Bank of America Stadium. Photo: Ashley Mahoney/Axios
SkillPop Online | 7-8:30pm | $24 | Details
Why you should go: Content creator and photographer Chris Rodarte (@rodartes.corner) will help you step up your mobile photography game. He’ll cover some of the fundamental techniques like composition, lighting and editing.
Selenite Beauty | Second Tuesdays; 6-7pm | Free; registration required | Details
Why you should go: Start your week with a guided meditation that will leave you feeling calm and refreshed.
Optimist Hall (patio above El Thrifty) | 6-7pm | Free; registration required | Details
Why you should go: Bring a mat, a towel and some water and end your day by moving to the music.
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art | 5-9pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Bring the family or a group of friends to play games like cornhole and giant Jenga on the Plaza or pinball and Bechtler bingo in the galleries. Current exhibitions on view include “The Bechtler Collection” and “Jean Tinguely: A Life in Motion”
SkillPop Online | 7-8:30pm | $24 | Details
Why you should go: Keia Mastrianni, owner of Milk Glass Pie, will show you how to make a centerpiece-worthy peach-blackberry pie.
PNC Music Pavilion | 7:30pm | $29.50 | Details
Why you should go: This one-of-a-kind, movie-viewing experience will have an on-stage band performing the soundtrack of Encanto as it plays on the big screen.
Mt. Holly Boat Landing (724 Elm Ave.) | August 10-11; 8:30-10pm | $60 | Details
Why you should go: Watch the moon rise as you kayak on this scenic, undisturbed section of the Catawba River. This adventure is for beginners to experienced paddlers. Kayaks, P.F.D.s, lights, paddles and even s’mores around a bonfire will be provided.
Midnight Mulligan | 4-9pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: If you’re able to, consider being a donor in this local blood drive event. All donors will receive a $20 gift card to Midnight Mulligan.
Whitewater Center | 5:30-8pm | $20-$25 | Details
Why you should go: Take your run off-road for a 5k or 10k run throughout the Center’s extensive trail system. Happens every second Thursday of the month.
Luck Factory Games | 6-10pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Have a fun game night with the girls playing classic games or learning new ones. Admission is buy-one-get-one-free.
Resident Culture South End | 6-8pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Get the information you need from top real estate experts to navigate the current housing market and get the house you want.
Billy Sunday | 6-8pm | $55 | Details
Why you should go: Learn how to prepare a “pitcher-perfect” summertime punch with the help of Billy Sunday’s drink expert, Stephanie Andrews. All ingredients and tools will be provided and of course, you’ll be able to enjoy your drink creation following the class.
PNC Music Pavilion | 6:30pm| $29.50+ | Details
Why you should go: Grammy-nominated artists Wiz Khalifa and Logic will share the stage in an energy-packed performance featuring new collaborations and a few throwbacks.
Camp North End | 7pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: It’s Thursday at Camp North End which means it’s time for another feature on the big screen. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for a screening of Clueless.
Bank of America Stadium | Doors: 5:30pm; Practice: 7pm | $5 | Details
Why you should go: Get fired up for the upcoming season and check out the Panthers as they practice on the stadium field. There will be performances by the TopCats, Sir Purr, PurrCussion and the Black & Blue Crew, plus a firework and laser show to top off the evening.
Stage Door Theater at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center | 7:30pm | $10 | Details
Why you should go: Get ready to laugh your sock off from a mix of stand-up and improv performances.
Bassment Charlotte | 9pm to 2am | Free before 11pm, $10 after 11pm | Details
Why you should go: House artist RHUNE is joined by local DJ DOMii for a fun night of bass and electronic dance music.
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Steele Creek | Aug. 12-14 | Price | Details
Why you should go: In honor of its 10th anniversary, Lucky Dog is throwing a weekend-long celebration at all three of its locations. Swing by the Uptown location on Friday for live music by Rumor Mill. The Lake Norman location will have live music on Saturday and the Steele Creek location will have even more performances on Sunday.
Victoria Yards | 3-10pm | $20-$30 | Details
Why you should go: Meet up with CLT Free Skate for its first-ever outdoor roller rink skate sesh. There will be music, food trucks and other vendors.
The Music Yard | 6pm | $25+ | Details
Why you should go: Experience the sample-driven sounds of Keys N Krates as they make their Music Yard debut for a special sunset set.
PNC Music Pavillion | 7pm | $29.50 | Details
Why you should go: Sing along to hits from the country music legend Keith Urban.
Brewers at 4001 Yancey | 8pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Head to the taproom for a screening of perennial favorite Shrek. There will be free popcorn and drinks available for purchase.
Amos’ South End | 9pm | $12-$15 | Details
Why you should go: Roll up in your coziest pajamas or onesie to rock out to classic emo and pop punk songs. The set list includes artists like Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance and Paramore.
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