Charlotte SHOUT!

Charlotte SHOUT!

Thank you for being a part of Charlotte SHOUT! in 2022. Over 17 days, we transformed Uptown Charlotte into a creative playground for art, food, music, and ideas. SHOUT! celebrates our community's innovative spirit with exceptionally curated programming from around the corner and around the world.

Mark your calendars: SHOUT! is back, March 31- April 16, 2023.

Stay tuned for more information about calls for artists and ways to participate!

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Get ready to joyfully get lost in your neighbor’s imagination.

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There are multiple ways you can be a part of this year's festival!

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Festival Events

Our Mission

Charlotte SHOUT!, presented by Atrium Health and Bank of America, curates a sensory feast that weaves together the inspiring talents of internationally acclaimed and locally-grown artists, musicians, chefs, and thought leaders. We present a creative, inclusive, and innovative arts experience through a series of coordinated festival events designed to bring people together.

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Health & Safety Information

Charlotte SHOUT! is committed to the health and welfare of our guests, participants, and the community at large. Health and safety initiatives based on current conditions and guidance from public officials may be in place at the time of the festival.

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𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀! Only a precious few open plates remain for a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience this Wednesday, Oct. 5. ⁣ ⁣ Internationally acclaimed chef, Fatmata Binta, will personally host an intimate gathering of her "Dine on a Mat" dinner series here in Charlotte. The menu is designed to whisk diners away on a culinary journey through Chef Binta's Fulani heritage, as well as her personal advocacy for women in culinary and sustainable eating.⁣ ⁣ The meal may happen in just one night, but the experience will surely set you off on a lifetime of culinary exploration⁣. Get your tickets now at the link in our bio.⁣ ⁣ "𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗧"⁣ ▶️ WHEN: Weds., Oct. 5 from 6 to 8p.m.⁣ ▶️ WHERE: Johnson & Wales University Courtyard⁣ 801 West Trade Street⁣ ▶️ TICKETS: LINK IN BIO⁣

𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘’𝗦 𝗥𝗨𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝟳 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗠𝗜𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧!⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Apply by Oct. 10 at the link in our bio.⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗢'𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗?⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! is open to proposals from artists, designers, creatives, musicians, chefs, architects, engineers, businesses, and educational institutions to present ideas, designs, and concepts to be a part of the festival in 2023. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘?⁣ Proposed works will be temporary installations & events that should explore an engaging idea or thematic concept. We are seeking ideas for:⁣ ⁣ ❗️!CONS Giant Exclamation Points⁣ ❗️Easter Eggs on Parade - Year 2⁣ ❗️Light-Based Installations⁣ ❗️Projection-Mapping⁣ ❗️Music Showcase⁣ ❗️Original Ideas⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘⁣ ⁣ ▶️ October 10, at 5 p.m. - Submission Deadline ⁣ ▶️ November 1–4 - Artists Notified of Project Selections⁣ ▶️ March 28–30 - Installations of Selected Artworks⁣ ▶️ March 31–April 16, 2023 - 17 Days of SHOUT!⁣ ▶️ April 17–19, 2023 - De-installation⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗘 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧?⁣ Successful proposals will demonstrate a unique experience of new technology, sustainability, accessibility, and innovative thinking. We invite you to be as creative as possible in your proposal.⁣ ⁣ 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡⁣ Click the application link in our bio or visit CLTShout.com

𝗦𝗜𝗫 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧!⁣ ⁣ Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience.⁣ ⁣ "𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗧" 𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘!⁣ ▶️ WHEN: Weds., Oct. 5 from 6-8p.m.⁣ ▶️ WHERE: Johnson & Wales University Courtyard⁣ 801 West Trade Street⁣ ▶️ TICKETS: $125 - LINK IN BIO⁣ ⁣ Internationally acclaimed chef, Fatmata Binta, is bringing her interactive dinner series - "Dine on a Mat" - to Charlotte. Chef Binta (@chef_binta) has partnered with the lifestyle brand, Afro in CLT, to immerse guests in a five-course, al fresco dining experience that stimulates the senses.⁣ ⁣ Chef Binta blends her Fulani heritage, formal culinary training, and her passion for informing guests about the richness of ingredients, indigenous spices, and connection that a Fulani food experience creates amongst its guests. Her advocacy for women in culinary and sustainable eating is reflected throughout her journey.⁣ ⁣ Dine on a Mat is presented in part by the following sponsors: Charlotte SHOUT!, Johnson & Wales University Charlotte (@jwucharlotte), Dekodi Group, and Eh’Vivi Catering.⁣ ⁣ 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗕𝗜𝗢 𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗧: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dine-on-a-mat-is-coming-to-charlotte-tickets-381871005457

