How about a Super Bowl watch party at Angry Ale’s? | Photo via Social Ape Marketing
TV screens across Charlotte (and the country) will be tuned into Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, Feb. 9. Football fans will want to see whether the Chiefs make history with a third consecutive victory or if the Eagles can pull an upset.
If you’re still making plans to celebrate the biggest game of the year, Charlotte-area restaurants are offering first down deals — whether you’re hungry for a Kansas City “three-peat,” ready to sing “Fly Eagles Fly,” or just want to watch funny commercials.
Consider ordering beef tacos while watching the big game at State of Confusion in LoSo.
Evening Unwind Yoga | 6-7 p.m. | Founders Dairy Barn at Dairy Barn Entrance, Fort Mill | $14 | Escape the hectic work week by spending an evening rejuvenating your mind and body.
Candlelight: Tribute to Lauryn Hill | 8:45-10 p.m. | Great Aunt Stella Center | $32+ | Prepare for a musical experience under candlelight featuring top songs from the acclaimed Hip-Hop artist.
Thursday, Feb. 6
Mid-Atlantic Boat Show | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Charlotte Convention Center | $9+ | Set sail and tour 400+ boats in the biggest boat showcase in the Carolinas.
February Paint & Brew| 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Primal Brewery, Belmont | $30 | Sip locally-crafted brews while creating a Valentine’s Day themed masterpiece.
Brad Paisley | 7:30 p.m. | Coyote Joe’s | $36+ | Get ready to be serenaded by a “Whiskey Lullaby” when the country sensation takes the stage.
February is American Heart Month — a perfect time to prioritize your heart health. | Photo by Getty Images
When it comes to your health, your heart plays a central role in keeping you moving, thriving, and living your best life. But how often do you take a moment to consider the state of your heart health?
That’s where Novant Health steps in. With a quick and simple five-minute heart health assessment, you can discover your risk for heart disease and take the first steps toward a healthier heart.
Saddle up. Cavender’s Boot City is hosting a ribbon cutting for its first NC location Thursday at 11:30 a.m. inside Concord Mills. Shoppers can find brands like Wrangler, Ariat, and Rock & Roll denim + gift cards will be given out to the first 50 customers on Friday and Saturday.
Active
Get ready to run. Registration for the Meck Mile starts today at 10 a.m. Runners of all skill levels are invited to Memorial Stadium on Saturday, May 10 for a chance to sprint, jog, or skip across the city in this annual event.
Concert
On The Road Again. Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Trobadours, Charles Wesley Godwin, and Willow Avalon are performing in Charlotte for the 10th annual Outlaw Music Festival Saturday, July 26 at PNC Music Pavilion. Presale tickets launch tomorrow at 10 a.m. and tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.
Plan Ahead
Show me the money. Mecklenburg County is offering tax relief programs for homeowners on their property taxes. Exemptions include elderly or disabled homestead, disabled veteran homestead, and historic properties. Applications must be submitted to the Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office by June 1.
State
NC Governor Josh Stein requested $1.7 billion in immediate funding from the general assembly to help rebuild western North Carolina after Helene. The funds include repairing infrastructure, supporting farmers, and clearing debris. Helene caused more than $60 billion in damage. (WCNC)
Try This
Bojangles and NFL legend Greg Olsen are teaming up to launch the ‘Gives from the Heart’ campaign at Bojangles’ West Boulevard location todayfrom 5 to 7 p.m. Savor heart-shaped Bo-Berry Biscuits with proceeds benefiting The HEARTest Yard Foundation supporting families of children with congenital heart disease.
Travel
Frontier Airlines will begin nonstop routes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Tampa Bay (hey, TBAYtoday) starting this spring with fares as low as $29. Flights will occur twice-weekly and begin Friday, May 2. (WCNC)
Open
Charlotte-based Springclean is now open at Camp North End.The local nonprofit offers visitors a vintage-style fashion boutique, providing space for clothing donations, perusing rental apparel, programming, and making alterations onsite.
Community
Applications are open for the Potters Market at the Mint, happening Saturday, Sept. 27 at Mint Museum Randolph. The annual event features 50+ booths showcasing ceramic artists across North Carolina. There’s a $40 application fee and applicants must be North Carolina residents. (WCNC)
Eat
Dinner plans?Southern Living Magazine highlighted 27 restaurants among the finest dining experiences in the Queen City. The list ranges from Southern comfort to Ethiopian and Vietnamese, including Restaurant Constance, Albertine, and Supperland. (Southern Living)
Announced
The David & Nicole Tepper Foundation will contribute $1.5 million in donations across 10 food banks in the Carolinas this year to combat the ongoing threat of food insecurity in local communities. Since its founding in 1996, the local foundation has provided more than $350 million in funding and support to grantees.
Sports
Former Carolina Panthers cornerback Captain Munnerlyn has been named the new head football coach at Julius Chambers High School. Go beyond the field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Celebrating Black History in Charlotte
The River of Life mural along Beatties Ford Road honors Black history makers from the Beatties Ford Road corridor. | Photo by CLTtoday
Saturday, Feb. 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month. Here are a few ways to commemorate the occasion across the Queen City.
Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night| Friday, Feb. 7 | 7-11:30 p.m. |The Mint Museum Uptown | $11+ | Experience tributes to Black American music, including special honors to Aretha Franklin, Celia Cruz, and more.
African American Heritage Festival 2025 | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Charlotte Museum of History | Free | Celebrate Charlotte’s Black history learning the stories of trailblazers in Mecklenburg County.
History & Homage: 7 Course Whole Harvest Dining Experience | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 6-9 p.m. | Community Matters Cafe | $120 | Honor the legacy of African American culinary traditions in this seven-course dining event hosted by local chefs and mixologists.
Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling water bottle — the Owala FreeSip. It’s a top seller for good reason: Owala has perfected a spout design that allows you to either sip upright through a built-in straw or tilt back to swig a gulp. It’s actually patented.
Make sure you treat yourself and spend some time outside today. You may find me out on the Little Sugar Creek Greenway later this afternoon taking full advantage of the warm afternoon temperatures. Check out our full list of local parks to visit for yourself.
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What type of development would you like to see more of in Charlotte?
With nearly $4 billion planned to be invested in upcoming Charlotte development, 34% of you want to see more retail built in the Queen City, 23% want more dining options, 17% said housing, and 26% want parks/green areas + arts-related space.
