British Christmas, EDM dance party and prom

It's Friddaayyyy! What a mix of fun tonight. See you in the streets...

Short Films - This month's edition of New Frequencies features short films by filmmaker Jem Cohen, director of the art-house hit "Museum Hours" and the Fugazi documentary "Instrument." The films span his career, combining narrative and documentary. 8 p.m. McColl Center for Art + Innovation, 721 N. Tryon St. $5, $7. Tickets.

Annual Tradition -  Mince pies, sausage rolls, cornish pasties, cold beer and mulled wine will definitely get you into the Christmas spirit at the British Christmas party. There will be English beer specials, raffle prizes and karaoke. 7:30  p.m., Jackalope Jack's Restaurant & Bar, 1936 E 7th St.

 

EDM Party - Check out the DJs from throughout the eastern part of the state at SOFAL EDM Shindig. The EDM styles range from dubstep to trap to drum & bass. 9 p.m. The Dirty Hippie, 5028 South Boulevard (tan building next to Pep Boys, behind Larry's Salon Suites) $8. Details.

Adult Prom - Wear  your fancy winter formal wear to the Weirdo Winter Formal (WWF). Featuring Good Bones, Alright, Sext Message, Del Rio, Yarbs and Mon Frere. 6:30 p.m. Tremont Music Hall, 400 W. Tremont Ave. $7. Details.

 

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Several places to get your groove on tonight!

Music fans get ready for a day of booming beats ranging from soul to punk to Latin. Yep, the parties span all types of music genres. Pick your style and have fun. See you in the streets. Let's get this party started.


Music Festival - Get your punk fix at the Punk Rock Picnic 8 with local and regional bands: Swell Friends, The Commonwealth, No Anger Control, Chalkies, The Beeps, Random Conflict, Corporate Fandango, Turd Cutter, YARBS, Aloha Broha. 3 p.m. Tremont Music Hall, 400 W. Tremont Ave. $8. Details.

Soul Pop Groove - Enjoy the sounds of Miami Dice featuring Scott Weaver and Cement Stars’ Shaun Olsen and Josh Foggart. The grooves range from soul-pop to electro and more. Read Courtney Devores review of tonight’s show. 10 p.m., Snug Harbor, 1228 Gordon St. $5. Details.

Draught 1-Year Anniversary - Rockhouse Events presents Saturday Night Lights Cornhole, a free corn hole tournament at night under the lights. The tourney is part of Draught’s one-year celebration. Drink specials, live music, and food. 7 p.m. Draught, 601 S. Cedar St.

Don't Forget

Shake Something - Put your salsa and tango lessons to work at the Latina American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte Summer Fiesta & Fundraiser. Ricardo Diquez & the Tropic Orchestra will perform salsa, merengue and tropical music. DJ Khriz will spin reggae ton, bachata, club and more. 9 p.m. LaCa Projects, 1429 Bryant St. $50 and must be purchased in advance. Tickets. 

Silky Soul - It’s not summer in Charlotte without a concert by Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. The soul singer headlines the Soulmatic Music Festival which also features SWV, Jagged Edge, Whodini and others. 4 p.m. Metrolina Expo, 7100 Statesville Road. $35 and up. Details.

Get Artistic - This isn’t a sip and wine event, but you can explore your inner artists at Open Studio Saturday at the McColl Center. This will be the last Open Studio Saturday for Summer Affiliate Artists Charles Williams, Caroline Rust, Erik Waterkotte, Endia Beal, Matt Horick, and Taproot. Free. 12-4 p.m. Details

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New Steeplechase event, free arts today and wrestling tonight

Heads up! Limited tickets onsale today for Frontstretch Fest, a new event debuting at the 64th annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase at Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, N.C. Frontstretch is a  southern celebration of horse racing, quality bourbon and craft beer. Frontstretch Fest will feature artisanal food and drinks, hand-rolled cigars, live music, interactive entertainment and much more. “Bourbon Bend” and “Craft Beer Boulevard” will offer tastings and classes from local and national distilleries and breweries alongside “Cuisine Corner,” which will showcase the best local chefs and food trucks. Saturday, April 4, 2015 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Rd., Raeford, NC 28376. More details:  frontstretchfest.com

Now, let's get this party started. See you in the street....

Free Arts & Culture - Sample Charlotte's arts scene with the Arts and Science Council's Connect With Culture Day. Choose from a variety of events throughout the area. Cool thing is the performing arts groups are getting out into the community. For example, the Charlotte Ballet will be conducting a class at Siskey YMCA and part of Opera Carolina will be at Steele Creek Library. The weekend also features free admission to area museums. Get the full details.


In Memoriam - Radok Fest 4 returns to celebrate the life of photographer Chris "Kodar" Radok who was killed four years ago. The music community honors Radok with MC Scott Weaver, Greevace, David Childers, gogoPilot and others. 10 p.m., Snug Harbor, 1228 Gordon St. $5.



Burlesque and Wrestling - Fireball’s Grindhouse Wrestling Show combines burlesque dancers, pro wrestling and live music in what they appropriately call the Madhouse. 7 p.m. Tremont Music Hall, 400 W. Tremont Ave. $12.

DON'T FORGET

Local Music Awards - Celebrate local Charlotte musicians at the 8th Annual Queen City Awards. Fly Ty will host the event, which recognizes country, hip-hop, rock and other musical talent. Don't miss your chance to walk the red carpet. 7 p.m. Halton Theater, 1201 Elizabeth Ave. $20 and up.









LGBTQ Discussion - Josh Burford and Malu Fairley, in partnership with the Charlotte Business Guild, host LGBTQ Perspectives. It's a final community forum discussing LGBTQ issues and perspectives. Free and open to the public. 1-3 p.m. Levine Museum of the New South, 300 N. College St.

Gift Exchange - Exchange your unwanted Christmas gifts for something you may want, need or simply like better at the Third Annual Flip Gift Party presented by Honey Bee Gifts. Gifts must be registered by 11:30 a.m. to participate in the exchange. You'll can also shop the pop ups. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hydrate Medical, 228 East Blvd. Ste. 200. Free. $10 VIP.

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