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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2
69. 9% chance of thunderstorms.
Food & Drink
Free Candy Friday at Candy Warehouse: The first 100 kids will get a free lollipop, then you can stick around to shop the 6,000 candy choices in the store. 8 a.m. Free. Details.
Can Release at Salud Beer Shop: Birds Fly South Ale Project is releasing Apologize Less: 5 in special packaging. It’s a hazy, citrus-forward IPA. Noon to 3 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Small Batch Release at Red Clay Ciderworks: They’re releasing Pablano Escobar, a semi-sweet cider infused with tamarind, habanero and poblano peppers that brings the heat. 3-11 p.m. Free admission. Details.
First Can Release at Bold Missy Brewery: They’re releasing Rocket Ride IPA, inspired by women astronauts. It’s a traditional American-style IPA with roasted caramel malts. 4-10 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Food Truck Friday East at Resident Culture Brewing Company: The theme of the night is comfort food, so expect baked potatoes, buttery lobster and more from your favorite trucks. 5-11 p.m. Free. Details.
Food Truck Friday – South End at Sycamore Brewing: They’ll have eight trucks serving up dinner, two dessert carts, live music from Falconheart and craft beer and cider. 5 p.m. Free. Details.
Grand Opening Party at Que Onda Tacos University: They’re celebrating with live Latin music, $2 tacos, $3 draft beers, giveaways and more. 6-11 p.m. Free. Details.
20 wines for $20 at The Wine Vault: Help raise funds for Rescuedme by tasting 20 wines perfect for Thanksgiving. They’ll also have adoptable dogs and a raffle going on. 6-8 p.m. $20. Details.
High Branch 3rd Anniversary Pre Party at Salud Beer Shop: They’re celebrating their anniversary a week early with a tap takeover with their other local brewery friends. The pizza oven will be up and running to keep you fed. 6-10 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Pinot Noir Around the World at Corkbuzz Restaurant: Taste like a master sommelier, and enjoy classic examples from Burgundy, California, Oregon and beyond. 6:30-8 p.m. $65. Details.
Hands-on Mixology Class at Sweet Spot Studio CLT: Learn about the flavors of fall and some trends you will see this year in bars and restaurants such as lower ABV cocktails, smoked cocktails and savory flavor profiles. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $70. Details.
November Shabbat Social at Fountains Southend Apartments: Mingle over a Shabbat dinner buffet and an open bar with other young Jewish professionals. 7-9:30 p.m. $18 suggested donation. Details.
Arts & Entertainment
South End Gallery Crawl at Historic South End: See the best the neighborhood’s art galleries have to offer on this self-guided tour. 5-9 p.m. Free. Details.
Jazz at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: The Ziad Jazz Quartet, with guest tenor and Berklee College of Music graduate Danny Walsh, will perform LPs from the hard bop era. 6 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. $16. Details.
Young the Giant at The Fillmore Charlotte: See the American rock band perform live with special guest Lights. 7 p.m. $29. Details.
Mendelssohn Italian Symphony at Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts: Renowned conductor Roberto Abbado takes the stage to lead this program, anchored by Mendelssohn’s most popular symphony. 7:30 p.m. $19-$88. Details.
Bodied at VisArt Video: See a special screening of the film by Joseph Kahn that follows the story of a graduate student writing a thesis about competitive battle rap. 7:30 p.m. $4.45-$7.45. Details.
Hamilton at Blumenthal PAC: There’s still a limited amount of tickets for most performances of the hit Broadway musical. 8 p.m. $200+. Details.
Experience
Drive a Supercar at Charlotte Motor Speedway: Drive Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more on the prestigious track. By appointment $50+. Details.
Day of the Dead Celebration at Hot Taco: They’re celebrating with $3 Corona, corona light and sangria on special. 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Free. Details.
In-Store Signing at Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find: LIGHTS, a musician currently on tour with Young The Giant who also happens to be the creative talent behind Dynamite Comics title “SKIN & EARTH,” will be stopping by the store. Noon to 2 p.m. Free. Details.
Day of the Dead Feast & Fiesta at SouthBound: Celebrate the last day of Día de los Muertos with an authentic all-you-can-eat buffet with the Cochinita Pibil, live music from Latin band UltimaNota, drink specials and games. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $25. Details.
