Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | Jan. 24-30
Friday
Bring your dog in their cutest costume to the Pups & Pints Pageant at Birdsong Brewing. Enter your dog in a pageant to compete for “best dressed” and “best trick” prizes, or just hang out and enjoy the show. 7-10 p.m. 1016 N. Davidson St. Free admission.
Start your weekend with an evening of dance, music and film at the Drawing Down the Moon Film Premiere. The night will start with a contemporary dance performance followed by a musical set by Dylan Gilbert before the film premieres at 8:30 p.m. Heist beers will be available for sale. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 1030 Woodward Ave. $10.
Hear your favorite 80’s hits reimagined by the Charlotte Symphony at the Totally ‘80s concert. Expect to hear hits from favorite artists such as Billy Joel, Rush and Michael Jackson. 7:30 p.m. 430 S. Tryon St. $34.
Saturday
Movie buffs won’t want to miss screenings of ”La Camarista” (The Chambermaid) as part of the Cinecasual Film Series. This internationally-acclaimed film tells the story of a lonely, introverted hotel maid and how she starts to connect to the hotel guests and people around her. Appropriate for ages 18 and up. 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. 3104 Eastway Dr. $5.
Take part in the 23rd annual Chinese New Year’s Festival at the Peaceful Dragon. Watch the traditional Lion and Dragon Dances, performances of Chinese music and dance, and experience traditions such as Kung Fu, Tai Chi, calligraphy, acupuncture and more. There will be interactive activities for kids. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 12610 Steele Creek Rd. $5 per family or free admission with donation of non-perishable food item for Loaves and Fishes.
Sunday
See a live performance from renowned ragtime pianist and storyteller Ethan Uslan at Free Range Brewing’s Four Days of Steinway. Admission includes a pour of Free Range Beer and a souvenir glass to take home. 4-6 p.m. 2320 N. Davidson St. $12 suggested donation.
Bundle up for an Oyster Roast at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Tickets include all you can eat steamed oysters, live music from LA Acoustics, and garden admission. 1-4 p.m. $50 for adult and $12 for children ages 12 and under.
Give in to your sugar cravings at Dessert for Breakfast at Catawba Brewing. Local bakeries and dessert shops will have a selection of treats, including vegan and gluten-free options, for a sweet start to your day. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 933 Louise Ave. Free admission.
Monday
Experience the Blues at An Evening with Corey Harris. Macarthur Fellowship awardee Harris’s music reflects his roots as a New Orleans street singer and influence from reggae, soul, rock and his experience living in West Africa. $12. 1919 Commonwealth Ave. 8 p.m.
Tuesday
Indulge in a four-course Winemaker Dinner with Andy Peay of organic and eco-friendly Peay Vineyards at Foxcroft Wine Dilworth. The dinner will feature six wine tastings and plenty of insight and stories about the wine and winemaking. 7 p.m. 1235 East Blvd. $75.
Wednesday
Complete puzzles to win prizes at Pints and Puzzles. Teams of up to five people at Brewers at 4001 Yancey can complete a 500 piece puzzle as quickly as possible. The first team to finish will win a $100 gift card. Pre-registration is required at the host stand. 7-10 p.m. 4001 Yancey Rd. Free admission.
Thursday
Put all that winter binge watching to good use at Disney + Trivia at NoDa Brewing. Free admission. 6-8:30 p.m. 2921 N. Tryon St. Free admission.
Expand your culinary palate at the Suffolk Punch January Beer Dinner. Executive Chef Eric Litaker and Brewer Brant Butler will prepare a five-course meal, each course paired with a different brew. 6:30 p.m. 2911 Griffith St. $65.
This story was originally published January 23, 2020 at 5:30 AM.