If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Charlotte. From a collegiate basketball tournament kickoff to an Afro-Caribbean day party, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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Tournament Weekend Kickoff at Suite
Join DJ Loui Vee this Thursday night to celebrate the arrival of this weekend's 2019 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association basketball tournament. It also happens to be Loui Vee's birthday, so expect plenty of upbeat jams celebrating both occasions.
When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 10 p.m.- Friday, March 1, 2 a.m.
Where: Suite, 210 E. Trade St.
Price: $20
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Sunday Funday at Queen Park Social
Even more bball-fueled revelry goes down this Sunday at Queen Park Social. Helping to mark the end of the collegiate tournament's run in Charlotte will be DJ Shaun Nyce & DJ Tramare. RSVP and hop in before 3:30 p.m. for free entry.
When: Sunday, March 3, 2-8 p.m.
Where: Queen Park Social, 4125 Yancey Road
Price: $0-$20
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The Culture III at Studio 1212
Celebrate all forms of black art at an underground music and makers festival this Saturday. Hosted by musicians DOPEMUSIC and 601 the Band, the third annual festival will feature artists, musicians, poets, local entrepreneurs and more black creatives.
When: Saturday, March 2, 1-5 p.m.
Where: Studio 1212, 1212 E. 10th St.
Price: $10
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Global Riddims Day Party at Snug Harbor
Also this Saturday: Catch an Afro-Caribbean day party at Sung Harbor. Dance to afrobeat, reggae, soca, dance hall and more, and keep your energy levels up with assistance from an on-site Caribbean food truck.
When: Saturday, March 2, 4-9 p.m.
Where: Snug Harbor, 1228 Gordon St.
Price: $8
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