15 things to do in Charlotte this week: Wells Fargo Championship, Black Restaurant Week, drag brunch + more
Friday, April 28
Black Restaurant Week Carolinas
Location: Multiple
Cost: Varies
Support local Black-owned businesses during Black Restaurant Week Carolinas in Charlotte. The nationwide event features 20 local and regional favorites you can dine at, including Cuzzo’s Cuisine, Derita Dairy Bar, Hip Hop Smoothies and more. Treat yourself to special meals at participating restaurants from April 28-May 7.
Rewind, OR ELSE! Classic Horror Movie Series
Location: Camp North End, 300 Camp Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Kick off your weekend with a scare at Camp North End’s horror movie series. This Friday, “A Nightmare on Elm Street” will be on the big screen. There will also be movie concessions, themed cocktails, food, arcade games and more. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the movie will begin at 8 p.m..
Saturday, April 29
April Showers Celebrity Drag Brunch at The Artisan’s Palate
Location: 1218 E 36th St A, Charlotte, NC 28205
Time: 11:30 a.m.. and 2 p.m. seatings
Cost: $24.86 + food and drink
Go to brunch for a good cause at The Artisan’s Palate’s next drag brunch charity. Each month, the NoDa restaurant, bar and art gallery hosts these events to raise money for local organizations. Proceeds from this Saturday’s brunch will support Charlotte Street Art Collaborative. There are two showings you can check out — buy tickets online.
Four Baggers Cornhole Tournament
Location: Legion Brewing West Morehead, 2013 West Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28208
Time: Registration begins at 12 p.m. Tournament starts at 1 p.m.
Cost: $20
Put your cornhole skills to the test at the Four Baggers tournament at Legion Brewing West Moorehead. Anyone is welcome to play, and tickets can be purchased online.
Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival
Location: South End Station Parking Lot, 1435 South Tryon St Charlotte, NC 28203
Time: 1-5 p.m.
Cost: $17-42
Calling all cheese-lovers! Indulge in cheesy bites and drinks from local restaurants at the Charlotte Grilled Cheese Festival. There will also be live music, games and activities, and vendors too. There is still time to buy tickets online.
YMCA of Greater Charlotte Healthy Kids Day
Location: Multiple
Time: Varies per location
Cost: Free
Get outside and get moving with your family at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s annual Healthy Kids Day. Multiple YMCA locations throughout the community are hosting free events featuring a variety of family-friendly activities, games food and live music. You can go to the Brace Family YMCA’s Hemby Program Center’s event from 1-4 p.m, the Keith Family YMCA from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and the Stratford Richardson YMCA from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Sunday, April 30
Location: Downtown Davidson, 216 South Main St., Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 12-4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy the last of Davidson’s popular annual arts festival. The big event that kicks off on Saturday will spotlight over 50 local and visiting multimedia artists selling their creations.
Location: Ghostface Brewing, 215 S Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $45
Wrap up the weekend with a special tequila tasting event featuring five different drinks. Learn about and enjoy the difference of Blanco, Reposado, Mezcal and their distinct flavors. Tickets can be purchased online.
Location: The Duke Mansion, 400 Hermitage Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Cost: $45
Wrap up your weekend with an evening of live music and cocktails at the Duke Mansion. Enjoy a show from a local violinist, and order an individual charcuterie board for an additional price. Tickets are still available and can be bought online.
Monday, May 1
Treat yourself to a special steak dinner
Location: Multiple
Whether you’re balling on a budget or looking to splurge, there are several popular restaurants around Charlotte serving steak dinners on the menu. From $20 to $399, here’s CharlotteFive’s curated list of where you can visit for your next night out, including old favorites like Beef ‘N Bottle and newcomers such as Hestia and The Rare Butcher.
Tuesday, May 2
Location: Birkdale Village Plaza, 8712 Lindholm Dr #202, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Stretch out in the Birkdale Village Plaza for a free workout class led by YogaSix instructors. All levels are welcome. As part of the weekly workout series, you’ll receive access to a virtual punch card during your first class, and if you go to five Be Well Birkdale classes, you get a special prize.
Wednesday, May 3
Wednesday Night Live: Voces con Pablo
Location: Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Celebrate Latin American culture with a night of art, poetry and music at Mint Museum Uptown. You can enjoy performances by members of the Opera Carolina residency company and then explore through the museum galleries for free until 9 p.m.
Thursday, May 4
Location: Quail Hollow Club, 3700 Gleneagles Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Time: Varies
Cost: $50+
Head out to the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club. There will be events going on the entire first week of May, but the golf tournament runs May 4-7.
Watch “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” on Netflix
When: May 4
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free with Netflix ($6.99+/month)
Tune in to watch the Netflix spinoff of the popular drama “Bridgerton” that’s focused on Queen Charlotte, whom our city is named after. The prequel showcases her origin story and legacy, including her marriage to King George and the societal shift that follows.
Location: 21333 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: Free admission. Registration recommended.
Stop and smell the roses — while sipping a mocktail — at this pop-up event. Enjoy a floral drink from The Roaring Social while building a bouquet from Bentley’s Flower Truck. Plus, all guests will be entered into a drawing to win a free $25 bouquet and a four-pack of Mingle Mocktails to take home.
Mark your calendar
Location: Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC 28206
When: May 7 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $75- $150
Feast on your favorite barbecue bites at the Carolina BBQ Festival. The big event will be featuring pit masters from across the Southeast, plus live music, vendors and more.
Location: Spectrum Center
When: Sept. 22, 7 p.m.
Cost: Varies
World famous rapper Drake is coming to Charlotte for the upcoming It’s All a Blur tour with 21 Savage. General public tickets go on sale on April 28. The tour kicks off in Memphis, before wrapping its 54-date run in Toronto.
