Things To Do in Charlotte This Weekend: Feb. 21-Feb. 23
This weekend, there are many things to do in Charlotte, North Carolina, with an exciting mix of live music, dance, immersive art, and entertainment for all ages. Whether you’re a fan of the performing arts, visual storytelling, or community events, this lineup highlights the best ways to spend the weekend in the Queen City.
Tony Trischka’s Earl Jam: A Tribute to Earl Scruggs
- What: Tony Trischka’s “Earl Jam” with special guest Woody Platt
- When: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at 7 p.m.
- Where: Sarah Belk Gambrell Center, 2319 Wellesley Ave., Charlotte
- Cost: $19.50 to $61
Tony Trischka’s “Earl Jam: A Tribute to Earl Scruggs” brings bluegrass fans an evening celebrating the legacy of a true pioneer. With a dive into rare recordings and note-for-note recreations of Scruggs’s solos, Trischka and his band will take you through Scruggs’s influential career. Woody Platt, former guitarist and vocalist of the Grammy-winning Steep Canyon Rangers, adds star power to this must-see tribute.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- What: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- When: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at 2 and 8 p.m.
- Where: Belk Theater, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte
- Cost: $34.50 to $99.50
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater captivates audiences with their technical brilliance and passion. Their diverse repertory includes Ronald K. Brown’s “Grace,” a fusion of modern and West African dance; Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish’s introspective “Me, Myself and You”; Elisa Monte’s mesmerizing “Treading;” and Alvin Ailey’s iconic “Revelations,” a masterpiece that continues to move audiences globally. Group discounts and student rush offers are available, making it easier for you to experience the magic of Ailey.
Rail Trail Lights
- What: Rail Trail Lights: Golden Threads
- When: Feb. 7, 2025, to Feb. 23, 2025
- Where: South End Rail Trail, Charlotte
- Cost: Free
Rail Trail Lights: Golden Threads is an immersive outdoor light installation exploring South End Charlotte’s transformation from an industrial hub to a center for art, design, and technology. This multisensory experience celebrates nature and its influence on human innovation and features illuminated works by multidisciplinary artist Meredith Connelly. Highlights include the “Writing Spider Web Inspiration,” “Mushroom Fairy Ring,” and “Honeycomb Community Structure,” all set to a soundscape by Emily Sage. Experience the intricate connections between nature, industry, and creativity along the 3.5-mile Rail Trail.
Other Events
If you’re looking for an engaging show, a night of laughter, or something fun for the kids, there are plenty of weekend activities in Charlotte:
- Alton Brown Live: Last Bite: Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Belk Theater, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte
- Kevin Nealon: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at 7 and 9:45 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at 6 and 8:45 p.m. at The Comedy Zone Charlotte, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd., B3, Charlotte
- MDRC: Kids Night Out: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte
