TGIT! It’s Thursday, and the workweek is almost over. Making plans for the weekend? Here’s a look at what’s happening around Charlotte:
Jazz at the Bechtler: A Special ‘Jazz for Lovers’ Edition
Friday @ The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Perhaps no other music genre tells us more about love in all its varied shades than jazz. So grab your sweetie and head to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art this weekend to celebrate an early Valentine’s Day with the Ziad Jazz Quartet and guest vocalist Toni Tupponce. (Details)
Jazz N Soul Music First Friday: D’Yenna Dukes & Soul:Exposed
Friday @ Ella’s Speakeasy (Morehead Tavern)
Jazz N Soul Music First Friday presents a night of Jazz, Soul, and Funk with D’Yenna Dukes and Soul: Exposed. In addition to her own original music, Dukes covers powerhouse vocalists such as Chaka Khan, Teena Marie and Evelyn Champagne King. (Details)
Juvenile Live
Friday @ White House Night Club
Let the New Orleans rapper show you how to “Back that Thang Up” and get the party started with the “‘Nolia Clap.” (Details)
Latin International Night
Friday @ Label Charlotte
Enjoy a night of dancing to Miami beats, Hip Hop and Top 40 hits with DJ More9, DJ Formato and special guest Steve Styles. Doors open at 10 p.m. (Details)
H2K Charlotte Launch Party (all ages)
Saturday @ AerialCLT
Join H2K Happy Healthy Kids Fitness Studio for its official Charlotte Launch Party, The day will include pop up classes, music, dancing, raffles, snacks, awesome giveaways, and more. Admission is $5 with 100 percent of proceeds being donated to A Child’s Place in Charlotte. (Details)
MAZ Entertainment presents “The Twenties”
Saturday @ Club One
This party presented by Maz Entertainment with music by DJ Stampede will take you back to the Roaring 20’s. Throw caution to the wind and take it back to when having a good time was top priority and stepping out in style was a must. (Details)
Magic Mike XXL the Show
Saturday @ Rock House Tavern in Gastonia
It’s Ladies’ Night Out with a live male dance show featuring past members of the east and west coast Chippendales. All birthday bachelorette and divorce parties are welcomed and celebrated at each show. (Details)
Super Sunday Pre-Game Day Party
Sunday @ BluNotes of Charlotte
What’s Super Bowl Sunday without the festivities? It’s going to be a night of high-energy and entertainment at BluNotes as the party kicks off with a live performance by the Go-Go band Uptown Swagga. Admission is free. (Details)
Super Bowl LI Super Party
Sunday @ The Press Box
It’s going to be a day of music and fun with 3 DJs, giveaways, professional photos, food and of course the Big Game playing on multiple HD TVs. Doors open at 3 p.m. Admission is free. (Details)