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!
Table of Contents
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
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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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