

# Things To Do in Matthews | Events & Entertainment

- **Subtitle**: Discover things to do in Matthews — events and entertainment for every taste, from shows and music to food and nightlife. Find what's on near you.
- **Category**: Entertainment
- **Display Name**: Entertainment events
- **Type**: category

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## About

<p>Make your life happening by enrolling to entertainment events in Matthews. Find a partner through a salsa night or take your partner to live in concerts by upcoming bands in your town. Get high while playing Beer Pong in a pub crawl or attending stand-up comedy events in Matthews. Shake your legs in the happy streets, zumba or dance workshops or go for a film screening in the nearby cafes or theaters.</p>
<p>Explore Entertainment Events in Matthews.</p>

## Entertainment Events in Matthews

- **Event Name**: Christmas Worship Concert
  - **Description**: Celebrate the wonder of Christmas at Hallelujah Noel, a multigenerational worship concert celebrating the hope, joy, love, and peace found in Jesus Christ. 

Rooted in the words of Isaiah 9:6, “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given,” this sp
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 15
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/christmas-worship-concert/200031015447951
  - **Venue**: 13901 Providence Rd, Weddington, NC, United States, North Carolina 28104
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, christmas-services
- **Event Name**: Christmas at the Movies
  - **Description**: 🎬 **Christmas at the Movies is coming!**

Think trunk-or-treat, but with outdoor tents transformed into your favorite Christmas movies! Walk through festive stations and enjoy treats, hot chocolate, **FREE photos with Santa**, and the story of Jesus.

🎄 *
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 174
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/christmas-at-the-movies/200031024955541
  - **Venue**: 2817 Mt Harmony Church Rd, Matthews, NC 28105-4133, United States
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, breakfast-with-santa, pictures-with-santa
- **Event Name**: FREE Temple of Laughs Comedy Night and Open Mic
  - **Description**: Every other Monday, the funniest night in Matthews happens at Carolina Beer Temple. Join us for a free night of stand-up comedy!About this EventEvery other Monday, we book two hilarious featured comics, and up to 15 local
  - **Date**: Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/free-temple-of-laughs-comedy-night-and-open-mic/100001991867871423
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beer Temple &amp; the Ames Street Marketplace
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: comedy, open-mic, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Name That Tune Trivia! (NO TRIVIA ON 09/09 due to NFL)
  - **Description**: It's hump day, so why not celebrate surviving the first half of the work week with some fun Name That Tune trivia?! 

Warm up music starts at 7PM and trivia begins at 7:30PM.

Trivia consists of 100 songs split into four rounds:
Two rounds have music from
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/name-that-tune-trivia-no-trivia-on-09-09-due-to-nfl/200030724211924
  - **Venue**: Moochies Tavern
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: The Back Corner Karaoke hosted by Robert!
  - **Description**: Karaoke is the first Thursday of every month at The Back Corner in the Ames Street Marketplace. Hosted by our very own Robert Shattuck, everyone is welcome to come out and sing a little diddy!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Dec 03 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/the-back-corner-karaoke-hosted-by-robert/200030657478322
  - **Venue**: 215 N Ames St, Matthews, NC, United States, North Carolina 28105
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Gala Navideña
  - **Description**: ¡Que se sienta el espíritu navideño!
 
Compra tu ticket aquí——&gt; https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gala-dominicano

Esta Navidad, celebremos lo más bonito de nuestra comunidad: la alegría de reunirnos, nuestras tradiciones y las ganas de compartir u
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/gala-navideña/200030915331619
  - **Venue**: Simba Event Hall
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- **Event Name**: Christmas Concert
  - **Description**: Join us for a holiday concert in the Stallings/Matthews area.  We’ll share Christmas music and sweet treats.  Free and open to anyone!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Dec 13 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/christmas-concert/200031002641336
  - **Venue**: Stallings United Methodist Church
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  - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment, holiday
- **Event Name**: PLANET OF THE APES: Founders Day Celebration | LDOC Weekend Kickoff
  - **Description**: ## PLANET OF THE APES 🦍

**Founders Day Celebration · LDOC Weekend Kickoff**

120 years of legacy, brotherhood, culture and tradition. 🖤💛\
From the yard to the alumni crowd, the APES are taking over Charlotte for one night.

Greeks, alumni, young professi
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 04 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 02:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/planet-of-the-apes-founders-day-celebration-ldoc-weekend-kickoff/4600030914833742
  - **Venue**: Dubai Night Club
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: National Marvel Day
  - **Description**: National Marvel Day – Monday, December 28th! 

At Mac’s Heroes &amp; Villains Comics &amp; Collectibles, we’re celebrating the legacy of the legendary Stan Lee and the Marvel Universe he helped create!

We’re also doing something special—we normally do N
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
  - **Date**: Mon Dec 28 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/national-marvel-day/200030305153913
  - **Venue**: 11229 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC, United States, North Carolina 28105
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  - **Categories**: entertainment
- **Event Name**: National Justice League Day
  - **Description**: 🦸‍♂️⚡ National Justice League Day – Wednesday, November 18th! ⚡🦸‍♀️

The world’s greatest heroes unite at Mac’s Heroes &amp; Villains Comics &amp; Collectibles!

💥 15% OFF all Justice League comics &amp; toys
🎬 We’ll be streaming Justice League movies all
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 58
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/national-justice-league-day/200030429182827
  - **Venue**: 11229 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC, United States, North Carolina 28105
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  - **Categories**: entertainment
- **Event Name**: Private event.
  - **Description**: We love you all, but some shows are for a select few, but we sure do wish you’re invited and get to see you there!!

Introducing GIO Dynamics: Elevating Your Event Experience!

