Written by: Jenelle Kellam (@doitforthebites)
If you’re looking to get out more this month, check out this list of mostly in-person events around the Queen City for the month of May.
Small Space Sessions
When: Every Saturday in May
Where: DUPP&SWAT – 1824 Statesville Avenue, Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28206
Cost: Free
Featured artists showcase their talents every Saturday in DUPP&SWAT’s community space. Find the schedule, start time, and artist announcements on Instagram.
Open Studio
When: May 8, 12-5pm
Where: ZEN, a Creative Studio 604 W. Morehead St Charlotte, NC 28208
Cost: Free
Join twin creatives Faith and Hope in their Uptown studio gallery as they welcome fellow artists and art lovers alike to explore their latest works.
RECONVENE 2021: The Event for Event Creators
When: May 20-21, 3pm-4pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
A free virtual networking and skill sharing summit about the future of events for independent event creators.
URBANITY SNEAKER GALA
When: May 22, 6:30-11:30pm
Where: Luxe Event Venue – 10213 John Adams Rd Charlotte, NC 28262
Cost: Varies; Get Tickets
The Urbanity Sneaker Gala will highlight art, fashion and of course, sneakers. Lace up and get in on a dope night of live entertainment for a good cause. Ticket sales from this event will benefit Core4Success Foundation.
BLOOM! Pop Up Market @LifeSuite
When: May 22, 1-5pm
Where: ZEN, a creative studio – 604 W Morehead St. #6 Charlotte, NC 28208
Cost: Free
Shop small with MoaZen Jewelry, Musa Moon and seven local vendors specializing in art, jewelry, healing and self-care products crafted in Charlotte.
Menastree
When: May 18th, 8pm-10pm
Where: The Evening Muse – 3227 N. Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205
Cost: $15; Get Tickets
Menastree is back for their monthly residence at The Evening Muse. Come enjoy some of Charlotte’s finest jazz, fusion, rock and soul musicians.
Lunch & Learn: Protecting Your Brand & Ideas
When: May 12, 11:30am-1pm
Where: Harvey Gantt Center – 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Cost: Free; RSVP
Gain an understanding of the different types of intellectual properties and strategies to protect your innovations.
BRAVE Couch Sessions Live
When: May 24, 7:00pm
Where: Heist Brewery, 2909 N Davidson St., Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28205
Cost: $7; Get Tickets
Find your Monday vibes with Brave Entertainment.
Good Times & Chill Vibes
When: May 30th, 1-5pm
Where: DUPP&SWAPP – DUPP&SWAT – 1824 Statesville Avenue, Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28206
Cost: Free
Visit this monthly market where Black-owned businesses sell their goods and services and create networking opportunities.
