Hey Charlotte friends! 👋🏾
Whether you’re new to Charlotte, visiting, or a local who loves discovering hidden gems, this week is all about getting out, supporting local, and enjoying the Queen City. Let’s get into it!
💌 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, December 17, 2025
Carolina Holiday Lights Spectacular-Nov. 28th-Dec. 30th- Get 10% discount Use Code “CCG10”
📍 Where: Ballantyne’s Backyard
⏰ Time: 5:30pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Charlotte Social Hour: Holiday Mixer
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Line Dance with FlyyJane and the Bruhz
📍 Where: 3301 Statesville Ave.
⏰ Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Maker's Mark New Release @ The Vintage
📍 Where: The Vintage
⏰ Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The Blueprint
📍 Where: Loyd Studios
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Release Therapy- Open Mic
📍 Where: Red@28
⏰ Time: 7:00pm Writer’s Workshop & 8:30pm Open Mic
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Bop Theory Jazz Jam
📍 Where: Eighty Eights
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Lyrics & Love Wednesday Live Music Experience
📍 Where: Pinhouse
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sip & Soul Wednesdays
📍 Where: Members Only
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic
📍 Where: Crown Station
⏰ Time: 8:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Charlotte Sports & Ent. Career Expo hosted by the Charlotte Hornets
📍 Where: Spectrum Center
⏰ Time: 12:30pm-4:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Business Klub Concord
📍 Where: 10073 Weddington Rd. Ext.
⏰ Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Mo Jazz Open Mic
📍 Where: Alchemy CoWorking
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Thirsty Thursday with DJ Rahm
📍 Where: Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish Uptown
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Gartails: Cigars & Cocktails on the Patio
📍 Where: Smooth Bar & Lounge
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The Creator Kickback: Featuring UN/MUTED w/Dr. Davita Galloway
📍 Where: DUPP&SWATT
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Spades & Games
📍 Where: Exit Lounge
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
MISTLETOE MINGLE-Holiday Dinner Party
📍 Where: Savu
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Live Jazz: Mo' Better Thursdays
📍 Where: 3701 N. Davidson
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Grown Folk Sh%t
📍 Where: Visions
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Free Yourself Karaoke & Open Mic
📍 Where: Zodiac
⏰ Time: 10:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Saturday, December 20, 2025
DANCEHALL 101: Christmas Jamaica Relief
📍 Where: VAPA Center
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The Perfume & Cologne Making Experience
📍 Where: The Brown Sugar Collab
⏰ Time: 3:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Social Saturdays @ Smooth
📍 Where: Smooth Bar & Lounge
⏰ Time: 5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Santa’s Holiday House Party: Ugly Sweater Edition
📍 Where: The Ebony Experience Gallery
⏰ Time: 6:00pm -11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Elegant Holiday Soirée
📍 Where: Event Masterz
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Saturday Night Live R&B Music
📍 Where: Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish Uptown
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Friday After Next - Live Stage Play & Showcase- CLT
📍 Where: 9013 Perimeter Woods
⏰ Time: 8:00pm -11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Mistletoe Mischief
📍 Where: Members Only
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
R&B Saturdays at The All New 24K Bistro & Lounge
📍 Where: 24K Bistro & Lounge
⏰ Time: 9:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Go-Go Christmas 2025
📍 Where: Sofie’s Steakhouse
⏰ Time: 9:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Tom-Tom's 7th Annual All Red Christmas Affair
📍 Where: Headliner’s Uptown
⏰ Time: 9:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
AfroPop! CLT, Vol.95: DETTY DEZEMBA!
📍 Where: Crown Station
⏰ Time: 9:30pm -2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The Almost Christmas Exclusive VIP Party
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 9:00pm-3:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
DEAR SANTA: The Greatest Holiday Party Ever
📍 Where: Harold’s
⏰ Time: 10:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sundown Saturday Sessions at Visions
📍 Where: Visions
⏰ Time: 10:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sunday, December 21, 2025
TASTE OF LAGOS | AN AFRICAN -CARIBBEAN BUFFET EVENT
📍 Where: Lagz
⏰ Time: 12:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The Best Brunch Day Party
📍 Where: Lulabelles
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Yoga on the Rooftop
📍 Where: Harvey B Gantt
⏰ Time: 12:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
CLT Loc Meet Up BLACK SANTA POP-UP SHOP
📍 Where: Dupp&SWAT
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Christmas Mini Sessions with The Grunch!
📍 Where: The Picture Project
⏰ Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sunday's AMAmixer Cigar & Cocktails
📍 Where: Havana Smoke and Reserve
⏰ Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Day Social! Latin and Afro-Caribbean Music (Kizomba lesson included)
📍 Where: Sip City Market
⏰ Time: 4:00pm-8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Busted Speakers 2 Year Anniversary
📍 Where: Aura 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
The V-Keyz Collective: My Gift to You - R&B Vibes and Holiday Cheer
📍 Where: The Jam Shak
⏰ 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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