2016 CIAA Parties and Events 

Thursday (2/25)

Day:

CIAA Tournament - Game Men's Quarterfinal 1 (1 p.m.), Quarterfinal 2 (3 p.m. or 20 mins after Quarterfinal 1), Quarterfinal 3 (7 p.m.), Quarterfinal 4 (9:00 p.m. or 20 mins after Quarterfinal 3). Feb. 25, 1 p.m. Time Warner Cable Arena, 333 East Trade St. ciaatournament.org.

CIAA Career Expo College students and recent grads are invited to explore post-college opportunities at the CIAA Career Expo, where they can meet visiting employers from the southeast region and attend professional development sessions. Attendees are encouraged to bring a resume and come prepared to speak with job recruiters. Feb. 25, 9-3 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College St.

Food Lion Teen Summit Girl Talk hosts the 6th annual teen summit, an evening of candid discussion, food, music and prizes geared towards high school juniors and seniors. Featuring college students and young professionals, this year's summit focuses on how students can make themselves appealing candidates to future employers. Free, pre-registration required at girltalkfoundationinc.com. Feb. 25, 5-7 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College St.

Power 98 Tip-off Day Party Spectacular at Suite Hosted by Mr. Incognito and QCB. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St.

JCSU 100 Club Day Party at Roxbury A grown folk party hosted by DJ Moe. Cash bar and heavy hors d' oeuvres while they last. $35. For more information, call 704-907-5451. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Roxbury Nightclub, 116 West 5th St.

Day Party 2 w/ Ed Lover at Bubble Old School 105.3 presents Day Party 2 featuring Radio One's Ed Lover. Music from DJ 360 and DJ Stacey Blackman. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 1-7 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

Night:

2016 CIAA Toyota Fan Fest A night for the ladies to enjoy performances, fashion shows, giveaways and activities. There's also the Miller Coors 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, a performance by Fabolous and more. Free. Feb. 25, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

CIAA DJ Kool's Old School Skate Party 105.3's Midday Diva Olympia D hosts this late night skate party. Skate all night to old school R&B. Ticket at ciaastepshows.com/DjKoolOldSchool.html. Feb. 25, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Kate's Skating Rink, 14500 Independence Blvd, Indian Trail.

CIAA Legends of Hip Hop Concert Featuring EPMD, The Alumni, Chubb Rock, Moni Love, Dana Dane, Kwame and Special Ed. Tickets start at $20 at Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College St.

CIAA Legends of Hip Hop Afterparty Aterparty hosted by DJ Cut Creator with special appearances by the Legends of Hip Hop performers. Tickets available at ciaatournament.org. $30. Feb. 25, 11 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College St.

I Love NY Tip-off Party at Vibrations Hosted by Dana Dane and Erick Sermon. With 105.3's Rae Styles and music by DJ-Knyce. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Vibrations, 5237 Albemarle Road.

Method Man, Redman and Keith Murray at Amos' Southend Presented by Awesom and E.O.C. So Street Ent. and hosted by Power 98's No Limit Larry. Performances by Method Man, Red Man, and Keith Murray. Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Amos' Southend, 1423 S Tryon St. amossouthend.com.

The Lyrical Kings of Hip Hop w/ NAS at CenterStage at NoDa Presented by Blac Diamond Ent. Hosted by NAS with special guest hosts Special Ed & DJ Envy. Music by DJ Akshun. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. CenterStage at NoDa, 2315 N Davidson St.

The Charlotte Jump-off 2016 at Vapiano Audio by DC's DJ Biggs and VA's DJ Lonnie B. Tickets available at thejumpoff2016.eventbrite.com. Free RSVP before 8 p.m. Feb 25. 6 p.m. Vapiano, 201 S Tryon St.

Pink Groove XI: The 19/08 Experience at Label Presented by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Rho Psi Omega Chapter. Featuring DJ Flamingo. Tickets available at pinkgrooveexitables.eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Label Charlotte, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Tip Off Thursday at Whiskey River Hosted by Bestfriendz, DY Nasty5, and Pinkies Up. Featuring DJ Skillz, DJ Suga Shae and DJ P-Nut. For tickets, visit tipoffthursday.com. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 East Trade St.

ProStyle at Suite Presented by Sol Kitchen and Suite. Featuring DJ ProStyle and DJ Loui Vee. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St.

Tip-Off Spectacular at Bubble Presented by Power 98. Hosted by Mr. Incognito. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

Rock the Mic Artist Showcase at Apostrophe Lounge Presented by CipherCode Muzic. Tickets available ateventbrite.com. $20-$30. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Apostrophe Lounge, 1440 S Tryon St.

