Your Guide to Charlotte SHOUT! 2024
Celebrate Charlotte’s vibrant arts and culture scene during this multi-day festival.
by Arielle Patterson Mar 28, 2024
Charlotte SHOUT! is one of the Queen City’s most-anticipated annual festivals. The 17-day event, March 29-April 14, features interactive and immersive installations, performances, classes and more under four main pillars: art, music, food and ideas. With so much to see and do, here’s your guide to the experiences available during Charlotte SHOUT!
New for 2024 Charlotte SHOUT! are the map zones. These make it easier to navigate the array of offerings during the two-week event.
Zone 1
Live Music on the Ally Main Stage
When: March 29-April 14
Where: First Ward Park
Every day during Charlotte SHOUT!, head to First Ward Park for a variety of live music. Local soul artists kickoff SHOUT! on Friday, March 29. Other performances include an Easter Praise Fest, local bands and a Jazz Fest to close out SHOUT!.
SHOUT! Beer Garden
When: March 29-31, April 4-7, April 11-14
Where: First Ward Park
Grab a cold beverage from the beer garden to sip while you listen to live music at First Ward Park. A variety of craft beer and wine are available for purchase.
MacFly Fresh Capsules
When: March 29-31, April 5-7, April 12-14
Where: WFAE Uptown
Create your own one-of-a-kind SHOUT! keepsake with the screen printing experts at MacFly Fresh.
Daybreaker CLT Peace Tour
When: Saturday, March 30
Where: First Ward Park
Unwind with an hour of yoga followed by a two-hour dance party featuring performance artists, aerialists, fire spinners, breakdancers and more. White attire, symbolic of peace, is recommended.
Charlotte Ideas Festival presents David Pogue
When: Wednesday, April 3
Where: Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City
New York Times bestselling author and “CBS News Sunday Morning” correspondent, David Pogue, explores what a post-robot, post-AI word looks like, discussing the societal and individual impacts.
Music Bingo
When: April 3 and 10
Where: Victoria Yards
Test your music knowledge as Mindless Minutia and Bluz present two themed bingo nights. Challenge your musical skills during ‘80s and ‘90s bingo on April 3 and a hip hop edition on April 10.
Carolina BBQ Festival
When: April 5-6
Where: Victoria Yards
Indulge in smoked meats from more than 15 pitmasters during the Carolina BBQ Festival. The festival kicks off on Friday, April 5 with a barbecue spread, crawfish boil and a private concert from Filmore. On Saturday, April 6, enjoy barbecue tastings, live music from North Carolina acts and vendors on site.
Elephant & Piggie's “We are in a Play!”
When: April 6-14
Where: ImaginOn
Sing and dance to this family-friendly, vaudevillian-style show, presented by Children’s Theater of Charlotte. based on the “Elephant & Piggie” books by Mo Willems.
Creative Art Workshop - Piece for PEACE
When: Sunday, April 7
Where: Victoria Yards
Express your creativity however you like while spreading positive messages as you write the word “peace” on various objects using crayons, chalk, paint and more.
StrEAT Smarts: The Science of Pasta Making
When: Tuesday, April 9
Where: The Market at 7th Street
Dig into the art of pasta making with chef Raffaele Patrizi of Mano Bella Artisan Foods. Taste four different types of pasta paired with compatible sauces.
StrEAT Smarts: Wine + Cheese, Made to Pair in North Carolina
When: Wednesday, April 10
Where: The Market at 7th Street
Wine-and-cheese experts, Josh Villapando of Assorted Table Wine & Shop and Rachel Klebaur or Orrman’s Cheese Shop, offer tips on pairing North Carolina-made wine and cheese.
SHOUT! Chic Cinema Under the Stars: “Cruella”
When: Friday, April 12
Where: Victoria Yards
Bring a chair or blanket to watch Disney’s 2021 movie, “Cruella,” outside.
CMS Day featuring Charlotte Students
When: Saturday, April 13
Where: Victoria Yards
Enjoy performances from Charlotte elementary, middle and high school students.
Zone 2
Spray Jam
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 141 E. 4th St.
Watch as local and international artists collaborate to adorn these walls with vibrant color. The Spray Jam Celebration Party on Sunday, April 14 celebrates the final product.
