Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | July 31-Aug. 6
Friday
Listen to jazz artists Noel Friedline and Maria Howell cover songs by ‘70s female pop greats at the Tribute to Karen Carpenter and More. Expect to hear your favorites from Karen Carpenter, Carole King and Carly Simon in this special concert feature. If you can’t make the live show, a livestream broadcast of the concert at Middle C Jazz will be available online to enjoy at home. 6:45 p.m. 300 S. Brevard St. $35 club seating, free livestream access. https://bit.ly/2Cx7urO
Lighten your evening with a live outdoor comedy show at Laugh at Lenny. Charlotte native comedian Burpie of MTV Wild ‘n Out fame will headline the show, joined by local comedians Jason Allen King and Don Garrett. Masks are required when you leave your seat at Lenny Boy Brewing, and guests are expected to maintain social distancing throughout the evening. 8 p.m. 3000 S. Tryon St. Free admission. https://bit.ly/32LcPGw
Saturday
Celebrate Pride online with the 2020 Charlotte Pride Festival Livestream. Tune in to hear from inspiring speakers, entertainers and artists. Don’t miss the parade on Aug. 2 for more digital fun. 1-9 p.m. Free admission. https://charlottepride.org/virtualpride/
Dance the night away at the Music Yard’s Walking On A Dream “Indie Dance & Indie Rock Drive-In Party”. Drive in, park your car and enjoy car-side food and beverage service and tunes from your favorite indie bands. 7-11 p.m. 2433 South Blvd. Tickets start at $60 for a small sedan. https://bit.ly/3eO77Gg
Be among the first to taste Bold Rock Hard Cider’s new Hard Tea and Lemonade at its release party at Brewers at 4001 Yancey. You’ll find bucket specials, free swag, live music from New Local starting at 8 p.m., and a chance to enter and win a $500 gift card to the taproom. 4001-A Yancey Road. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free admission. https://bit.ly/3hEWck2
Sunday
Join a community art program from home at Virtual Laundry Day. This event allows women of all backgrounds to speak and share their narratives through visual storytelling with local artist and creator of “Airing Out the ‘Dirty’ Laundry,” Andrea Downs, in celebration of Charlotte Pride Week. 4-4:45 p.m. Free. https://bit.ly/2BsRjuY
Experience local talent with drive through performances at the Drive In Poetic Edition at the Charlotte Art League. Roll up and listen to an open mike featuring local poets, singers and musicians. 4-6 p.m. 4100 Raleigh St. $5 per person or $10 per car. https://bit.ly/2ORP7jy
Monday
Show the kids how to get out in nature with an Outdoor Adventure Basics class for ages 8-14. In this class, children will learn how to pack a day bag and navigate through trails using markers and maps. 1-3 p.m. 6211 Sample Road, Huntersville. $5. https://bit.ly/3g2vvFv
Tuesday
Learn more about some of the finer things in life with a Bourbon and Cigar Class with Whiskey Tango Charlie and Watchman Cigars. Enjoy a premium bourbon tasting, light food pairings and a complementary Watchman cigar. 6-7:30 p.m. 1812 South Blvd. $75. https://bit.ly/39oCB4H
Wednesday
Test your knowledge of your favorite tunes with Mingo, or music bingo, at Hoppin’. Pour yourself a drink from the self-serve bar and enjoy a fun music matching game. 8-10 p.m. 1402 Winnifred St. Free admission. https://bit.ly/39pcVVm
Thursday
Join NoDa Brewing for a hop-filled virtual IPA day celebration. Pick up an IPA tasting kit, which includes a mixed IPA four-pack, koozies, 2 IPA tasting glasses, cheese, pretzels and more, then tune in for a livestreamed guided tasting with NoDa Brewing head brewer Chad Henderson. 3-9 p.m. 2921 N. Tryon St. $40 per tasting pack. https://bit.ly/nodaipaday
Editor’s note: A previous version of this article gave an incorrect name for Noel Friedline.
This story was originally published July 29, 2020 at 9:10 AM.