Table Top Tourney: What do you meme? at Thirsty Nomad Brewing: Come to play the funnier version of Cards Against Humanity and compete against other groups for prizes. 7-9 p.m. Free. Details.
Nickelodeon Presents Double Dare Live! at Ovens Auditorium: The messiest game show on TV is now the messiest game show on the road. All the Slime soaking, pie plastering, and booger busting will be hosted by the Double Dare legend himself Marc Summers. Bring the whole family to the show you loved as a child. You might even get chosen to compete to win by answering brain-bending trivia questions, complete messy physical stunts and even run the legendary obstacle course. 7:30 p.m. $30+. Details.
First Friday: BreakOn Em Davis at Loft & Cellar: Enjoy an evening of live music anchored by Master Drummer Ocie Davis and accompanied by an all-star group of musicians. 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $10-$15. Details.
Society First Friday at Secret Society Cigar Lounge: Enjoy classic music, refreshing cocktails, tasty dishes and a fine collection of cigars in an upscale setting. 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. Details.
Stop Light Party at Whisky River: It’s officially cuffing season so throw on a green shirt if you’re ready to mingle. If you’re taken, wear red, and wear yellow if it’s complicated. They’ll have glow sticks and Jello shots to go with your outfit of choice. 9-11 p.m. Free. Details.
Día De Los Muertos Birthday Bash at Bar Argon: Celebrate the traditional Mexican holiday, and the birthday of two of Charlotte Latin Pride’s board members, in one night. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10 for guests, $5 for members. Details.
Latin Fridays “Dia de los Muertos” Edition at Oak Room: They’re putting a Latin party spin on the traditional Mexican holiday. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Free. Details.
Learn Things
Creative Writing Session at Comic Girl Coffee: Grab your writing gear and ideas for your next project and join other creatives for an inspiring session. 6-9 p.m. Free. Details.
Christmas at the Library Job Fair at Billy Graham Library: Learn about the seasonal employment opportunities at the library this year with on-site applications and interviews. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Details.
Fitness
Health & Wellness Expo at Charlotte Convention Center: The expo is open to the public and will feature new official merchandise and 75-plus vendors ready to help you up your running game. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Free. Details.
A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race at USNWC: Break out your headlamp or flashlight and get ready for a 5k or 10k race along the trails, followed by s’mores, hot chocolate and beer. 7:15 p.m. $37-$42. Details.
Sports
AHL Hockey at Bojangles’ Coliseum: Cheer on the Checkers as they take on the Providence Bruins. 7 p.m. $18-$26. Details.
Team Meet and Greet at Lenny Boy Brewing Co.: Stop by for a beer or kombucha and wish the Charlotte Royals Rugby Club good luck against the Philadelphia Gryphons RFC. 8-10 p.m. Free. Details.
Do Good
Blue Jeans & Bow Ties at The Palmer Building: Join Autism Speaks for an evening of signature cocktails, exciting festivities, a Southern-inspired menu and a silent and live auction. 7-11 p.m. $125+. Details.
Shopping
Freemans Sporting Club Made-To-Measure Weekend at TABOR: It’s time for a closet upgrade. Pick from a curated selection of fabrics as a part of Freemans Sporting Club’s made-to-measure program. Offerings include sport coats, suits and an exclusive TABOR dinner jacket. Varies By Appointment. Details.
Designer Preview Trunk Show at New York Bride Charlotte: See Stella York’s fall 2019 collection and get 10 percent off any Stella York or Essense of Australia wedding dress. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Details.
Nebel’s Alley Night Market at 101 W. Worthington Ave. : This sophisticated, open-air market will feature 30 pop-up vendors selling vintage accessories, home décor, kombucha and more. Black and white movies projected on the brick walls, live jazz and a caricaturist will complete the vibe. 6-10 p.m. Free. Details.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3
63. Sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Food & Drink
Breakfast with Santa at The Peculiar Rabbit: Kick off the holiday season extra early with a pancake breakfast with Santa himself followed by pictures. Adults will get a beverage of choice and kids will get a craft to take home. 9 a.m. $20/child, $25/adult. Details.
Lenny Boy Q and Brew at Lenny Boy Brewing Co.: Enjoy local BBQ from The Hunter’s Wife, live music from Chuck Spencer, new beer and kombucha releases and on-site vendors. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Free. Details.
Cupcake Decorating at Derita Dairy Bar: Decorate cupcakes in fall themes with a variety of difficulty levels with A Cup Full: Cupcakes by Brittany, LLC. All ages. 11 a.m. to noon $5. Details.
