Life gets busy this time of year. But trust us, you don’t want to let this week full of great events pass you by! We’ve made it easy with the Scoop guide to where to go and what to do this weekend in Charlotte. So pencil something fun in, won’t you?
Champagne Open House
Thursday, August 27
Queen City Ballroom, Morrison Shops
Always wanted to learn how to dance? Here’s your chance (plus, there’s champagne). Join the pros at Queen City Ballroom for a champagne open house this Thursday evening. Attendees will have the chance to win free dance lessons and mingle with dancers and new friends.
Southern Women’s Show
Friday, August 28-Sunday, August 30
Charlotte Convention Center
Join hundreds of vendors offering the best in food, fashion and more at this year’s Southern Women’s Show. Meet Britt Nilsson from the Bachelor, Jessa Duggar from 19 Kids and Counting and enjoy live demos, entertainment and more.
Get the fun started early with #GirlsNightOut presented by Concord Mills on Friday from 4-8pm. We have some pretty convincing reasons you should go: Admission is free starting at 4 pm,  first 100 guests to arrive receive a VIP shopping bag, the Belk Fall Fashion Preview at 6pm, a complimentary glass of wine (while supplies last) and more!
Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots
Friday, August 28
Bank of America Stadium
Cheer on the cardiac cats this weekend as they take on the New England Patriots in the preseason. Show us your gametime view (even if it’s from your living room) on Friday night using #scoopclt.
Summer in Sicily
Friday, August 28
Blue Restaurant & Bar
Enjoy a mini-vacation with Blue Restaurant and Bar’s Summer in Sicily event this Friday. Start off with a Prosecco reception with passed canapes, followed by a 4 course meal inspired by Sicilian cuisine. The event includes music performance by Musica Nostra, a mandolin and guitar trio, along with a special guest performance by an Opera Carolina resident. Call 704-927-2583 or visit www.bluecharlotte.com to claim your spot.
End of Summer Carnival Fest
Saturday, August 29
Unknown Brewing Company
Nothing says summer like a ice cold beer. And who knows that better than our friends at Unknown Brewing? They’re throwing one last summer hoorah with an all-day bash this Saturday, August 29th. There will be live music from Mojo Ruckus and eats from Maki Taco Food Truck, special release beers and more.
From The Garden Cooking Class
Saturday, August 29
The Ritz-Carlton
Learn to whip up a late summer dessert that’s straight from the garden. The menu for this cooking class, inspired by the fresh herbs growing on the hotel’s rooftop garden, includes Olive Oil Rosemary Cake, Citrus Tart with Cornmeal Sage Crust, Honey Lavender Panna Cotta and a Strawberry Basil Tart. Learn more and sign up here.
The Waning Days of Summer Special Dinner Event
Saturday, August 29
Mimosa Grill
Celebrate the best and finest of Southern cuisine at Mimosa Grill this Saturday. Since it’s not a meal without wine, the dinner will feature picks from Sean Minor Wines, and Sean himself will be on-site to walk you through the selections and his winemaking techniques. To secure your seat, call 704-343-0700.
Queen City Food Fight: PCG vs. ACF
Sunday, August 30
Central Piedmont Community College
Food fights, it’s not just for the lunchroom anymore. The Queen City Food Fight pits five chefs representing Piedmont Culinary Guild toe-to-toe against five chefs from the North Carolina chapter of the American Culinary Federation. Each team will craft three courses and six rounds of side dishes. Attendees sample them all and crown The People’s Champion, while a panel of local celebrities will make the Judge’s Decision. In addition to the food prepared, craft cocktails will also be served. Ticket cost is $85.00 and includes all dishes and three alcohol beverage tickets.
Sierra Nevada Beer Dinner
Sunday, August 30
The Cellar at Duckworth’s
Duckworth’s Uptown location has a fun new twist: The Cellar. Join them for their Sierra Nevada Beer Dinner this Sunday evening. The chef-inspired beer dinner will featuring pairings with hand-selected and rare offerings from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. View the full menu here.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events in the QC:
‘Sunset at Metropolitan’ Fall Concert Series
Beginning Sept. 17
Metropolitan
It’s back! Make plans to jam out to live music each Thursday this Fall at the Metropolitan. ‘Sunset at Metropolitan’ opens up again Sept. 17 and runs through Oct. 8. Enjoy the beautiful cool weather, specials from Metropolitan restaurants and the sounds of your favorite hits. Here’s the line-up:
Sept. 17 – Dead 27s
Sept. 24 – The Gardiner Sisters
Oct. 1 – Simplified
Oct. 8 – Liquid Pleasure”
Jazz at the Bechtler
Friday, Sept. 4
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Tune in to the smooth sounds of the Ziad Jazz Quartet at September’s Jazz at the Bechtler concerts. The Quartet, joined by Grammy winning North Carolina School of the Arts grad Ashlin Parker on trumpet, will cover Miles Davis favorites including Four, When Lights Are Low, Half-Nelson and Tune-Up.
Queen City Conscious Market
Saturday, September 5
Heist Brewery
Celebrate local businesses that focus on giving back at the Queen City Conscious Market. The vendors will have good for purchase and shoppers will enjoy live music and food while soaking up the laid back and fun atmosphere of Heist Brewery.
