Look no further, your guide of what to do and where to go this weekend in Charlotte is here, featuring a shrimp boil to kick off the Panthers’ preseason, whiskey dinner and plenty of other can’t miss events.
Maker’s Mark Dinner & Release of The Ballantyne’s Custom Bourbon Barrel
Friday, August 12
The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
Hosted by global Maker’s Mark Whiskey Ambassador Jane Conner, the dinner will feature a flavorful menu paired perfectly with bourbon samples of Maker’s Mark, Maker’s 46, The Ballantyne’s Custom Bourbon Barrel and Maker’s Mark Barrel Strength. Enjoy live music and learn more about the bourbon creation process. $85 per person. View full menu here. Truly indulge with their overnight package, which includes two admissions to the dinner as well as overnight accommodations, breakfast for two and a late checkout.
Oyster Shuck at Sycamore Brewing
Thursday, August 11
Sycamore Brewing
Nothing says summer like a cold brew and freshly shucked oysters. Enjoy a happy hour with both this Thursday at Syacmroe Brewing. Oysters will range in price from $1-$4, and as always, you’ll have your pick from Sycamore’s craft beers, champagnes and ciders. There will also be live music from the band Pluto for Planet.
Panthers Kick-off Party
Thursday, August 11
Flight
It’s hard to believe but football season is almost here again. Cheer on a new year and a new start for our home team at Flight, with a shrimp boil and the first Panthers preseason game. All you can eat shrimp is $15, and Flight will also be featuring beer and liquor specials.
Wicked Weed Tap Takeover
Thursday, August 11
Bulldog Beer & Wine – Dilworth
If Dilworth is more your scene, kickoff the preseason at Bulldog Beer and Wine, where they are tapping five of Wicked Weed’s best brews: Pernicious IPA, Watermelon Saison, Calimost, CoolCumber and surprise release. Wear your favorite Panthers gear to support the team as they take on the Ravens, and stick around during the game for a chance to win raffle prizes.
Newsies
Through Sunday, August 14
Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Bring the whole family or sneak away on a date night out to see Disney’s Newsies, a lively tale inspired by inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899 in New York City. Now through August 14. Get tickets here.
First Ward Friday
Friday, August 12
First Ward Park
Bring your picnic blankets and chairs to First Ward Park for the official weekend kick-off party. Enjoy live music from the Uptown Swagga Go-Go Band, vendors, food trucks and more.
Movies Under the Stars
Friday, August 12
Symphony Park
Movies Under the Stars is back this week with a free showing of Zootopia at Symphony Park. Kick off a fun evening out with live music from Mr. Nigel and Friends, along with family activities. Snacks will be available for purchase.
Pokemon Go Bar Crawl
Friday, August 12
Rooftop 210
Come catch ’em all at the bars around Uptown at Charlotte’s Pokemon Go Bar Crawl this weekend. Pokemon hunters will collect a “PokeCrawl Card” at each participating bar and try to catch the hidden Pokemon along the way. Good luck!
Mint to Move Cultural Dance Night
Friday, August 12
Mint Museum Uptown
Enjoy Afro-Cuban and Latin Sounds with “Hot Summer Salsa” and Line Dancing w/ DJ Pepito, Live Musicians and Live Painting; Free salsa dance lesson at 9 p.m.
Live Music at Corkbuzz
Saturday, August 13
Corkbuzz Restaurant and Wine Bar
Hang out on the patio between Corkbuzz and Dogwood in South Park with vino in hand as you enjoy live music from recording artist Carey Sims. Music played from 6-9 pm.
LoSo Block Party
Saturday, August 13
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
Join your LoSo neighbors for an old-fashioned summer block party. Sponsors Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, Great Wagon Road Distilling Company and Sugar Creek Brewing among others are bringing together food trucks and a day full of live music to benefit the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation and Pints for Prostates.
McColl Center Member Show and Openings Reception
Saturday, August 13
McColl Center for Art + Innovation
Peruse submissions from local artists and vote for the People’s Choice Award at this weekend’s McColl Center Member Show Opening Reception. Enjoy live music, a food trucks, beer and wine cash bar and live music from Benji Hughes. $5 suggested donation.
AvidXchange Music Factory Rock ‘N Run
Saturday, August 13
AvidXchange Music Factory
Lace up for a great community cause at the seventh annual 5K Rock ‘N Run/Walk. Enjoy a full day of fun and community with live music, vendors and giveaways. Proceeds will benefit Community Dream Builders, a local non-profit that provides assistance for low-income teens and residents in our area.
Festival X
Saturday, August 13
U.S. National Whitewater Center
Celebrate ten years of outdoor adventure at the U.S. National Whitewater Center this weekend. Start the day off with SUP Yoga, followed by a cornhole tournament and short bike challenge. Top off the day with live music.
Finders Keepers Market
Sunday, August 14
NoDa Brewing Company
Finders Keepers is bringing back your favorite handmade artisans, all in one place, for you to shop till you drop while sipping some NoDa brews. TIN Kitchen will be on-site to fuel you up for a day of shopping.
Cherishing the Craft
Monday, August 15
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
Dive deeper into the world of craft beer with an in-depth class led by Sugar Creek Brewing Company Certified Cicerones. Tickets include admission for one person, a flight of four 4 oz. beers, water and crackers for palate cleansing, as well as take home course materials for you to keep. Buy your tickets here.
Food Truck & Music in the Garden
Friday, August 26
Wing Haven Gardens
Plan ahead for a family-friendly summer evening of food trucks and music in the gardens. Wing Haven is hosting multiple area food trucks on-site, along with live music from Bobby Houck of the Blue Dogs. Food, popsicles, wine, beer and other beverages will be available for purchase. There are limited tickets, so claim your spot now!