Welcome 2 the QC at Mortimer's Presented by Brothers 4 Life and Triad Old School. Music by DJ Tron. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Mortimer's, 210 E Trade St.

Kid Capri Thursday Night Kick-off Party at Oak Room Hosted by Kid Capri with model Domonique Brooks. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Oak Room, 200 E Bland St.

Bad Girls Takeover at Slate Billiards Presented by Team Washington Promotions. Hosted by Natalie Nunn of "The Bad Girls Club." Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Slate Billiards, 200 E Bland St.

Rendezvous @ Tryon at Chima Presented by From A 2 Z Entertainment, Inc. Music by DJ CK. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, 139 S Tryon St.

Tournament Kick-off at Vault Young Dro performing live. Music by Rowshay. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Vault, 210 E Trade St.

I am Chewy 5's Welcome to Charlotte B-day Bash at Centenario Presented by Reckless Entertainment. Music by DJ Nolo Turn Up and @DJ730XX. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. El Centenario, 5920 N Tryon St.

Quegasm Alumni Party at All American Pub Hosted by Mugsy and Models. Musical ceremony by Streets 103.3 Mario Micman. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. All American Pub, 200 E Bland St.

2nd Annual Tournament Kick-Off Party at Wild Wing Café Featuring Sunshine Anderson. Hosted by Celebrity host Fly Ty. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 9 p.m. Wild Wing Café, 210 E Trade St.

Top Shelf Thursday at Spice Lounge Que performing live. Music by DJ Meddi Meddi. Hosted by 103.3 D Renee. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 10 p.m. Spice Lounge, 4116 N Tryon St.

Travis Porter Performing live at Bar Charlotte Hosted by Money Man Jones, The ZD Nupes, Kash Da God. Music by DJ Jayyhawk. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 9:30 p.m. Bar Charlotte, 300 College St.

Black College Reunion Kick-Off Party at Buffalo Wild Wings Hosted by Tap Money of Foxy 99 FM and Ed Love Mr. Cmon S. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings, 400 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Friday (2/26)

Day:

Food Lion Day at the CIAA Women's Tournament (semifinal 1 at 1 p.m.; semifinal 2 at 3 p.m. or shortly after). Men's Tournament (semifinal 1 at 7 p.m.; semifinal 2 at 9 p.m. or shortly after). Feb. 26, 1 p.m. Time Warner Cable Arena, 333 East Trade St. ciaatournament.org.

CIAA Hall of Fame Ceremony 10 student athletes are inducted into the John B. McLendon CIAA Hall of Fame. Feb. 26, 9 a.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College St.

Roc Lady Ent Day Party at Vibrations Featuring Shableek. Hosted by 105.3's Personality and DJ K-Nyce. Advance tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12 p.m. Club Vibrations, 5237 Albemarle Road.

The Day Party of All Day Parties at Vapiano Doug E Fresh live with DJ Hollywood and DJ Kaos. The Nasty African, Tap Money from Foxxy 99 on the mic. Tickets at thedaypartyofalldayparties.eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 1 p.m. Vapiano, 201 S Tryon St.

DayHem 5.0 the Day Party at Studio Movie Grill Featuring DJ MC and Deron Juan. Presented by Blue Goose and Sol Kitchen. Tickets at dayhemthedayparty.eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12-6 p.m. Studio Movie Grill, 210 East Trade St.

5th Annual VSU Day Party at Vida Featuring Kyra Chaos. Music by DJ Lonnie B, DJ Bobby Drake, and DJ Crush Groovey. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12-7 p.m. Vida, 210 E Trade St.

TOP of the TOP Rooftop Day Party Presented by Culture19 and Anthony Burno. Hosted by Shaun Henderson. Music by DJ Flash. Tickets at culture19.com. Feb. 26, 12 p.m. Rooftop 210, 210 E Trade St.

The Official DMV Day Party at Club Royale Featuring Uptown Swagga Band and DJ Kool. For more information, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12-6 p.m. Club Royale, 3930 Brookshire Blvd.

The New York Connection Old School at the White House Nightclub Annual grown folk's day party presented by The New York Connection Old School Mix and Mingle. For tickets, visit nyconnectiondayparty2016.eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 1 p.m. The White House Nightclub, 4809 Wilkinson Blvd.

