Led by the inimitable Rob Thomas, Matchbox 20 started strong out of the gate with their debut album, 1996's Yourself or Someone Like You. Released incredibly only a year after the band had formed in Florida, it was a classic post-grunge record, eschewing the heavy sounds of Nirvana et al. for a more traditional, acoustic-tinged rock sound.

Award-winning, multi-instrumentalist, Brian Culbertson offers the chance to catch him live this year, as he sets out on a series of live dates. Having now exceeded 20 studio albums, expect an unforgettable celebration of this magnificent feat, with extravagant production to go alongside his iconic set of favorites new and old.

Surfing on a wave of pop, beachy indie rock, and goth, Los Angeles quintet The Growlers formed in 2006 and honed their Twin Peakes-Esque sound over the course of their career. Catch them as they weave their garage-rock-tinged, summery magic on tour in North America this year!

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is hitting the road once again in 2026, bringing their electrifying holiday rock opera to audiences across North America. Join them for a festive celebration that spans over two decades of Christmas magic! Along with The Ghosts of Christmas Eve, fans can expect some of the band's greatest hits, making it clear why audiences keep coming back year after year.

Join a cast of 100 dancers as they recreate the magic of The Nutcracker in this much-celebrated annual community production. With enchanting new costumes and set design, and choreography by Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, plus a live score performed by the Charlotte Symphony, this is one Nutcracker you won't want to miss! An evening spent at a performance of this enchanting Holiday classic by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed dancers, the Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of classical dance, dazzling costumes, soaring birds, giant puppets and a grand stage design to make this particular Nutcracker a unique holiday treat not to be missed!