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Dustin Ybarra is an actor and stand-up comedian
best known for appearing in popular television
shows such as The Goldbergs, Home Economics,
Californication, Kevin (Probably) Saves the World,
and Gotham. Additionally, Ybarra has appeared in
numerous films including We Bought a Zoo, Us, 21 &
Over, and Easter Sunday. Dustin has also been
featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy...
David C. Smalley is a comedic force with 2.2
million followers, 700 million views, and
thousands of dedicated fans who have watched him
shine in his Comedy Special: GoodWhite (288K on
YouTube). He's also appeared on Nickelodeon and
multiple independent films, with 2 more films set
to release in 2026.
Nothing compares to the one and only Monster Jam.
With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, big air and
action-packed excitement, it's the definition of
fun for everyone! Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand
on two wheels and fly through the air. See the
world's most popular trucks like Grave Digger, El
Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash and more only at Monster
Jam. You can't get this kind of wow...
The Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour is headed to 22
cities this summer! Bring YOUR squad and get ready
to experience the Dudes like youve never seen them
before. This brand-new tour is filled with larger
than life battles, unexpected twists and for the
first time ever - the entire floor will be the
battle zone with full 360* seating available! Get
ready for a night of...
Pauly Shore tasted super-stardom in 1990 when his
MTV show ?Totally Pauly? hit the airwaves to major
fan approval. The show ran for six years, leading
Pauly to a one-hour HBO comedy special, ?Pauly
Does Dallas,? and starring roles in films like
?Jury Duty,? ?In the Army Now,? ?Bio-Dome,?
?Encino Man,? ?Son In Law,? and ?A Goofy Movie.?
Transport 250 miles above earth. Experience the
daily life of real astronauts aboard the
International Space Station in the largest media
project ever filmed in space. Offering audiences a
rare opportunity to witness life as an astronaut
onboard the International Space Station (ISS), the
immersive experience transforms one of the city's
most dynamic creative hubs into a...
An Immersive VR journey across 3.5 billion years.
Witness the major milestones of life on Earth-from
the origin of life through the Cambrian explosion,
the age of dinosaurs, and the rise of humans-right
here in Charlotte. This VR experience brings
prehistoric landscapes and ancient creatures into
vivid reality through full-room motion tracking
and scientifically accurate...
Chris Higgins is a nationally touring comedian
from Colorado, now based in Chicago, who brings a
unique blend of stoner wisdom, masterful
impressions, and outdoorsy sensibilities to stages
across the country. Known for his viral stand-up
clips that have amassed millions of views, his
online sketch series "God n Angel" (1.6M
followers), and his comedy special "Live at the...
Blume Studios VR, presented by Blumenthal Arts in
Charlotte, offers three internationally acclaimed,
free-roaming immersive VR experiences that blend
storytelling, science, and art. Guests can explore
Horizon of Khufu(the Great Pyramid of Giza, now
playing), Life Chronicles (a 3.5-billion-year
journey through the history of life on Earth,
beginning June 11), and Space...
The Wine + Food Festival At Ballantyne. Come to a
world-class, backyard culinary event; bringing
together Charlotte's hottest chefs, artisanal
craftsmen, and culinary pioneers with thousands of
Charlotte's foodies. Enjoy over 100 different
international and local wines, craft beers, and
craft spirits in an all-you-care-to-taste affair.
The title says wine but don't worry,...
JAMES AUSTIN JOHNSON is a comedian and actor
currently in his fourth season as a cast member on
"SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE." Known for his prolific
voice-over work in both TV and film, his acting
credits include "BARRY," "BETTER CALL SAUL," "SHE
SAID," and "HAIL, CAESAR!". He voices the Grinch
in Wondery's podcast series "'TIS THE GRINCH
HOLIDAY PODCAST," which recently wrapped its...
24K Magic is the #1 Bruno Mars tribute show in the
country! Their high energy show will have you
singing and dancing to all the hits you know and
love, like "Uptown Funk", "Locked Out of Heaven",
and of course "24K Magic". The members of 24K
Magic are world class professional musicians who
have worked with the music industry's best.
Together, they deliver the ultimate Bruno...
It doesn't take long to fall in love with the
comedic humor of Darren Fleet. Fleet is making
waves in the comedy world and if you're smart,
you'll want to ride this one. Fleet has been
performing comedy strong for 6 years now and has
been headlining/selling out A-list rooms
nationwide. He's also been able to showcase his
talents at various events such as the BET Awards,...
Explore the last wonder of the ancient world, the
great pyramid. In this immersive expedition,
explore the largest and oldest pyramid on the Giza
Plateau: Khufu. With your friends and family,
you'll discover areas previously closed to the
public. Then it's on to magical territory, with an
emotional foray into the heart of Egyptian
culture. "Horizon of Khufu is an...
Ron Taylor is a stand-up comedian from Detroit. He
rose to national prominence as the inaugural
winner of Kevin Hart's Netflix comedy competition
series Funny AF, earning a Netflix comedy special
after being voted the winner by a combination of
the Netflix home streaming audience and the panel
of comic judges including Kevin Hart, Tom Segura,
Nikki Glaser, Chelsea Handler, and...
Get fancy. Have fun. Just feast! Splurge smart
during Queen?s Feast, July 24-August 2. Find new
favorites and revisit cool classics as 120+
restaurants across 9 counties welcome you with
specially priced 3-course menus. Explore menus and
make reservations now at
CharlotteRestaurantWeek.com.
On the Border - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute pulls
it off as well as ANY great Tribute can, treating
fans to an authentic concert experience while
journeying through The Eagles songbook.
FabFest-Charlotte's Beatles Festival 2026 is
presented by CG Financial Services. The festival
begins with Tosco Music Beatles Tribute at Knight
Theater in Uptown Charlotte on Friday, October 2,
followed by FabFest Daytime - a FREE event! -
10am-5pm Saturday, October 3 with live music on 2
stages, speakers and plenty of activities for
community participation: a Beatles Art...
CharlotteNow.com is your source for Charlotte events and other things to do in and around the area. We give you the latest Charlotte event information including the areas of Uptown, NODA, South Park, Myers Park, Dilworth, Matthews, South Charlotte, Concord, Davidson, Cornelius, Mooresville and the rest of the Charlotte metro areas. If you're not that into big events, not to worry. We have the scoop on more intimate events such as free drink specials at your favorite bars and restaurants, to great shopping deals and fabulous art shows. If you're just looking for a good place to eat, Charlotte hosts many great choices to meet every budget and culinary style. Be sure to check out CharlotteNow.com for some great choices. We also offer numerous area restaurant reviews so you can choose the best place to suit your appetite.
For those visiting the Charlotte area for the first time, be sure to check out our hotel section for reviews, cheap deals and not-so-cheap deals on some of the best places to stay in Charlotte and other areas. While you're here, take advantage of the great boutique shopping and numerous malls. If you can get through SouthPark, Northlake Mall, Concord Mills and Birkdale in one day, we salute you. When your day of shopping is done, check the showtimes of one of our many theaters, or go and see some live music. Charlotte is known for great DJ's, live music, parties and fun bars. The nightlife in and around Charlotte and the surrounding area is sure to not disappoint.
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