Can Release at Resident Culture Brewing Company: They’re releasing Unhallowed Hazy IPA and Skull Pop Sour in cans, and they’ll have a limited amount on tap. Noon to 11 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Beer Release at Triple C Brewing Company: They’re releasing their popular winter ale, White Blaze, which is brewed with oats and cinnamon. Noon to 10 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Holiday Open House at Reid’s Fine Foods – Myers Park: Stop by to taste samples from more than 10 vendors to get inspired for the holiday season and learn more about the store’s holiday specials. Noon to 5 p.m. Free. Details.
Pizza Fur a Paws at Inizio Pizza Dilworth: Calling all animal lovers for a pizza and pups event, complete with a costume contest at 2 p.m. From every pizza sold, Inizio is donating $5 to the Charlotte SPCA, a volunteer-based organization to help fostered dogs find their forever homes. Noon to 3 p.m. Free. Details.
CBD Samples and Demos at Vigor Charlotte at Vigor Charlotte: Get Vigor’s high-quality CBD products demoed on you so you can make the purchase decision that fits you best. You will get to experience CBD pain cream, massage oil, healing balm and much more. Noon. Free. Details.
Glenfiddich Experimental Series Tasting at Dot Dot Dot Charlotte: Entry level to advanced, Scotch drinkers can come taste and try interesting cask finishes. 3-4:30 p.m. $45. Details.
Sausagefest 2018 at JJ’s Red Hots – Dilworth: Taste a variety of hot dogs, and wash it all down with 30-some beer samples from about a dozen breweries. Plus, enjoy some live music. 3-7 p.m. $25-$40. Details.
Arts & Entertainment
Charlotte City Ballet’s Prelude to the Holidays at Fullwood Theatre at Matthews Community Center: Kick off the holiday season with the 33-year-old Charlotte City Ballet Company’s annual performance of your Nutcracker favorites, along with original works from Artistic Directors Melissa Hale Coyle and Lisa Leone. After the performances, stick around for the Cupcake Cafe Meet & Greet with the dancers. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. $12. Details.
J Stage Presents Summer Night, With Unicorn at Levine JCC: The play won the National 2018 Jewish Playwriting Contest and is a magical realist tale set in Chicago. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $15. Details.
Hamilton at Blumenthal PAC: There’s still a limited amount of tickets for most performances of the hit Broadway musical. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. $200+. Details.
Resistance Revival Art Rally at FROCK Shop: See artists and speakers who are joined together turn the tides towards compassion and inclusivity. Entry to the show includes a raffle ticket and a beer. 4:30-9 p.m. $5. Details.
The 36th Annual Art Auction at The Light Factory: Bid on a wide range of established and emerging photographers in a fundraiser for The Light Factory. 6:30-10 p.m. $50. Details.
The 15th 15 Short Film Festival at Heist Brewery: See 25 award-winning short films from 20 countries at this international short film festival. 7 p.m. Free. Details.
Mendelssohn Italian Symphony at Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts: Renowned conductor Roberto Abbado takes the stage to lead this program, anchored by Mendelssohn’s most popular symphony. 7:30 p.m. $19-$88. Details.
Bodied at VisArt Video: See a special screening of the film by Joseph Kahn that follows the story of a graduate student writing a thesis about competitive battle rap. 7:30 p.m. $4.45-$7.45. Details.
2018 YAM Fall Ball: Mint Main Event at Mint Museum Uptown: Glam up in your best old Hollywood fashion and walk the red carpet, sashay past the paparazzi, get your name on the walk of fame and party for a purpose. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres and an open bar with all proceeds benefitting Young Affiliate and Mint Museum’s philanthropic goal of helping CMS students access the arts and free museum tours. 8-11:59 p.m. $80-$99. Details.
Tasha Cobbs Leonard at Mcglohon Theater at Spirit Square: See the contemporary gospel musician perform on her Revival Tour. 8 p.m. $25-$35. Details.
Ron White at Ovens Auditorium: See the stand-up comedian perform live. 8 p.m. $46. Details.
The Uptown Fancy Pants* Improv Show at Brooklyn Grace Events: The comedy show, held in a renovated church, will feature a full bar and monocles for the first 100 people. 8-10 p.m. $12. Details.