SHOUT! Pop-Up Market
When: March 29-April 14
Where: One South Alleyway
Shop local vendors, and support small businesses, during Charlotte SHOUT!.
Tweet Street
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 200 S. Tryon Alleyway
The alleyway at 200 S. Tryon St. features dappled light through branches, simulating the magic of North Carolina’s native songbirds.
Luminous Lane Market
When: March 30, April 6
Where: Luminous Lane
Shop for unique art from the artists who transformed Luminous Lane in 2023. The theme is “Bringing Light to Dark Places.”
Charlotte Ideas Festival presents The Wisdom of Rumi with Haleh Liza Gafori
When: Friday, April 5
Where: 200 S. Tryon Alleyway
Haleh Liza Gafori performs mystical Rumi poetry.
Discovery Place: Space and Eclipse Activities
When: April 5, 8, 11
Where: Discovery Place Science
Head to Discovery Place Science for a screening of “Apollo 13” on Friday, April 5, hands-on STEM demonstrations on Monday, April 8 and a stargazing event on Thursday, April 11.
Zone 3
SHOUT! Lounge & CMS Gallery
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 200 S. College St.
Visit the SHOUT! Lounge to get a festival map, ask questions and check out the CMS Art Gallery.
Symbiosis: Resilience and Renewal in Art
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Discover the interconnectedness of resilience and renewal through diverse artistic expressions, curated by Shefalee Patel.
TAC Gallery
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Browse works of art from the TAC art collective in Overstreet Mall.
SHOUT! Chic’s Fashion Row
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Shop for stylish streetwear from Charlotte-based designers in the Overstreet Mall. RSVP for the Chic Designer’s workshop series on March 30, April 6 and April 13.
Kudzu: A Story of Belonging Presented by Mixed Metaphors Productions
When: March 29-31, April 2-7, 9-14
Where: 200 S. College St.
Take a peek inside the vault and immerse yourself in Kudzu, which explores the intersection of housing justice and home.
Puddle Painting at The Uptown Imaginarium with TuxedoKat
When: March 29-30, April 2, 4-6, 9, 11-13
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Enjoy a variety of workshops designed to ignite your creativity.
Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery
When: March 30-April 14
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Nine Eighteen Nine Studio presents art programming, including exhibits, markets, classes, performances and more.
Cakeable
When: April 10-11
Where: 200 S. Tryon St.
Buy tasty baked goods that will satisfy your sweet tooth at Cakeable’s pop-up shop in Overstreet Mall.
Zone 4
Queen's Greens Putt Putt
When: March 29-April 14
Where: Wells Fargo Plaza
Play nine holes of mini golf with obstacles created by local artists from Upcycle Arts and Charlotte Is Creative.
Cafe 400
When: March 29-April 14
Where: 400 S. Tryon St.
The 400 S. Tryon St. patio is transformed into Café 400 during Charlote SHOUT!, with concerts on the plaza.
AYA Goddess of Light
When: March 29-31, April 4-6, 11-13
Where: Wells Fargo Plaza
Catch a daily light show that uses cutting-edge projection mapping and intricate laser-cut design.
Breakroom Improv
When: April 6
Where: 400 S. Tryon St.
Breakroom Improv performs 90 minutes of unscripted comedy with suggestions from the audience.
Zone 5
Pirate Ship DJ Series
When: March 29-31, April 4-6, April 11-13
Where: Levine Avenue of the Arts
Dance to DJs on weekends during Charlotte SHOUT!. Each day offers a different style of music.
Imagination Bay
When: March 30, April 6, April 13
Where: Levine Avenue of the Arts
Set sail to a magical world with pirates and mermaids, with surprises every hour, dance parties, sword fights and more.
Avian Robotics Demo
When: Saturday, March 30
Where: The Green
Avian Robotics, a STEM-based program made up of East Mecklenburg High School students, demonstrate their skills.
Weekday Buskers at SHOUT!
When: April 4-13
Where: The Green
Weekdays, local buskers perform a variety of entertaining activities.
Spiral - Sorceress of Flow
When: April 13-14
Where: Levine Avenue of the Arts
Watch as Spiral, widely recognized as a pioneer of the modern hoop dance and flow arts movements, performs groundbreaking acts.
