✨ Top Things to Do in Charlotte: April 18–25, 2026

Sistah Scene

Hi Sis! Welcome to the SISTAH Scene

Charlotte is blooming with experiences this week — from wellness resets to vibrant social gatherings and family-friendly fun. Whether you’re stepping out solo, with your girls, or with the whole family, there’s something here waiting to pour back into you.

Hosting an event you’d like featured in an upcoming SISTAH Scene? DM @laviancawithsistah on Instagram for listing or feature opportunities.

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Featured Launch: The Motherland Issue

🌍 Available Now: May 2026 Collector’s Edition — "The Essence of the Motherland"

Pre-Order/Order Your Printed Copy Here A curated journey back to the cradle of civilization. This issue is more than a magazine; it is a spiritual and cultural reconnection featuring stories of reclamation, traditional rituals, and the inheritance that has always been yours.

Grab your physical copy for the coffee table and the soul.

🌿 Holistic Care & Wellness

🧘🏽‍♀️ Every Weekend: Yoga at The Social Cork Wine Bar | Details

💲 Free| Gentle movement followed by intentional sipping to ease into your week.

🧘🏽‍♀️ Tuesday, April 21 at 5:30 PM: Gentle Yoga for Every Body | Details

Virtual (Zoom) | Free | A peaceful, accessible session to ground your spirit mid-week from the comfort of your sanctuary.

🌀 Wednesday, April 22 at 1:00 PM: Exploring Art for Healing | Details

📍 Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute | Free

An afternoon of intentional breathing and community connection in the fresh spring air.

🎵 Networking & Connection

🎷 Friday–Saturday, April 17–18: Jazz Room Special Edition: Wallace Roney Jr. Quartet

📍 Stage Door Theater | Ticketed | Details

A Miles Davis Centennial Celebration — trumpeter Wallace Roney Jr., son of the late jazz luminaries Wallace Roney and Geri Allen, honors Miles Davis’ legacy in this centennial year.

Sophisticated atmosphere, deep artistry, and a lineage that runs directly through jazz history. Note: This is a two-night engagement — check Blumenthal Arts for individual show times.

🎻 Thursday, April 24th: Worth Wealth Conference 2026

📍 Johnson C. Smith University | Free | Details

The ultimate in-person meetup to boost your money smarts and connect with finance pros!

This is the kind of evening that pours directly into your spirit.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & “Big Kid” Fun

💃🏾 Saturday, April 18 at 6:00 PM: Dancing Through Latin America

📍 Booth Playhouse | Ticketed | Details

A vibrant cultural showcase confirmed at the Booth Playhouse on April 18.

High energy, beautiful movement, and perfect for a family night out.

🎭 April 15–26: Stereophonic

📍 Knight Theater | Ticketed | Details

The record-breaking, Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler of Arcade Fire comes to the Knight Theater in Charlotte from April 15–26, 2026.

A raw, immersive look at the creative process — great for the “big kids” and music lovers. Note: Recommended for ages 13+.

🖤 Community, Culture & Creative Energy

⚓ Wednesday, April 22: Guardians of the Graveyard 📍 Local History Series | Free | Details A storytelling experience diving into the heritage of the North Carolina coast.

🩺 Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Rooted In Wellness Day 📍 Reeder Memorial Baptist Church | Free | Details A community-led reset centering our health and vitality. Come for the screenings, stay for the connection with local leaders who advocate for our well-being.

🪡 Saturday, April 25 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Intuitive Beaded Embroidery Workshop 📍 Upcycle Arts | Ticketed | Details “Less thinking, more beading.” A meditative, hands-on workshop designed to let your heart lead the way through fiber art.tte.

📚 Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM: Silent Read

📍 The Ebony Shelf Bookstore | Details

A cozy and intentional reading experience for the literary soul.

🎉 Social Vibes & Nightlife

🎸 Saturday, April 18 at 9:00 PM: Emo Nite (18+)

📍 The Underground | Ticketed | Details

Emo Nite takes over The Underground for a night of nostalgic emo music, dancing, and community. Expect a high-energy atmosphere as DJs spin the best emo hits from the 2000s and beyond.

For the sisters ready to release some energy and sing their hearts out.

🥂 Saturday, April 25, 12:00 PM–4:00 PM: 7th Annual Charlotte Brunch Festival (21+)

📍 The Boardwalk at University Place | Ticketed | Details

The 7th Annual Charlotte Brunch Festival takes place Saturday, April 25, 2026 at The Boardwalk at The Shoppes at University Place.

The ultimate social vibe — brunch samplings, live entertainment, and lakeside views with your girls.

🇯🇲 Saturday, April 25 at 9:00 PM: Dexta Daps — 18+ Reggae Night

📍 The Underground | Ticketed | Details

Dexta Daps’ Champagne Tour stops at The Underground, 820 Hamilton Street, Charlotte, NC, with doors opening at 8 PM.

Elevate your Saturday night with soulful reggae vibes and island energy.

🛍 Markets & Pop-Ups

🧺 Saturday, April 18, 8:00 AM–12:30 PM: Uptown Farmers Market Spring Series

📍 300 S. Davidson St | Free | Details

The Uptown Farmers Market spring season runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. starting April 11 through December 2026.

Fresh local produce, artisanal goods, and the best community energy in the heart of the city.

👗 Saturday, April 25, 12:00 PM–5:00 PM: The Collective Closet

📍 Urban District Market, 2315 N Davidson St | $10 VIP / Free GA | Details

The Collective Closet is a trend-forward concept where a vintage market meets second-hand fashion experience designed for all bodies, all genders, and all styles, celebrating sustainability, individuality, and inclusivity through carefully curated vendors.

The perfect place to find your spring statement piece.

📅 More Things to Do (Plan Ahead)

🌸 Love & Legacy Marriage Column Launch — Mark your calendars for May 22nd.

🎨 BOOM Charlotte Festival — The ninth annual BOOM Charlotte arts festival runs May 1–3 at The Shoppes at University Place, featuring an eclectic mix of dance, theatre, poetry, visual art, film, and more. | Details

🎶 Vegan Vibe Music Series — Where wellness, music, and plant-based living meet. Keep an eye out for upcoming dates! | Details

💫 SISTAH Tip of the Week

Honor the art of the pause. 🕊️

In a world that demands constant movement, there is radical power in choosing to be still. This week, give yourself permission to exist without an agenda. You don’t have to earn your rest, and you don’t have to justify your joy.

Protect your peace like the precious resource it is. Audit your energy—lean into the conversations that feel like a warm embrace and step back from the noise that thins your spirit. Your worth is not measured by your productivity, but by the depth of your presence.

You are the sanctuary you’ve been looking for. Breathe, Sis. You’ve got this. 🌿

We hope you found something that excites you and aligns with what you need in this season. Wherever you go, may it nourish your mind, uplift your spirit, and remind you that Charlotte is full of spaces created for you to take up space.

Go explore, connect, and pour back into yourself. The Queen City is waiting, Sis.

🎶 Vegan Vibe Music Series — Where wellness, music, and plant-based living meet. Keep an eye out for upcoming dates!