Category: Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

One thing that we love about living in the Queen City is that there’s always something to do, and this weekend is no exception. Shop incredible sales at multiple spots this weekend, catch the Broadway hit MEAN GIRLS, participate in a delicious hot chocolate run, take portraits with your furry friend, smash a car at NoDa Brewing, taste flavors of the Bayou, and much more.

THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15

Circa Warehouse Sale
February 15 and 16
Save up to 80% off home accessories, decor, and indoor and outdoor furnishings. 
2/15 – 9-6
2/16 – 10-5
4303 South Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28209

Sail Again Consignment Sale and Tar Heel Kids Consignment Sale
February 14-18
Save money on clothes and items at these two consignment sales happening all weekend long. Both sales will be held at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord. More spring consignment sales can be found here.

Boem Warehouse Sale
February 15 & 16
Take 70-90% off clothing from all seasons, plus shoes, accessories, and jewelry. Clothing prices start at $10 with nothing over $50.

Mean Girls
February 13 – 18
MEAN GIRLS will be in Charlotte February 13 – 18, which means you can see the Queen Bees, The Plastics, Burn Books, Mathletes all again live from an award-winning team including our fave Tina Fey. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased here.

THINGS TO DO THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Mythos Reunion
Friday, February 16 9 pm
Black Box Theater 421 E Sugar Creek Rd

Charlotteans of a certain age will remember dancing the night away at Mythos, which pretty much counted for all Uptown nightlife at the time (90s to early 2000s). You can (try to, take an Advil) recreate those glory days with this reunion dance party with club founders and fave DJs at the Black Box Theater on Sugar Creek. Our take – it really is going to be epic.

Do Portugal Circus
February 16 – March 3
A Circus is coming to town! Do Portugal Circus is bringing us daring acrobatics, mesmerizing aerialists, beautiful dancers, jugglers, lovable clowns, and amazing death-defying human stunts like the Globe of Death all under a big tent in Concord. This event is suitable for all ages with tickets starting as low as $20, making it an affordable treat for all.

Be Kind, Rewind: 90s Movie Series! – Jerry Maguire
Friday, February 16, 7:30p
Grab your friends, BYO chair + a cozy blanket, and head to Camp North End for Be Kind, Rewind – their free 90’s movie series. This weekend, watch the classic Jerry Maguire inside the Ford Factory at 1774 Statesville Ave. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 7:30 p.m.

Onward Reserve Sidewalk Sale
Through February 20
It’s a great weekend to shop Onward Reserve’s Sidewalk Sale! Find great deals on their polos, pants, shorts, swim, tees and more in-store and on their Airstream outside.

Dancing With The Stars Live! 2024 Tour
Friday, February 16, 8p
Turn up the hear with Dancing With The Stars Live! This year’s all-new stage show will feature your favorite professional dancers from the hit television series performing glittering new numbers as well as some of the unbelievable showstoppers featured on TV.

THINGS TO DO THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17

2024 Hot Chocolate Run Charlotte
Saturday, February 17, 7:30a
Charlotte’s sweetest run is back! This 5K, 10K, and 15K is full of sweetness, not to mention the post-run party that’ll make you go cocoa crazy. Indulge in the sweetest reward when crossing the finish line – chocolate fondue, dippables, and hot chocolate. You will start and finish your run in the First Park District, only a block away from the Spectrum Center. Sign up now.

Dog Days of Winter Jog 5K & 1 Mile Walk
Saturday, February 17, 10a
Celebrate winter with your four-legged friends with a variety of activities ranging from a 5K trail race, adoption events, clinics, ice rink access, doggy vendors and more. This event is free to attend. Check out the schedule here.

Family Day at The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Saturday, February 17, 10a – 5p
Join the Bechtler and artist Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson for a free day of art, creativity, and all-ages family fun as they celebrate the opening of “Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson: Infinite Space, Sublime Horizons.” Enjoy artful conversations and activities with your family, such as weaving yarn. Be sure to pick up a family activity guide at the front desk and explore the entire museum.

