Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | Jan. 10-16
Friday
Take a culinary adventure at the Unwind & Dine in Historic South End Tour. This three-hour tour will take you to six restaurants, each with food, wine and craft beer to sample, as you stroll through the South End neighborhood 4 p.m. $65.
Unwind after the work week with a free concert by Jazzy Trinity at Resident Culture. This Jazz trio was voted the Best Jazz Band of the Upstate by the Greenville News. 7 p.m. 2101 Central Ave. Free admission.
Check out the Opening Reception of Resident Residency: Tarmac, an exhibition showcasing the art of Charlotte artists Dammit Wesley, HNin Nie, Helms Jarrell, MyLoan Dinh, and Marlon Morrison, curated by Janelle Dunlap. 6 p.m. 721 North Tryon St. Free admission.
Saturday
Start your Saturday night at Middle C Jazz, where Jazz is Phish will play a jazz and funk tribute to the beloved psychedelic jam band. 7:15 p.m. 300 S. Brevard St. $32.
Enjoy an evening of tunes with the David Bromberg Quintet. Blues and Americana musician Bromberg played with greats such as Bob Dylan and George Harrison and is bringing his legendary musical style to Charlotte for one night only. 7:30 p.m. 130 N. Tryon St. Tickets start at $32.50.
Bring the whole family to experience the magic of Opera at Opera Xpress: The Ugly Duckling. Come early for family-friendly activities such as a scavenger hunt, craft stations and more. 3-4 p.m. 65 Union St. S., Concord. Free admission.
Start your resolution to get in shape with the Strip it to Give It 8k and 5k. Run through South End and pull off extra layers of clothes. Volunteers will pick them up, wash them and distribute to the homeless. 11 a.m. 2900 Griffin St. $30 in advance, $35 day of.
Sunday
Hear live renditions of Beethoven’s most famous concertos at Beethoven’s Emperor. 3 p.m. 430 S. Tryon St. Tickets start at $19.
Monday
Concert pianist Jonathan Dimmock’s Organ at Davidson is happening one night only in a special free performance. This concert will feature music from American composers, a brother-sister duet between Jonathan and his sister Jane Cain, and an opportunity to meet the pianist after the show. 7:30 p.m. 100 N. Main St., Davidson. Free admission.
Tuesday
Want to learn how to dance? Try a Free Latin Line Dance Class with the Charlotte Ballet. Try different dance styles such as Salsa, Merengue and Bachata in a fun class appropriate for all levels and ages. 6 p.m. 1000 Johnson Dr., Pineville. Free admission.
Wednesday
Meet hundreds of passionate young professionals and learn about how to get involved in community organizations making an impact in the Charlotte area at the 5th Annual Charlotte Young Professional Mixer. Each ticket includes a complementary drink. 6-8:30 p.m. 500 S. Tryon St. $15 in advance, $20 same day ticket.
Learn about some of your favorite beers at the Barrel-Aged Beer Learning session at Temple Talks & Tastings. Sample six barrel-aged beers as you learn about how they were made. 7 p.m. 2127 Ayrsley Town Blvd. $20.
Thursday
Celebrate the life of jazz great Billie Holiday at opening night of Lady Day at Emerson Bar and Grill. This play depicts one of the last performances that Holiday gave before her death while paying tribute to her life, experiences and contributions to American music history. 7:30 p.m. 2132 Radcliffe Ave. $28.