Hit two great Prince tributes last night. Look for the video later. Meanwhile, great festival are ending today. Don't miss out on the last day of fun. See you in the streets.... Outdoor Festival - A weekend of competitions and live music ends today at Tuck Fest. U.S. National Whitewater Rafting Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway.
Puppy Love - Show your support for our furry friends at the Mutts & Mimosas benefiting the Human Society. In addition to Atherton Market's current vendors, the event will feature other local artisans and mobile boutiques. 1 p.m. Atherton Market, 2140 South Blvd. Tickets.
Film Festival - The 2016 GayCharlotte Film Festival features full-length drama and comedies, documentaries and short films. Various times throughout the weekend. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd, 501 Queens Rd.
Righteous Comedy - Activist and comedian Dick Gregory unleashes his insight and wit on politics, pop culture, race relations and more. One night only. 6 p.m., The Comedy Zone, Suite B3 900 N.C. Music Factory Boulevard. Sold out, but if you have a hook up hit them up.
I was all excited about the Charlotte Jazz Festival late night jam and "Schoolhouse Rocks Live!" Adult Night, but now Su Casa's Prince tribute party is a priority. So many events to choose from. Wherever you go, be sure to party like it's 1999! See you in the streets... Purple Tears - Bring your grief, your joy and you soul to Su CASA: The April Edition! It’s a tribute to Prince and also features film, live art, face painting and more. Celebrate Prince’s life and music the way he would’ve wanted - party like it’s 1999! 10 p.m. Petra’s, 1919 Commonwealth Ave Details.
Countdown Party - It’s hard to believe, but AIDSWalk is only two weeks away. Nathan Smith is one of eight hosts for tonight’s party featuring music by DJ Rob Reeves. Cathode drag headliners Angela Lopez, Bella Jade and Felicia Monet will volunteer for photo ops with the AIDSWALK Jeep. Cathode will donate 50% of door cover and eventbrite sales of VIP lounge to AIDSWALK! Freebies and more. 10 p.m., Cathode Azure Club, 1820 South Blvd, Ste 106. Details.
Pop Up Market - Local vendors Weird Empire, the Daily Press CLT and the Gateau Baking Company are participating in the Cherry Pie - Pop-Up Market. Enjoy an art show, coffee, pastry, and more. Unitl 6 p.m., Union Shop Studio, 5019 Wilkinson Blvd. Details.
Jazz Lovers - This is your weekend with dozens of live jazz events throughout the week ranging from lunch to late night jam sessions. Highlights include tonight’s Charlotte Jazz Festival First Night featuring Sammy Miller and the Congregation with special guest Wynton Marsalis, Friday’s Jazz in the Key of Life featuring Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Orchestra on Friday and a Creole Jazz Brunch on Saturday. Events range from free to ticketed. Various venues uptown. Schedule.
Outdoor Festival - St. Paul and the Broken Bones headline the kickoff concert for TuckFest. It's a weekend of competitions and live music at the 5 p.m. U.S. National Whitewater Rafting Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway.
Film Festival - The 2016 GayCharlotte Film Festival features full-length drama and comedies, documentaries and short films. Various times throughout the weekend. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd, 501 Queens Rd.
‘90s R&B - Need to hear some R&B to set off a romantic night? Don’t miss Jagged Edge. Hits include “Promise,” “Gotta Be” and “Where the Party At?” They performed to a small, but enthusiastic crowd CIAA weekend, but it was a good show. Food will also be available. 10 p.m. The White House, 4808 Wilkinson Blvd. Details.
Jimmy Buffett Party Bus Events Rockhouse
Schedule:
1:00-2:00pm - Check-In (Tyber Creek Pub)
2:00 - Bus Departs for PNC Music Pavilion
7:00 - Concert Starts
*** Bus will depart 30 min. after the show
Elevate
Schedule:
2:00 pm - Meet at Hot Taco, 200 East Bland Street
5:30 pm - Bus leaves for the concert
$20 and fees. Tickets.
I’m Just A Bill - My brother and I always started Saturday mornings with cartoons and “School House Rocks!” I can’t wait, wait, wait for tonight’s "Schoolhouse Rocks Live!" Adult Night No kids allowed for this show. We adults get to join the mosh pit and rock to this childhood favorite. Pre-show reception at 6:30 p.m. with food, beer and wine from Mac’s Speedshop. 7:30 p.m., Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. 7th Street. $12 and up.
