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What’s your Charlotte love story?

Learn how couples fell in love in the Queen City.

Two people holding hands in front of the Confetti Hearts Wall in South End.

You’ll find The Confetti Hearts Wall 1930 Camden Road in South End Charlotte, near Hawker’s Asian Street Fair and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.

Photo by Alyssa Frost Photography

Every romantic relationship comes with a story and this Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing yours.

We asked for your meet-cute stories from around the Queen City, and you delivered. Now, before we consider selling these ideas for a movie deal on Hallmark, grab the chocolates and learn some of the stories of Charlotteans falling in love:

Your memories

“I feel our second date at a Charlotte Hornets game really sealed the deal. There’s something electric about the energy at a sporting arena, and being able to share that while still engaging in good conversation, snacks, and drinks can really bring two people together.” - Julia A.

“We met while dancing the night away. He asked to take me home and since I was with friends I said no. If I come with friends, I leave with friends. We met for lunch the following week. We have been together for almost 23 years.” - Anonymous

“We worked together and I would change my work schedule to meet his. I was 16 and he was 20. I had butterflies every time I was around him. We went on our first date on 2/7/86. Next week, we will have been together for 39 years.” - Anonymous

"[We] were co-workers for Piedmont Airlines at CLT Airport, introduced by a mutual friend in 2017. I vowed to never date at work so we remained just friends until I started a new job with American Airlines and moved to Dallas, Texas in 2019. We attempted a long distance relationship in June of 2023 that included lots of travel to beautiful beaches and cities international and domestic, however the distance was killing us both, with him almost reaching retirement with the City of Charlotte and Piedmont and me still focused on growing my career, I made the decision to work on relocating back to Charlotte to be closer to the man I love (and my family) it’s been a long process, but in April, I’ll relocate and continue to build on the love we have for each other.” - Anonymous

Still looking for your own Charlotte love story? Consider checking out some of these date ideas perfect for Valentine’s Day that may help you get closer to the love of your life. P.S. Don’t forget to invite us to your wedding.

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