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Charlotte_Shout_2023_114-large.jpgZONE 6:  

Click here for a full map of SHOUT! 

 

Music and Charlotte history collide in the most beautiful ways in Zone 6. Inside the historic Grace A.M.E. Zion Church, you’ll find Pianodrome, America’s first (and only) amphitheater made entirely from upcycled pianos.  

 

Throughout SHOUT!, this intimate venue will surround you with history and bathe you in beautiful music all day long. It’s calm, yet invigorating – a restful, contemplative place to sit down, relax and enjoy inspirational performances from musicians young and old, from students and professionals.  

 

CAN’T MISS ACTIVITIES 

 

Part of the Queen City artistic scene for 70 years, The Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum are organizing professional and amateur musicians of all ages to provide free recitals, interactive music experiences and even a scavenger hunt nearly every day at SHOUT!  
 

Society at 229 at Brevard has partnered with the Arts and Science Council to offer eight cultural and creative events from visual art to live local music to international cuisines. All events start at $10. Click the link above for tickets. 
 

Scattered across Uptown, selected restaurants and local businesses are offering specialty, limited edition SHOUT!-themed beverages, services, goods, and menu items. Participating businesses inside of and around Zone 6 include:  

  • The Charlotte Farmers Market 

  • Middle C Jazz 

  • Crane Coffee 

 

Find a full schedule of SHOUT! Events here. [PRO TIP: Use the Categories and Venues dropdowns to narrow your search.] 
 

PICTURE PERFECT PHOTO SPOTS 

Zone 6 is home to numerous, large-scale murals created by local and international artists through various organizations including local nonprofit Talking Walls. For more information about the pieces below, check out this link. 

 

  • Brooklyn Lounge Mural by Nick Napoletano  

  • Farmers Market Mural by Curtis King 

  • Brooklyn Collective Mural by Abel Jackson at Studio 229 on Brevard St 

  • “Brooklyn Legacy” by Abel Jackson 

  • Fibonacci Spiral Mural by Jonay di Rango 

  • Innervision by Hoxxoh 

 

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD 

Here are some places in Zone 6 you can enjoy and visit during SHOUT! … and anytime you’re Uptown. 
 

  • NASCAR Hall of Fame 
    Located one block from Society at 229, the NASCAR Hall of Fame is listed as one of the top places to visit in Charlotte. Immerse yourself in stick car history and try your hand at the Pit Crew Challenge. This is a perfect destination for all ages. 
     

  • Uptown Farmers Market 
    The spring items from local farmers will be available on Saturday, April 13 starting at 8 AM. Check out local vendors and grab some fresh produce. And, on April 6, Charlotte StrEATS will teach you to “Shop Like a Chef” at the market. 
     

  • Middle C Jazz 

This lounge and music venue is a perfect addition to an evening Uptown. While you’re catching a show during the festival, be sure to check out the limited time drink special – the “SHOUT! Spritz”.  

 

HOW TO GET HERE 

 

Zone 6 has several options for transportation, whether you’re taking your car or light rail. Within walking distance from Zones 3, 4 and 5, Zone 6 is also accessible by the LYNX bus station and a short light rail ride from Zone 1.  

 

  • For parking, we recommend Hyatt Place, along E 4th Street, Nascar Hall of Fame, and 300 S Davidson St. More info here. 
     

  • Take the Blue Line light rail from both North and South Charlotte. The closest light rail station to Zone 6 is the Third St./Convention Center station. LYNX schedule here.