Valentine's week events in Charlotte: Themed pop-up bars, singles mixers, curated dinners and more
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Cocktails from Billy Sunday's Valentine's pop-up, Moulin Rouge, running through Feb. 15. Photo: Courtesy of Callie Langhorne PR
Happy week of love, Charlotte! Whether you're toasting with friends, a Valentine, or flying solo, here are the best ways to celebrate this week—from festive pop-ups to Galentine's parties and even anti-Valentine's bashes.
Monday, February 10
💡 Stroll through nine nature-inspired light installations during South End's Rail Trail Lights, on display through Feb. 23. | Nightly after sunset | Free | Details
❤️ Mix and mingle with other singles at Dilworth Tasting Room's Single Night Mixer, happening at all locations. | 6pm | Free | Details
💃🏻 Sip a themed cocktail with your valentine or galentine at Billy Sunday's Moulin Rouge pop-up. | 5-10pm | Prices vary | Details
Tuesday, February 11
🎶 Catch pop trio "Almost Monday" at Amos' South End | Doors open at 6:30pm | $20-$25 | Details
🧠 Play music bingo at Sycamore while enjoying half-priced wine and $8 pizza. | 6:30pm | Free | Details
💘 Cross another Valentine's pop-up off your list with a trip to BackStage Lounge's "Cupid," happening through Feb. 23 | 5pm-midight | Prices vary | Details
🍷 Sip three paper-bag pours of wines, and try to guess where they're from, at Substrate's mystery wine tasting, hosted by Wine is Confusing. | Tastings at 7pm, 7:30pm and 8pm | $24.86 | Details
Wednesday. February 12
🎀 Gather your girls for a Galentine's night out at Vaulted Oak Brewing. | 5pm | Free | Details
💝 Keep the good vibes going with another Galentine's Day celebration, featuring local vendors, drink specials and more at The Chamber by Wooden Robot. | 6pm | Free | Details
😂 Don't miss an all-women stand-up night with Shameless Society at Thrift Pony. | 7pm | $13.42 | Details
🧩 Put your problem-solving skills to the test at puzzle night at Monday Night Brewing. | 6pm | $21.45 | Details
Thursday, February 13
🎂 Make a cake for Valentine's Day at Sweet Spot Studio's cake decorating workshop.| 6:30pm | $90 | Details
🕯 Or, make a custom scented candle at The Market at 7th Street's Bestie-tine candle-making class. | 6pm | $35 | Details
🧖♀️ Shop skincare products, sip champagne and enjoy live music and more at the grand opening of holistic med spa Vela Aesthetics and Mercantile in South End. | 5pm | Free | Details
👯♀️ Celebrate sisterhood with drinks, treats, pampering and more at Must Be Nice's Galentine's night. | 6-9pm | $17.79 | Details
Friday, February 14
🪩 Dance the night away with Two Friends at The Fillmore | 7pm | $145 | Details
🏳️🌈 Celebrate love and community at Girls Room Valentines 2025 at Clutch, featuring local LGBTQ+ DJs and artists. | 8pm | $13.42 | Details
❤️🩹 Ditch the romance for Seaboard South End's Anti-Valentine's Bash. | 8pm | $15 | Details
🫱🏽🫲 Meet and mingle at Intricate Soirées Immersive Valentine's Mixer in Uptown. | 7pm | $33+ | Details
💕 Grab your besties and a pint and toast to being single (AF) at Wooden Robot's Single AF Valentine's Party. | Free | 5-11pm | Details
🍽 Enjoy a curated Valentine's dinner at Sweet Pea's Specialty Shop. | Reservations beginning at 5:30pm | Prices vary | Details
🇨🇺 Continue the celebrations all weekend long with an exclusive Valentine's dinner menu at El Puro Cuban Restaurant. | Reserve on Open Table | Prices vary | Details
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