Friday, Oct. 4
7:30 pm | Oct. 4. Kentuckian Ben Sollee — cellist, songwriter and storyteller — has toured the globe performing his original music. Tickets: $25-45. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Ave.
Film Screening: Cine Casual and WDAV Present Los Hermanos
7:30-10 pm | Oct. 4. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Cine Casual and WDAV Classical Public Radio have partnered to present a free outdoor screening of the award-winning documentary Los Hermanos. Renowned violinist Ilmar Gavilán, one of the two classical musician brothers featured in Los Hermanos, will be a special guest joining WDAV General Manager Frank Dominguez for a pre-film Q&A and live solo performance during the pre-screening program. A native of Havana, Cuba, Gavilán is a founding member of the Grammy award-winning Harlem Quartet. The film features virtuoso Afro-Cuban-born brothers—violinist Ilmar and pianist Aldo—live on opposite sides of a geopolitical chasm a half-century wide. Tracking their parallel lives in New York and Havana, their reunion, and their first performances together, Los Hermanos/The Brothers offers a nuanced, often startling view of estranged nations through the lens of music and family. Village Green, 119 S. Main St. Davidson.
6-8 pm | Oct. 4. Ben Gatlin. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
7 pm | Oct. 4. Featuring the Lake Norman Philharmonic. Maestro Eduardo Cedeño and the talented musicians of the Lake Norman Philharmonic will take the stage, performing classical and contemporary masterpieces. Food trucks and beer vendors will be ready to serve at 6:30 pm. Liberty Park in Downtown Mooresville.
6:30-9:30 pm | Oct. 4. Take part in an authentic ghost hunt of the building and grounds (weather permitting) using real investigative tools led by members of the Charlotte Area Paranormal Society (CAPS). Limited to 12 guests, 12 and older. Tickets $25 in advance. Hugh Torance House and Store, 8231 Gilead Rd., Huntersville.
Saturday, Oct. 5
n7:30 pm | Oct. 5. See ‘America’s Got Talent’ Finalist Mike Super live on stage. Tickets: $45-65. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Avenue.
Noon – closing | Oct. 5. Polka band, contest, biergarten, food. OOPS Polka Band kicks off live music, dancing and sing-along at 4 pm, with Men’s Stein holding contest
at 6 pm and Best Dressed German Costume Contest at 7 pm. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700 One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
5- 6:30 pm, acoustic artist. 7-9 pm headliner | Oct. 5. 80z Nation – 80s Tribute. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Davidson.
Cornelius Cards & Collectibles Convention
9 am – 4 pm | Oct. 5. Discover over 35 vendors and dealers offering a treasure trove of classic and new-era sports cards, Pokemon, Funko, Memorabilia and more. Bring your binders and collectibles to sell or trade. Admission $5 at the door, and kids 12 and under free. Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius.
8 pm | Oct. 5. Concert benefits the Cool Kids Clubhouse of Huntersville. Classic rock and country hits performed by Jason Scheff (Chicago), Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney (Rascal Flats), Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers). Advance tickets $30; at the door $40. Must be 21 and older. BoatYard LKN, Cornelius.
Mooresville Festival of Food Truck
5-8:30 pm | Oct. 5. Bring a chair, hang out in the street eating food truck fare and listening to music. Downtown Mooresville.
Town of Mount Pleasant Fall Craft Festival
10 am | Oct. 5. Craft Festival, children’s games and activities, food vendors. On North Main Street between Hwy. 73 and Park Drive, Mount Pleasant.
Second City Comedy Troupe for the 65th Season Tour
7:30 pm | Oct. 5. The Davidson College Union Board through the Smith Artist Series is hosting event. General admission tickets adults $22; seniors $19. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College.
Saturday, Oct. 5- Sunday, Nov. 4
31st Annual Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace
Gates open 9:30 am Saturdays and Sundays. Rain or shine. No pets. Free parking. Check website for special-theme weekends and ticket info. Festival fairgrounds, 16445 Poplar Tent Rd., Huntersville.
Sunday, Oct. 6
Blessing of the Animals at Mt. Zion UMC
4 pm | Oct. 6. Bring any animals or pets you may have, and our pastors will pray over them. Or, maybe you’ve had a pet die recently, and you miss your pet. Come and give God thanks for the gift of your pet’s life and receive God’s healing and blessing. If you have a picture of your pet, please bring it with you. Does your child have a favorite stuffed animal. You may bring it, too. On the front lawn (weather permitting) of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church,19600 Zion Ave., Cornelius.
Blessing of the Animals, adoptions in Mooresville
10:30 am service | Oct. 6. Food and music from about 11:45 am. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church will host its annual “Blessing of the Animals” at the church’s outdoor lawn stage in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment. The entire community – but especially pets – are welcome in celebrating this special day with a service that recognizes our beloved companion animals. Lake Norman Humane will be on-site with a furry friend or two available for adoption. Whether you’re looking to adopt a new pet or simply want to support our local animal rescue efforts, there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved and contribute. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 164 Fairview Road, Mooresville 28117.
