Happy Leap Day! And welcome to March! There’s something refreshing about switching our calendars to a new month, especially when a new season lies ahead. While the city begins to bloom with color, events also begin to pick up as the QC prepares for a busy summer ahead. This week, channel your inner food critic by casting your vote for the best Hot Chicken in Charlotte, shop at the multiple pop-up markets, celebrate Anniversaries at Gilde Brewing and Charlotte Beer Garden, satisfy your sweet tooth at a Donut Festival, and much more.
THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Leap Thirsty Terrarium Thursday Workshop
Thursday, February 29,
In honor of Leap Day, build your own Leap Thirsty Terrarium with PlantHouse. The workshop includes an overview of air plant care and terrarium assembly, as well as all the air plants and decor to make a terrarium that is one-of-a-kind and ready to display. Choose between a 6″ or 8″ bubble ball terrarium at check out.
Trivia at Suffolk Punch SouthPark
Thursday, February 29, 7p
Mindless Minutia is hosting weekly trivia at Suffolk Punch SouthPark every Thursday starting at 7 p.m.
THINGS TO DO THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 1
South End Gallery Crawl
Friday, March 1, 6 – 9p
Stroll the streets of one of Charlotte’s artsiest neighborhoods and enjoy local art in all forms including galleries, murals and installations. Make a night of it with dinner or drinks at one of South End’s many restaurants and breweries.
Charlotte Edit Sale Pop-Up
Wednesday, February 28 – Sunday, March 3
The Edit Sale is here! Shop pre-loved designer clothing, bags, shoes, accessories, and more all weekend long at Camp North End. Visit their Instagram page for more information!
Maker’s Market Pop-Ups
March 1 – 3
Shop till you drop all weekend long at the various Maker’s Market Pop-Ups all around town! For event locations and times, see image above. This is a great chance to sip, shop and support local craftspeople and businesses while having a great time.
CLT Hot Chicken Week
March 1 – 10
Take a bite out of Charlotte’s Hot Chicken scene on this 10 day journey to find the best hot chicken sandwich in the QC. Participating restaurants including Dave’s Hot Chicken, Bossy Beulah’s, Vicious Biscuit, The Penguin, and more will offer their specialty hot chicken sandwiches at a fixed price (not including sides, tax, or gratuity). You’ll also get to cast your vote on who you think made the best Hot Chicken in town!
THINGS TO DO THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 2
Charlotte Beer Garden 4th Birthday Celebration
Sat, March 2 – Sun, March 3, 10am – 2am
Charlotte Beer Garden is turning four, and they want you to join them in celebrating. All three floors and four bars will be ready, with craft cocktails and 436 taps. There will be cold drinks and good food, a magician from 1 – 3 p.m., live music by the The Friends Band from 3 – 7 p.m., and samples and giveaways from local breweries.
Gilde Brewery Anniversary Party
Saturday, March 2, 11a – 11p
Celebrate two years of Gilde at their Anniversary Party happening this Saturday! Expect lots of Steinholding, keg tapping, mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, cold bier, delicious food, and much more. This event is free to attend.
The Notorious BRUNCH at Resident Culture Brewing
Saturday, March 2, 2 – 5p
If you’re a Biggie Fan or even a 90’s HipHop fan, you don’t want to miss out on this Notorious brunch. DJ Red will be running all your favorite Biggie Records and some RARE Cuts + 90’s NY HipHop and R&B. To stay on theme, there will be Biggie-themed Brunch and Cocktail specials that’ll feature T-Bone Steak, Cheese Eggs & Welch’s Grape.
Charlotte Indepence Fan Fest
Saturday, March 2, 2p
Charlotte soccer fans should head over for a family-friendly, fun-filled afternoon at the Independence home, American Legion Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the Jacks during a preseason friendly and get pumped for the start of the 2024 season. There will be bounce houses, yard games, face painting and more.
Jazz at the Garden featuring Greg Manning
Saturday, March 2, 6 – 8p
Head to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden for Jazz at the Garden featuring Pianist/Keyboardist Greg Manning. Greg will be joined on stage by Grammy-recognized guitarist Scott Marvill and Freeport Jazz Band. Jazz in the Garden will be held inside the Great Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $49/person and can be purchased here.
Charlotte Ballet DANCING WITH THE STARS
Saturday, March 2
At the Knight Theater, start times depend on your ticket/donation/vote$ amount. With this Gala, you ‘vote’ for your chosen dancers HERE and in doing so, purchase your $250 or $400 ticket. With a $400 ticket, your entry is at 6:30pm for cocktails, performance, after party and with a $250 ticket your entry is at 8pm for the performance and after party.
THINGS TO DO THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 3
The 4th Annual CLT Donut Festival
Sunday, March 3, 1 – 5p
Charlotte’s sweetest festival is back! Donuts are all the rave here, but there will also be other sweet treats from Charlotte’s favorite bakeries to enjoy. This year the event benefits SAVE A NUT “For Testicular Cancer Awareness” at www.SaveaNut.org. Come out for a donut or two, and stay for the music, lifestyle vendors, and goods from other local artisans and artists.
Dogs! A Science Tail Exhibition
Now through May 5
Dog lovers, this one’s for you. Experience first-hand how dogs smell, hear, and see the world around them at Dogs! A Science Tail Exhibition at the Discovery Place Museum. From archeology to veterinary science, this is your chance to explore a variety of disciplines and experience the world from a dog’s perspective through hands-on exhibits. Tickets can be purchased here.
Final Day of DO Portugal Circus
March 3, 2024
It’s the last day to experience the awe-inspiring magic of the Do Portugal Circus, a family event suitable for all ages that you truly do not want to miss. The show takes place at Route 29 Pavilion in Concord, NC. Tickets can be purchased here.