Chicken and Beer Day Party at Buffalo Wild Wings Featuring DJ Shakim, Charlotte's premiere go-go band the Diverse Groove, and Lamar Brace. Tickets at tournamentweekenddayparties2016.eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 1-7 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings, 400 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Legends of Troy Day Party at Oak Room 11th annual "meet and greet day party" in South End. Hosted by Lorenzo "Iced Tea" Thomas. Music by DJ Darryl Krush and his crew, SGL Productions. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 1-6 p.m. The Oak Room, 200 E Bland St.

Friday Day Party at Wild Wing Cafe Featuring Kid Capri. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12 p.m. Wild Wing Café, 210 E Trade St.

Pardi Gras Sunkiss Day Party at Bubble Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Music by DJ Loui Vee. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

4-Play the Friday Day Party at Whiskey River Music by "Mr. Lawd Have Mercy" and DJ Bro-Rabb. Drink specials all day. For more information visit 4playdayparty.com. Feb. 26, 12-7:30 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 E Trade St.

Roar 1854 Bowling Day Party at AMF University Lanes Hosted by the Friends of Lincoln University. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12:12-5 p.m. AMF University Lanes, 5900 N Tryon St.

Apparel Ink Day Party Presented by D'Vine Events and Entertainment. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 4-8 p.m. Apparel Ink, 2424 N Davidson St, Suite 110.

Digital Divas 11th Annual "De' Ja Vu" 2016 Kickoff Party at Blue Presented by Digital Divas. Music by DJ Daddy D. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 1-7 p.m. Blue Restaurant and Bar, 206 N College St.

Cardi-B and Tahiry Day Party at Spice Lounge Meet and greet. Music by Streetz 103.3. Special guest DJ. Tickets and info available ateventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 12-6 p.m. Spice Lounge, 4116 N Tryon St.

Night:

2016 CIAA Toyota Fan Fest (Lowe's Day) Bringing together some of the top African American Greek Organizations for a night to enjoy panel discussions, strolls offs, Greek Unity presentations, and giveaways.Miller Coors 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, celebrity meet and greets, performances by Rico Love and more. Feb. 26, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.The Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

McDonald's 2016 Stepshow "Throwdown" Greeks vs. Greeks at the Charlotte Convention Center Hosted by Power 98. More information atciaatournament.org. Feb. 26, 6 p.m. The Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

The Official All Black CIAA Alumni Stepshow Afterparty at the Charlotte Convention Center Opening set by DJ Battle. Featuring DJ Jazzy Jeff and Kid Capri. For tickets visit ciaatournament.org. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

The Lyrical Kings of Hip-hop present Rakim at CenterStage NoDa Hosted by Rakim. Music by DJ Akshun. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. CenterStage NoDa, 2315 N Davidson St.

Dej Loaf and Young Dolph performing live at The V Advance tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. The V, 500 West 5th St.

Tourney Takeover hosted by Rick Ross at the Harvey B Gantt Center Presented by Heights Entertainment. Featuring DJ Envy. Tickets available at heightsent.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. the Harvey B Gantt Center, 551 S Tryon St.

The CirocBoy/BadBoy DJ SNS Day Party at Oasis Tent Music by DJ SNS and DJ Briggs. Tickets available at djsnsdayparty.com. Feb. 26, 1 p.m. Oasis Tent, 501 N College St.

Madd House at Buffalo Wild Wings Featuring No Limit Larry, DJ Butta Fingaz, and Power 98 FM. Feb. 26, 8 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings, 400 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

Flashback Friday Day Party at Strike City Presented by Bestfriendz and Triad Old School. Hosted by Rakim and Kwame. Tickets available at flashbackfridaydayparty.com. Feb. 26, 12 p.m. Strike City, 210 E Trade St.

Gorgeous at the Ritz-Carlton Music by SC King Pin, DJ B-Lord, and DJ Weatherman. Tickets and information available at kingentevents.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. The Ritz-Carlton, 201 E Trade St.

Charlotte "DMV" Takeover 2016 at the Roxbury Presented by Phat Cat Entertainment, Frank White Productions, and Chris Jones. Performing, Vibe Band and The Fix. For more information, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Roxbury Nightclub, 116 W 5th St.

Dru Hill 20th Anniversary at Amos Southend Presented by K&LG Enterprises and Live Entertainment. Hosted by Kyle Love of the Carolina Panthers. Tickets at amossouthend.com. Feb 26, 8 p.m. Amos Southend, 1423 S Tryon St.

