Cans is re-opening this Wednesday, Sept. 1 … as something else: The 5th Element nightclub.
When I went in to check it out, they were all secretive, treating me as though I was some sort of investigative reporter trying to uncover some scandal; I just want to know about your club. And check out their website — it’s essentially just a PayPal site to become a member to avoid cover charges.
So I can’t really tell you a whole lot about 5th Element Nightclub, except that it is softly opening this Wednesday as an after party for Budweiser Superfest, featuring Charlotte’s own Anthony Hamilton, with Kem Jaheim and Raheem Devaughn.
The space looks pretty much the same, with the addition of black and white curtains (that I wasn’t allowed to take a picture of), that make it really dark inside.
Though a nightclub, they’re keeping the football bar element Cans had. They have indoor tailgating parties before Panthers games, and every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday they’ll be showing NFL and NCAA football — according to the flyer I yanked as the door was hitting my ass on the way out.
This article appears in Aug 31 – Sep 6, 2010.
If there is one thing I love to pair with football it is drapes. And cover charges.
Thugs and football, can’t beat that. Why didnt I think of this? Paypal me one of those memberships immediately!
I had the opportunity to go to 5th element and I must say it was very nice. The DJ was great and the drinks were awesome. I had the opportunity to meet Anthony Hamilton, who is very down to earth, as well as, talented. Charlotte does not have too many spots where ADULTS can hang out and enjoy a nice environment until now. So, I say go out and enjoy the new spot.