End of Construction Bash at NoDa Brewing
Saturday, February 17, 12 – 10p
Construction is finally complete at Noda Brewing’s North End Taproom, which calls for a BIG celebration! Raise a glass to 50% draft beers all day, enjoy live music from Ashton Eller & The RnR Rodeo from 1:00-4:00 PM, and smash a car – because nothing says grand opening like smashing a car. Smash-A-Car will take place in our parking lot with all proceeds going to ISF Foundation. 

Valentine’s Pet Photo Shoot at NoDa Brewing Company North End Taproom
Saturday, February 17, 1 – 4p
Join Queen City Pet Photography for a Valentine’s Pet Photo Shoot. Tickets are $30 per photo session and you will receive 4-8 professionally taken and edited photos.

Queen City Comedy Festival
Saturday, February 17, 8p
Get ready to laugh your heart out at the Queen City Comedy Festival! Head to the iconic Ovens Auditorium for a star-studded comedy extravaganza featuring Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Bill Bellamy, and Tony Roberts. Don’t miss this hilarious lineup of comedy legends.

THINGS TO DO THIS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Red Seoul-O Cup 9th Anniversary Party at Seoul Food (South End)
Sunday, February 18, 11a
Come celebrate Seoul Food’s 9th Anniversary with tons of good food, drinks, games and music. This celebration is free to attend, so bring your friends!

Flavors of the Bayou: A Beer Dinner Celebration
Sunday, February 18, 6:30 – 9p
Celebrate Mardi Gras with some of the best chefs in QC and join Resident Culture for an incredible 6-course dinner plus beer pairing. Come hungry for all the Cajun and Creole fixings – we’re talking gumbo, crawfish, gator, maque choux, handpies, and oysters. Can’t forget King Cake-inspired desserts from Beyond Amazing Donuts. Dinner tickets can be purchased here.

Charlotte Jewish Film Festival
Through February 25
There’s still time to see films part of the Charlotte Jewish Film Festival. Individual tickets can be purchased for any remaining films now through February 25th. Tickets can be purchased here.

NEXT WEEK

Orin Swift Wine Dinner at Napa on Providence
Wednesday, February 21, 6:30p
2024 is upon us and that means an all-new slate of fantastic wine dinners. Join us the evening of Wednesday, February 21st at 6:30PM for the Orin Swift Wine Dinner. Chef Brian Farrell and acclaimed winery of Orin Swift are sure to provide a memorable evening of fine dining and a four-course guided tasting experience. $115++ per person

The Waterman Neighborhood Night
Feb. 21st from 5pm-close
Join The Waterman Fish Bar at either location for Neighborhood Night in support of nonprofit organizations. From 5pm to close, 20% of sales will be donated to the featured group/charity. February’s non-profits:

• South End featured group: Rivergate Elementary School
• Lake Norman featured nonprofit: Angels & Sparrows: their mission is to empower families to reach their potential by providing access to food security and educational opportunities that lead to a fresh start.

By Cameron Lee 

February 14, 2024

North Carolina’s own Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rhiannon Giddens is featured on Beyoncé’s new single, “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM.” The Greensboro native and MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” recipient (2017), revealed the news through social media.

“I woke up yesterday morning to new music from Beyoncé, featuring none other than my banjo and viola playing throughout. On the heels of her Super Bowl commercial album announcement, her single “Texas Hold ‘Em” is the first off her new country record, #actii.” 

Giddens, who is an advocate of music education and the teaching of history behind instruments such as the banjo, expressed her elation of a global superstar such as Beyoncé, featuring the instrument on the track. 

“I used to say many times, as soon as Beyoncé puts the banjo on a track, my job is done. Well, I didn’t expect the banjo to be mine, and I know darn well my job isn’t done, but today is a pretty good day,” she wrote. 

Giddens started her music career in 2005 after meeting instrumentalists Dom Flemons and Súle Greg Wilson at the Black Banjo Then and Now Gathering, in Boone, North Carolina. The trio started a string band called Sankofa Strings, which translates to “retrieve” or “go back and get it” in the Twi language (spoken in southern and central Ghana). Giddens and Flemons went on to form Carolina Chocolate Drops shortly after with fiddle player Justin Robinson. The old-time band consisted of all members singing and playing instruments such as the banjo, fiddle, guitar, harmonica, bones, jug, and kazoo– heavily influenced and mentored by legendary North Carolina fiddle player, Joe Thompson. 