DJ Kool's 3rd Annual Hip-hop Takeover at Vibrations DJ Kool performing live. Hosted by V-101.9's Artie the One Man Party. Music by V-101.9's DJ Roladexx. Tickets and table on sale at vibrations.eventbrite.com. Feb 26, 9 p.m. Vibrations, 5237 Albemarle Road.

Friday Night at Wild Wing Cafe Music by DJ Clue from Power 105.1 (NYC). Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Wild Wing Café, 210 E Trade St.

Young Dro live at Bubble Presented by Sol Kitchen. Tickets available at thesolkitchen.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

Best in the City at Vapiano Presented by LGBurna, "Jada the Omega," Jason Cove, Rob "Big Homie" Barber, Michael King, and more. Music by DJ Remedy. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Vapiano, 201 S Tryon St.

Friday Night Live 6 at Blackfinn Presented by Eddietainment. Music by DJ Kaos and Lonnie B. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Blackfinn Ameripub, 210 E Trade St.

We Put On For Our City Volume 9 at Fitzgerald's Music by DJ Shakim of the Superfriends and DJ CK. Hosted by Yvette "Woo" and Kim Shoats. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 5 p.m. Fitzgerald's Irish Pub, 201 E 5th St.

Pardi Gras 2016: The Highlight at Strike City Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Music by DJ Shaun Nyce and Hod Rod. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Strike City, 210 E Trade St.

Rich Homie Quan and Young Dolph live at the Grady Cole Center Hosted by DC Young Fly. Music by Streetz 103.3 FM. For more information visit charlottetakeover.com. Feb. 26, 7 p.m. The Grady Cole Center, 310 N Kings Drive.

Ciroc Boyz Celebrity Takeover at Whiskey River Featuring Fabolous, DJ Self, DJ SNS and Kyra Chaos. Tickets at tournamenttakeover.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 E Trade St.

Roc the Block at Sydney's Music by DJ Shaun Nyce and DJ LS One. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 8 p.m. Sydney's Martini and Wine Bar, 401 N Tryon St.

6th Annual All Black Affair at Vida Presented by Bestfriendz Entertainment. Music by DJ Tayrok and DJ Quest. Tickets at theallblackaffair.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Vida, 210 E Trade St.

50 Shades of Blue Volume IV at Blue Presented by Moxie Society and Friends. Music by DJ C-Rob. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Blue Restaurant and Bar, 206 N College St.

K Michelle and Friends at Label Hosted by Money Man Jones and Neezzy the Great. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Label, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Party with the Elite at Sports One Hosted by Peter Thomas and 101.5's Courtney Hicks. Music by DJ 06. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 9 p.m. Sports One, 521 N College St.

Saturday (2/27)

Day:

Toyota Finals Night Women's Championship Game at 4 p.m. Food Lion Women's Championship Trophy Presentation (Center Court, immediately following game). Men's Championship Game at 7 p.m. Nationwide Men's Championship Trophy Presentation (Center Court, immediately Following Game). Feb. 27, 4 p.m. Time Warner Cable Arena, 333 East Trade St. ciaatournament.org.

2016 CIAA Toyota Fan Fest (Coke Zero Day) Locker Xchange Sneaker Showcase (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) featuring celebrity panelists, sneaker vendors, giveaways and celebrity meet and greets. There's also a basketball clinic, Miller Coors 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Semi- Finals, a performance by Tank and more. Free admission. Feb. 27, 1 p.m.-8 p.m. The Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

Stepshow Step-off School vs School at the Charlotte Convention Center Presented by Earthquake Productions. Hosted by Streetz 103.3. Featuring Mario the Mic Man. Tickets at ciaatournament.org. Feb. 27, 4-7 p.m. The Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St.

Recovery at the Ritz Presented by King Entertainment. Music by DJ Paradime. Tickets at kingevents.com. Feb. 27, 11 a.m. The Ritz-Carlton, 210 E Trade St.

Midday Masquerade Party Hosted by hip-hop legend Dana Dane. Music by DJ Billy Dee. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-6 p.m. 4235 West Tyvola Road.

Suite Life Day Party at Suite Featuring DJ Quicksilva. Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-7 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St.

Art of Noise Day Party at Bar Charlotte Presented by Eddietainment. Music by DJ Lonnie B & DJ Mad Skillz. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-7 p.m. Bar Charlotte, 300 N College St.

Must Love Beards at Apostrophe Lounge Presented by I Don't Do Clubs. An experience for men who rock the beard and women who can't get enough of them. Feb. 27, 2 p.m. Apostrophe Lounge, 1440 S Tryon St.

