BathHouse CLT is a social wellness club, providing hot and cold therapy. | Photo via BathHouse CLT
Whether you’re looking for a new hangout, a third place, or need to relax, we’re here for you with this list of 50+ new spots to check out — and don’t miss our latest Restaurant Roundup for even more new eats.
Psst... if we missed your favorite spot, let us know and we’ll add them to the list.
August
Maya VP Studios | Opened: Aug. 1 | Charlotte’s largest LED virtual production studio boasts a 31-foot wide-by-13-foot tall wall of LED screens.
BathHouse CLT | Opened: Aug. 8 | The contrast therapy club offers cold plunges, a eucalyptus steam room, kombucha bar, and indoor and outdoor lounge space — memberships start at $149.
July
X-Golf | Opened: July 28 | Visit this golf destination’s second Charlotte-area location offering simulators, a full bar, and elevated eats.
Jaide Atelier | Opened: July 21 | Shop brands like Ganni, Fear of God, and Casablanca before visiting the restaurant and lounge on the second floor.
Explore Creative Art | 1-3:30 p.m. | Berwick Recreation Center | Free | Channel your artistic side in this weekly art class led by artist and author Adele Greenfield.
Doughnut Shop | 6-9 p.m. | Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen | $75 | Grab an apron and create your best bakery-style doughnuts in this pastry chef-led course.
Jake Scott | 7:30 p.m. | The Underground | $31 | It’ll be a “Good Day” at this live show, as Scott sings his blends of indie and country.
Thursday, Aug. 21
ArtBreak: Visions from Beyond | 12-1 p.m. | The Mint Museum Uptown | Free | Spend an hour taking a guided tour through the museum’s expansive art collection.
Sundown Sounds: DK Harrell | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Eastway Regional Recreation Center | Free | Bring your lawn chair, snacks, and the family for a free concert outdoors.
Do you love reading about romance or history? Charlotte author Joy Callaway will headline the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation’s author series, “Final Draught.” Guests can hear from the author on Monday, Sept. 15, while enjoying snacks, bevs, and storytelling. Tickets are $20.
Pets
Tickets are on sale for Charlotte Pup Crawl, a community event packed with local brews, barks, and community to benefit Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 12 to 3 p.m. at HopFly Brewing.
The United Way of Greater Charlotte will distribute nearly $1 million for home repairs throughout Mecklenburg County. The funds come from a public-private initiative, and will support contractors doing repairs for low- to moderate-income homeowners. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Arts
Remember when Charlotte’s art scene went beige earlier this year? Thanks to the campaign, ArtPop Street Gallery has gained new support and “is thriving.” Now, the nonprofit is preparing for its annual Upcycled Fashion happening Saturday, Sept. 6. (WCNC)
Community
Need help getting into the DMV? A Charlotte dad created a new website to help make appointments. For $15 per user, DMVNinja can notify users when appointments open up. (The Charlotte Ledger)
Sports
Jaycee Horn was back on the practice field after missing the last two preseason games. Will that change this week’s roster? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Ranked
Fort Mill, SC ranked No. 7 in Travel + Leisure’s list of “11 Best Places to live in South Carolina.” The listing mentioned Fort Mill’s school district, family-friendly atmosphere, and home value.
Trending
Looks like Justin Bieber is a Charlotte FC fan. The singer was spotted wearing a Charlotte FC jersey — a tribute to the Queen City’s first professional soccer team, the Lightnin’. Speaking of The Crown, they’re on a six-game winning streak. (CLTure + WCNC)
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Food
🍝 Not your average pasta
Fontana Di Vino boasts indoor and outdoor seating at its restaurant in SouthPark. | Photo by CLTtoday
The next time you visit Sharon Square in SouthPark, bring your appetite. Fontana di Vino isn’t just serving Italian-inspired dishes; it’s serving the community with an interactive experience.
Editor Maria, here. After my first visit to the restaurant, I was immediately craving another round of the pinsa (think: airy flatbread pizza), meatballs, and polenta pour.
The restaurant opened in May, headed by Robert Maynard, founder and CEO of Won Life Brands, and renowned Chef Scott Leibfried. Sound familiar?You may have seen him on TV.
Fun fact: Leibfried is also an alum of Johnson and Wales University.
With over two decades of experience in the kitchen — from the West Coast to opening restaurants in Hawaii with Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac — inspiration struck.
“I took a really long trip to Italy,” Leibfried told CLTtoday. “There’s so much tradition in Italian culture, and we want to be respectful of that. But we also want to innovate.”
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Thank you to Chef Scott and GM Christina for chatting with me, sharing the inspiration behind the dishes at Fontana di Vino, and making me crave the entire menu ever since. It was an unforgettable experience. Readers, if you’re in SouthPark or plan to visit the new restaurant in Davidson, be sure to get a tiramisu for dessert.
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