Carolina Chocolate Drops went on to win the Grammy Award for Best Traditional Folk Album for their 2010 release, Genuine Negro Jig, and Giddens has released five albums throughout her decorated solo career, winning another Grammy (Best Folk Album) in 2022 for her collaborative project with Italian multi-instrumentalist, Francesco Turrisi. Giddens’ latest release, You’re The One, finds the multi-talented artist tapping more into her rock, blues, gospel, and Cajun music influences, featuring Americana star Jason Isbell on the track, “Yet to Be.” 

Giddens was also a member of the rock supergroup, The New Basement Tapes, which featured Jim James (My Morning Jacket), Elvis Costello, Taylor Goldsmith (Dawes), and Marcus Mumford (Mumford & Sons). The group released an album in 2014 (Lost on the River: The New Basement Tapes) produced by the legendary T Bone Burnett, which consisted of a series of tracks based on lyrics handwritten by Bob Dylan in 1967. 

In 2023, Giddens won the Pulitzer Prize for Omar, an opera loosely based on the life of Omar ibn Said, who wrote the only documented memoir by a slave in America in Arabic, A Muslim American Slave: The Life of Omar ibn Said, in 1831. Giddens wrote the libretto and composed the music alongside Michael Abels, who is best known for scoring Jordan Peele films Get Out, Us, and Nope. 

Giddens has also published two children’s books based on the lyrics to her songs “Build A House” and “We Could Fly.”

While many may be discovering Giddens nationally through her instrumental feature on Beyoncé’s “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM,” from the pop star’s forthcoming album (set to be released on March 29), Giddens has long been a North Carolina treasure. 

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Love actually is all around in Charlotte

In advance of Valentine’s Day, we prompted readers:

“Did you and your sweetheart meet in Charlotte? Tell us where/how.”

We thought the answers might provide an informed map of where to look for love; offer some nostalgia for Charlotte establishments of the past; or maybe inspire a sense of hope in those looking for love. Turns out, your responses did all three.

Here is a sampling:

“We met in the men’s bathroom @petrasbarone night. The women’s line was too long and I couldn’t wait any longer. No one was in the men’s so I turned to the group of people next to me and let them know what I was about to do so if any men did try to come in, I would be out soon. They said okay. So I went into the bathroom, locked the door, chose to use the stall instead of the urinal (duh), andddddd he was in the stall. Peeing. Andddd I reached out and tapped him on the shoulder (immediate regret lol) and then fumbled my way back to the women’s line (but not before he came out and found me with a huge smile). Been together ever since.” ❤️

“Freedom Park. Married with 2 kids now.” ❤️

“We met coaching volleyball at a CLT HS – just so happened to share the gym at the same time. She taught me nearly everything about a sport I knew little about. She took me on our first date to a @hornets game in 2016 but pretends she didn’t know it was a date.” ❤️

“Married a Charlotte native who took me to Lang Van on our first blind date. Feb 6, 2000. So that’s the date we celebrate the spirit of Valentine’s Day.”❤️

“I met my husband at O’Neils in uptown Charlotte at a Belly Up To The Bar happy hour. We have been married for 37 years!!” ❤️

“New Year’s Eve at Amos’ 22 years ago! Band was Jupiter Coyote.” ❤️

“Bennys Pizza on a not-so-special Monday night! The date went so well we went to solstice and jack beagles because we didn’t want it to end. Married 3 years now with a baby on the way and we still go to Bennys every year to celebrate.” ❤️

“2009 Rich And Bennett’s St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl! ….. at Suite to be exact!” ❤️

“Meet at Amos’ Southend on St. Patrick’s Day 2001 seeing The Breakfast Club – been together ever since. This fall we will be married for 20 years.” ❤️

“At a habitat for humanity build in 1994. 27 years and 3 kids later.” ❤️

“We met in 2021 through mutual friends at the OG Sycamore (not a setup) and my jaw immediately dropped when he walked over and sat at our table. We both lived in South End and found out our balconies faced each other across the rail trail…hello Romeo and Juliet. I’d randomly throw some signals and a few months later he asked me out. Fast forward a few years and we just got married in December.” ❤️

“First date was at Open Kitchen! My husbands parents also had their first date there!” ❤️

“We met in 7th grade at Providence Day and “went out” for over a year. I switched schools in high school and we went our separate ways. Met again at Seaboard in Matthews – Dec 2016. We got married during the pandemic in Oct 2020.” ❤️

“We met online and our first date was at P Stone (used to be on corner of 7th and Caswell). Both of us from Charlotte and grew up not far from each other. Turns out he knew my brother and met my parents forty years ago. Been together 12 years now and engaged. It’s never too late to find your true love.” ❤️

“My summer job as a bank teller at (then) NationsBank in Myers Park while I was home from college. We chatted, I had my name plate up, he looked me up in the phone book and called me that night. This will be 30 years of marriage.” ❤️

What: Charlotte Hornets (12-41) (7-21 home) vs Atlanta Hawks (24-30) (11-15 away)

When: 7:00pm Eastern

Where: Spectrum Center; Charlotte, NC

How to watch: Bally Sports Southeast, NBA League Pass

Outfitting: Hornets–Statement (purple), Hawks–Association (white)

Game Lines: Hornets +6.5, O/U 237.5

Injuries:
Hornets: LaMelo Ball-out (ankle), Mark Williams-out (back)

Hawks: Clint Capela-out (groin), Onyeka Okongwu-out (toe), Mouhamed Gueye-out (back), Wesley Matthews-out (illness)

It’s no coincidence that the Hawks and the Hornets (aka the Birds and the Bees) are playing on Valentine’s Day. Romance is in the air.

The Hornets will be looking for their longest win streak of the season, a whopping three games. They’ve won their previous two by nine points each, which is a larger margin of victory than any win the team had prior. The new players that were picked up at the trade deadline are working out pretty well.

The Hawks took the opposite approach to the trade deadline. Despite rumors swirling around guard Dejounte Murray in the weeks leading up to the deadline, the Hawks elected to stand pat. They completed exactly zero transactions in the days leading up to and following the deadline. They’re riding this thing out as the current ten seed in the East. Though it sounds like a major overhaul is coming this offseason.

For the here and now, the Hornets are in a slightly better run of form. They forced a players only meeting out of the Pacers with their win on Friday. The Hawks have won two out of three but lost to the Bulls in their most recent outing and have now lost another player to injury.

The Hawks barely have a center right now. Top two centers Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu have both been ruled out for this game while rookie Mouhamed Gueye has missed most of the season with a back injury. That leaves one Bruno Fernando as the only healthy center on the roster. Jalen Johnson (who’s probably a dark horse for most improved player this season) seems like the most likely bet to fill in the backup minutes at the five.

The key for the Hornets will be to replicate the success they had in the paint against the Pacers. They made 28-of-38 shot attempts inside the paint (73.4%). Without much rim protection on the other side, the Hornets have every chance to meet or exceed that efficiency around the basket. That’s especially true if they can get the very foul prone Bruno Fernando into foul trouble early in the game.

The Hornets get a whole week off after tonight. They’ll be trying to enter the all star break on the highest of notes.

Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is taking place on February 25, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m., at The Barrel Room at Triple C Brewing, 2932 Griffith Street, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Tickets are $5, but if you use the promo code COTC tickets are FREE. Reserve your tickets here.

This event is a must-attend for anyone planning a wedding! You’ll have a chance to meet the best wedding vendors in Charlotte, all at the same place.

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Upcoming Events in the Charlotte area

Check out our full events calendar, where you can enter any date, or look at the events for the next few days here:

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We posted an article on this topic last Fall and it was very, very popular, so we’re back at it for Spring (sorry just a couple of weeks late for a few but make your notes for next year). Tickets and more info at the links for each of these fabulous local events. Even if you cannot go, consider donating to one of more of these worthy causes. And most importantly, start planning your outfits now.

[ UGH WE’RE TOO LATE for Dancing with The Stars of Charlotte – Friday, Feb 2, the Greater Charlotte HEART BALL and The Ballantyne Ball – Saturday, Feb 10. Take note for next year! ]

CF Fashion Breaths Life Gala – Saturday, Feb 24

Starts at 6 pm at The Revelry. Attire is Cocktail Couture – You’ll see everything from tuxedos, to slacks and jackets…ball gowns to cocktail dresses and everything in between, so have fun with it.

