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Hey Charlotte friends! 👋🏾
February is all about love. Whether you’re single, in a relationship, or married, I love love and this is your reminder to show love to yourself too. Take yourself out, try something new, and enjoy this season in a way that feels good to you.
I hope this week’s guide gives you a reason to get out of the house, have some fun, and enjoy what Charlotte has to offer.
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, February 11, 2026
Wine Down Wednesday | SouthPark
📍 Where: Hyatt Centric
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
CSL Toastmasters Club Meeting
📍 Where: 1231 Elizabeth Ave
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The ReFIX Sessions, Vol. 15 @Hermanita
📍 Where: Hermanita
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sip & Soul Night - Wednesdays
📍 Where: Members Only
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-1:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Live Music Thursday at Marquee Charlotte
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 5:00pm-11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Coins Over Cocktails - Galentine's Edition
📍 Where: Spaces by Premier
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Da Art of Storytellin'
📍 Where: DUPP&SWAT
⏰ Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Valentine's Speed Dating
📍 Where: The MilliUp
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Poetry In Motion Competition February
📍 Where: Heist Brewery
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Live Jazz: Mo' Better Thursdays
📍 Where: 610 Anderson St. (Two locations)
⏰ Time: 8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Grown Folk Sh%t
📍 Where: Visions
⏰ Time: 8:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Saturday, February 14, 2026
LOVE LANGUAGES : A LOVERS & FRIENDS BRUNCH
📍 Where: Fumee
⏰ Time: 12:00pm -6:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Love Your Network- An Elevated Networking Event
📍 Where: Aura Hi-Fi
⏰ Time: 5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sensual Erotic XXXpression "The Sex Show" Charlotte Valentines Edition
📍 Where: Peace Pipe
⏰ Time: 6:00pm -10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sip & See @ the Gallery: Black History Month Edition
📍 Where: Real African Art Gallery
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
You ARE That Girl: Mind, Body, & Soul Experience
📍 Where: DUPP&SWATT
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
LOVERS AND FRIENDS
📍 Where: Event Masterz
⏰ Time: 7:00pm -11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Love & Basketball - Live Stage Play & Showcase
📍 Where: 7810 Tyner St.
⏰ Time: 8:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Lovers & Friends: After-Dinner Cocktail Social
📍 Where: The Vintage
⏰ Time: 9:00pm -11:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Heartbreak Hotel: Drizzy vs. Breezy Edition
📍 Where: Aura HiFi
⏰ Time: 10:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sundown Saturday Sessions at Visions
📍 Where: Visions
⏰ Time: 10:00pm-2:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Sunday, February 15, 2026
TASTE OF LAGOS | AN AFRICAN -CARIBBEAN BUFFET EVENT
📍 Where: Lagz
⏰ Time: 12:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Valentine Brunch Buffet – Valentine’s Weekend Edition
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Yoga on the Rooftop
📍 Where: Harvey B Gantt
⏰ Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Jerk Chicken N' Waffles Brunch: Sunday Fun-day (EP. 2)
📍 Where: Aura HiFi
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Valentine Brunch Buffet – Valentine’s Weekend Edition
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
The 10th Annual Fish Fry Day Party
📍 Where: TCB 5400
⏰ Time: 3:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Mo Jazz-Second Sunday- Saxxy Sundays
📍 Where: Harvey B Gantt
⏰ Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Galentine’s Flow + Tea Social
📍 Where: QC Fit Yoga
⏰ Time: 5:15pm-6:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
GYAL DEM SUGAR: GYALENTINE WINE - CARIBBEAN PARTY
📍 Where: Pinhouse
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Comedy Open Mic at The Royal Tot
📍 Where: Royal Tot
⏰ Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: Click Here
Live Music Charlotte - Stiletto & Martini Sunday
📍 Where: Marquee
⏰ Time: 5:00pm-12:00am
🎟️ 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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