420 Week
Sycamore Brewing | April 18-22 | Free | Details
Why you should go: Roll up to Sycamore for a week of activities like yoga, trivia and a movie night complete with munchie bags.
Cocktails in the Garden
The Duke Mansion | 5-7pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Wind down for the evening and enjoy a cocktail in the serene setting of the Duke Mansion garden. Drinks are separate from the free admission cost.
Leah & Louise Collaboration Dinner
Leah & Louise | 7pm | $180 | Details
Why you should go: Leah & Louise is joining forces with Chef Ashleigh Shanti, a contestant on the current season of Bravo’s Top Chef, to create a six-course dining experience.
Hope Floats Duck Race Kick-Off Event
Legion Brewing SouthPark| 5-7pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Adopt your ducks and pick up yard signs for the Hope Floats Duck Race, which is set for May 15 at the Whitewater Center.
OH Well: Dance Cardio with Dominique
Optimist Hall | 6-7pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Bring a mat and meet on the patio above El Thrifty for a fun dance class set to some of the hottest jams. You’ll learn two short routines and end with a cool-down and stretch.
POUND on the Rooftop with Lauren
Metropolitan | 6-7pm | $15 | Details
Why you should go: Have fun while breaking a sweat at this 45-minute rhythmic workout class. Participants will use weighted drum sticks to engage various muscles groups and get a full-body burn.
Paint Your Pet
Armored Cow Brewing | 6:30-8:30pm | $25 | Details
Why you should go: Local artist Aimee-Rose will help you create a masterpiece of your favorite four-legged muse. All materials will be provided.
Comedy Night
Starlight on 22nd | 7:30-9pm | Free, $1 membership fee | Details
Why you should go: Laugh at standup performed by local comedians or sign up to crack of your own.
420 Smoke Off
Triple C Brewing | 4pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Not that kind of smoke off, but there will be delicious smoked barbecue and sides from Jon G’s, plus pop-ups from Infinity’s End Smoke Shop and Golden Cow Creamery.
Food & Flix: Fantastic Fungi
Alchemy at C3 Lab | April 20 & 24; 6-9pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Catch a screening of the documentary “Fantastic Fungi,” hosted in partnership with the Charlotte Film Society.
Jambox Open Mic Night
Jambox | 6:30-10pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Share your talents and connect with other local musicians. Sign-ups start at 6pm, show starts at 6:30pm.
Latto: 777 Tour
The Underground | 8pm | $175 | Details
Why you should go: Catch a vibe with Atlanta’s newest rap diva, Latto as she performs songs for her latest album 777.
ArtBreak Tour
The Gantt Center | 12-12:30pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Take a break from your busy workday to enjoy a free, 30-minute guided tour of the Gantt Center.
Uptown Live Party
D9 Brewing Uptown | 5-9pm | Price | Details
Why you should go: This monthly block party will have live music, food trucks and pop-up shops for folks to enjoy.
A Shroom Soirée
Alchemy at C3 Lab | 6pm | $80 | Details
Why you should go: Experience the magic and versatility of mushrooms at this four-course tasting dinner with wine pairings.
Blacklight Chakti Yoga
Lenny Boy Brewing | 6:30-7:30pm | $20 | Details
Why you should go: Glow while you flow during this energizing yoga session set under black light.
That’s What I Call Improv Comedy Party
Devil’s Logic Brewing | 7:30-10pm | $10 | Details
Why you should go: Get ready to laugh your socks off with Group Hugs-N-Harmony.
EARTH DAY
Earth Day Stroll
Park Road Park & NoDa Brewing Co. | 7:30am | Free | Details
Why you should go: Celebrate Earth Day by participating in a community clean-up of Park Road Park. If you can’t make it in the morning, there will be a second clean-up at 6:30pm at NoDa Brewing Co.
Digital Gardens Music & Arts Celebration 2022
Blackbox Theater | April 22 & 23; 2:45pm | $75+ | Details
Why you should go: This festival will feature some of the top artists in electronic dance music. Other event highlights include a silent disco and a live mural area.
Ballantyne Movie Night: WALL-E
Ballantyne’s Backyard | 5-9pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Catch a screening of the Disney movie WALL-E under the stars in celebration of Earth Day. There will also be food trucks, local brews and green-friendly activities.
Deep Roots Earth Day Jam
The Music Yard | 6-11pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Catch music from local bands like Oceanic and Blue Footed Boobies.
BOOM Charlotte
Camp North End | April 22-23 | Free with some ticketed events | Details
Why you should go: This fringe art festival showcases the works of artists in a variety of disciplines, including theater, dance, music, spoken word, comedy, film, visual art, and public art installations.
Buff Faye’s Pop Diva Drag Diner
Dilworth Neighborhood Grille | 7-9pm | $35 | Details
Why you should go: Kick it with four local queens at this high-energy drag show and dinner.
Beer Garden Movie Night
Brewers at 4001 Yancey| 7:30pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Catch a screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off in the taproom. There will be free popcorn and specialty drinks.
Laugh at Lenny featuring Carter Deems
Lenny Boy Brewing | 7:30-10pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Get ready for a night of laughs with Wild’N Out crew member and standup comedian Carter Deems.
Film Series
Whitewater Center | 8:15pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Head to the Whitewater Center for a double feature movie night with screenings of Inner Mounting Flame and The Ferryman.
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