Note: If I learn of more events, I’ll update this post throughout the week.
Monday, October 13
Uptown Mondays
If you wanna get the party started early in the week, here you go. Free food, $3 martinis, and $3 happy hour all night. And enjoy Monday Night Football on a big screen. 7 p.m. Free. Grand Central, 101 N. Tryon St.
Tuesday, October 14
Center City Schmooze
This annual networking event, presented by the Charlotte Chamber Center City Chapter, will be held at one of Charlotte’s premier night spots. Admission includes two complimentary drinks, hors d’oeuvres by BlackFinn American Saloon, and free entrance into Whisky River and BlackFinn after 9 p.m. 6-9 p.m. $25. Suite at Epicentre, 210 E. Trade St. www.charlottechamber.com/events.
Tone X and Friends (weekly event)
Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy, live skits, improv, and music, along with a performance by the Hunnie Dipz Dancers. 8 p.m. $15. Skandalos, 5317 E. Independence Blvd. 704-890-0771.
Touch One Tuesdays (weekly event)
See Charlotte’s gifted poets perform—and if you have the courage, join them onstage—during this open mic event. Presented by Touch One Productions. Hosted by Filmore and music by DJ Flemingo. 9 p.m. $10. Wine-Up. 3306 N. Davidson St. (NoDa). www.wine-up.com.
$3 Tuesdays (weekly event)
It's a $3 cover, $3 drink specials, and $3 chicken and waffles each Tuesday night. Also enjoy old school hip-hop and R&B spun by DJ Supreme. 9 p.m. Ladies free before 10 p.m. Stir Nightclub, 3500 E. Independence Blvd. www.stirnc.com.
Wednesday, October 15
Pop Life (weekly event)
After taking a month off to change venues, the popular Wednesday social networking event hasn’t missed a step. Presented by Creative Loafing and The Sol Kitchen. 6 p.m. Free. Apostrophe Lounge, 1440 S. Tryon St. (South End). www.thesolkitchen.com.
A Westside Story
Enjoy music, drinks, and a soul food buffet at this networking event held at a historic African-American club. Special invited guests include local politicians. Presented by Digital Divas. 6-10 p.m. Free. Excelsior Club, 921 Beatties Ford Road. www.digitaldivasevents.com.
Debate Watch Party: The Finale
Watch the final debate between presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain in style. Food and drinks while they last. Presented by GenerationEngage. 8 p.m. Free. KISS Lounge, 204 W. Woodlawn Rd. www.generationengage.org/state/chltt/indexnew.php.
Thursday, October 16
Third Thursdays: Live Jazz
Enjoy live jazz, light refreshments, and great art during special late hours at the museum. This month’s featured musician is Calvin Edwards. Sponsored by V101.9. Mint Museum of Craft + Design, 220 N. Tryon St. Free. 5-8 p.m. (music 6:30-7:30 p.m.) www.mintmuseum.org.
Meet & Greet the Candidates
This annual candidates reception, presented by the Charlotte Chamber and the Greater Charlotte Hospitality & Tourism Alliance, brings members of the business community together with candidates seeking office in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Food and beverages will be served from some of Charlotte’s best restaurants. 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Charlotte Chamber’s Belk Action Center, 330 S. Tryon St. www.charlottechamber.com/events.
Cufflinks and Cocktails
This installment of the monthly after-work event is “The Bar Hop.” You’ll experience three upscale restaurants and bars in Piedmont Town Center in SouthPark. The hop starts at Oceanaire Seafood Room, then on to Dolcetto Wine Room, and ends at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse. 6 p.m. Free. Piedmont Town Center, 4720 Piedmont Row Dr. www.cltkappas.com/cufflinks-cocktails.
Friday, October 17
Wine Day Fridays (weekly event)
This event recently moved from Wednesdays to Fridays so you can roll right into the weekend. Enjoy some new wines while listening to music. 5 p.m. Free. Village at SouthPark, corner of Sharon Road and Morrison Boulevard (in front of M5). www.elevatecharlotte.com.
Where Is the Love?
The relationship series continues and this month’s topic is “Dating with Children/Dating Someone with Children?” Presented by Not the Average Chicks. 6:30 p.m. Free. Café Room and Lounge, 1250 Lucky Penny St.
SCarowinds
The Carolinas’ popular theme park is transformed into a place of fright for the Halloween season. 7 p.m.-12 a.m. $34 and up. Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd. www.scarowinds.com.
Grown Folks Fridays
Party with a 25-and-older crowd. Music by DJ Rham. Kitchen open all night and serving chicken and waffles. 10 p.m. Men free before 11 p.m., ladies free before 12 a.m. Stir Nightclub, 3500 E. Independence Blvd. www.stirnc.com.
Saturday, October 18
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Travel back centuries and enjoy outdoor theater, circus entertainment, an arts and crafts marketplace, a jousting tournament, and a feast fit for royalty. This annual festival runs for consecutive weekends October 4-November 16. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $17 for adults, $6 for kids ages 5-12. 16445 Poplar Tent Rd., Huntersville (go to website for directions instead of using Mapquest or Google Maps). www.royalfaires.com/carolina.
3rd Ward Picnic in the Park
Enjoy an afternoon of picnicking and live music at this annual event. Bring your own picnic or enjoy free hotdogs, chips, and drinks (for the first 500 people). Johnson and Wales will provide dessert. 12-2 p.m. Frazier Park. 1201 W. Fourth St.
SCarowinds
The Carolinas’ popular theme park is transformed into a place of fright for the Halloween season. 7 p.m.-12 a.m. $34 and up. Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd. www.scarowinds.com.
Dangerous
This event will feature a fashion show highlighting Charlotte-based boutique Jordanos’ fall lines, a diamond giveaway, live entertainment, hair exhibits by top stylists, and swag bags (Oscar-style gift bags). Presented by Jordanos, Elevate Magazine, and Suite Nightclub. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. 8 p.m.–2 a.m. $20; VIP is also available. EpiCentre Rooftop Pavilion, 210 East Trade St. www.bandtastic.com.
Sunday, October 19
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Travel back centuries and enjoy outdoor theater, circus entertainment, an arts and crafts marketplace, a jousting tournament, and a feast fit for royalty. This annual festival runs for consecutive weekends October 4-November 16. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $17 for adults, $6 for kids ages 5-12. 16445 Poplar Tent Rd., Huntersville (go to website for directions instead of using Mapquest or Google Maps). www.royalfaires.com/carolina.
SCarowinds
The Carolinas’ popular theme park is transformed into a place of fright for the Halloween season. 7 p.m.-12 a.m. $34 and up. Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd. www.scarowinds.com.
Ssshh! Sensual Seduction Sundays
Enjoy an infusion of open-mic poetry and jazz over candlelight during the first and third Sundays. Featuring jazz saxophonist Shableek Richardson and nationally ranked slam poet Bluz. After-party and dancing follows. Presented by Pink Diamond. 9 p.m. $10. Happy Hour Bar and Lounge, 3603 S. Tryon St. www.pinkdiamondpromo.com.
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