🎧 About Us:
GIO Dynamics is not just a DJ and Live Entertainment Company; we a
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 19 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Nov 19 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/matthews/private-event/200030770773554
  - **Venue**: Matthews, N.C.
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  - **Categories**: Art, Music, Entertainment

## Trending Events in Matthews

- **Event Name**: CHARLOTTE'S DIWALI AFTER DARK 2026 @DUBAI NIGHTCLUB
  - **Description**: 🪔 **DIWALI AFTER DARK — CHARLOTTE**

### Bollywood Party ft. DJ Browny | Dubai Nightclub 🌃

**📍 Dubai Nightclub — Charlotte, North Carolina**\
**📅 November 14 | ⏰ 10 PM – 2 AM**\
**Hosted by TAMASHA NIGHTS**

✨ **This Diwali, Charlotte is lighting up the
  - **Venue**: Dubai Night Club
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- **Event Name**: Free Kids Event: Imagination Builders (Matthews)
  - **Description**: Make one-of-a-kind crafts and explore hands-on activities! Ages 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.About this EventImagination Builders Featuring Lakeshore Exclusives
  - **Venue**: Lakeshore Learning Store
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- **Event Name**: Matthews Pride in the Park
  - **Description**: November 15 • Matthews Pride
📍 Stumptown Park – Matthews
Family-welcoming &amp; Free
Profit to Benefit Twirl to the World Foundation
The inaugural Matthews Pride expands Pride celebrations to even more of our community.
  - **Venue**: Stumptown Park
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- **Event Name**: ARTS &amp; CRAFTS EXTRAVAGANZA
  - **Description**: ARTS &amp; CRAFTS EXTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

 Discover a unique and special gift for each person on your Christmas List (including yourself!) from over 80 Vendors.

 Select the perfect dessert to complete your Thanksgiving
  - **Venue**: Matthews United Methodist Church
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- **Event Name**: Christmas in the Park
  - **Description**: 🎄✨ Christmas in the Park ✨🎄

Get ready to unwrap the magic of the holiday season at our annual Christmas in the Park! Gather your family, friends, and festive spirit and join us for an evening filled with holiday cheer, twinkling lights, and seasonal fun
  - **Venue**: 340 Stallings Rd, 28104
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- **Event Name**: Dueling Pianos LIVE at Carolina Beer Temple
  - **Description**: 🍺🎹 COLD BEER, GREAT MUSIC &amp; A WHOLE LOT OF FUN! 🎹🍺

Hey Matthews! We're headed back your way!

Join Uptown Dueling Pianos at Carolina Beer Temple on Saturday, November 14th, for three hours of your favorite songs, cold drinks, and plenty of laughs!

I
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beer Temple
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- **Event Name**: Novant Health Matthews Medical Center 18th Annual Festival of Trees
  - **Description**: Join us for a festive evening at the 18th Annual Festival of Trees at Novant Health Matthews Medical Center! Gather with family and friends in the Main Lobby as we kick off the holiday season with a special tree lighting program beginning at 6 p.m.

Enjoy
  - **Venue**: 1500 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews NC 28105
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- **Event Name**: 12 Wines of Christmas
  - **Description**: Our annual holiday wine tasting is back!!About this EventOn the 11th day of December, Carolina Beer Temple gave to me...Twelve wines for tasting, charcuterie for grazing, and an evening of festivities! Join us Friday, 12/
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beer Temple & The Ames St. Marketplace
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- **Event Name**: Sip & Shelf Care: A Grown-Up Book Fair
  - **Description**: TREAT YOUR SHELF!About this EventThe Saturday after Thanksgiving is otherwise known as Small Business Saturday, so stop by our Sip &amp; Shelf Care: A Grown-Up Book Fair in downtown Matthews to shop small and meet local i
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beer Temple & the Ames Street Marketplace
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** Christmas Worship Concert (Sun Dec 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at 13901 Providence Rd, Weddington, NC, United States, North Carolina 28104), Christmas at the Movies (Sun Dec 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2817 Mt Harmony Church Rd, Matthews, NC 28105-4133, United States), FREE Temple of Laughs Comedy Night and Open Mic (Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Carolina Beer Temple &amp; the Ames Street Marketplace), Name That Tune Trivia! (NO TRIVIA ON 09/09 due to NFL) (Wed Nov 18 2026 at Moochies Tavern), The Back Corner Karaoke hosted by Robert! (Thu Dec 03 2026 at 215 N Ames St, Matthews, NC, United States, North Carolina 28105).
- **Q**: What are the top free Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** FREE Temple of Laughs Comedy Night and Open Mic (Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Carolina Beer Temple &amp; the Ames Street Marketplace).
- **Q**: What Entertainment events are happening in Matthews in November 2026?
  - **A:** FREE Temple of Laughs Comedy Night and Open Mic (Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Carolina Beer Temple &amp; the Ames Street Marketplace), Name That Tune Trivia! (NO TRIVIA ON 09/09 due to NFL) (Wed Nov 18 2026 at Moochies Tavern), National Justice League Day (Wed Nov 18 2026 at 11:00 am at 11229 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC, United States, North Carolina 28105), Private event. (Thu Nov 19 2026 at 09:00 am at Matthews, N.C.).
- **Q**: How can I find Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Entertainment events in Matthews on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Entertainment events in Matthews include 13901 Providence Rd, Weddington, NC, United States, North Carolina 28104, 2817 Mt Harmony Church Rd, Matthews, NC 28105-4133, United States, Carolina Beer Temple &amp; the Ames Street Marketplace.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Entertainment events in Matthews include Weddington Methodist Church, Mt. Harmony Baptist Church, Craig Collin.
- **Q**: Are there any online Entertainment events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Entertainment events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Entertainment events in Matthews?
  - **A:** Follow the Entertainment category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Entertainment events are listed in Matthews.

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