BBQ Competition - The 3rd annual Smoke Off BBQ Competition features 20 amateur teams making yummy food. Teams cook all day. $10 gets you unlimited samples till 5 p.m., which is when the voting begins. There’s also beer and live music. Benefits Purple Heart Homes. 1 p.m., The Unknown Brewing Company, 1327 S Mint St. Details.
Don't Miss Outdoor Festival - St. Paul and the Broken Bones headline the kickoff concert for TuckFest. It's a weekend of competitions and live music at the 5 p.m. U.S. National Whitewater Rafting Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway.
Film Festival - The 2016 GayCharlotte Film Festival features full-length drama and comedies, documentaries and short films. Various times throughout the weekend. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd, 501 Queens Rd.
Evening Race - Come out for an evening of running, eating and drinking in FreeMoreWest in the 4th annual FreeMoreWest 5Kat FreeMoreWest's 5K on the Greenway. After the race, enjoy food from 2 Chicks & a Truck and Olde Mecklenburg Brewing beer. Benefits Classroom Central. 6 p.m. Uptown Cycles, 1432 W Morehead St.
It’s Back - The occasional Takeover Friday returns. The Charlotte LGBT Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a business expo at Takeover Friday at Le Meridien Charlotte. Music by DJ Little Betty. Le Meridien, 555 S McDowell Street
Happy Birthday- Join the EpiCentre as it celebrates Rooftop 210 Anniversary & Season Opener. VIP Happy Hour 8 p.m. Rooftop 210, 210 E. Trade St.
More Jazz - The monthly edition of New Frequencies returns with Trio Red Space. Charlotte duo Ghost Trees opens. 8 p.m. McColl Center, $10/$12. Details.
Concert Series - Another weekly concert series returns tonight with SouthPark Cocktails & Concerts each Friday featuring live music until May 6. 5 p.m. Piedmont Town Center, 4725 Piedmont Row Drive. Details.
Let's try this again. Alive After Five is back, and so is the Spring Concert Series. Oh! Arsenio Hall is doing standup at the Comedy Zone this weekend. Read my interview with him. Thursday Happy Hour North - Head to the University area for the Spring Concert Series. Every Thursday in April weather permitting. Coconut Groove headlines tonight. 6-9 p.m. at University. Details.
Favorite Outdoor Happy Hour - Grab your friends and head outside for the crowd favorite Alive After Five. Mo Money headlines the first party of the year. 5 p.m. Rooftop 210, EpiCentre, 210 E. Trade St. Details.
Friday
Arts & Literature Festival -The CPCC Sensoria festival features film festivals, theatrical performances, opera, lectures, art shows, and more. Tonight - April 16, Various CPCC campus.
Performing Arts Festival - Three days of arts and performances in venues throughout Plaza-Midwood. Activities range from yoga to meditation to dance to spoken word at Boom. Launch party tonight, April 7, Pecha Kucha, Petra’s.
Jazz Festival -Enjoy a multi-day jazz festival featuring Spryo Grya featuring a dozen artist including Spyro Gyra, Eric Darius, Peter White, Richard Elliot and others at The Waterfront Jazz Festival at Queens Landing. April 8-10, Queens Landing, Mooresville.
Beer Dinner - Heirloom’s Clarke Barlowe prepares Triple B at Triple C, a gourmet BBQ dinner. Features Triple C beer, wine and music.Benefits Freedom School Partners. 7-10 p.m., Triple C Brewing, 2900 Griffith St. $40 per person.
Free Pizza - Help Blaze Pizzacelebrate it’s grand opening by building your own free artisanal pizza. You must follows them on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Blaze Pizza, 1750 Camden Rd.
Saturday
Really Sweet - The Charlotte HoneyBees strut their stuff in the Annual Swimsuit Fashion Show. They will be showcasing spring swimwear fashion. 9 p.m., Rooftop 210, 210 East Trade St.
Gone To The Dogs - Help the Humane Society and get some exercise for you and your furry friend at Pet Palooza Festival and Walk for the Animals. It’s 2K fundraising dog walk and includes a full day of family-oriented, dog-friendly festivities. Hosted by WBTV News Anchor Kristen Miranda and WBTV Meteorologist Lyndsay Tapases. The annual event draws over 4,000 people and their dogs each year. More than 100 vendors and sponsors offer pet-related products and services. After the walk and then stay to shop and enjoy live music, pet agility demonstrations, food trucks, dog contests, a beer garden and more. Independence Park, 300 Hawthorne Lane.
