Check out these events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area this weekend— as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
FRIDAY, JULY 3
Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
311 is still “all mixed up.” The bands newest album, titled Uplifter contains a mix of sounds from hard rock to reggae. See them perform with opening act Ziggy Marley at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre tonight.
• Special Event Theatre Charlotte is presenting a night of song merriment with its Grease Sing-Along event. The film will be screened with subtitled song lyrics, so you can chime in. Dress up as your favorite character from the film for the pre-show costume contest. more…
• Theater Ready for a fight? Citizens of the Universe is presenting fist-pumping performances of Fight Club for your own deranged enlightenment.
SATURDAY, JULY 4
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club’s Living in America party will feature 80’s music, party favors, drink specials and you can get a great view of Uptown fireworks.
• Special Event Red, White & Boom is a family-friendly 4th of July fest full of activities at Memorial Stadium. more…
• Special Event Red White & Blue Fest offers you a car and bike show, a fashion show, live music, food, fireworks and more, in celebration of July 4th. more…
SUNDAY, JULY 5
210 N. Church St.
In a recovery effort from yesterday’s hotdogs and hamburgers, visit Basil Thai Cuisine where you can munch on flavorful Pad Thai.
• Theater In the mood for a romantic comedy? If so, head to CPCC’s Halton Theater for a performance of The Rainmaker. more…
• Theater Make your way to Belk Theater today for final performances of The Phantom of the Opera. more…
This article appears in Jun 30 – Jul 7, 2009.
