Is there anything better, this time of year, than: NCAA March Madness, sprouting flowers and trees, long(er) walks with your pet, or sitting out on your deck a little longer because of the time change? As we approach the End of March, there are quite a number of things that we can turn our attention to and appreciate. The (official) changing of the seasons occurred this week, with the first day of spring, and in this edition of “Things To Do This Weekend”, we explore a multitude of fun activities and events to take part in. The Charlotte Metro area prides itself in being accessible and exciting, so why not check out some of these happenings and find yourself taking in all that the Queen city has to offer.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Spectrum Center
333 East Trade Street Charlotte, NC
Phone: 800-745-3000 | 704-467-6387
The hometown Charlotte Hornets look to extend their winning streak to 4 games as Lebron James and the World Champion Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Spectrum Center on Friday Night.
Couples Date Night BYOB & Paint “Charlotte the QC”
Cajun Canvas
11116 STryonn St. Charlotte NC
Phone: 704-504-5224
Take your sweetie to Cajun Canvas for their Date Night and create a 2 panel painting of “Charlotte the QC.” Both of you paint for just $45.00! Bring your food and beverage to make this a special night.
Camp In: The Woodland Indians
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd. Gastonia, NC 28054
Phone: 704-866-1033
Travel 400 years back in time to explore the lives of the Native people living in the Piedmont region of the Carolinas. Learn how Woodland Indians used natural resources to obtain food, water, shelter, clothes, and tools as you make crafts and enjoy hands-on activities. This event includes an evening snack and breakfast.
Running Five to Make Sports Thrive
Walter Elisha Park
W345 N White st Fort Mill, SC 29708
Phone: (704)` 893-3800
Here’s your opportunity to do good for your body, and do good for someone else! The Fourth Annual “RUNNING FIVE TO MAKE SPORTS THRIVE” 5k is an exciting event every year. All monies raised from this event will support Fort Mill Middle Schools athletic programs and facilities.
Lake Norman / Concord Brew Ha-Ha Tour
Departing from Primal Brewery
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone: 704-765-5104
This (nearly) all day tour will delight participants with Deluxe motor coach transportation. Come enjoy the expertise of a professionally trained tour escort and receive complimentary BROOKLYN SOUTH PIZZA. You’ll get TWO Souvenir Pint Glasses (Primal & Red Hill), THREE free beer tastings at each brewery, three “Behind the Scene” brewery tours, and MORE.
Charlotte Wing Fest
Rooftop 210
210 E Trade Street Charlotte, NC
1ST ANNUAL CLT WING FESTIVAL! Join others for a throw down while Uptown Charlotte’s favorite restaurants compete for the BEST WINGS IN TOWN! Nothing like a fresh cold one while sampling the best wings in town. Based on restaurants choice, enjoy their preferred beer samples at each wing stop.
Health and Wellness Fair
Healthy Home Market- Galleria
1816 Galleria blvd Matthews, NC
Phone: 980-267-3326
Gift Baskets Raffles Samples Local practitioners And the first 50 people will receive a goodie bag starting at 1pm! Be sure to bring a friend to see what all HHM has to offer!
South End Scavenger Hunt
South End, Charlotte, NC
1400 S Church St Charlotte, NC
South End Scavenger Hunt for Cystic Fibrosis. 100% of the proceeds goes to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Find clues inside the assigned bars and throughout South End Get bonus points for drinking the bar drink specials 3 hours to get to the finish line and the team with the most points wins. Stick around for some food and drinks and to hear who won prizes. Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places and maybe a few more. Rain or Shine!