Turn up the volume and follow the rhythm through Uptown — this weekend is stacked with sounds that soothe, groove, and absolutely SHOUT!
🎧 Everywhere Harmony
April 10 | 5–7 p.m.
📍 WonderDome – Wells Fargo Atrium
Find your inner peace while Uptown finds its groove during this immersive sound ceremony curated by Emmanuel “RootPapi,” blending singing bowls, gongs, guitars, and meditative vocals into a sonic reset button. Think less concert, more “sound bath meets city vibe,” where harmony isn’t just heard — it’s felt from head to toe.
🎤 SHOUT! Showcase
April 10–12 | First Ward Park Main Stage
Charlotte’s homegrown talent takes center stage with a playlist as diverse as your favorite streaming algorithm — but way more “live and loud.”
April 10 | 5–9 p.m.
Indie-rock energy kicks things off with falllift, followed by the Mike Strauss Band, delivering rootsy rock and blues grooves guaranteed to get toes tapping and heads nodding.
April 11 | 5–9 p.m.
Doubting Thomas brings soulful storytelling and Americana vibes before Buffett & Beyond sails in with breezy beach-rock and tropical classics that practically smell like sunscreen and good times.
April 12 | 6–8 p.m.
Close out the weekend with Groove Machine, serving funk-forward rhythms and danceable beats that prove the name is less a suggestion and more a requirement.
🎵 Pro Tip:
Pace yourself — this weekend moves from Zen soundscapes to dance-floor grooves faster than you can say “encore,” so comfy shoes and an open schedule are highly recommended.
🎛️ Making Music with Colorful Noise
April 11 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 WonderDome – Wells Fargo Atrium
A tribute to the culture and creativity of hip-hop! Enjoy live DJ sets, MC battles, breakdancing, and more in this vibrant celebration of one of music’s most influential genres.
🎶 Tosco Music Party
April 11 | 7:30–10:30 p.m.
📍 Knight Theater
Hosted by John Tosco and the TMP House Band & Singalong Choir, this beloved variety show serves pop, jazz, folk, rock, and classical like a musical tasting menu where every bite is a hit. Expect surprise performances, joyful singalongs, and the irresistible feeling that you’ve joined Charlotte’s biggest living-room jam session.
🐟 The Trout Who Found the River
A Family Musical Adventure
April 12 | 1 p.m., 3 p.m., & 5 p.m.
📍 WonderDome – Wells Fargo Atrium
Dive into a whimsical musical journey featuring live chamber musicians and storytelling that follows a brave young trout discovering courage and belonging. With playful narration and rich soundscapes, this family-friendly production makes classical music feel splashy, magical, and totally approachable for kids and grown-ups alike.
🎺 Weekday Encore (Don’t Miss!)
Gospel SHOUT! Music at the Mother House
April 14 | 7:30–9:30 p.m.
📍 United House of Prayer for All
Prepare to be blown away — literally — as massed trombones, gospel choirs, and brass bands fill the sanctuary with joyful sound led by the legendary Cunningham Clouds of Heaven, alongside the Cunningham String band and Golden Angels Choir. It’s a soul-stirring Charlotte tradition where powerful vocals, booming brass, and community spirit create a praise party unlike anything else at SHOUT!