Sip Fit - Display your physical prowess in the Spartan Sprint Race. The sprint is 3-5 miles with 20-23 obstacles. Registration starts at $109. Kids Race, starting at $28. Porter Farms, 4455 Mt Pleasant Rd S, Concord. Saturday and Sunday. Details.
Speakeasy Party - The Live Exchange Party Band headlines The 3rd Annual Green Tie Gala: Speakeasy! The party raises money for UNC Charlotte student scholarships. Come party in your best 1920s garb and enjoy ‘20s themed food. Tickets. 7:30 p.m.,
Omni Charlotte Hotel, 132 E Trade St.
Food Festival - After a day of riding roller coasters fill your bellies at the Taste of the Carolinas at Carowinds. Performances include Carolina artists including the Jeff Luckadoo Band, Tony Barnes and Back Porch Orchestra. The festival features celebrity chefs, culinary events, beer and wine pairings, music performances and more- all at the place where the Carolinas come together during Taste of the Carolinas! For complete details and to buy tickets. Saturdays and Sundays April 9 through May 1.
Say goodbye to Charlotte Craft Beer Week, but don't fret next month is NC Craft Beer Month so there will be even more beer flowing. See you in the streets... Eat Your Dessert - Indulge your sugar cravings at Sweet Tooth Festival 2016. If you’ve already bought tickets then you’re one of the lucky ones. If you don’t have tickets to this sold out, call your friends, check Next Door. Somebody, somewhere can hook you up! 2 p.m. Omni Hotel, 132 E Trade St.
New Black Movie Event - The Classic Black Cinema Series launches Black Cinema Forward today. It’s a new quarterly film series highlighting current black filmmakers. There will be a reception, live music and a screening of three films by filmmaker Nijla Mu’min. 4 p.m. C3 Lab, 2525 Distribution St. $20. Details.
Craft Week Finale - Charlotte Craft Beer Week ends with a collaboration with Elevate Lifestyle to present the South End Spring Fling. Benefits Project Halo. Ticket includes: admission, two craft beers, raffle ticket, entertainment, and live music. There will be food trucks and at least five Charlotte and N.C. craft breweries. Local vendors will be selling their wares. There will be a viewing area for College Basketball games, along with Beer Olympics and more. 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Bulldog Beer & Wine, 1434 Winnifred Street On Street parking available and go to the Carson Street Station if you are using the Light Rail. Details.
Film Festival -The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival celebrates features stories of journeys, adventures and expeditions told by authors, photographers, adventurers and filmmakers from around the globe. The takes films to fans to more than 40 countries. 7 p.m., McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square, 345 N College St. $15. Details.
Celebrating Women - Craft Chicks highlights talented women of Charlotte from brewing to baking to building and so much more. Proceeds benefit Safe Alliance. $10. Includes a beer from Unknown’s collaboration with Alexa from Legion Brewing. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., The Unknown Brewing Co., South Mint Street, 1327 S Mint St. Details.
Happy St. Patrick's Day! The fun continues so does Charlotte Craft Beer Week. New events include fundraisers, poetry and a new brewery opening. Head out for your lunch break today uptown at one of the museums for Art Break. Don't miss the St. Patrick's Day events today. See you in the streets...
Friday
Last One - The Jazz Arts Initiative concludes its sixth season with a tribute to North Carolina native Nina Simone. The Saturday show features trumpeter Mark Rapp playing the music of Miles Davis. 6 p.m. and 8:15 p.m., Stage Door Theater, corner of 5th and College in Uptown Charlotte. $12, $15. Details.
She’s Hot - I’ve seen plenty of adult entertainers, but Angel Beau brings the heat with her fire-breathing show. She also rolls on a bed of machete blades.Scores Gentlemens Club & Steakhouse, 123 Executive Center Place. Mooresville $10.
Brewery Opening - Concord is getting its first full-scale brewery and taproom. Cabarrus Brewing Company
opens its 5,000 square foot taproom featuring large TVs and occasional
live music. 2 p.m. today, opens noon Saturday and Sunday, Cabarrus
Brewing, 329 McGill Ave NW, Concord.