Rebel Son at Puckett’s: See the band perform on their last stop of the Kill the Ones Who Kill You tour. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cover at door. Details.
Experience
Drive a Supercar at Charlotte Motor Speedway: Drive Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more on the prestigious track. By appointment $50+. Details.
1st Annual Charlotte Makeup-Palooza Event at Charlotte Convention Center: Shop all the cosmetics brands you know and love for over 50 percent off. 8-9 a.m. Free. Details.
Marathon Cheer Station at 1731 The Plaza: Come with your best sign and an empty stomach to cheer on the runners while you relax with beer and barbecue. 9 a.m. Free. Details.
Ellie LeBlond Sosa at The Buttercup Gifts & Stationery: Ellie is the granddaughter of Barbara and George H. Bush and will be debuting her new book about the Queen City. Bruce Julian will be serving his famous bloody marys and shrimp and grits. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. Details.
5th Anniversary Party at Four Dogs Pet Supplies: They’ll have vendors, local beer and food, demos from dog-focused brands and more to celebrate. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Details.
Fall Festival at Steele Creek Martial Arts of Charlotte: Bring the family for special deals, prizes, a bounce house, vendors and more with proceeds donated to St. Judes and non-profit partnerships. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Details.
Turkish Festival at Extravaganza Depot Banquet: Experience and Turkish culture, heritage and cuisine through authentic food and coffee, fortune telling, live music and dance performances, cooking demos, a bazaar, children’s activities and more. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5. Details.
Ribbon Cutting for AARP Community Challenge Porch Swings at 923 Belmont Ave.: The city was awarded a $15,500 AARPCommunity Challenge grant to install porch-style swings for public use near bus stops in an effort to make communities livable for people of all ages. 11 a.m. Free. Details.
NoDaHood Market – FestiFall at Divine Barrel Brewing: Expect a huge vendor market, live music, pumpkin and face painting for the kids, food trucks, live barrel painting, a chili cook-off competition and more. Noon to 8 p.m. Free. Details.
Festival Día de Muertos & Festival Day of the Dead at Charlotte Open Air Market: They’re celebrating the traditional Mexican holiday with a festival and parade. Noon-11 p.m. Free. Details.
Thankful Fur a Home! at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Charlotte: Join Long Trails to Happy Tails Dog Rescue for alumni reunion photos, adoptable dogs and more to benefit the shelter. 2-6 p.m. Free. Details.
Charlotte Hornets Paint Event and Game at Spectrum Center: Paint the Charlotte skyline in the stadium, then stick around for behind-the-scenes and the game against the Cavaliers. 3-9 p.m. $60. Details.
Blacklight Party at Inner Peaks Climbing Center: Climb under the blacklights and enjoy craft beer, free food, games, prizes and more. Open to members and their guests. 6-9 p.m. Free. Details.
Food Truck and Movie Night at Cameron Wood Swim and Racquet Club: Bring the family and enjoy food trucks, fire pits and a family-friendly movie screening. 6-9 p.m. Free. Details.
2018 Geek Gala: Gears & Ghouls at NOAH’S Event Venue: Join other geeks for a steampunk-themed Halloween party complete with music, comedy, games, prizes and a Muggles Market. 7 p.m.-midnight $32. Details.
UFC 230 – Cormier VS Lewis at Slate Charlotte: Watch the fight while you enjoy plenty of drink specials. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. Details.
EATBRAIN LABEL TOUR at SERJ: Party through daylight savings with the State Of Mind duo all the way from Australia. 9 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. $20. Details.
R&B vs. Hip Hop at STATS Restaurant & Bar: Two DJs will battle it out with nonstop hits from both genres. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Details.
Cardi B at World Nightclub: She’ll be performing alongside DJ Trap, Micmanordj and DJ Cali. 21+ 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. $50-$120. Details.
Learn Things
Trailblazer’s Breakfast: Fabi Preslar at Cocotiv Coworking: Learn about the life, lessons, successes and failures of Fabi Preslar, owner and president of SPARK Publications. 9-11 a.m. $20. Details.
CPCC Open House at CPCC Central Campus (Worrell Building) – 1228 Elizabeth Ave.: Drop by CPCC’s Open House to learn more about academic programs, student life and support services. Check out over 50 information tables with college information sessions and guided campus tours plus Admission reps on-site to answer questions about the enrollment process, applications and financial aid. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Details.