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗕𝗬 𝗢𝗖𝗧. 𝟭𝟬!⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! seeks transformative ideas from imaginative and inspired storytellers to support the backbone of the event. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗢'𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗?⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! is open to proposals from artists, designers, creatives, musicians, chefs, architects, engineers, businesses, and educational institutions to present ideas, designs, and concepts to be a part of the festival in 2023. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘?⁣ Proposed works will be temporary installations & events that should explore an engaging idea or thematic concept. We are seeking ideas for:⁣ ⁣ ❗️!CONS Giant Exclamation Points⁣ ❗️Easter Eggs on Parade - Year 2⁣ ❗️Light-Based Installations⁣ ❗️Projection-Mapping⁣ ❗️Music Showcase⁣ ❗️Original Ideas⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘⁣ ▶️ August 29 - Applications Open⁣ ▶️ October 10, at 5 p.m. - Submission Deadline ⁣ ▶️ November 1–4 - Artists Notified of Project Selections⁣ ▶️ March 28–30 - Installations of Selected Artworks⁣ ▶️ March 31–April 16, 2023 - 17 Days of SHOUT!⁣ ▶️ April 17–19, 2023 - De-installation⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗘 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧?⁣ Successful proposals will demonstrate a unique experience of new technology, sustainability, accessibility, and innovative thinking. We invite you to be as creative as possible in your proposal.⁣ ⁣ 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡⁣ Click the application link in our bio or visit CLTShout.com

"𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗧" 𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘!⁣ ▶️ WHEN: Weds., Oct. 5 from 6-8p.m.⁣ ▶️ WHERE: Johnson & Wales University Courtyard⁣ 801 West Trade Street⁣ ▶️ TICKETS: $125 - LINK IN BIO⁣ ⁣ Internationally acclaimed chef, Fatmata Binta, is bringing her interactive dinner series - "Dine on a Mat" - to Charlotte. Chef Binta has partnered with the lifestyle brand, Afro in CLT, to immerse guests in a five-course, al fresco dining experience that stimulates the senses.⁣ ⁣ Chef Binta blends her Fulani heritage, formal culinary training, and her passion for informing guests about the richness of ingredients, indigenous spices, and connection that a Fulani food experience creates amongst its guests. Her advocacy for women in culinary and sustainable eating is reflected throughout her journey.⁣ ⁣ The Dine on a Mat event is presented in part by the following sponsors: Charlotte SHOUT!, Johnson & Wales University Charlotte, Dekodi Group, and Eh’Vivi Catering.⁣ ⁣ We caught up with Chef Binta to ask her a few questions about the origins of this event:⁣ ⁣ 1️⃣ Chef Binta, how did the "Dine on a Mat" begin?⁣ ⁣ "I was born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, and my family is from the Fulani tribe. It is one of the largest nomadic groups in Africa. I remember spending much of my childhood in the kitchen helping my mother and grandmother prepare traditional Fulani meals. I grew up watching them bring people together through food. ⁣ ⁣ In 2018, I took a leap of faith and decided to launch 'Dine On A Mat' with the sole purpose of bringing people from different backgrounds together and educating them about our amazing culture."⁣ ⁣ 2️⃣ What is it about food that connects them to other cultures, histories & perspectives?⁣ ⁣ "People normally come together under a common theme. It can be food, music or sports. The beauty of food is the curiosity factor. Once we taste it, the follow-up question is 'What are the ingredients?' Ingredients typically have a historical component and are always tied back to a source with a story. ⁣ ⁣ The story can change your perspective moving forward and gives you a greater appreciation for the meal in front of you."

𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗗 𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦: !𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦⁣ ⁣ 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝗜𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 -- 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲.⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! is all about shouting Charlotte’s talent.⁣ ⁣ What better way to celebrate the spirit of SHOUT! than with our own !con? These !cons will be siant exclamation points scattered across various venues throughout SHOUT! We are looking for 10–12 artists to have their work featured as a SHOUT! !con Each !con will be 62 inches tall, 12 inches deep and made from hard coated Styrofoam. ⁣ ⁣ We expect most applications will feature 2D designs, but we are open to 3D ideas as well. We are looking for bright, creative ideas that will stand out throughout the city and capture the imaginations of attendees.⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗧 - $𝟭,𝟬𝟬𝟬⁣ The budget for your !con must include artist'w fee, all labor costs to build the artwork (from⁣ ⁣ concept to installation on site), all materials, installation, de-installation,⁣ engineering services and any testing needed for your artwork. ⁣ ⁣ The budget must include shipping costs, all travel and accommodations. ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! organizers will provide necessary power, security and basic maintenance throughout the festival.⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪⁣ To read more about available paid art opportunities at SHOUT! 2023 and to apply, visit https://www.charlotteshout.com/shout/participate-1⁣ ⁣ 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘⁣ Applications for !cons and other art ideas are due 𝙉𝙊 𝙇𝘼𝙏𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙉 Oct. 10, 2022

Didja’ hear the news!?!?!? The 16 “Impulse” seesaws (@gocreos) that light up at night are coming back for another encore when Charlotte SHOUT! returns March 31-April 16, 2023!

𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗘𝗚𝗚𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯!⁣ ⁣ Easter Eggs on Parade were a fan avorite this April ... and we're excited to say that applications are now open for Easter Eggs on Parade 2023.⁣ ⁣ This outside exhibition is a fun way for Charlotte SHOUT! to showcase local artists’ talent inspired by famous, bejeweled eggs. ⁣ ⁣ 12 GIANT eggs will be placed Uptown for⁣ the entirety of the festival. We are looking for local artists to decorate an egg.⁣ ⁣ Each egg is made of fiberglass, stands 48” tall, 36” in diameter and sits on a solid base. We are looking for mostly 3D designs but are open to 2D ideas as well. Selected artists will receive $2,000 to carry out their idea. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗧⁣ The $2,000 budget includes:⁣ ▶️ Artist fee⁣ ▶️ All labor costs to build the artwork (from⁣ concept to installation on site)⁣ ▶️ All materials used⁣ ▶️ Installation, de-installation and engineering services and any testing needed⁣ ▶️ Shipping costs, travel and accommodations. ⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! organizers will provide⁣ power, security and basic maintenance. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪!⁣ If you're interested, click the link in our bio or visit charlotteshout.com/shout/participate-1⁣

The air Uptown will be filled with music during Charlotte SHOUT! 2023 ... and you can be part of it. ⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! will program several stages throughout the festival footprint. The stages are open to solo artists or full bands performing music⁣ from all genres.⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦:⁣ ⁣ ▶️ Sets will be a maximum of 40 minutes and will include time for hosted interviews⁣ ⁣ ▶️ Selected artists will be guaranteed one performance⁣ ⁣ ▶️ All production and basic backline equipment will be supplied⁣ ⁣ ▶️ Limited free parking will be available⁣ ⁣ ▶️ Artist will be required to participate in a 30-minute meet & greet after their performance⁣ ⁣ ▶️ Artist will receive access to the Backstage Lounge to meet & socialize with other artists and industry members⁣ ⁣ 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗗⁣ ⁣Selected artists will receive a performance stipend payable upon completion of their set. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪!⁣ If you're interested, click the link in our bio or visit charlotteshout.com/shout/participate-1

Charlotte SHOUT! is looking for big ideas and invites you to submit ideas for ⁣ ⁣ 𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧-𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! wants light-based installations that are more than just illuminated. We want works that invite participants to interact with them day and night. ⁣ ⁣ Successful proposals will demonstrate the innate ability to create a unique experience of light by employing new technology, sustainability, accessibility and innovative thinking.⁣ ⁣ Proposals are welcome from artists, performers or collaborative groups. Acceptance and budget allocations awarded will be based on availability of funds, review of proposals and discussion with the artists regarding construction, logistics and staffing.⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 - $𝟳,𝟬𝟬𝟬–𝟭𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬⁣ The budget must include:⁣ ▶️Artist fee⁣ ▶️All labor costs from concept to construction & onsite installation/de-installation⁣ ▶️Engineering services⁣ ▶️Testing ⁣ ▶️Shipping, travel and accommodations⁣ ⁣ 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘦 𝘚𝘏𝘖𝘜𝘛! 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦⁣ 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳, 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦⁣ Applications are due Oct. 10 by 5 p.m. EST. More information at the link in our bio or at charlotteshout.com/shout/participate-1⁣

