Upcoming events.
Small Talk Series No. 3: Escape to Italy
Your transfer papers are once again in, and though the warden doesn't know, we're planning an escape to Italy. We've got a multi-course, Italian inspired small plates dinner perfectly paired with wines from across the country. This is an intimate affair for 20 inmates held in our jail-themed speakeasy. Our fearless expert, Matt, from Proof Wine and Spirits will guide you through the courses, and retail bottles will be available for purchase.
While your chance of parole is slim to none, we will leave you wined and dined!
Thursday September 24th - 6:30PM
$78 per person plus tax - price includes gratuity.
Crescendo's Cars and Costumes
Join us for our first Street Fest! We will have Barbour Street closed from 2nd to Horne Street. Featuring local vendors, a car show, DJs from Oak City Soul, and of course delicious food and beverages! Join in on the fun after the Downtown Clayton Trick or Treat with our Trunk or Treat, costume contest, and pumpkin painting contest.
Small Talk Series No. 2: Cell Block Portugal
The next transfer has been approved.
For one night only, our speakeasy becomes a portal to Portugal, where ancient vineyards, rugged coastlines, and centuries-old winemaking traditions await behind locked doors.
Your sentence includes a multi-course tasting menu, each dish carefully paired with exceptional Portuguese wines selected to reveal the remarkable diversity of one of Europe's most captivating wine regions. From vibrant Atlantic whites to bold reds born from steep mountain terraces, every pour uncovers another piece of Portugal's story.
As with every Small Talk Series event, seating is intentionally limited and the location remains discreet. Once the doors close, there are no distractions—only remarkable food, extraordinary wine, and conversation among fellow inmates who appreciate the finer things in life.
Parole is not guaranteed. Wine is.
Thursday August 27th - 6:30PM
$78 per person - gratuity included
Contraband Coast: A Speakeasy Wine & Tapas Escape
For one night only, our inmates are dreaming beyond the prison walls.
Locked away in Crescendo's hidden prison-themed speakeasy, we've assembled a menu inspired by the one thing every captive longs for—the open shore. Escape with us through an intimate evening of coastal-inspired tapas, each thoughtfully paired with hand-selected wines that evoke salty breezes, sun-soaked beaches, and the freedom of the sea.
With seating limited to just 20 guests, this exclusive dinner experience offers a guided tasting through beach-inspired flavors in an atmosphere where every bite feels like a small act of rebellion.
Whether you're serving time or simply looking for a night unlike any other, you'll enjoy an unforgettable evening of exceptional food, perfectly paired wines, and a chance to momentarily trade prison walls for ocean views—at least in spirit.
Only 20 seats available. No parole required. Advance tickets, a must! Price includes gratuity.
Moontrane
Soul/Jazz/Breakbeat - a good time! Join us for the return of Moontrane to the Crescendo stage!
Brunch Jams: Autumn Nicholas
Enjoy the incredible artistry of Autumn Nicholas while you brunch with us!
Event Five
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Event Four
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Event Three
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Event Two
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Event One
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