Kings and Queens Day party at Extravaganza Depot Music by DJ Hukher. Tickets at tournamentweekenddayparties2016.eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Extravaganza Depot, 1610 N Tryon St.

Ruth's Chris 8th Annual Day Party Hosted by Young Dolph, DJ Drama, and Kenny Burns. Music by DJ Rayvon and DJ Ngenius. Tickets at heightsent.com. Feb. 27, 1-8 p.m. Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 222 S Tryon St.

Saturdazed at the Oasis Tent Day party featuring drink specials. For tickets visit oasissaturdazed.eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Oasis party tent, 516 N College St.

2nd Annual Yard Day Party at Sports One Featuring DJ Tayrok, DJ Phife, DJ Biggs, DJ Dirty DI. Tickets at theyardatsportsone.com. Feb. 27, 12-7 p.m. Sports One Bar and Lounge, 521 N College St.

Breakfast Club Day Party at the V Featuring 50 Cent and Cardi B. Music by DJ Loui Vee, DJ Puff, and King Caddy. Tickets at thebreakfastclubdayparty2k16.eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-7 p.m. The V, 500 W 5th St.

Day Go-Go 2016 Meets Charlotte at Greystone Featuring Squad Suttle and Uptown Swagga. For tickets visit daygogo2016.eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Greystone Restaurant and Bar, 3039 South Blvd.

The Ultimate Day Party at Studio Movie Grill Presented by Sol Kitchen and Dynasty 5. Music by the Mighty DJ DR and DJ Skillz. Tickets at ultimatedayparty.eventbee.com. Feb. 27, 12-6 p.m. Studio Movie Grill, 210 East T St.

5th Annual SC-DUBV Day Party Takeover at Club Royale Music by DJ Petey "Livewire." Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Club Royale, 3930 Brookshire Blvd.

Ol Skool Day Party at Roxbury Music by DJ Drake and DJ Kev. For tickets visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 11 a.m. Roxbury Nightclub, 116 W 5th St.

Kid Capri Master Mix Day Party at Label Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Label Nightclub, 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd., Suite B6.

The Day Affair Vol. 10 at Whiskey River Presented by Kenny Johnson and Bestfriendz Entertainment. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-7:30 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 E Trade St.

The Sleek and Sassy Day Party at Nikko's Presented by RBJ Entertainment and Vice Entertainment. Hosted by Olympia D and Stacey Blackman from Old School 105.3 FM. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-5 p.m. Nikko's, 325 Arlington Ave.

D'Usse's Day Party at Vibrations Featuring Memphis Bleek live. Hosted by 105.3's DJ-Nyce. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 2-7 p.m. Vibrations, 5237 Albemarle Road.

Saturday Live Five Day party at Buffalo Wild Wings Music by DJ Izzy Nice, Twan G, and DJ MC. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-8 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings, 400 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

The Literary Experience at Vivace Featuring bloggers, authors and celebs in Charlotte. Powered by Delphine Legacy Media and Blogging Beauties Tour. Register at ciaatle.eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12-4 p.m. Vivace charlotte, 1100 Metropolitan Ave.

Digital Divas 10th Annual Uptown Saturday at Blue Presented by Digital Divas. Music by DJ Polo. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Blue Restaurant and Bar, 206 N College St.

Black Queen Casino Day Party at Venue at 1801 Gaming tables, chips, cards, DJ, light refreshments, giveaways and play money plus prizes. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. $30 on day of event. Feb. 27, 2-6 p.m. Venue at 1801, 1801 N Tryon St, Suite 609.

I-95 Day Party at Blackfinn Music by DJ Self, DJ Spazzo, and Ciroc Girl Kyra Chaos. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Blackfinn Ameripub, 210 E Trade St.

CI-Roc the Day Away Party at the Harvey B Gantt Center Music by DJ Hot Rod and DJ Gooch. Hosted by Courtnay the Poet. Open bar. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 2-6 p.m. The Harvey B Gantt Center, 551 S Tryon St.

Yo Gotti Day Party at Strike City Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Music by DJ MC. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 12 p.m. Strike City, 210 E Trade St.

Tournament Day Party at Lust Hosted by Panda Supreme. Vi Bo Lamont performing. Tickets at ez-tixx.com. Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m. Lust of Charlotte, 124 Atando Ave.

Day Break Ultimate Day Party at La Revolucion Hosted by Streetz 103.3 Greg Money Man Jones. Featuring DJ Coke, DJ Cuttz, and DJ Double J. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 1-8 p.m. La Revolucion, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Saturday Elite at Sports One Music by DJ Phat Boi and DJ E-Clazz. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 11-7 p.m. Sports One, 521 N College St.