• 6:00-7:30p – Cocktail Hour & Dinner Stations, Silent Auction Bidding & Kristin Hayes Jewelry Pull
• 7:45 – Icon Fashion Show, Live Auction and Special Guest Bid for a Cure Speakers
• 9:00 – Live Music from Southside Watt & Late Night Snacks After Party

Tickets SOLD OUT ONLINE: $350 pp. Need to contact Rachel Staton for info at rstaton@cff.org.

Mint Museum Auxiliary WINTER WONDERMINT Party – Saturday, Feb 24

7-11 pm at The New Collector’s Room at 2122 Freedom Drive, Suite D. The dress code is ANYTHING GOES, from denim to sequins, but of course we highly recommend you jump on the #MOBWIFE instagram Trend. Whether you are a member of the Mint Museum Auxiliary, are considering becoming a member, are a supporter of the Mint Museum, or are just a supporter of getting dressed up and going to a party, this is always a fabulous event and this year will be no exception.

Tickets Here: $175 pp

The Gift of Adoption Gala – Saturday, Feb 24

Starts at 6:00 PM at Carmel Country Club, this Gala provides grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable situations  – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised will help unite children with their forever families across the Carolinas.

Tickets Here: $150pp (very few left)

Heartest Yard unGala – Monday, February 26

Enjoy an evening with Greg Olsen and friends at Charlotte’s hottest restaurant, Steak 48. Guests can enjoy a delicious dinner, cocktails, raffles and silent auction with friends and family – as well as a few special celebrity guests – all coming together for a great cause.

Click here to inquire about tickets or sponsorships

The Wish Ball – Friday, March 1

With a 6 pm start at The Revelry, the Wish Ball will include. TICKETS SOLD OUT, not available to the public.

• Silent and live auctions
• Raffle and Wine Pull
• Seated dinner and dancing

Charlotte Ballet DANCING WITH THE STARS – Saturday, March 2

At the Knight Theater, start times depend on your ticket/donation/vote$ amount. With this Gala, you ‘vote’ for your chosen dancers HERE and in doing so, purchase your $250 or $400 ticket. With a $400 ticket, your entry is at 6:30pm for cocktails, performance, after party and with a $250 ticket your entry is at 8pm for the performance and after party.

2024 Green Gala for Anne Springs Close Greenway – SOLD OUT (Saturday, March 2)

Hopestrong Gala for Autism Strong – Saturday, March 9

A Blue-Tie Gala CELEBRATING AUTISM AS WELL AS: DINNER | WINE, BEER & SPECIALTY COCKTAILS | SILENT AUCTION | LIVE AUCTION | RAFFLE | STRONG MAN & STRONG WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS | KIDS IN AMERICA 80’S COVER BAND AND DANCING.

Tickets $225 pp or $400 per couple HERE.

A Speakeasy Soiree for ISF – Friday, March 22

6:30 – 11 p.m. at The Revelry North End |  701 Keswick Avenue ~ The gala will feature a swanky 1920s-style evening with music, mingling, a live auction, exclusive updates from the pediatric cancer medical experts, plus a secret announcement from executive director, Erin Santos – all in an effort to support transformational outcomes for rare pediatric cancer patients. 

TICKETS HERE: $200pp

LAWA Gala for Education – Saturday, March 23

6:00 pm – MIDNIGHT at the UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center at 9041 Robert D. Snyder Rd. Funds will be used to continue LAWA’s mission to advance the education and quality of life of Latinos in the Charlotte Region through scholarships, workshops, and mentoring program. 

Tickets HERE for $150pp

Allegro Foundation Ambassador Ball – Saturday, March 23

The 14th Annual Ambassador’s Ball is Honoring Her Excellency, Petra Schneebauer, Ambassador of Austria to the United States, Hosted by Mr. Felix Sabates and Benefits the Allegro Foundation … a Champion for Children with Disabilities. More info on the event and tickets to follow.

