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Today's Events Saturday 5/17
18th Annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ May 17th
Event Time 12:00 pm
Ballantynes Backyard
Queen City is Smokin' with GRILLS GONE WILD! This
18th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures
that true Southerners live by - Beer, Bourbon,
Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass, and
Smoked Beasts! It's a great day of beer sippin',
bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin',
and barbecue eatin'. Your admission buys you a
sampling glass so you can enjoy an...

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Summer Scare Fest June 7th
Event Time 8:00 pm
The 13th Acre
Ready to kick off summer with a scare? Summer
Scare Fest is BACK! Get a sneak peek of our
brand-new haunted scenes before they debut this
fall. You won't want to miss this creepy summer
celebration! Tell your thrill-seeking crew and
get ready for chills, screams, and summer fun.

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Harvest Flow and Pints - Yoga at the "Cow"
Event Time 10:30 am
Armored Cow Brewing Co.
Every Saturday Breathe. Bend. Sip. Repeat. Kick
off your Saturday with a refreshing yoga flow
followed by your favorite pint. Each class is led
by one of our amazing instructors, blending
mindful movement with a little brewery fun.
Whether you're looking to energize your weekend or
relax and reset, this one-day /experience is the
perfect way to do it. Bring your mat, bring...

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New Material Night with Jason Allen King May 27th
Event Time 7:00 pm
The Comedy Zone
Join us each month as comedians from Charlotte and
all over the country step on the Comedy Zone stage
to try out new material that they are working on
to take back out on the road with them. Some of
the jokes will be hilarious and others will bomb.
You never know what will happen on stage during
New Material night!

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DRAG QUEEN FUNNY BUS - Yassssss, QUEEN CITY!
Event Time 3:00 pm
Funny Bus
Get ready to slay the day with "YASSS, Queen
City!" Drag Queen Funny Bus Tour. This fabulous
90-minute adventure takes you through the Queen
City"s iconic neighborhoods and serves up a side
of fabulous "herstory," all guided by the
legendary drag queen and comedian Buff Faye. It's
part tour, part drag show, and ALL sass!

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U-Phonik May 31st
Event Time 8:00 pm
BoatYard Lake Norman
Originally from Montreal, Canada, U-Phonik
relocated to Charlotte, NC in 2001. Playing a mix
of alternative rock covers and originals, U-Phonik
has established itself as one of the regions best
acts. U-Phonik?s original music has been featured
in movies and television shows as well as received
regular air play on various radio stations in the
US and Canada. They have...

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Water Lantern Festival May 24th
Event Time 6:00 pm
Symphony Park at SouthPark
Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun,
happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll
cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly
event that can be shared by everyone. Friends,
families, neighbors, and lots of people that you
haven't met can come together to create a
peaceful, memorable experience..

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Comedian Funny Marco May 16-17 The Comedy Zone
The Kansas City, MO native was born to entertain.
With a massive audience of over 10M fans across
all social media platforms, Funny Marco is
redefining the entertainment industry. He has
worked with brands such as Spotify, BET,
Footaction, and Fashion Nova. After Rihanna
followed the actor and comedian, he knew he could
have much success as an entrepreneur. Marco has
ventured...

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Comedian Dale Elliott Jr. May 18th
Event Time 6:00 pm
The Comedy Zone
Jamaican-born comedian Dale Elliott Jr. brings his
highly anticipated "Son of an Immigrant" World
Tour to stages across the globe! Drawing from his
experience as a child left behind while both
parents ventured to "foreign," Elliott masterfully
weaves cultural expectations, identity shifts, and
the perpetual quest for validation into sharp,
relatable humor. With fresh insights...

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Pinky Patel: #isaidwhatisaid Tour May 17th
Event Time 3:00 pm
The Comedy Zone
Chicago based Pinky Patel is a PTA mom turned
creator, comedian, and Internet personality with a
fan base of over 5 million. She is best known for
her hilarious commentary and viral videos from her
glam cave that have garnered over 97 million likes
on TikTok. You can catch Pinky in a city near you
on her highly anticipated #ISaidWhatISaid Tour.

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Face 2 Face May 24th
Event Time 8:00 pm
BoatYard Lake Norman
Introducing the U.S.A.s 1st and longest running
tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN Taking turns at
an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the
Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show
conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and
image. Backed by some the best and most sought
after musicians in the business, Levittown NY
native MIKE SANTORO's fingers...

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Simplified with MikelParis May 23rd
Event Time 8:00 pm
BoatYard Lake Norman
Simplified is a rock/pop band from Charlotte, NC,
known for their upbeat blend of acoustic rock,
reggae, and funk. With infectious melodies and
feel-good vibes, they've built a loyal fan base
through high-energy live shows and songs like
"Wake 'N Bake" and "Home".

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More Events Saturday 5/17

Big Green Egg Demo Day at Blackhawk Hardware
Event Time 9:00 am
Join us for a fun day of grilling with the
EGGsperts from Big Green Egg! Saturday, May 20 9
a.m. to 2 p.m. Blackhawk Hardware (Park Road
Shopping Center) Come ask the EGGsperts any
grilling question you've been dying to get
answered, chat with fellow EGGheads, try delicious
samples, take advantage of special deals, and get
free merch with your purchase! And don't miss our...

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Funny Bus Comedy City Tours
Event Time 2:00 pm
First Ward Park
If you are looking for a fun night out with the
perfect blend of laughter and learning about the
history of the Queen City, then the Funny Bus is
just what the doctor ordered. Funny Bus Comedy
City Tours take you through cool, hip
neighborhoods and Uptown areas with a comedian as
your host. Guests can bring their own beer and
wine, too. Whether you are visiting or you are a...

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Pop Up Picnic
Event Time 4:00 pm
Ballantynes Backyard
Hosted by and benefiting Catawba Lands Conservancy
and Carolina Thread, Pop Up Picnic is a free
community celebration on Oct 19 at Ballantyne?s
Backyard. Spread a blanket and enjoy a relaxing
evening outside in support of our local green
spaces and trails! This free, family-friendly
community picnic is open to all. Purchase a picnic
meal curated by local chefs and restaurants...

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Soybean Day
Event Time 8:00 am
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
Come Soy-Lebrate all things soybean with us on
Sunday, August 26th. The North Carolina Soybean
Producers Association will be hosting a Soybean
Day at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market. You
will learn the Rea-Soy-N for why Soy-Stainability
is Nec-Soy-Ssary. Attendees can visit with
farmers, check out their tractors and other
equipment, pick up some kids activity books,...

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Videos on 05/17/2025


Comedian Funny Marco May 16-17

EAT IT UP Buff Faye's Drag Brunch :: CLTDRAG.com

Face 2 Face May 24th

Simplified with MikelParis

Water Lantern Festival May 24th
 
Carolina Renaissance Festival Oct 4th - Nov 23th
Carolina Renaissance Festival Oct 4th - Nov 23rd
Buff Faye's Drag Brunch & Diner
Buff Faye's SUGAR RUSH Drag Brunch






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