EpicFest at ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center: EpicFest is a free literary festival that connects children, teens and families with books and authors through activities that encourage a love of reading. This year’s festival features award-winning authors and illustrators, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band and a YA author panel. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; YA Author Panel from 4-6:30 p.m Free. Details.
Intro to Rigid Heddle Weaving at Baskets of Yarn: Learn the basics of rigid heddle loom weaving from an experienced weaver by making a beautiful cowl. Weaving is such a relaxing craft, and the fabric can be used for clothing, accessories, decor, and so much more. This is the first session of a three-session class, so please be certain you can attend at least two of three sessions. 10 a.m. to noon $145. Details.
Family First Presented by Novant Health: Intro to Photography at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture: Learn about the art of photography and the groundbreaking impact of African-American photographers in a workshop with photographer Chris Charles. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5. Details.
Full STEAM Ahead at Carolinas Aviation Museum: Learn about the technology of drones with a Google Earth exploration activity. 11 a.m. to noon $5. Details.
Damon Suede at Fox & Hound: See the romance writing legend in person and join him for two workshops. 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $50. Details.
Homebuyer’s Seminar at Delivering the Carolinas Realty: Jumpstart on the path to homeownership and learn about everything from mortgages to down payments. Refreshments and door prizes provided. 1-4 p.m. Free. Details.
Charlotte 250: Mapping Old Mecklenburg at 3500 Shamrock Dr.: Celebrate Charlotte’s 250th birthday with the Historic Mapping Congress and learn about recent efforts to create an updated map of roads around colonial and revolutionary Mecklenburg County. 1:30-4 p.m. Free. Details.
Fitness
Charlotte Marathon at In and around Uptown Charlotte: The Novant Health Charlotte Marathon features five different races: the marathon, half marathon, marathon relay, 5K and kid’s 1-mile run. Runners experience the sights and sounds of some of the Queen City’s best streets, historic landmarks, sporting venues and neighborhoods. Expect entertainment along the course, major headliners at the finish line festival and five distance options. 7:30 a.m. $10-$225. Details.
Fitness Saturday at Northlake Mall: Get your heart pumping with high-energy exercise classes for every fitness level led by YMCA instructors. 10 a.m. Free. Details.
Fall In Love With Yoga Series at Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens: Take your knowledge and love of yoga to the next level and learn about how common poses affect your body, how often to practice and what flows connect with you. 10-11:30 a.m. $15. Details.
DOGA at Bijou 5: You and your dog will flow together and you’ll both leave feeling more relaxed and flexible. 10:15-11 a.m. $5. Details.
Glow Flow Yoga at Resident Culture Brewing Company: Celebrate Corepower’s new studio opening later this year with a flow in the black lights followed by a drink. Wear white and they’ll provide the glow sticks. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $8. Details.
Sports
AHL Hockey at Bojangles’ Coliseum: Cheer on the Checkers as they take on the Providence Bruins. 6 p.m. $18-$32. Details.
NBA Basketball at Spectrum Center: Cheer on the Hornets as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. 7 p.m. $15+. Details.
Kids
Grand Opening at PrincessMe Kids Spa & Parties: Come to get glitter tattoos and treats, meet your favorite princesses and see the space. The luxury kids spa is designed for girls parties ages 1-16. 1-5 p.m. Free. Details.
Do Good
Belk Charity Sale at Belk 4400 Sharon Road: Your ticket includes $5 off your total purchase and 70% off storewide. Proceeds benefit Hands for Holly Fund. 6-10 a.m. $5. Details.
Plaza Midwood Clean Up Days at Common Market: After grabbing some food/coffee and distributing supplies, you’ll set off throughout the neighborhood with fellow residents and merchants to clean up the streets. 9 a.m. Free. Details.
CLTs JOY Holiday Pop Up at The Peculiar Rabbit: Help raise money for the Robson family while enjoying a Dad’s den with football on six TVs and a visit from Santa himself. 11 a.m. Donation. Details.
Get Rowdy for Reading “Fun-raiser” at NoDa Brewing Company: Enjoy live music and activities for kids and adults to benefit Augustine Literacy Project-Charlotte, which offers free tutoring to struggling readers. 3-6 p.m. Free. Details.
March of Dimes Signature Chef’s Auction at Charlotte Marriott City Center: Taste your way through the evening, starting with savory dishes and ending with desserts while you bid in the auction. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $250. Details.
