TheBiscuit-10-12-24
October is a great time of year for creativity. We have gathered some of our favorite upcoming events for the month that are a MUST. From live music to galley pop-ups and most importantly creative Halloween parties, here are Charlotte Is Creative’s picks for the month (starting with a few announcements of our own events. If we’ve missed any you’re excited about, tell us here. We may be able to share them on our social feeds. THIS WEEKEND
Debate Night with Bold and Beautiful Comedy Oct. 11 | Pay What You Can The Protagonist LoSo | MORE INFO Comedy-infused debate night featuring audience participation. WEEK OF OCTOBER 14
OneBand “Lucky” SESSION 14 October 15, 2024 | 6:30 p.m. | Free Divine Barrel Brewing Led by Charlotte Is Creative’s own Matt Olin, this group will play a collection of Halloween-themed hits after just one practice session. The night is powered by Sonorous Wave and the playlist is: 🎶 “Monster Mash” (Boris Pickett version into The Misfits version) 🎶 “I Put A Spell On You” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) 🎶 “Ghostbusters” (Ray Parker, Jr) 🎶 “Werewolves of London” (Warren Zevon) 🎶 “Vampire” (Olivia Rodrigo) 🎶 “Jump In The Line” (Harry Belafonte) CEI Audit: Intro to Bookkeeping Oct. 14 | 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Do Greater CRTV Lab | MORE INFO Attend the seventh class in the CEI Fall 2024 program focused on helping creatives with the fundamentals of business bookkeeping. For a full list of upcoming classes you can audit for free, CLICK HERE. Dark & Divine Pop-Up Showcase Oct. 18 | 6 p.m.-9 p.m. | Free Harvey B. Gantt Center of African American Arts + Culture | MORE INFO A pop-up exhibition of local Black artists exploring cultural, sensual and spiritual interpretations of the Black figure. This event is 21+. 
Rock House Birthday Party Oct. 19 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $15 General Admission, Free for Members Charlotte Museum of History | MORE INFO Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Rock House, Mecklenburg County’s oldest home ath the Charlotte Museum of History! This family-friendly event features cake, games and activities for all ages. Plus, local artist NONY will be onsite adding another new work to the Path of Portraits. Charlotte Frocktails Oct. 19 | 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. | $120 Heist Brewery at Barrel Arts | MORE INFO This networking event for DIY-fashion enthusiasts combines food and a showcase of creative designs. WEEK OF OCTOBER 20
Opera Carolina: World Opera Day Oct. 25 | 6 p.m. | Free Charlotte History Museum | MORE INFO Celebrate World Opera Day with music and an exhibit honoring Mary Cardwell Dawson and the National Negro Opera Company. Explore Charlotte’s vocal and classical music community. Freekadelia Oct. 24-26 | 8 p.m. | $20 Snug Harbor | MORE INFO Join this Halloween-themed event featuring live performances and visual projections three nights in a row. Charlotte Spark Arts Festival Oct. 25 | 5:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $25 online, $35 at the door ($25 in costume) 1601 W Trade St | MORE INFO Celebrate diverse local talent through visual arts, music, dance, fashion and more. Guild of Charlotte Artists Free Meeting Oct. 25 | 6:30 p.m. | Free Mint Museum Randolph Get in on this free creative community meeting at the Mint Museum and connect with fellow artists. Main Street Theater of Rock Hill: Fall Show Oct. 25 | 8 p.m. & Oct. 26 | 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $15 evening, $12 matinee 426 Oakland Ave, Rock Hill, SC | MORE INFO Enjoy six original one-act plays written and performed by Main Street Theater members in this fun fall showcase. Summit Coffee Halloween Art Show Reception Oct. 26 | 3 p.m.-5 p.m. | Free Summit Coffee A Halloween-themed art show reception featuring spooky artwork, a DJ and art vendors. Tricks & Treats – A Family-Friendly Celebration Oct. 26 | 1 -4 p.m. Admission $5-$10 9315-E Monroe Rd. | MORE INFO Join Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center for a Halloween celebration featuring dance and aerial performances, festive games,and treats. Enjoy free activities like pumpkin tic-tac-toe, costume contests and silks demos. Special food and games available with tickets. WEEK OF OCTOBER 27
Baran Dance Fright Night Fundraiser Oct. 30 | 6 p.m.-9 p.m. | $25-$100 sliding scale The Long Room | MORE INFO Support Baran Dance’s educational and performance programs at this frightful fundraiser with appetizers, performances and a killer playlist. Boileryard Brunch Oct. 27 | 12 p.m.-4 p.m. | Free Camp North End | MORE INFO Enjoy a brunch experience under the water tower with special drinks and a DJ set by Dammit Wesley. GOT A NOVEMBER EVENT TO SHARE?There are so many amazing events, creative going on each week in Charlotte. We can’t cover them all … but we want to help spread the word. If you are working on a creative event in November or December you’d like us to consider for coverage on social media or The Biscuit, share information with us HERE no later than two weeks out. | The Biscuit is proudly sponsored by: |
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