Levnines Children’s Gala – Saturday, April 6

The 10th Annual Levine Children’s Gala will be held at “The Stadium” in Uptown Charlotte. The annual black tie fundraiser for Atrium Health Levine Children’s will be a night to remember, featuring celebrity guests, musical performances, an exclusive VIP reception, unique food selections, a live auction, and after party.  Event Schedule:

• Exclusive VIP Reception      5:30 PM
• Reception                               7:00 PM
• Program and Dinner                 7:30 PM
• Special Entertainment          9:00 PM

Tickets HERE at $1000 pp (not a typo 🙂 ) VIP tix $1875pp

Bechtler Fire & Ice Gala – Friday, April 19

Join the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and Gala hosts Liz Hilliard and Lee Kennelly for this year’s Bechtler Gala, “Fire + Ice.” This beautifully eclectic evening features entertainment, dancing, pop-up experiences, hors d’oeuvres, and surprises throughout the evening that will keep you expecting the unexpected.  “Fire + Ice” is inspired by Icelandic artist Hildur ÁsgeirsdóttirJónsson, whose work will be featured in the upcoming exhibition Infinite Space, Sublime Horizons. Gala proceeds support the ongoing exhibition and education programs at the Bechtler.

Tickets Here: $600 pp

JDRF Hope Gala – Saturday, April 20

Starts at 6 pm at The Revelry. More deets to follow.

Tickets HERE: $300 pp

Clothes for Change Biennial Gala at the Mint Randolph – Sunday, April 21

Clothes for Change Biennial Spring Gala is a signature Clothes for Change black tie event that aims to raise money and awareness to support women’s empowerment initiatives. The funds raised at this year’s gala will go towards the Clothes for Change Women of Vision Scholarship, a fund that provides tuition to low-income, high-achieving female seniors at Myers Park High School the opportunity to further their education at college. The evening will feature a catered dinner, a silent auction, student performers, and keynote speaker Molly Grantham of WBTV. 

Tickets HERE

18th Annual Rhapsody in Red Charity Ball for American Red Cross – Saturday, May 4

New Venue Alert!! This year’s event will be at The Ballantyne Hotel at 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy. This event is black tie optional, so dress up in your finest and celebrate with the American Red Cross. There will be a plated dinner, beer and wine, as well as our live and silent auctions. The Extraordinaires will return this year to keep you entertained and dancing the night away.

Tickets HERE: $150pp

2024 Memory Gala Alzheimer’s Association – Saturday, May 18

6-11 pm at the Westin. Join other influential community and business leaders and enjoy a wonderful event to celebrate the lives of loved ones impacted by dementia and raise funds to underwrite the Alzheimer’s Association’s support, education, advocacy and research initiatives.  You will enjoy an elegant, black-tie optional evening at uptown’s The Westin Charlotte that features a welcome reception, seated dinner, powerful mission moments, auction, as well as, dancing and live entertainment.

Tickets Here: $500pp

If we missed your favorite Spring Gala, please drop us a line with the info AND link(s) HERE.

Not that we ever need an excuse to drink a margarita, but if we did, National Margarita Day would be the perfect one. Whether you’re going out or making this delicious drink at home, we’ve got you covered so you can celebrate properly this February 22nd.

Pear & Cilantro Margarita at Link & Pin
Multiple Locations

Caramelized pear juice works perfectly with Reposado Tequila and Grand Marnier, while the herbal cilantro tones are a great balance to the sea salt and orange zest foam in this margarita. If you’d rather go classic, you can’t go wrong with the Link & Pin margarita either, where slight citrus sour gives way to sweet, salty and floral in an adaptation of one of the all-time favorites.

Fresona at La Capital
1910 South Blvd

This trendy Mexican restaurant in South End has lots of different margaritas to choose from, and they’re all incredible. If you like a sweeter margarita, you have to try the Fresona, made with strawberry, triple sec, fresh lime juice and Mi Campo Reposado.

Riptide ‘Rita at The Waterman
2729 South Blvd Suite D

Get the perfect blend of sweet and salty with the Riptide ‘Rita, made with Teremana Blanco Tequila, Hpnotiq, Cointreau, lime, agave, and a sea salt and sugar rim. If spicy is more your thing, try the Deck Hand, made with Lunazul Tequila, Licor 43, grapefruit, agave, and jalapeño.

