Weekday planner: 15 things to do in Charlotte this week

Music Trivia at Angry Ales

Angry Ales on Montford | 8pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Angry Ale’s on Montford has Charlotte’s longest-running trivia night. They also they have drink specials: Any large 22oz draft for the price of a regular size beer and $5 gummy bear shots.

J. Bookwalter Winery Dinner 

Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark | 6:30pm | $150 | Details 

Why you should go: Join DTR SouthPark for their next wine dinner featuring J. Bookwalter Winery. Chef Shuler will be preparing a five course meal to pair with the wines. To reserve your seat, please email [email protected] & [email protected].

Comedy Night at Starlight on 22nd

Starlight on 22nd | 7pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Practice your funniest bit in front of a crowd at Starlight’s comedy open mic night.

Go deeper: Follow your star to the new bar in NoDa: Starlight on 22nd is now open

Retro Horror Series at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas

Ayrsley Grand Cinema | Now through Nov.3; 7-9pm | $5 | Details 

Why you should go: Calling all horror film enthusiasts! Start your spooky season off by enjoying one of the best lineups of 10 scary movie classics the city has to offer. As a bonus, the theater has reserved recliner seating plus beer and wine are available for purchase.

Wednesday, Oct.12

Party on the Plaza – Fall Edition 

Bechtler Museum | 5-9pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Enjoy fall-inspired crafts, craft beers, food, games and live music by Hipshack on the Plaza. Inside the museum, grab a Bechtler Bingo card and explore the museum’s galleries, including Pop to Now: Warhol and His Legacy. Cash bar and food vendor available onsite. 

Yoga at Blue Blaze Brewing

528 S Turner Ave. | 6:30-7:30pm | $10 | Details 

Why you should go: This is an all-level flow with a certified yoga instructor. Each ticket includes a pre-paid 13 oz. Blue Blaze beer (but not tip).

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Salud Cerveceria | 6-9pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: A happy hour celebration of our state’s Hispanic entrepreneurs and small business owners. Stop by for food, networking and information about business development resources from local providers and organizations.

North End Farmers Market

Camp North End | 4-8pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Every Wednesday from April to October, shop from an eclectic mix of farmers and other small businesses popping up along Keswick Avenue between the Mount and Keswick districts.

Thursday, Oct.13

Halloween movie night

Optimist Hall | 7pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Netflix and chill at Billy Sunday with a special screening of The Adams Family. Grab a themed cocktail and a pizza from Ava’s while you enjoy the show. Get there early for live music on the patio and $5 nachos at El Thrifty. 

Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship

Nevin Community Park | Oct. 13-16 | $15+ | Details 

Why you should go: The disc golf community in Charlotte is passionate, to say the least. Many actually travel to different cities and countries to play on popular courses — and several of the most popular courses are here in the Charlotte area. In the past, the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship has been broadcast on ESPN2.

Go deeper: Charlotte is a disc golf mecca

Crossroads Cinema: Ghostbusters

Camp North End |8pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Join Camp North End and Aurora Star Lit Cinema for iconic 80s & 90s movies on a jumbo screen every Thursday. Remember to BYOLawnChair.

Grapes, Grains, and Conversations

The Dunhill Hotel in Uptown | 5:30-7:30pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Grapes, Grains, and Conversations is a professional networking group for small business owners who are also fans of wine and spirits. Every second Thursday of the month, local business, civic and volunteer leaders meet to chat and enjoy a beverage together.

Friday, Oct.14

A Spirited Luncheon Featuring the Whiskies of Tennessee and George Dickel

The Crunkleton | 12-2pm | $75 | Details 

Why you should go: Taste test five different George Dickel whiskies at the Crunkleton. Your ticket also includes a welcome cocktail, lunch prepared by Chef Greg Balch and a lunch cocktail.

Havana Nights

The Tavern at 300 East Morehead Street | 6-10pm | Free | Details 

Why you should go: Music, cocktails and cigars, hosted by The Alphas of Charlotte to raise money for school supplies to support local Freedom schools. For donation ideas, check their Amazon Wish List. You can also drop off supplies at the event.

Moss Wall Workshop

PlantHouse | 6:30-8pm | $45 | Details 

Why you should go: Create a one-of-a-kind piece of art to put up in your home. The PlantHouse crew will walk you through how to attach moss to an in-set frame and let you take it from there with the provided supplies.

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