The CLog
Check out these events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area this weekend— as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
Friday, Sept. 11
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Prepare to go Greek, as the 32nd Yiasou Greek Festival goes down this weekend at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. The festival offers Greek cultural exhibits, tours of the cathedral, entertainment and last but not least, food (including yummy baklava!).
• Festival Blues, Brews and BBQ, a two-day event with music, beer and, of course, barbeque, kicks off today. Are you squealing yet? more...
• Special Event Fashion alert! During Charlotte North Carolina Fashion Week at the Mint Museum of Art, you can enlighten yourself with stylish attire by emerging designers, boutiques, models and fashion students. more...
Saturday, Sept. 12
Carolina Actors Studio Theatre
Carolina Actors Studio Theatre is stretching to hit the high notes in performances of Terrence McNally’s Master Class. The play highlights the life and lessons of opera legend Maria Callas.
• Art The 5th Annual Potters Market Invitational at Mint Museum of Art will show off a hoard of skillful handmade pottery and sculptures by potters across North Carolina. more...
• Comedy Phil Hogan knows how to sings songs that make folks laugh. The comedian blends music into his stand-up act. He’ll perform at Alive tonight. more...
Sunday, Sept. 13
Belk Theater
Get your groove on with roots rock, topped with a touch of blues and soul, when The Derek Trucks Band performs at Belk Theater.
• Theater Seussical, a musical happening now at Theatre Charlotte, captures the classic tales of Dr. Seuss and characters like Horton the Elephant and all of the Whos of Whoville. Music in the show ranges in styles from Latin to pop, swing to gospel and R&B to funk. more...
• Special Event Car fanatics unite for the Food Lion Auto Fair. Whether you’re into vintage cars and trucks or mechanical upgrades, this event has it all. more...