Casa Margarita at Taco Boy
3700 South Blvd Unit 100

National Margarita Day is the perfect reason to head down to LoSo and try out the brand new Mexican restaurant Taco Boy! You simply can’t go wrong with the classic “Casa” margarita, made with tequila blanco, triple sec, fresh lime and orange juices, splash simple, and salt.

Dockside Margarita at Drift
315-M Lanyard Ln, Belmont

Sip the perfectly named Dockside Margarita with a view of Lake Wylie at Drift. This tasty margarita features exotico reposado tequila, pama pomegranate, lime juice, pomegranate juice and agave. It’s light, refreshing, and the perfect amount of boozy.

Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita at Mal Pan
4625 Piedmont Row Dr 115 D

Spicy margarita lovers rejoice with the Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita at Mal Pan! Made with Lunazul tequila, Patron Citronge, cucumber, jalapeño and house-made sour, this margarita is just the right amount of spicy with the coolness of a cucumber.

Opal Ocean at Sea Level NC
129 E 5th St

Grab a margarita to enjoy with your seafood at Sea Level NC. We love the Opal Ocean, made with Hpnotiq, Mezcal peach schnapps, agave, and lime, or the Ghost Pepper Pommarita, made with Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Pama, triple sec, ghost pepper syrup, pomegranate juice, and lime. Pro Tip: The Ghost Pepper Pommarita is also available at Sea Level NC’s sister restaurant, The Waterman!

Ghost at Church & Union
127 N Tryon St #8

Church & Union’s version of a margarita is a cocktail called Ghost, and it is delicious! Made with tequila, orange liqueur, lime, cucumber water, and cayenne pepper, this cocktail packs a punch. Plus, they also offer a Ghost mocktail, made with spiritless tequila, triple sec, cucumber water, and lime, for those that want a non-alcoholic option to celebrate the holiday.

Frozen Margarita at Puerta
1961 E 7th St

Puerta, a new Mexican spot in Elizabeth, has an extensive menu of margaritas to choose from in honor of National Margarita Day. We love the frozen option, made with El Jimador Tequila, hibiscus and agave.

Tequila Fix at Sixty Vines
1415 Vantage Pk Dr #100

Sixty Vines features lots of wine on tap, but did you know they also have a mean version of a margarita, too? The Tequila Fix is made with Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Regan’s orange bitters, mixed berry simple, and lime. It’s the perfect way to celebrate National Margarita Day!

Skinny Margarita at Taco Mama
2452 Park Rd Suite C

Taco Mama has all kinds of margaritas, from pomegranate to prosecco fizz, but one of their best is a simple skinny margarita. It’s the healthier version of a classic margarita, and it comes in a pitcher to share with friends (or drink yourself!)

Rockin’ Chair Margarita at Napa Restaurants
110 Perrin Pl & 1310 Broadcloth St, Fort Mill

At both Napa on Providence and Napa at Kingsley, you can enjoy the delicious Rockin’ Chair Margarita. Made with sauza blanco tequila, triple sec, passion fruit purée, and jalapeño simple syrup, this drink is the perfect balance of sweet and spice.

Patron Cadillac Margarita at Que Onda
Multiple Locations

For those who enjoy the finer margaritas in life, the Patron Cadillac Margarita at Que Onda is a great pick. Made with Patron reposado, Grand Marnier, blossom citrus, and orange this is truly the Cadillac of margaritas.

Blood Orange Margarita at SouthBound
2433 South Blvd

What’s better than a sweet Blood Orange Margarita paired with salty chips and dip? This tasty drink is made with Hornitos, blood orange puree, lime, and agave and can be found at the Charlotte staple, SouthBound.

Pineapple Margarita with Tajin at RuRu’s Tacos & Tequila
715 Providence Rd

True to its name, RuRu’s Tacos & Tequila has lots of tequila based beverages to try out on National Margarita Day (and beyond). We can’t recommend the pineapple margarita with a tajin rim enough. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy.

Thrifty Margarita at El Thrifty
1115 N Brevard St Unit 100

We love the Thrifty Margarita because it’s completely customizable. The base is Lunazul Blanco, triple sec, lime juice and simply syrup, but then you can choose if you want it frozen or on the rocks. Plus, you can add a variety of flavors like lime, strawberry rhubarb, mixed berry, kiwi kumquat, and pineapple guava, for a unique drink every time.

