25, 8 a.m.
704.582.9420Festivals/Events, Health & Fitness, Sports & Recreation
We are proud to present the 2013 Charlotte Run for Peace at Home hosted at McAlpine Creek Greenway on May 25, 2013. For nearly 20 years, our goal has been to raise awareness and funds to benefit domestic violence programs in our community.
$30.00
P.O. Box 32802
General Charlotte Area
704.582.9420zac.reilly@charlottepeaceathome.com
NC HOPS AND ROOTS FEST
Sat., May 25, 12 p.m.Festivals/Events
Gates open at noon, music starts at 1:30.
FREE CAMPING/FAMILY FRIENDLY
This is a celebration of our local beer, wine, food, and farms all enhanced by superb music!! There is so much North Carolina has to offer in regards to our beers, wineries, sustainable farms, the restaurants that buy from our farms and of course the great music that helps that NC beer, wine and food go down so well! This festival is to not only showcase that, but to bring awareness to what it is we have here!!
$20 IN ADVANCE; $25 AT GATE
1439 Henderson Tanyard Road
General Charlotte Area
919-542-8142Simon Kidgits Lil Chef
Sat., May 25, 2 & 4 p.m. (704) 364-4411Family
Little food lovers will get creative with cuisine as Super Duper Lil Chefs makes its annual appearance at SouthPark! Families can stir up some tasty fun with a variety of exciting activities, including food-related arts and crafts projects, prize giveaways and a local food drive. Free for members; $5 for non-members
We Will Raq You III (80s edition)
Sat., May 25, 7 p.m. 704-936-8159Nightlife
Love all things 80s? Tired of the same ol' club scene?
Come see some of the best belly dancers in the Southeast in a whole new way!
We've got more than 50 performers dancing to your 80s favorites - from Motley Crue to Michael Jackson to Depeche Mode.
So come be part of the show! Dig out your best 80s garb, bring your friends, and support live, local entertainment!
Want more info?
Find us on Facebook at We Will Raq You III (80s edition)
This show sold out the last two years, so get your tickets NOW!
$7.00
Cleveland County Artists Competiton & Exhibit
Through June 13, 9 a.m. 704-484-2787Visual Arts, Museums
This exhibit features a rich and varied showcase of the talent that lies in Cleveland County. Local artists exhibit their work and compete for awards totaling $2,050 in this prestigious competition.
Free to Attend
111 S. Washington Street
General Charlotte Area
704-484-2787info@ccartscouncil.org
Flight of the Butterflies
Through July 17Film
This film covers the journey of hundreds of millions of monarch butterflies as they travel from Mexico through the U.S. to Canada and back south again. Showtimes vary by day. $10 ages 14-59, $9 ages 2-13 and 60+, $5 for Members, free for children under 2
301 North Tryon Street
General Charlotte Area
704-372-6261Lights. Camera. NASCAR
Through Oct. 1Museums
Just because you live in the south doesn’t mean that you like NASCAR. Watching loud cars drive around and around and around just isn’t for everyone. What you may find more interesting is the huge influence that racing has had on film. In NASCAR Hall of Fame’s newest exhibit you’ll get to see the ways the sport has influenced blockbusters like Jurassic Park and Days of Thunder. Artifacts include items like the Cole Trickle car from Days of Thunder, the Doc Hudson car from Cars, the Wonder Bread car from Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and other objects from movie sets. $19.95-$12.95; free for members
“Lights. Camera. NASCAR.” Exhibit
Through Oct. 1 (704) 654-4400Family, Sports & Recreation, Museums
Don’t miss the red-carpet worthy, star-studded coming attraction at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. “Lights. Camera. NASCAR.” illustrates the tremendous appeal NASCAR holds both on the track and the big screen. Glitz and glamour await as you explore NASCAR’s legacy in Hollywood from the promotion of blockbusters like “Jurassic Park” to starring roles in smash hits like “Days of Thunder.” Artifacts are ready for their close-ups and include items like the Doc Hudson car from “CARS,” the Wonder Bread car from “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” and dozens of other artifacts straight from the set.
Admission is $19.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors and military, $12.95 for children 5-12 and free for children younger than 5.
Word 4 Word: A Night of Poetry
Fourth Saturday of every month, 9:30 p.m., Fourth and Fourth Saturday of every month and Fourth Saturday of every month (646) 789-6296Spoken Word, Readings & Signings
A grown and sexy alternative to the club scene. Word4Word quenches the lyrical thirst. Poets/comedians of all levels welcome. Brought to you by The Artistic Collective. To sign-up in advance or for more info email info@weareartisticcollective.com
$7
Free Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting
OngoingCulinary
The tasting room features the freshest and highest quality extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Healthy food market with gluten-free products, non-dairy cheeses and other healthy food alternatives too.
Free