NEDA Walk at McAlpine Creek Greenway Park: Join other NEDA Warriors across the country who are raising awareness and funds to help end eating disorders. 9-11 a.m. Donation. Details.
Extra Life at Carolina Tabletop Games. Hosted by the Queen City Game Club, this annual 24-hour board game marathon helps raise money for Levine Children’s Hospital. Bring your own games or feel free to choose from the dozens they’ll have there. Noon to noon the next day. $15. Details.
Shopping
Freemans Sporting Club Made-To-Measure Weekend at TABOR: It’s time for a closet upgrade. Pick from a curated selection of fabrics as a part of Freemans Sporting Club’s made-to-measure program. Offerings include sport coats, suits and an exclusive TABOR dinner jacket. Varies By Appointment. Details.
Holiday Open House at BLACKLION: Preview the selection of holiday gifts and decor, meet Santa and enjoy light refreshments. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. Details.
2018 Muggles Market at NOAH’S Event Venue: Browse and buy from 50+ hand-picked vendors of in this “real life Etsy for geeks” market that celebrates all fandoms (not just Harry Potter). 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Details.
Inventory Reduction Event at Dress for Success Charlotte: Help them create space, help yourself to some new clothes, and help the community because 100 percent of the proceeds are donated. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Resale Clothing Traveling Trunk Show at Resident Culture Brewing Company: Shop a curated collection of thrifted brand-name clothes, most of which are priced at $8. There will also be giveaways, henna art and tarot readings. Noon to 8 p.m. Free, discount if you wear a tutu. Details.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4
64. Sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Food & Drink
Fall Brunch at Sycamore Brewing: TIN Kitchen will be serving up brunch, The Clydes and ScOOt Pittman will be performing and the cider, beer and frosé will be flowing. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Brunch Buffet at Catawba Brewing Company: Cheer on the Panthers while you enjoy an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet from Fresh Eats with live cooking action. Includes one 10oz White Zombie to wash it down. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $15. Details.
The Collective | Launch + Day Party at QC Social Lounge: The musical brunch will feature throwback music from the 80s and 90s in celebration of Yandrick Paraison’s birthday. They’ll also have a seasonal mimosa bar. Noon to 4 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Holiday Cooking Demonstration at Levine JCC: Learn how to make Thanksgiving side dishes with local and seasonal ingredients. Come for the samples and leave with the recipes. 3-4 p.m. Free. Details.
Football Tailgates and Watch Parties
Tailgates For A Cure at 1341S Mint St.: Join Guys with Ties for a fundraising event before the Panthers game. They’ll have food, giveaways and more. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donation. Details.
Panthers Watch Party at Caswell Station: Start the day with $2 mimosas and $4 bloody marys, then stick around and watch the game with more drink specials. 10 a.m.-12 a.m. Free. Details.
Keep Pounding, Keep Partying at Graham St. Pub & Patio: Every game day, they’ll have a DJ and a special menu including $5 Panthers shots. 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Free admission. Details.
Panthers vs Cincinnati Tailgate at 1401 South Mint St.: Come and get ready for the game or stick around and watch it on their TVs. They’ll also have a DJ and entry includes food and drinks. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $20, $50 family of 4. Details.
Football Sundays at Hoppin’: They have Sunday Ticket and RedZone for all of your viewing needs and will have the sound on for the Panthers. Plus, orange and cranberry juice for mimosas are complimentary. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free admission. Details.
Sunday Ticket at Brewers at 4001 Yancey: They’ve got 13 TV screens to show all the games. 1-10 p.m. Free. Details.
Football Game Watch at Lucky’s Bar and Arcade: Whether you’re a Panthers fan or a Detroit fan, come cheer on your time with their games on the 20 big screens. 1-11 p.m. Free. Details.
Carolina Panthers Game Watch at StrikeCity: Expect Panthers cocktails, drink specials and the game on 65-plus TVs. 1-5 p.m. Free. Details.
Arts & Entertainment
Hamilton at Blumenthal PAC: There’s still a limited amount of tickets for most performances of the hit Broadway musical. 1:30 p.m. $200+. Details.
J Stage Presents Summer Night, With Unicorn at Levine JCC: The play won the National 2018 Jewish Playwriting Contest and is a magical realist tale set in Chicago. 2 p.m. $15. Details.
