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Friday, December 19, 2014
Arts Cheap list: Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, 1,000 Times Good Night, Pro Ho Ho Bash and more
Posted By Anita Overcash on Fri, Dec 19, 2014 at 10:58 AM
Going out in Charlotte doesn't have to be expensive. In fact, to prove that statement, we've compiled a list of cheap - $10 or less - things to do in the Q.C. this weekend. These events may vary, but they're all entertaining and they won't break your bank (piggy banks excluded).
Champagne Charades at Suite This one's for the ladies: Gather up your gal pals for a night on the town. Specifically, be sure to hit up Suite where there's free cover and complimentary champagne from 9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. For VIP tables, call 704-971-7878 or email party@suitecharlotte.com. Dec. 19. Suite, 210 E. Trade St. 704-971-7878. www.suitecharlotte.com.
Carlos Valencia at UpStage Former Charlottean and comedian Carlos Valencia is in town to perform at Upstage, where he'll also be recording the show for a future CD. Come for laughs and to show your support. Free admission. Dec. 19, 10:30 p.m. UpStage, 3306 N. Davidson St., Suite C. 704-430-4821. www.upstagenoda.com.
Ugly X-Mas Sweater Party at Roxbury Throw on your ugliest Christmas sweater for this party at Roxbury. You'll also enjoy '80s and '90s music, in addition to drink specials ($2 Clark's bottle beer, $5 cinnamon roll vodka drinks, and $5 cousin Eddie's egg nog with Jim Beam) and prizes for the worst and best sweater. Dec. 19. Roxbury Nightclub, 115 W. 5th St. 704-375-8090. www.roxburynightclub.com.
1,000 Times Good Night at Theatre Charlotte Charlotte Film Society presents this 2013 drama about a photojournalist with an obsession with war zones. When given an ultimatum from her family to quit the risky work, she must decide what’s more important. The film, directed by Erik Poppe and based off of some of his own experiences as a photojournalist in the ’80s, is a winner of the jury’s Special Grand Prix at the Montreal World Film Festival in 2013. For more information, visit www.charlottefilmsociety.com. $5-$10. Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Road.
Pro Ho Ho Bash at Prohibition The folks at Prohibition are honoring their customers with this holiday appreciation party that will feature secret Santa gifts for everyone (from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.). One of the gifts will include a $250 gift card. There's also complimentary Newcastle beer. Cheers! Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon St. 704-358-4244. www.prohibitionclt.com.
5-Year Anniversary at Bar at 316 Bar at 316 — an LGBTQ-friendly spot known for karaoke, drag shows and brunches — opened in December 2009. To celebrate its half-a-decade anniversary, the folks at 316 are throwing a party with five things to get excited about: drag queens, variety acts, go-go boys, drink specials and giveaways. Stick around for Buff Faye & Patti O’Furniture’s Big Fun Drag Show. $5 admission. Dec. 20, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Bar at 316, 316 Rensselaer Ave. 704-910-1478. www.thebarat316.com.
Off the Wall: Wu Tang Forever Edition Vol. 2 at Crown Station Pub This party pays tribute to Wu Tang Clan. There will be spinning by DJs Justice and Aking who will be playing music from the legendary hip-hop group. For more information, visit www.eventbrite.com. Free admission before 11 p.m. Dec. 20, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Crown Station Pub, 1425 Elizabeth Ave. 980-224-8020. www.crownstationpub.com.
41st Anniversary Party featuring Federal Bureau of Rock & Roll at Double Door Inn At some point over the years, you should have checked out Double Door Inn. And if not, well, you suck. Here’s a chance to redeem yourself: Stop by and celebrate its 41st anniversary at this party. Lenny Federal — who deserves his own round of Charlotte-longevity praise — will be playing. Thank owner Nick Karres for keeping the place going after more than four decades. (Jeff Hahne) $10. Dec. 21, 8 p.m. Double Door Inn, 1218 Charlottetowne Ave. 704-376-1446. www.doubledoorinn.com.
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