Olivia Rodrigo will play Spectrum Center Oct. 7–8 as part of The Unraveled Tour. Amex presale opened May 5; general tickets go on sale May 7.

Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old former 'The Voice' contestant and Lowcountry community figure, died following a single-vehicle crash in Colleton County, South Carolina.

Tuck Fest returns April 24–26 with races, clinics, a vendor village and live music at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.

Uptown Charlotte’s Truist Field will host an America250 July 4 celebration with the Charlotte Symphony, Team USA and the WBT SkyShow. Tickets start at $25 and go on sale Friday at noon.

Launch Entertainment plans its first Charlotte-area park in 2027 and is eyeing Huntersville, Ballantyne and Fort Mill as possible sites.

DaBaby will host the Be More Grateful Festival at Route 29 Pavilion in Concord on June 13 with 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Boosie, Webbie and more. General tickets go on sale March 27.

Chance the Rapper says he's coming to Charlotte after posting he wanted a North Carolina date; venue and ticket details are still pending.

A Mount Holly man won a $100,000 Cash Payday scratch-off on Friday the 13th and claimed about $72,018 after taxes, saying he’ll use the money to pay bills.

Cabarrus County offers a free Week of Wellness with fitness classes and activities at three Active Living Centers, encouraging residents 18+ to engage in a healthy lifestyle.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation announced summer camp registration dates, with priority for residents starting February 3. Activities range from nature to sports, with advice to create accounts before registration opens.

Huntersville hosts a cultural event on Feb 6 for Black History Month, featuring live performances and readings.

Kenneth Locklear of Charlotte won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket and chose a $600,000 lump sum payout, resulting in $430,508 after taxes.

CATS partners with JazzArts for "Ride with the Music," featuring free jazz performances at transit stations every Thursday in October to enhance commutes.