She’s A Poet - Self-described Artivist Chiara Richardson headlines the Power of SHE Poetry Slam. Richardson is a published poet, actress, artist, educator, and activist. 8 p.m., McGlohon Theater, 345 N. College St. $12. Details.
Saturday Drink For A Cause - The Pints for Prostates Charity Cornhole Tournament raises money to fight prostate caner. 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Unknown Brewing.
1327 South Mint St. $60 per team. Includes: Two T-shirts, four beers
and a chance to win at trip to Oktoberfest in Germany. Unknown is also
donating $.50 of every beer sold to P4P. Details.
Drink For A Cause II - If you love orange juice mixed with sparkling wine then head to The 7th Annual Mimosa Party which benefits Time Out Youth. 8 a.m - 12 p.m., JB's On The Greenway, 2128 Greenway Ave. Details.
Casino Nights - Play craps, blackjack, roulette, Texas-Hold-em and participate in auctions, and enjoy musical entertainment, fun and prizes the Roaring 20s party. Proceeds go to support Carolina Voices and their mission to enrich communities through song. $65. The Palmer Building, 2601 E 7th St. Details.
Sunday
Craft Week Finale - Charlotte Craft Beer Week ends with a collaboration with Elevate Lifestyle to present the South End Spring Fling. Benefits Project Halo. Ticket includes: admission, two craft beers, raffle ticket, entertainment, and live music. There will be food trucks and at least five Charlotte and N.C. craft breweries. Local vendors will be selling their wares. There will be a viewing area for College Basketball games, along with Beer Olympics and more. 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Bulldog Beer & Wine, 1434 Winnifred Street On Street parking available and go to the Carson Street Station if you are using the Light Rail. Details.
Film Festival -The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival celebrates features stories of journeys, adventures and expeditions told by authors, photographers, adventurers and filmmakers from around the globe. The takes films to fans to more than 40 countries. 7 p.m., McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square, 345 N College St. $15. Details.
Celebrating Women - Craft Chicks highlights talented women of Charlotte from brewing to baking to building and so much more. Proceeds benefit Safe Alliance. $10. Includes a beer from Unknown’s collaboration with Alexa from Legion Brewing. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., The Unknown Brewing Co., South Mint Street, 1327 S Mint St. Details.
This weekend is what I call the calm after the storm. After all of the Halloween partying, this is the weekend to slow down and chill at a few low key events. See you in the streets.
Wednesday
Canvas & Beats - You’ve seen all of the different painting events. Paint Craze blends live art and music. Each week the paint-your-own-party features a different live band. 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Dirty Hippie, 5028 South Boulevard in the tan building next to Pep Boys. $10 cover includes canvas and paint.
Jazzy Happy Hour - Trombonist Buff Dillard headlines the weekly after-work mixer. 7 p.m. 10 p.m., Sydney’s Martini Bar, 401 N. Tryon St. Free.
Thursday Independent Play - An unexpected pregnancy ends a fighter pilot’s flying career, but piloting drones provides new opportunities and pitfalls in Grounded, a one-woman play. Tonight through Saturday, and Nov. 12-14. 7:30 p.m., Studio 1212, 1212 E. 10th St. $20. Tickets.
Dinner With The Ghost And The Devil
Friday Buy Art - The Light Factory hosts its auction this month, but you can get a sneak peek at the Auction Preview Party. Light hors d’oeuvres and a casual discussion about featured auction artwork. 6:30 p.m., The Light Factory, 1817 Central Ave.
Film Festival - The 100 Words Film Festival expands to an entire weekend of film premieres, parties, and a panel discussion. The festival features 35 films from award-winning professionals and student filmmakers will make their world premieres. $10 per show, $24 for all three events. Screenings are Nov. 6 and 7 at 8:00 p.m. at the McGlohon Theater, 345 N College St. After-parties immediately following at the 7th Street Market (tonight) and Rooftop 210 (Saturday). Details.
