Arts & Culture

Art and culture lies at the heart of worldclass cities, and in Charlotte, that heart is very much alive and vibrant. Charlotteans heavily support arts and culture in the belief that its benefits overflow into business, education and the economy. The Charlotte arts community supports 2,100 jobs and contributes a vast $130 million to the local economy. More than 65,000 local cultural events attract 700,000 visitors from outside Mecklenburg County.

A major champion for the cultural community is the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (ASC). The ASC is a nonprofit organization that offers the community many services, including grants, events and programs. The success of the organization is evident through the $14 million awarded annually to arts education, cultural organizations and neighborhood cultural projects.

The ASC provides a comprehensive, online directory of performances, ongoing events, attractions and venues on Charlotte Culture Guide.

Engage Charlotte
c/o Charlotte Chamber
PO Box 32785
Charlotte, NC 28232
(704) 378-1350