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘! 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗕𝗬 𝗢𝗖𝗧. 𝟭𝟬!⁣ ⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! seeks transformative ideas from imaginative and inspired storytellers to support the backbone of the event. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗢'𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗?⁣ Charlotte SHOUT! is open to proposals from artists, designers, creatives, musicians, chefs, architects, engineers, businesses, and educational institutions to present ideas, designs, and concepts to be a part of the festival in 2023. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘?⁣ Proposed works will be temporary installations & events that should explore an engaging idea or thematic concept. We are seeking ideas for:⁣ ⁣ ❗️!CONS Giant Exclamation Points⁣ ❗️Easter Eggs on Parade - Year 2⁣ ❗️Light-Based Installations⁣ ❗️Projection-Mapping⁣ ❗️Music Showcase⁣ ❗️Original Ideas⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘⁣ ▶️ August 29 - Applications Open⁣ ▶️ October 10, at 5 p.m. - Submission Deadline ⁣ ▶️ November 1–4 - Artists Notified of Project Selections⁣ ▶️ March 28–30 - Installations of Selected Artworks⁣ ▶️ March 31–April 16, 2023 - 17 Days of SHOUT!⁣ ▶️ April 17–19, 2023 - De-installation⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗘 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧?⁣ Successful proposals will demonstrate a unique experience of new technology, sustainability, accessibility, and innovative thinking. We invite you to be as creative as possible in your proposal.⁣ ⁣ 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡⁣ Click the application link in our bio or visit CLTShout.com

📢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗦 𝗨𝗣𝗧𝗢𝗪𝗡! March 31 - April 16 2023! 🎉🥳🎊🍾🪩🪅⁣ ⁣ The 17 day festival celebrating art, music, food, and ideas is once again presented by Atrium Health and Bank of America. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧: ⁣ ⁣ The beloved interactive art installation “Impulse”, featuring 16 light-up see-saws will be back at Levine Avenue of the Arts. ⁣ ⁣ There will also be concerts, food festivals and streeteries, public art and more all over @uptown.clt! ⁣ 🍔🥙🍱🥞🧁🎭🖼🎶🎼🎤🎸⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦: ⁣ ⁣ @cltshout is deeply connected with Charlotte’s creative community. ⁣ ⁣ Applications for a variety of creative opportunities as a part of SHOUT! 2023 are now open. Click the link in bio or head to charlotteSHOUT.com for more information. ⁣ ⁣ Get ready to SHOUT! in @uptown.clt 2023. ⁣ ⁣ 🪩🖼🧁🎭🎉🥳🍍🥐☀️💕📸⁣ ⁣ #cltshout #charlotte #uptowncharlotte #charlottenc #uptownclt #charlottesgotalot #discoverclt #exploreclt #axiosclt #southendclt

"My dishes are bold, authentic, and feature plenty of flavors. I always put a modern twist on traditional recipes that I learn while visiting nearby Fulani communities." - 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗕𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮⁣ ⁣ We may not officially be back until next April, but there's still lots to SHOUT! about between now and then. Here's one of our favorites:⁣ ⁣ "𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗧" 𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘!⁣ ▶️ WHEN: Weds., Oct. 5 from 6-8p.m.⁣ ▶️ WHERE: Johnson & Wales University Courtyard⁣ 801 West Trade Street⁣ ▶️ TICKETS: $125 - LINK IN BIO⁣ ⁣ Internationally acclaimed chef, Fatmata Binta, is bringing her interactive dinner series - "Dine on a Mat" - to Charlotte. Chef Binta has partnered with the lifestyle brand, Afro in CLT, to immerse guests in a five-course, al fresco dining experience that stimulates the senses.⁣ ⁣ We asked Chef Binta about the flavors and qualities dinner guests can expect:⁣ ⁣ "Some of the ingredients I use are sun-dried vegetables and ancient grains like fonio and millet," she said. "I love using fonio. It is a super grain, traditionally grown and eaten in West Africa. It’s gluten-free and extremely nutritious."⁣ ⁣ The Dine on a Mat event is presented in part by the following sponsors: Charlotte SHOUT!, Johnson & Wales University Charlotte, Dekodi Group and Eh’Vivi Catering.⁣ ⁣ 📸: APAG STUDIOS⁣

𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬! 𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗣 𝗜𝗧 𝗨𝗣 𝗔𝗧 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗬𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦!⁣ ⁣ Head to Victoria Yards -- at 209 E. 7th St. across from @themarketat7thst -- for "Social Meetup at the Yards" with @AlleyHoopsJam. The "royals of roundball" are offering a free basketball clinic for kids from 2 to 3 p.m.⁣ ⁣ The day's celebration are hosted by Willie Jenkins and includes a game truck, dunk showcases and Pro-Am Basketball exhibitions. And tons of special guests are in on the fun: ⁣ ⁣ ▶️Fly Ty⁣ ▶️DJ Stacey Blackman ⁣ ▶️Alonzo Coleman⁣ ▶️Jacotron Potts⁣ ▶️L. Lauren Link⁣ ▶️Carla Carlisle⁣ ▶️Momma Bey⁣ ⁣ From 5 to 8 p.m., enjoy drinks, vendors, food trucks, karaoke, podcasts, speakers and good vibes. Now THAT'S how to kick off your week!⁣ ⁣ #UptownCharlotte #CenterCity #ShowUpForUptown #FindYourCenter⁣ ⁣ 🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀 Posted @withregram • @alleyhoopsjam Come celebrate the end of summer and good vibes, great music, and delicious food at Victoria Yards on August 28th from 2 - 8pm. Alley Hoops Jam 501(c)3 organization is off to a great start! We are the center for collaboration through sports & entertainment. We are restoring health, promoting physical activities, mental wellness while contributing to economic development in the community! #communitybuilding #mentalhealth #development #wellness #collaboration #entertainment #sports #music #food #bridgewealthgap #globalimpact #theghettonerdcompany #BeYouBeGreat #tonyaglennlifestyleproductions #branduscript #wegotgame #queencityproam #victoriayards #uptown #uptowncharlotte #clt

The love that keeps pouring in for the “Monuments” installation by @craigwalsh in Old Settler’s Cemetery is astonishing. This time from @agirlhasnopresident ⁣ Another “Monuments” post she out up about the installation got 66,000+ views!⁣ ⁣ Would you like to see more illumination-based art at SHOUT! 2023?⁣ ⁣ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Posted @withregram • @agirlhasnopresident His work is beautiful. I would have loved to have seen this in person. I posted the link in my stories as well as on my Twitter @AGirlHasNoPres More @cltshout @craigwalsh_monuments

𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧! 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗨𝗦!⁣ ⁣April 2023 may seem a long way odd, but we're already deep deep deep into planning Charlotte SHOUT! for next spring … and that comes with incredible opportunities for you to join in as a sponsor, vendor, volunteer or participating artist. ⁣ ⁣ We'll be making announcements here soon. But, to stay in the know of all the opportunities to SHOUT! with us, sign up for e-mail updates at CharlotteShout.com⁣ ⁣

"𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗧" 𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘!⁣ ▶️ WHEN: Weds., Oct. 5 from 6-8p.m.⁣ ▶️ WHERE: Johnson & Wales University Courtyard⁣ 801 West Trade Street⁣ ▶️ TICKETS: $125 - LINK IN BIO⁣ ⁣ Internationally acclaimed chef, Fatmata Binta, is bringing her interactive dinner series - "Dine on a Mat" - to Charlotte. Chef Binta has partnered with the lifestyle brand, Afro in CLT, to immerse guests in a five-course, al fresco dining experience that stimulates the senses.⁣ ⁣ Chef Binta blends her Fulani heritage, formal culinary training, and her passion for informing guests about the richness of ingredients, indigenous spices, and connection that a Fulani food experience creates amongst its guests. Her advocacy for women in culinary and sustainable eating is reflected throughout her journey.⁣ ⁣ The Dine on a Mat event is presented in part by the following sponsors: Charlotte SHOUT!, Johnson & Wales University Charlotte, Dekodi Group, and Eh’Vivi Catering.⁣ ⁣ We caught up with Chef Binta to ask her a few questions about the origins of this event:⁣ ⁣ 1️⃣ Chef Binta, how did the "Dine on a Mat" begin?⁣ ⁣ "I was born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, and my family is from the Fulani tribe. It is one of the largest nomadic groups in Africa. I remember spending much of my childhood in the kitchen helping my mother and grandmother prepare traditional Fulani meals. I grew up watching them bring people together through food. ⁣ ⁣ In 2018, I took a leap of faith and decided to launch 'Dine On A Mat' with the sole purpose of bringing people from different backgrounds together and educating them about our amazing culture."⁣ ⁣ 2️⃣ What is it about food that connects them to other cultures, histories & perspectives?⁣ ⁣ "People normally come together under a common theme. It can be food, music or sports. The beauty of food is the curiosity factor. Once we taste it, the follow-up question is 'What are the ingredients?' Ingredients typically have a historical component and are always tied back to a source with a story. ⁣ ⁣ The story can change your perspective moving forward and gives you a greater appreciation for the meal in front of you."

