Weekender: 29 things to do in Charlotte including Queen’s Feast and Lunar New Year celebrations

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FRIDAY, January 20

61. Mostly sunny. 0% chance of rain.

A Soldier’s Play at Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts: Watch the Tony award-winning play about a sergeant’s murder that prompts questions about sacrifice, service and identity in America. $25 and up. 8pm. Details

Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week at multiple locations: Enjoy three-course, prix fixe dining deals from 85+ participating restaurants all weekend long. $30-$45. 5-10pm. Details

Something Rotten! at Theater Charlotte: Watch a musical comedy set in the Renaissance about the future of theater. $15-$32. 8pm. Details

Shaken Not Slurred Mocktail Class at The Cocktailery: Learn how to make three layered and complex spirit-free beverages during dry January. $90. 6:30-8pm. Details

Live Music at The Wine Loft: Wrap up the work week with live tunes every Friday. Free. 9pm. Details

Live Music at Amos’: Vibe to Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime performed by Kash’d Out and Kaleidoscope Kid. $25. 7:30pm. Details

Evan Christopher’s Clarinet Road at Jazz Room: Enjoy jazz sounds of the clarinet from Grammy-winning Evan Christopher’s Clarinet Road and Don Vappie. $20-$60. 6-10:45pm. Details

Stand Up Comedy at Free Range Brewing: Laugh the night away with a line up of LGBTQ+ comedians during their AQRONYM show. $12-$50. 8pm. Details

Cookie Decorating Deep Dive at Sweet Spot Studio: Learn how to make no spread cookie dough and master royal icing. $65. 6:30pm. Details

SATURDAY, January 21 

56. Mostly sunny. 10% chance of rain.

Yoga at Hi-Wire Brewing: Bring your yoga mat to improve alignment, posture, and joint stability through repetitive yoga poses with SPENGA. $10. 11am-12pm. Details

Producer Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Showcase at The Cocktailery: Learn how to pair three cheeses, two meats and food samples to enhance your tasting experience with five wines from the “Wine Corner” selections. $90. 2:30-4pm. Details

Counterculture Festival at Camp North End: Enjoy a festival celebrating innovative nonalcoholic beverages with live music, beverage tastings, yoga classes, giveaways, photobooth and panel discussions. $40. 3-8pm. Details

Jazz Youth Workshop at Stage Door Theater: Explore the flare of New Orlean’s jazz from Grammy-winning Evan Christopher. Free. 11am-1pm. Details

Barry Manilow: Hits 2023 at Spectrum Center: Vibe to pop hits from music icon Barry Manilow as he makes his tour stop in Charlotte. $19-$200. 7pm. Details

Mad Miles at Elizabeth Park: Run, walk or jog two miles before celebrating a good workout with music from a live DJ. Free. 10am. Details

70s Disco Party at Sofie’s Steakhouse: Dress in 70s attire and enjoy a night of music from a live DJ, drink specials and food from Sofie’s Steakhouse. $20-$30. 9pm. Details

Moulin Rouge Drag Brunch: Second Seating at The Artisan’s Palate: Enjoy shareable brunch plates and performances from local drag queens. Proceeds support a local charity creating a safe space for LGBTQ+ to stay connected through gaming. 2-3:30pm. $22.  Details

Truth Or Dare Comedy Night at Birdsong Brewing: Watch local comedians take on embarrassing truths and hilarious dares live on stage. Free. 7-9:30pm. Details

Chinese New Year Celebration at Devils Logic Brewing: Expect dragon dancers, firecrackers, fireworks and asian inspired bites. Free. 1-5pm. Details

Lunar New Year Celebration at Resident Culture Plaza Midwood: Expect Chinese cuisine from The Dumpling Lady, Lunar New Year-themed surprises, beer, and interactive experiences with costumes and instruments before a traditional lion dance performance. Free. 12-9pm. Details

SUNDAY, January 22 

55. Rain. 60% chance of rain.

More Soup For You at Divine Barrel Brewing: Enjoy a soup cook-off, inflatables and games. Free. 12-4pm. Details

Journaling & Visualization at Mood House: Wind down through meditation and journaling for the start of the year. Free. time. Details

Brunch and Walk at Living Kitchen: Enjoy a healthy brunch from Living Kitchen before joining The Charlotte Girls Who Walk for a morning exercise. Free. 10am. Details

Around the Crown 10K Launch Party at NoDa Brewing’s The OG Taproom: Run on one of three routes before enjoying a raffle, giveaways and food. Free. 12-2pm. Details

Live Music at The Warmack: Vibe to live jazz sounds every Sunday and enjoy a meal from a menu curated by Chef Nobu. Free. 7-10pm. Details

Melanin Mimosas Day Party at Section/Recess: Party into the evening with mimosas, food specials and hookah. Free. 1-7pm. Details

Brunch at Members Only: Watch football and party as you enjoy bottomless mimosas and brunch. Free. 2-11:30pm. Details

Yoga on the Rooftop at Harvey B. Gantt Center: Wind down with yoga while you enjoy rooftop views. $10. 12:30-1:30pm. Details

Figure Drawing at Free Range Brewing: Tap into your artistic skills as you figure draw with other creatives. Free. 11am-1pm Details

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