Art of Reading Public Tour: The Invention of Wings at Mint Museum Randolph: Discuss Sue Monk Kidd’s novel The Invention of Wings, then see selected works of art that bring to life the historic events and social customs from the book. Pre-registration required. 2-3:30 p.m. Included in admission. Details.
WDAV’s Small Batch feat. Tesla Quartet at Free Range Brewing: Craft beer and classical music collide as the Tesla Quartet kicks of WDAV’s series of small batch concerts, presented by OrthoCarolina. Ticket includes the concert, a beer and a commemorative glass. 4-5:30 p.m. $12. Details.
Bodied at VisArt Video: See a special screening of the film by Joseph Kahn that follows the story of a graduate student writing a thesis about competitive battle rap. 7:30 p.m. $4.45-$7.45. Details.
Experience
Day of the Dead | Día de Muertos Festival at Levine Museum of the New South: Join the Latin American Coalition for a celebration of traditional Mexican holiday and that will feature altars, music and dance performances, traditional foods, sugar skull workshops and arts and crafts. Noon-6 p.m. Free. Details.
Peace & Love Party at Musa Moon: Relax with a guided meditation, foot soaks, healing stones, tea, journaling, essential oils and more. 2-4 p.m. $35-$75. Details.
Kyle at The Underground at the Fillmore Charlotte: See the musician perform on his Lightspeed World Tour. 8 p.m. $25-$75. Details.
Learn Things
Handmade Paper Workshop at C3 Lab: Join local artist Elizabeth Palmisano and learn to create handmade paper using upcycled fibers. Materials, refreshments and snacks provided. 1-4 p.m. $75. Details.
Behind the Scenes at Reedy Creek Park and Nature Center: Go behind the scenes in the exhibit hall and find out what they do to maintain the animal exhibits. 2-3 p.m. Free. Details.
Fitness
The 25th Hour at Orangetheory Fitness – South End: Use the extra hour from daylight savings to get a workout in. You’ve really got no excuses because they’re offering a free class followed by an open house. 2-4 p.m. Free. Details.
Sports
NFL Football at Bank of America Stadium: Cheer on the Panthers as they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 1 p.m. $80+. Details.
Do Good
Fall Fest ALS Family Fun Day at Recess Charlotte: Meet other ALS ambassadors, walk captains and supporters while you enjoy drink specials, a live DJ, food trucks and games. 1-6 p.m. $5. Details.
Shopping
Clothing Swap – Fall Edition at Petra’s: Bring a bag of clothes from your own closet that you’re ready to part with and then you’ll get to shop for “new” stuff brought by other shoppers. All leftover clothes will be donated to local charities. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Details.
Front Porch Sundays at 2151 Hawkins St: Come out for the market’s last installment of the season. As always, they’ll have local vendors, beer, coffee and food, music, crafts, a boot camp and more. Pet-friendly. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Details.
Karma Clothing Swap at Okra: Bring your gently used clothing and for every item you bring, you can swap it with another item. Leftover items will be donated to Promise Resource Network and Hope Haven. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Details.
Resale Clothing Traveling Trunk Show at Resident Culture Brewing Company: Shop a curated collection of thrifted brand-name clothes, most of which are priced at $8. There will also be giveaways, henna art and tarot readings. Noon-8 p.m. Free, discount if you wear a tutu. Details.
ON THE AGENDA
Charlotte Magazine Whiskey Bash: Charlotte Magazine’s annual Whiskey Bash is an incredible evening of whiskey tastings, food and live entertainment for whiskey connoisseurs and novices alike. November 9.
The Charlotte Auto Show: The 26th annual Charlotte Auto Show features more than six football fields of new cars, trucks, SUV’s crossovers, and much more. There is no better place to shop for a new vehicle, test the hottest new technology and compare all the makes and models under one roof, one right after another. Perfect for the automotive enthusiast and families.November 15-18.
Ranky Tanky: Native South Carolinians, Ranky Tanky (loosely translated as “Work It!” or “Get Funky!”) bring life to the soulful songs of Gullah culture, fusing them with elements of jazz, gospel, funk, and R&B. Gullah comes from the languages of West Africa and means “a people blessed by God.” From playful game songs to ecstatic shouts, from heartbreaking spirituals to delicate lullabies, the musical roots of Charleston, SC are “rank” and fertile ground from which these five contemporary artists are grateful to have grown. November 16.
See all the upcoming events here.
