Weekender: 27 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including Charlotte FC's home opener
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Join the crowds in cheering on Charlotte FC against Atlanta United FC this Saturday, March 1 at 2pm. Tickets start at $19. Photo: Travis Dove
We're at the end of Black History Month, and some spring events are starting to pour this weekend, including the Charlotte FC home opener.
Friday, February 28
🧠 Test your knowledge of "The Office" with trivia at Suffolk Punch Brewing South End. | Free | 7-9pm | Details
💭 Honor the last day of Black History Month with cultural trivia at Queen City Grounds. | Free | 7-9:30pm | Details
🏓 Witness a major league table tennis tournament at Charlotte Convention Center. | $6+ | Runs through Sunday | Details
🥃 Enjoy a Bulleit Whiskey tasting paired with lunch at The Crunkleton. | $116.42 | 12-2pm | Details
🍽️ Grab dinner from Black Food Truck Friday's at Movement Scholol-SW. | Free | 4-9pm | Details
🛍️ Shop discounted designer items at the EDIT Sale in The Collector's Room. | Free entry | Runs through Sunday | Details
Saturday, March 1
⚽️ Cheer on Charlotte FC as they take on Atlanta United FC at Bank of America Stadium. | $19+ | 2pm | Details
🤣 Listen to jokes at a comedy showcase with five local comedians at The Hamilton. | $20+ | 7:15-10pm | Details
📚 Check out a book fair at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery with over 30+ local vendors. | Free | 1-6pm | Details
📺 Watch "The Bachelor" at Streetcar Bar + Bites with half-priced wine, roses, and charcuterie boards. | Free to attend | 8pm | Details
🌿 Grow your plant collection with a plant swap and shop at Sugar Creek Brewing. | Free | 12pm | Details
🤣 Swing by Monarch Market in Uptown for a comedy showcase with local and regional comedians. | Free | 7pm | Details
😆 Laugh the night away at jokes from local comedians at Charlotte Comedy Theater | $15 | 6pm | Details
🏃 Run a 5K or 10K trail race at Whitewater Center and end with a plunge into the deep water solo pool. | $42-$47 | 8-11am | Details
🧘 Bring your yoga mat for an open-level flow at the Whitewater Center. | Free | 11:30am | Details
🧘♂️ Unwind with an hour-long yoga session at Sycamore Brewing and stick around for a beer. | Free | 10am | Details
🏀 Cheer on the Charlotte Hornets against the Washington Wizards at Spectrum Center. | $22+ | 6pm | Details
🎉 Pull up to a PARTYNXTDOOR and Drake day party at RSVP South End. | $15 | 3pm | Details
🍣 Learn how to craft your own sushi rolls in an interactive class at Hi-Wire Brewing. | $60.54 | 6:30-8:30pm | Details
🍲 Taste a range of soups at the Sip & Soup Festival at Carolina Union Volleyball Club. | $40.17 | 2-5pm | Details
🛍️ Explore an artisans market with everything from handmade jewelry to home decor at Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts. | Free | 12-6pm | Details
Sunday, March 2
🎤 Test your jokes out on a crowd during open mic night at The Royal Tot. | Free | 7pm | Details
🎷 Vibe to a live musical performance by J-rod Sullivan and The 4 Korners Super Group at Middle C Jazz. | $37-$42 | 6:15-10:15pm | Details
🍷 Sip on wine as you listen to an open mic poetry night at The Auto Pour. | $15.70 | 5:30pm | Details
👑 Enjoy brunch and a villain-themed drag show at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille. | $30.12 | 11am-2pm | Details
👏 Watch Vanity House drag queens strut at Sugar Creek Brewing Company while you enjoy light bites and sip on drinks. | $14.64 | 11am-1:30pm | Details
🚴 Check out a bike festival at Triple C Brewing with shops, gear swaps and a vendor market. | Free | 12-4pm | Details
Check out more upcoming events on our Event Board. Hosting an event? Reach more Charlotteans through an Event Listing, which includes placement on our Event Board and in our daily newsletter. Have a scoop about a cool event? Submit your event.