Love is in the air and we’ve got a week’s worth of ways to celebrate love and friendship in the Queen City! Stroll the streets around Uptown, enjoy a live performance, time travel back to the 60s or take a run for a good cause. Spend some time with the people and pets you love this week in the city that always loves us back.
A Week of Valentine’s Day Celebrations:
When it comes to showing your love, you can’t lose with chocolate. Get your love a Valentine’s Day treat from one of our local favorites.
Reservations are filling up fast for this weekend and Valentine’s Day. Check out our picks for a romantic night out in the Queen City.
More Ways to Celebrate This Week:
Wooden Robot’s Single AF Party
Brewers at 4001 Yancey’s My Bloody Valentine Murder Mystery
Karen Affection’s Valentines Bop at NoDa Brewing
Sycamore Brewing’s Hoppy Valentine’s Day
Lake Norman Valentine Brew Ha-Ha Tour
Divine Barrel Brewing NoDaHood Valentine’s Market
Petra’s 29th Annual Johnson Valentine Bash
On-Going:
Innovative 1970 with Charlotte Ballet
Now through February 26
Celebrate the year of the North Carolina Dance Theater’s debut and enjoy work from choreographers Rena Butler, Ja’Malik and Andrés Trezevant. Tickets are available now.
Lover’s Art Trail with Art Walks CLT
Take a walk around the wonderful neighborhoods that are home to Charlotte’s vibrant art community and grab a photo with your love. A map of all the murals is available on the website.
Thursday:
Galentine’s Day at Birkdale Village
Thursday, February 10, 5:00p – 8:00p
Gather your favorite gal’s and spend an evening strolling Birkdale Village. The first 100 ladies to check-in at The Grove will receive a special Valentine’s Day treat.
Friday:
The Beatles: Get Back – The Rooftop Concert on IMAX
February 11 – 13
Get up close and personal with The Beatles during their iconic 1969 rooftop concert, now a 60-minute IMAX feature. Tickets are available now.
Saturday:
Cupid’s Undie Run at The Union
Saturday, February 12, 12:00p – 4:00p
Join thousands of Undie Runners across the country and take to the streets and help end neurofibromatosis. If running isn’t your idea of a good time, there are plenty of volunteer opportunities available.
Free Valentine’s Portraits and Roses at the Confetti Hearts Mural in South End
Saturday, February 12, 12:00p – 1:00p
Show your love for South End with free portraits in front of the famed Confetti Hearts Mural. Check-in at the Design Center of the Carolinas.
Pose for Love to benefit Safe Alliance
Saturday, February 12, 12:30p – 3:30p
Smile with your sweetie and help victims of domestic violence get access to important monetary support and donated items. A professional photographer will be on-site to capture portraits with a Valentine’s themed backdrop & props.
In-Store Book Signing with Martha Brenner
Saturday, February 12, 11:00a – 1:00p
Chat with “Abe Lincoln’s Hat” author Martha Brenner about some of the lesser known quirks of our 16th President. The book is for readers ages 4 to 8.
Sunday:
Dog Days of Winter at USNWC
Sunday, February 13, 11:00a – 3:00p
Celebrate the beginning of the end of winter with your four-legged friends including a 5K race, doggy vendors, adoption events and more.
Galentine’s (or Palentine’s) Day at Rosie’s Wine Garden
Sunday, February 13, 12:00p – 3:00p
Grab your favorite gal/pal and head over to Rosie’s for an afternoon of mimosa’s, pizza and celebration of friendship.
Su-Paw Bowl at Skiptown CLT
Sunday, February 13, 11:00a – 8:00p
It’s game day at Skiptown CLT! Enjoy a full day of fun for you and your four legged friends including a few games, a Team Spirit Photo Contest and – of course – the big game on all TV’s.
Next Week:
What the Constitution Means to Me with Blumenthal Performing Arts
February 15 – February 20
Don’t miss this Pulitzer Prize finalist and Tony nominated production about the US Constitution and how it may affect the next generation. Tickets available now.
Black Violin with Blumenthal Performing Arts
Tuesday, February 15, 7:30p
Led by classically trained string players Wil B. and Kev Marcus, experience a unique blend of classical and hip-hop music meant to help overcome stereotypes and bring people of all backgrounds together. Tickets available now.