Hoops and Hookah Tournament tip-off day party with hookah and drink specials. Hosted by Tenai and music by Power 98 FM's DJ Strategy. Tickets available at the door for $10. Feb. 27, 12-7 p.m. Red at 28th, 2424 N Davidson St.

Night:

Pandemonium the Official CIAA After Party Featuring J. Cole's official DJ and DJ Dummy with DJ King Iven. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 10 p.m. The Charlotte Convention Center Crown Ballroom, 501 S College St.

Tank Live at Club One Tickets available at charlottetournamentweekend.com. Feb. 27, 10 p.m. Club One (formerly Butter), 950 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Party at the Oasis Tent Featuring 2 Chainz, Fabolous, Dej Loaf, and Cap 1. Music by DJ Self and DJ Superstarjay. Tickets at ez-tixx.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. Oasis, 501 N College St.

Plies live at Suite Presented by South Coast Marketing. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 26, 10 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St.

Young Dolph live at Bubble Presented by South Coast Marketing. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

The Lyrical Kings of Hip Hop featuring Jadakiss Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. CenterStage at NoDa, 2315 N Davidson St.

Royale at the Ritz-Carlton Music by 100.1 The Beat DJ Loui Vee and B Man. Tickets at kingentevents.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. The Ritz-Carlton Grand Ballroom, 210 E Trade St.

3rd Annual Charity Basketball Game Day Party at Grady Cole Center Doors open at 5 p.m. to shoot around. 3-point contest, free throw contest, and celebrity meet and greet. Tickets available at crowntickets.com. Feb. 27, 5:30-9 p.m. The Grady Cole Center, 310 N Kings Drive.

Queen City Festival of Laughs at Bojangles' Coliseum Featuring Mike Epps. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com. Feb. 27, 8 p.m. Bojangles' Coliseum, 2700 E Independence Blvd.

The "Old School Finale" at Roxbury Presented by Bossman Entertainment. Featuring Big Daddy Kane and The Jus Once Go-Go band. Hosted by Tap Money the Nasty African of Foxxy 99. DJ 360 Elite playing old school favorites. Tickets at bossmanentertainment.com. Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. Roxbury Nightclub, 115 W 5th St.

105.3's Concert and Comedy Show after Party at Vibrations Hosted by Rae Styles. Music by DJ Polo. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. Vibrations, 5237 Albemarle Road.

The Official Grand Finale Celebrity Takeover at Strike City Hosted by Charlotte Hornets "Big Pat" and music by DJ Kid Capri and Doug E Fresh. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 9 p.m. Strike City, 210 E Trade St.

Young Thug Debut at Whiskey River Music by DJ SNS. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 27, 10 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 E Trade St.

Sunday, Feb. 28

Brunch on Bland at Oak Room and Slate Presented by Sol Kitchen. Featuring DJ Shaun Nyce and DJ LP. Brunch buffet. Tickets at brunchonbland.eventbrite.com. Feb. 28, 12-3 p.m. Oak Room and Slate Billiards, 200 E Bland St.

Farewell 2016 Day Party at Suite Presented by Edditainment. Music by DJ Skillz, DJ Tayrok, DJ Biggs, and DJ Self. Tickets at farewell2016.eventbrite.com. Feb. 28, 3-8 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St.

An Evening with KING Live! at Neighborhood Theatre Presented by Pop Life and Sol Kitchen. Tickets at ticketfly.com. Feb. 28, 8 p.m. Neighborhood Theatre, 511 E 36th St.

That's My DJ Midday Sunday Party at Whiskey River Featuring DJ Sns, Cirocboy, DJ Pnut, DJ Kyrachaos, DJ Bro-Rabb, and DJ Lonnie B. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 28, 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Whiskey River, 210 E Trade St.

Pardi Gras 2016: Day Dream w/ DJ Envy at Bubble Featuring D Envy, DJ Ngenius, and DJ Shaun Nyce. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Feb. 28, 1-6 p.m. Bubble, 210 E Trade St.

Sunday Finale at Vault Hosted by Power 98 FM. Music by Mr. Incognito X Phalse ID. Tickets at eventbrite.com. Feb. 28, 2 p.m. Vault, 210 E Trade St.

Label on Sunday Presents: Jeezy & Plies Live: Tickets starting at $40. Feb 28, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Label, 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd., Suite B6.

* Complete listings are posted online at clclt.com