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).
Jazz N Soul Music at Petra’s Piano Bar & Cabaret This jazzy series, held on the first and third Friday of each month, kicks off with music – soul, R&B and jazz sounds with a neo-soul spin – from the Anything Goes Band.
$8. Jan. 2, 9 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. Petra’s Piano Bar and Cabaret, 1919 Commonwealth Ave. 704-332-6608. www.petraspianobar.com.
Awesome Adventures Meet & Greet Social Mixer at Crave Dessert Bar This 20s and 30s social club is celebrating its one year anniversary with a social mixer that features free appetizers. Come to eat, mingle and meet new people. Free admission. Jan. 2, 6:30 p.m. Crave Dessert Bar, 500 W. 5th St. 335-0588. www.cravedessertbar.com.
Vintage Windsuit Bar Stumble in Plaza Midwood This Plaza Midwood bar crawl comes just in time for anyone feeling the need to rebuff any workout resolutions for the new year. Few calories will be burned between each stop. Folks are encouraged to wear retro windsuits — Google, if you don’t remember this hideous fashion trend — or a surf-style jacket. Free admission. Jan. 3, 12 p.m. Schedule subject to change: Kickstand, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.; Joe Hoopers, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Whiskey Warehouse, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Thomas Street Tavern, 5:30 p.m. until the group heads to Thirsty Beaver.
Screening of The Terminator at Main Library The Main Library’s Made in 1984: Movies From 30 Years Ago series continues today with a screening of The Terminator. Free admission. Jan. 3, 2 p.m. Main Library, 310 N. Tryon St.
Improv Vikings Charlotte Comedy Invasion at Kickstand They might wear horns from time to time, but this improv group isn’t as rowdy as they sound. You can expect humor over brutish behavior. $10 cash at the door. Jan. 3, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Kickstand Burgers & Bar, 1101 Central Ave. www.improvvikings.com.
This article appears in Dec 30, 2014 – Jan 6, 2015.
