Brrrr, it’s freezing outside! To help get through these last few days of January, we have a full lineup of events happening in the QC this weekend. Take advantage of sweet foodie deals as part of Charlotte Restaurant Week, celebrate the Lunar New Year, channel your inner southerner with a Low Country Boil, enjoy a film from the Charlotte Jewish Film Festival, ice skate for the last time this Winter at Birkdale Village, and more.
THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, JANUARY 23
KK Bloom Boutique’s Dot Sale
50%-90% OFF ALL Fall and winter styles for a limited time.
Reid’s Fine Foods Run Club
Thursday, January 23, 6p
Reid’s Fine Foods hosts a weekly run club every Thursday at 6 p.m. Meet at the upper deck of the Reid’s SouthPark location for 2, 3, or 4.5-mile runs that are open to all fitness levels.
Just Serendipity Live Music and Classic Cocktails at BAR ONE Lounge
Thursday, January 23, 7- 9p
Enjoy live covers of classic songs, from Carol King to Radio Head and everything in between, alongside classic cocktails at BAR ONE Lounge every other Thursday night.
Weekly Trivia at Pilot Brewing
Thursday, January 23, 7 – 9p
Join Pilot Brewing every Thursday from 7-9pm for Weekly Trivia hosted by Travis Gordon. A food truck will be on-site most nights to help you fuel up for your best trivia game.
Vitamin String Quartet
Thursday, January 23, 7:30p
Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. From Billie Eilish to Bjork, Maroon 5 to Nirvana, VSQ approaches their renditions with innovation and care, breathing new life into each.
Ian Lara at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s
January 23 – 25
Ian Lara, one of the hottest rising comics in New York City, will be taking the stage at the new Comedy Club at Duckworth’s in Uptown. Tickets to the show can be purchased here.
Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week
Friday, January 17 – Sunday, January 26
Enjoy the last few days of this bi-annual experience. Visit here for a list of participating restaurants.
THINGS TO DO THIS FRIDAY, JANUARY 24
Pearl Pagoda Warehouse Sale Friday Jan 24 & Saturday Jan 25, 10am – 5pm
Goodyear Arts Guest-Curated Show: What Are You Doing in My Dream?
Fridays 6 – 9p & Saturdays 1 – 4p through February 7th
Curated by Mat Duncan and Emily Furr, What Are You Doing in My Dream? features the work of nine innovative contemporary artists from across the US and revolves around the concept of time as a non-linear, mutable substance.
Common Market SouthEnd Comedy Open Mic
Friday, January 24, 7p
The Common Market SouthEnd Comedy Open Mic is hosted by Jacob Manlucu. Sign up is at 7:00 and showtime is at 7:30. There’s specials on draft and kitchen closes at 9:00 pm; there are also other snacks and cold sandwiches for sale. Follow IG: @manjacobcomedy for updates.
$10 Day Pass Friday + 1/2 Off Seasonal Cocktails at Skiptown
Friday, January 24
Every Friday, get the weekend started off on the right paw with $10 day passes. PLUS – all seasonal cocktails are 1/2 off all night long.
THINGS TO DO THIS SATURDAY, JANUARY 25
Society Social Factory Sample Sale 2025
Saturday, January 25, 9a – 1p
Society Social’s 2025 Sample Sale will be held at their Factory located at 101 McLin Creek Rd N, Conover, NC 28613. The sale will be on Saturday, January 25th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please note, this sale is in person only.
Lunar New Year at Resident Culture South End
Saturday, January 25
Head to this Lunar New Year celebration at Resident Culture in South End. All day long, the kitchen will serve a classic Chinese dish, Longevity Noodles, known for their symbolic representation of health and long life. Specialty cocktails that pay tribute to the rich traditions of Lunar New Year: Firecracker Fizz (Blood Orange Margarita) + Year of the Snake (Dirty Shirley) will also be available. At 9 p.m., there will be a Traditional Lion Dancing and Long Pole performance by Thundering Wave Martial Arts.
Babe and Butcher First Anniversary Party
Saturday, January 25, 11a – 7p
Come celebrate Babe and Butcher’s first birthday! There will be a golden carpet to walk, three grazing table giveaways, The Batchmaker cake with every purchase, free wine samples with every purchase from @somm_for_the_day. Every purchase gets a golden ticket and EVERYONE wins something. Plus, there will be giveaways of gift cards from local businesses we all know and love.
NoDa Brewing Co. X Topsail Steamer Brews & Boils
Saturday, January 25, 1 – 6p
NoDa Brewing Co. is partnering with Topsail Steamer for “Brews & Boils,” a mouthwatering feast featuring flavors of the Low Country. In addition to the signature Low Country Boil, the event offers fun for the whole family. Kids can enjoy a creative seashell painting activity, where they’ll turn shells into colorful keepsakes to take home. There will also be a variety of offerings from local vendors showcasing unique crafts, gifts, and treats.
Pickin’ on the Porch at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Saturday, January 25, 2 – 4p
Pickin’ on the Porch is BACK…winter style. This season, we’re leaning into the cold and encouraging visitors to “Beat the Winter Blues” through a fun-filled afternoon at the Trailhead Store. Expect bonfires, warm drinks, winter crafts, rotating musical artists, and more.
Room Service’s 2nd Annual Queer Icon Dance Party
Saturday, January 25, 9p – 12a
Strut up to Room Service’s 2nd Annual Queer Icon Dance Party. Celebrate the iconic David Bowie & Dolly Parton with a Lookalike Contest, Glitter and Glam station, Drag performance and one-night-only themed cocktails.
Charlotte Jewish Film Festival
January 25 – February 23
The CJFF launches on Saturday, Jan. 25, with the premiere of the much-anticipated comedy, “Bad Shabbos.” This laugh-out-loud yet touching film dives into the intersection of tradition and mayhem, offering a perfect blend of humor and cultural insight to kick off the festival.
THINGS TO DO THIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
Anne Springs Close Greenway Wedding Show
Sunday, January 6, 10a – 2p
The Anne Springs Close Greenway will host a Wedding Show to showcase the Greenway’s iconic venues on Sunday, January 26 from 10am to 2pm. Following the busy holiday engagement season, the Wedding Show is the perfect place to jump-start planning a dream wedding, with over 20 vendors in attendance to share ideas and promote their services. From florists to wedding planners, the Wedding Show at the Greenway is a must-attend event to help plan your perfect day. The Wedding Show will be held at Founders Dairy Barn at Dairy Barn Entrance at 288 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill, SC 29715.
Film Screening: ‘Trap Jazz’
Sunday, January 26, 2:30p
As part of the Black Notes Project music weekend, The Mint Museum Uptown will present a screening of the 2023 documentary “Trap Jazz,” which delves into the innovative fusion of trap music and jazz by Atlanta-based musicians Chris Moten, Cassius Jay, and Devon “Stixx” Taylor. Following the film, there will be a thought-provoking discussion with Atlanta Voice COO Richard Dunn and a featured artist from the Coined in the South exhibition to explore how traditional creative cultures are preserved and reimagined in contemporary contexts.
Reset & Refresh at Napa
All January join Napa for a special Reset & Refresh menu and exclusive Curious Elixir mocktails. Created in partnership with Novant Health. View the menu here.
Last Day of Birkdale on Ice
Sunday, January 26
This Sunday marks the last day for ice skating at Birkdale on Ice. Guests will need to book ice skating reservations in advance to ensure a skating time slot. Walk-ups are also welcome, but not guaranteed.