Zone 6
Pianodrome
When: March 29-30, April 3-6, April 12-14
Where: Grace A.M.E. Zion Church
Enjoy an intimate acoustic performance, in the Pianodrome, from local musicians.
Shout Out! Experiences at Society at 229
When: March 30-31, April 3-5, 10-12
Where: Society at 229
Experience eight cultural events, including art, food and music, at The Brooklyn Collective’s Society at 229.
What’s the Big Idea?
When: Saturday, April 6
Where: Grace A.M.E. Zion Church
Six finalists present their idea on how to make Charlotte greater and more beautiful to win a $1,000 prize.
Monologue Mondays hosted by Bluz & Sir Abtraxxx
When: Monday, April 8
Where: Grace A.M.E. Zion Church
Hear gripping monologues from actors from around the country.
WDAV’s Recording Inclusivity Initiative: An Afternoon of Song
When: Sunday, April 14
Where: Grace A.M.E. Zion Church
Soprano Sequina DuBose and pianist Emily Jarrell Urbanek perform the music of renowned African American women composers.
Zone 7
VAPA “COMMUNITY” Mural
When: Saturday, March 30
Where: VAPA Center
Add your personal touch to VAPA’s interactive mural in the multipurpose room.
VAPA Interactive Flow Painting
When: Saturday, March 30
Where: VAPA Center
Put on a full-length jumpsuit and create your own free-flow art.
VAPA Center's Artisans Market
When: March 30, April 6, April 13
Where: VAPA Center
Shop local vendors, watch demonstrations and participate in workshops, perfect for all ages.
VAPA Art Scavenger Hunts
When: March 30-April 14
Where: VAPA Center
Participate in a scavenger hunt throughout all three floors of VAPA.
House of Yes!
When: Wednesday, April 3
Where: VAPA Center
Join in the fun of an improv comedy show with House of Yes.
VAPA Open Studios!
When: Saturday, April 6
Where: VAPA Center
VAPA’s Open Studios, the first Saturday of every month, is an opportunity to experience art in process. There is also an artist talk later that day.
VAPA Concert
When: Saturday, April 6
Where: VAPA Center
Both emerging and established artists perform an eclectic mix of genres.
VAPA Wall Chalk Art
When: Saturday, April 13
Where: VAPA Center
Add your chalk art to a wall at the VAPA Center.
VAPA Portrait Stand Off
When: Saturday, April 13
Where: VAPA Center
Watch portrait painters compete to create the best portrait, as voted on by the public.
VAPA Summer Concert Series Auditions
When: Saturday, April 13
Where: VAPA Center
Vote for who you want to see perform during the VAPA Summer Concert Series.
Zone 8
Charlotte StrEATS Tasting Tour
When: Saturday, April 13
Where: Gateway Village
Immerse yourself in the cuisine of Charlotte’s diverse neighborhoods, with tastings from area restaurants.
Charlotte StrEATS Festival
When: Sunday, April 14
Where: Gateway Village
This free event features a curated artisan market with culinary vendors, cooking demonstrations, food trucks, music and more.
Additional Events
StrEAT Smarts: Healing with Ayurveda Cooking
When: Friday, March 29
Where: Coco and the Director
Former White House chef, Roberto Mendoza, teaches the basics and benefits of Ayurveda cooking, a style focused on eating fresh, seasonal foods.
Charlotte StrEATs Uncorked
When: Wednesday, April 3
Where: Johnson & Wales University
New for 2024, Charlotte StrEATs Uncorked highlights North Carolina’s unique wine regions and regional cuisines with pairings from area chefs.
StrEAT Smarts: Shop Like a Chef
When: Saturday, April 6
Where: Atherton Mill
Head to the South End Farmers Market at Atherton Mill, along the Rail Trail, where chef Eugene Briggs shares how to cook a meal made with local, seasonal produce.
Rosanne Cash
When: Saturday, April 6
Where: Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts & Civic Engagement
Enjoy a performance from country singer-songwriter and Grammy Award winner, Rosanne Cash, on the campus of Queens University.
GospelSHOUT!
When: Tuesday, April 9
Where: United House of Prayer for All People
This free concert features the praise bands of the United House of Prayer for All People.
