Hey Charlotte friends! 👋🏾

Not going to lie… it’s way too easy to fall into the same routine every week. Same spots, same plans, same “I’ll go out next weekend.”

So I put this together to make it easy for you—real options, real experiences, and things actually worth leaving the house for. I hope this guide helps you find your next favorite place to eat, play, stay, or explore.

See you around the Queen City! 🤎

-Natalie Fofana

💌 P.S. Got an event or spot I should know about? Hit reply or DM me—I love sharing the gems!

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Charlotte in Bloom
📍 Where: The Union Station at West
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Charlotte Social Hour: ROOFTOP MIXER
📍 Where: Fahrenheit Rooftop
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

For Poetry Open Mic
📍 Where: The Conspiracy
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Sip N Soul Wednesdays
📍 Where: Members Only
Time: 7:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Lyrics & Love Wednesday Live Music Experience
📍 Where: Pinhouse
Time: 8:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Charlotte Community TechDay (Hosted by The City of Charlotte & PCF)
📍 Where: Johnson C Smith University
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Gartails: Cigars & Cocktail
📍 Where: Smooth Bar & Lounge
Time: 6:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Live Music Thursday
📍 Where: Marquee
Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Live Jazz: Mo' Better Thursdays
📍 Where: Great Wagon Rd.
Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

If you enjoy this newsletter and it’s helped you discover new spots or get out more, feel free to support it with a tip or donation. It’s always appreciated and helps me keep this going for the city.

-Natalie Fofana, Charlotte City Guide

Saturday, April 25, 2026

The Coffee Set: One Year Anniversary
📍 Where: Lottie’s Cafe
Time: 11:00am -2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

Black in Business Expo
📍 Where: Johnson C Smith University
Time: 11:00am -5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

The Rose Garden Brunch Experience
📍 Where: Skyline Terrace
Time: 12:00pm -3:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

DopeBrunch Day Party
📍 Where: Aura HiFI
Time: 12:00pm -6:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

Day Dream Day Party - The Queen City Edition
📍 Where: Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

R&B BINGO CHARLOTTE
📍 Where: Event Masterz
Time: 7:00pm-11:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

PIANO In The City: Afro-house Experience, EP.5
📍 Where: Hermanita
Time: 8:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

★★ ROOFTOP RENDEZVOUS ★★ w/DJ Ngenius
📍 Where: Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge
Time: 9:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

Sunday, April 26, 2026

The Best Brunch Day Party On Sundays at Lulabelles
📍 Where: Lulabelles
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

TASTE OF LAGOS | AN AFRICAN -CARIBBEAN BUFFET EVENT
📍 Where: Lagz
Time: 12:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

Marquee Brunch on Sunday
📍 Where: Marquee
Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

BEATS and BRUNCH: A Golden Era Hip-Hop Experience, Vol.1
📍 Where: Aura HiFi
Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here 

Yoga on the Rooftop
📍 Where: Harvey B Gantt
Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Mixed Feeling (A Tailored R&B Experience)
📍 Where: Babe Cave
Time: 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Creative Entrepreneurship Workshop: Branding & Networking
📍 Where: Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library
Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Jazz Classics with Paul Cornish
📍 Where: Harvey B Gantt
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Friends + Family CHARLOTTE
📍 Where: Puttery
Time: 4:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

aGOOD A** DAY PARTY
📍 Where: Hopfly Rooftop
Time: 4:00pm-8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

FOR THE PEOPLE
📍 Where: Indigo Tea & Coffee
Time: 4:00pm-9:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Live Music Charlotte - Stiletto & Martini Sunday
📍 Where: Marquee
Time: 5:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Busted Speakers • DJ SLINK
📍 Where: Auri HiFi
Time: 6:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Comedy Open Mic at The Royal Tot
📍 Where: Royal Tot
Time: 7:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here

Have an event coming up? Launching something new? Celebrating something special? We’d love to spotlight you in the newsletter! Whether it’s a business, product, or milestone—this is your time to shine in the Queen City. Reply to this email to let us know what you have cooking!

Until next time, keep exploring, stay connected, and I’ll see you around the city!

With love & Queen City vibes,
Natalie Fofana | Charlotte City Guide

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