This weekend shout out with PRIDE Uptown!⁣ ⁣ Posted @withregram • @uptown.clt It’s a special weekend in Uptown! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🎉🥳 Without further ado, check out 🔟 things to do 😉⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ 1️⃣ Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade 📍: S. Tryon St. 2️⃣ Relax at the JW Marriott Spa 📍: 600 S. College St. 3️⃣ Yoga at Nuvole 22 📍: 220 E. Trade St. 4️⃣ Drag Brunch at Angeline’s 📍: 303 S. Church St. 5️⃣ IMAX feature film: Top Gun: Maverick 📍: 301 N. Tryon St. 6️⃣ Shop the Uptown Farmers Market 📍: 300 S. Davidson St. 7️⃣ Charlotte FC Home Match 📍: 800 S. Mint St. 8️⃣ Try a smokey cocktail from Moa Korean BBQ 📍: 128 S. Tryon St. 9️⃣ Grab a bite at the Market at 7th St. 📍: 224 E. 7th St. 🔟 The vanity house Pride Fest at Ink and Ivy 📍: 222 S. Church St. #uptownclt #exploreclt #charlottenc #discoverclt #uptowncharlotte #axiosclt #charlottesgotalot

Between her organizing murals at @victoriayardsclt and nightly yoga sessions in The Green, we ❤️ the heart, wisdom and … flexibility that @traveling_gypsy brought to SHOUT! this year. How about you?

Okay, @thingstodoincharlotte … just when we thought we couldn’t miss SHOUT! any more then we already do … 😭😭😭⁣ ⁣ Posted @withregram • @thingstodoincharlotte We can't stop thinking about how much fun we had @cltshout a couple weeks ago! #tbt . Never grow up and always remember to have fun and make memories ✨️ . . #cltnc #Charlotte #thingstodoinclt #thingstodoincharlotte #charlotteshout #downtowncharlotte

Charlotte SHOUT! celebrates art, music, ideas and FOOD in the Queen City. Looking at this photo from @clt.remedy taken at @cltstreatsfestival is making us hungry for more!⁣ ⁣ 🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🙋🏼‍♂️Raise your hand in the comments if you’re ready to take a bite out of SHOUT! 2023!⁣ ⁣ NOMNOMNOMNOMNOMNOM⁣ ⁣ Posted @withregram • @clt.remedy We LITERALLY made a U-turn when we saw @jimmypstreetshackclt parked at the Gateway Village the other night during @cltshout and they'll be back TODAY + TOMORROW to serve up some more good eats!!!! YES. It was that moment in the car you go 🛑🛑🛑, skkkkkrrrrrttt. ⤵️ Jimmy Pearls and many other food trucks will be at CLT SHOUT: for the line-up and deets, head to @cltshout 🦪💙: More about @jimmypearlsclt We were planning on strolling through Tryon Street to take in all of the 🧠 IDEAS 🎶 MUSIC 🍽️ FOOD 🎨 ART Thursday night but we immediately had to get ourselves some of that Uncle Gene's Fish Sandwich soon as we saw their 💙 blue food truck parked. You've heard us say it before and we will say it again: 🗣️📣 THIS fish sandwich is THE FISH SANDWICH! 🤤😋. We also had to try the GET YOUR ROLL ON: which featured clam strips Thurs night. Y'ALL! Yum! Also, it was Grayson's first ever clam and he LOVED it! Just don't tell him he had clams 😜😆!!!

Charlotte SHOUT! 2023 may be nine months away, but we're deep, deep into planning mode. We're cooking up some amazing ideas to highlight ART, MUSIC, IDEAS and FOOD next April ... and the magic ingredient may be YOU!⁣ ⁣ We'll be sharing information soon on our feed. But, if you're interested in being a participating artist, volunteer, vendor or sponsor, click the link in our bio and sign up to receive updates from SHOUT! That way you'll be the first to know about opportunities to SHOUT with us!

Oct 2022