Archives: Vibemap Events
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Kaleid-Escape
Interactive Art Installation by Hex Visuals, Rebecca Lipps and Caleb Dickerson Every Evening: April 3-19 – 8 PM – 10 PM Kaleid-Escape is an interactive kaleidoscopic experience of projected patterns onto a building in Charlotte’s First Ward Park. During your visit, watch and enjoy, or be in control by pressing buttons on a custom MIDI…
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Tumbling Textures
Interactive Art Installation by Artist Claire Kiester “Tumbling Textures” by Claire Kiester is a large-scale soft sculpture installation. It features 3 large orbs composed of recycled plastic containers filled with various materials. These vary from rice, bells and rocks to water and sand. As viewers spin them by hand, they are surrounded by a symphony…
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The 2026 Charlotte Ideas Festival Panels
Drop in on Saturday, April 11, 2026 (2:00–6:00 PM) at the Wells Fargo Atrium Uptown for a series of panel discussions on key topics shaping Charlotte’s future. Hear diverse perspectives from thought leaders, engage in meaningful dialogue, and gain insights. This event is free but we ask that you register. Join us for one panel…
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The Abundance Agenda with Derek Thompson
Join us for the Derek Thompson Forum, a thought-provoking evening with New York Times bestselling author Derek Thompson, presented by The Charlotte Center. Explore “The Abundance Agenda,” a vital conversation on innovative policies and strategies to shift from scarcity to abundance. Derek Thompson, in dialogue with Aaron Houck, will delve into critical areas like affordable…
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Charlotte VegFest Jr.
Get a vibrant taste of the Carolinas’ beloved vegan festival at Charlotte VegFest Jr. This free, family-friendly evening event in the Queen City offers a fun-filled introduction to a healthy, sustainable, and compassionate lifestyle. Explore delicious vegan food vendors and plant-based eats, discover unique finds from local artisan businesses and eco-friendly products, and groove to…
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The Trout Who Found the River: An Artist Conversation
Enjoy a curated conversation, performance, and wine reception with the artists behind the Trout Who Found the River. Doors open at 6pm for reception. Artist talk and performance to follow. Free with reservation. In collaboration with Charlotte SHOUT! and the Charlotte Ideas Festival, 7th Street Concerts is delighted to present an evening of conversation, music, food,…
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The Trout Who Found the River – April 12, 5 PM
A Family Musical Adventure What happens when a curious young trout sets out to discover where her river begins? The Trout Who Found the River is a joyful, imagination-filled musical journey created especially for families. Blending live chamber music, storytelling, and theatrical magic, this original production invites children (and the grown-ups who love them) into a…
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Busqueda de Huevos de Pascua
Un evento gratuito y abierto para toda la familia. Trae tu propia canasta y registra únicamente los niños que participarán en el Egg Hunt. Acompáñanos en una divertida celebración familiar en la Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua en Uptown Charlotte, un evento gratuito y abierto para toda la comunidad. Trae tu propia canasta y registra únicamente…
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Charles Montgomery
Get ready to see Charlotte in a new light! Join us for a captivating keynote with Charles Montgomery, the award-winning author of Happy City and an influential urbanist, at the 2026 Charlotte Ideas Festival. Discover how innovative urban design shapes our happiness, health, and sense of belonging in the Queen City. Charles Montgomery will share…
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Charlotte StrEATs Tasting Tour
Charlotte’s premier tasting experience is back, marking 5 delicious years. This April, savor signature bites from Charlotte’s best locally-owned restaurants, sip on craft cocktails created by our top mixologists, and enjoy chef cooking demos, all while taking in the gorgeous skyline views of First Ward Park, the festival’s new home! Tickets are all-inclusive. Upgrade to…