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Charlotte is an Arts City

Arts & Culture

The Queen City carries a creative legacy that can be felt across stages, galleries, studios and public art spaces, defining Charlotte as an arts and culture destination. With thousands of artistic and cultural events happening every year, there’s no offseason for inspiration.

Experience the Arts

Murals that Honor Black History in Charlotte

Murals that Honor Black History in Charlotte

A Tour of Charlotte’s Sculptures & Statues

A Tour of Charlotte’s Sculptures & Statues

The Ultimate Guide to Museums in Charlotte

The Ultimate Guide to Museums in Charlotte

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It’s Showtime Again at Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre

It’s Showtime Again at Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre

Featured Places

Charlotte Ballet

Mint Museum Randolph

Mint Museum Uptown

NarroWay Theatre

Charlotte Creates, You Experience

Arts and culture events in Charlotte celebrate the people who create while inviting everyone to get an up-close look and connect with the city’s creatives. From showstopping performances, awe-inspiring exhibitions and immersive cultural festivals, these events offer an opportunity to experience something unique that you’ll only find in the Queen City.

2026 Black Carolina Artist Residency Reception

Aug 26 • Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Colorstruck! by Dr. Richard Powell: Book Talk & Signing

Sep 10 • Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

The Cher Show

Aug 28 – Aug 29 • Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Hell's Kitchen

Sep 8 – Sep 13 • Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet 2026

Dec 18 • Ovens Auditorium

RuPaul's Drag Race Werq The World 2027 Tour

Feb 12 • Ovens Auditorium

Front Porch 2026

First Sundays at the Market

Sep 6 • Dupp & Swat

I Got Life: Music of Nina Simone featuring Carol Riddick and Gerald Veasley

Aug 28 • Middle C Jazz

Yellowjackets

Sep 3 • Middle C Jazz

Chris Standring

Sep 11 • Middle C Jazz

James Taylor

Sep 13 • Truliant Amphitheater

Ranky Tanky

Sep 12 • Middle C Jazz

Alex Jancula and The Watchmen Band

Sep 16 • VAPA Center

Karen Briggs

Sep 26 • Middle C Jazz

Vitamin String Quartet & Girl Named Tom

Oct 4 • Carolina Theatre

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HOSPITALITY CHAMPIONS

Blumenthal Performing Arts