Margarita Furiosa at 800° Carolinas
6815 Phillips Pl Ct

Pair your pizza with a margarita at 800° Carolinas. The Margarita Furiosa has Don Julio Blanco, lemon, lime, simple syrup, muddled jalapeño and strawberry to make a tasty cocktail. And, if you’re only in the mood for a quick drink, you can get this as a “mini” which is half the size of a regular cocktail.

Barrel Aged Margarita at The Garrison
314 Main St, Pineville

If you’re looking to celebrate National Margarita Day in the Pineville area, stop by The Garrison for one of the best margaritas in town! The Barrel Aged Margarita is made with Lunazul Reposado, Cointreau, lime juice and agave.

Best Margaritas to Make at Home

Classic Margarita

If you’re staying home but still want to celebrate the holiday, it’s easy to whip up a classic margarita. Add four ounces of tequila, two ounces of triple sec, and one and a half ounces of lime juice to a shaker, combine, and pour over ice. Garnish with a lime and salt rim, and you’ll have yourself a delicious drink in under five minutes.

Jalapeño Margarita

For those that want a little spice in their life on National Margarita Day, a jalapeño margarita can be made in no time by just altering the classic margarita recipe a bit. Add four ounces of tequila, two ounces of triple sec, one and a half ounces of lime juice, and about half a jalapeño pepper sliced thinly (or more, if you like it extra spicy) to a shaker. Combine, then garnish with lime and additional jalapeño slices.

Strawberry Margarita

This recipe from Love and Lemons teaches you how to make a strawberry margarita by using a strawberry puree. It instructs you to take about 10 strawberries, blend them, and strain. Then, combine two ounces of silver tequila, one ounce of orange liqueur, one ounce of lime juice, half an ounce of simple syrup, and two ounces of the puree in a shaker. Combine and pour over ice for a sweet cocktail.

Skinny Margarita

For a lower calorie margarita option, try a skinny margarita. Take four ounces of a low-calorie tequila, like Espolon Blanco, two ounces of orange juice, and a splash of lime juice for all the flavor without the added calories of a traditional margarita.

Frozen Blue Moscato Margaritas

If you want to try a recipe that’s a bit more complex this National Margarita Day, these Frozen Blue Moscato Margaritas from Delish are as incredible as they look (and extra boozy!) You’ll need sugar, salt, limes, moscato wine, blue curaçao, tequila, triple sec, and blueberries.

Author’s Note: This article was written by Alex Maloney. You can find more of her Charlotte-related content on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.

CONCORD, N.C. – In relation to the homicide of Jeramie Forrest on January 28, 2024, police have arrested two suspects and charged them with murder, according to a news release.

The release states that on February 13, 2024, Alfred Glascoe, 44, was arrested and charged with murder and felony possession of marijuana. The release also states that on the same day, Osyris Burnett, 2o, was taken into custody and is awaiting extradition from South Carolina on murder and felony possession of marijuana.

Alfred Glascoe

On January 28, Concord Police claim they were called to assist Concord Fire Department and Cabarrus County EMS in relation to a man lying in the road on American Avenue NE and Madison Avenue NE.

As they arrived on the scene, life-saving aid was being administered on the man who was suffering from a gunshot wound and later succumbed to his injuries and pronounced dead at the scene, as stated in the release.

Deputies were called to a home on Firetower Road, outside of the Lilesville community, just before noon on Sunday for a welfare check according to a news release. Deputies found Dorothy Lorraine Allen lying dead on the floor of her home.

While there, deputies said 31-year-old Cherise Allen was quickly identified as the suspect. She was promptly arrested and charged with murder.

Note: WCNC instituted a policy in March 2021 regarding the broadcast or posting of mugshots.  

WCNC will only air or post a mugshot if the person has been formally charged with a crime and in a few other cases. The exceptions include: If it appears the person could be a danger to themselves or others or if they are wanted by authorities; to differentiate between people with a common name; if the photos could encourage more victims to come forward. The news-editorial leadership may also decide to use a mugshot based on the severity of the crime(s) committed and/or the level of public interest in the crime and ensuing criminal proceedings.