Alt Hip-Hop - Fresh off their fifth studio album, The Foreign Exhchange: Phonte + Nicolay continue to challenge hip-hop and R&B with their blend of electronica, jazz and hip-hop. 8 p.m. Amos’ Southend, 1423 S. Tryon St. $25. www.amossouthend.com
Saturday Fashion Show Benefit - Fashion Street is an outdoor fashion show features 22 local models, seven boutiques and celebrity models. Guest are encouraged to bring canned good to benefit the Harvest Center. The event is free. Boutique owner LeMond Hart is hosting this event. 6 p.m. at East 15th Street between Caldwell Street and Davidson Street.
Hit The Streets - Sustain Charlotte is promoting healthy lifestyle with the Walk Your Neighborhood kick off event in Plaza-Midwood. Participants are encouraged to walk from their residence to the Pizza Peel on Central Avenue. There will be a table for residents to check-in, log their miles, and receive a wristband, which qualifies for discounts at area restaurants and shops. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., The Pizza Peel & Tap Room, 1600 Central Ave. Details. #WalkCLT
Music Festival - The North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue and Birdsong Brewing Co. are teaming up for music festival. Bands: Tina Crapsi, Dane Page and Jennifer Millis. Admission gets you a pint glass, beer, flight of beers, Koozie an more. 5 p.m. Birdsong Brewing, 1016 N. Davidson St. $25. Details.
I think I'll call today Family Fun Day. So much to do for the family, and a few things for adults too. Go outside and enjoy the day. See you in the streets.... Family Fun - After three weekends of rain, hot chili sounds sooo good. The 6th Annual Dilworth/South End Chili Cook-Off is a family-friendly event with fire trucks, mascots and chili. Samples from local restaurants and cooking teams. Proceeds benefit Camp Kudos, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and Alzheimer's Association. Pumpkin painting for the kids by Wine & Design, a cornhole tournament, local bands, a huge raffle, a bake sale to benefit MS. Celebrity judges will be Sir Purr and Chubby Checker. 11 a.m. Atherton Mills, 2100 South Boulevard. $10, free for kids. Details. TJ's Yaasssss!
10th Annual Film Festival - Friends Antonio Diaz, Keith Whatley and Ryan Walker created the 15 Short Film Festival in 2005 to showcase short films. This year’s festival will feature 20 short films from 15 countries with multiple award winning shorts from the Tribeca, Sundance, Cannes, South By Southwest, and Slam Dance Film Festivals. More than 1500 films were submitted by filmmakers from around the world. 7 p.m. The Evening Muse, 3227 N Davidson St. Details. TJ's Yaasssss!
Don't Forget Family Fun - The Latin American Festival celebrates 25 years. The festival features vendors selling handmade crafts, Latino visual artists, traditional dance performances and musical acts. Headliners include: Mexican ska band Panteon Rococo, legendary salsero Ismael Miranda, and multi-Grammy award winning Colombian rock group Aterciopelados returns. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Rd. 1 day pass $10, 2 day pass $15, Children 10 & under are free. Details. TJ's Yaasssss!
Medieval Fun! - The Carolina Renaissance Festival returns for weeks of jousting, belly dancing and more. The festival features more than 500 costumed characters, 12 stages of music, comedy and circus entertainment, and more. There are more than 100 vendors in the Village Artisan Marketplace. Various times and dates until Nov. 22. TJ's Yaasssss!
OktoberFest - Bar games just got a touch of fall with a Stein holding contest to go with the usual bar games at OktoberFest. Beers include Spaten, Spaten Octoberfest and Fraiziskaner. 1 p.m. Rusty Rudder, 20210 Henderson Rd #101, Cornelius.
Celebrity Appearance - Super Fresh Sundays will be hosted by rapper Yo Gotti. Music by Ciroc Boy DJ SNS and DJ Ngenius and co-hosted by Mugsy and Neezy. 10 p.m. The All New White House Club (formerly Tempo), 4809 Wilkinson Blvd. Details.
I'm back!!! In 2005, I launched the Paid To Party column for the Observer. Now I'm back with a fresh look at Charlotte's entertainment offerings. For the next few months, I'll be testing a new feature, primarily aimed at weekend events and other ways to entertain yourself, your family, your visitors.
Sip + Play is your guide to fun things to do in Charlotte from Food Truck Fridays to bar crawls to events you've never experienced. I still love a party, so there also will be plenty of that.
Sip + Play will take you all over Charlotte and beyond with live event coverage on the weekends and recommendations of where to go and what to do. I'm looking forward to sharing my adventures with you. #cltevents
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