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Did anyone get to see the Aurora last night? Send us your photos to charlottefive@charlottefive.com or drop them in a comment below ⬇️, and we might use them for publication.
If you missed them last night, not to worry: There's a chance they will be visible tonight, too. ✨
November 12, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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🍔🍟 OPENING DAY: NADC Burger, the cult-favorite Wagyu cheeseburger concept that stands for Not a Damn Chance, is opening its doors Friday at The Alley at Latta Arcade in uptown Charlotte.

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A wide shot of the front counter at a modern burger restaurant. An employee in a black hoodie and beanie is handing a white to-go bag across the dark counter to a customer seated on a red chair. Another customer sits beside them. The background features a large, colorful abstract mural on the wall and a digital menu screen displaying "NADC BURGER." A tight, close-up shot of two hands holding a juicy double cheeseburger. The smashed patties have crispy edges and are covered in melted yellow cheese, dill pickles, and a creamy pinkish sauce that drips down the side, all on a soft, golden bun. A close-up, overhead shot of a brown cardboard container filled with loaded french fries, resting on a dark, slatted wooden table. The fries are generously topped with a melted cheese sauce, finely diced green chiles, and seasoning. Small cups of dipping sauce and a burger are partially visible around the container.
October 23, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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🔥🐔 MORE HOT CHICKEN: Dave's Hot Chicken is opening a fourth Charlotte-area location this week, hot on the heels of PoppyCox's Optimist Hall opening.

Dave's Hot Chicken's newest restaurant is at 9711 Northlake Ctr. Pkwy., Suite A. It joins shops in Plaza Midwood, University City and Rock Hill.
A close-up, overhead shot of a black tray overflowing with food. The left side is piled high with bright red, crispy fried chicken tenders, while the right side features a stack of several chicken sandwiches on toasted buns, dripping with melted cheese and a creamy orange sauce. A pile of dill pickle slices rests in the center. The tray is held by a tattooed hand over a gray concrete background.
October 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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🎮 TATTOO STUDIO MOVES: Glitch Tattoo, a queer-owned tattoo space known for its artistry and inclusive environment, will open at Camp North End in November after outgrowing its Steele Creek location.

📍 1701 N. Graham Street, Suite 113, Charlotte, NC 28206
A close-up shot of a freshly completed black and gray tattoo on a person's skin. The intricate design features the portrait of a fantasy character, possibly an elf, with pointed ears, freckles, and a determined expression. The image includes dark hair styled with an undercut, and a small, raven-like creature is perched on the head. The artist has used fine linework and detailed stippling for shading. A close-up of a large, intricate tattoo on a person's upper arm. The design, rendered primarily in black and gray, features a monstrous, wolf-like figure with sharp, blood-stained teeth accented with red ink. A bandaged arm holds a chain with a detailed locket, also touched with red. The tattoo is freshly completed and rests on a white paper towel. Two smiling tattoo artists stand side-by-side, proudly displaying several colorful, cartoon-themed awards that read "1st Place Winner Videogame." The artist on the left wears a bandana, ear gauges and a black cutoff shirt, while the artist on the right has a mullet and a black t-shirt. Both have tattoos on their arms. They appear to be in a large event space or convention hall.
October 14, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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🍐 She drove an hour+ from her house in Charlotte for a $21 viral fruit pastry. Was it worth it?

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October 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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The South End location will have an expanded beverage program with cold brew lattes, mimosas, beer, and seltzers, plus a new breakfast menu.

📍 Plaza Midwood: 913 Pecan Avenue
📍 South End: 2127 Hawkins Street

📸: Courtesy of Cheat's
A hand holds up a large hero sandwich against a dark background. The sesame seed bun is filled with crispy fried chicken, a creamy slaw, and is generously topped with a thick layer of finely grated white cheese. A close-up overhead shot of four different hero sandwiches, cut and arranged on red and white checkered paper. The sandwiches are packed with various fillings, including one with fried chicken and grated cheese, and another with steak and crispy fried onions. A dramatic, close-up shot of a gloved hand holding a hot hero sandwich on a sesame seed bun. Melted white cheese oozes and stretches impressively from the sandwich, which is filled with grilled meat, while wisps of steam rise against a dark background. A person's hand holds a hero sandwich against a black apron. The sandwich is generously drizzled with a creamy orange sauce and topped with sliced jalapeños, pickled red onions, and a sprinkle of black pepper.
October 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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🍸 'WICKED' DRINKS: Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo is celebrating "Wicked" at the Blumenthal with drink specials through Sunday.

🍋‍🟩 Elphaba’s Elixer — Cazadores Blanco, Midori, lime and simple syrup ($17)

🌺 Glinda's Glow — Ketel One Grapefruit Rose, St. Germain, hibiscus syrup and grapefruit juice ($17)
A close-up of two vibrant cocktails on an outdoor rooftop deck. The drink in the back is a green martini in a glass with a black sugar rim. In the front is a red drink on the rocks, garnished with a citrus wheel. Tall city buildings and a clear blue sky are visible in the background.
September 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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🍅 LOCAL COOKBOOK: The Davidson Farmers Market will release a new cookbook this fall, featuring recipes from the community and profiles of local farmers.

Proceeds will directly benefit the Market's mission of sustaining farmers.
A tan cookbook reads "The Davidson Farmers Market Cookbook: A tribute to the farmers who feed us and the town that sustains us" and has a photo of fresh, colorful produce in the center.
September 17, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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🍦 SWEET FUNDRAISER FOR THE ARTS: Jeni's Ice Cream in South End is partnering with the Mint Museum on Thursday from noon to 3 p.m.

Order a "Curated Scoop," and 25% of your purchase will be donated to support the arts in Charlotte.

📍 1920 Camden Road
📸: Jeni's Ice Creams
A minimalist and colorful photo showing the hand of a Black person with dark nail polish and a vibrant green blouse holding a waffle cone. The cone has two round scoops of pink frosé ice cream and is set against a simple, light blue studio backdrop.
September 2, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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🦚 SOUL GASTROLOUNGE IS BACK: 🍣 Dinner service will begin today at the reopened restaurant, featuring the same small plates and sushi that regulars will remember. The DJ booth is back, too, along with the fun vibes and good times.
August 25, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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🍳 BRUNCH BITES: Looking for a weekend activity? Spend a Sunday brunching at The Public House, where the Bloody Marys are appropriately garnished and the mimosas are flowing from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

📍 300 S. Brevard St., Charlotte, NC 28202
A close-up shot of a tall glass filled with a Bloody Mary cocktail. The glass has a salt rim and is garnished with a lemon wedge, a lime wedge, a skewer with two green olives, and a large piece of crispy bacon. The reddish-brown drink is filled with ice, and the glass is resting on a dark wooden table with a blurred background. A shallow depth-of-field shot of a table with several plates of brunch food and drinks. In the foreground, a plate of what appears to be fried potato cubes is visible, along with a cut orange. In the middle ground, a tall glass of a clear drink and a wine glass with a white wine are in sharp focus. The wine glass has condensation on the outside. In the blurred background, a plate with two fried eggs, bacon, and more potatoes is visible, along with a glass with a green drink. A high-angle, close-up shot of a person's hand holding a wooden charcuterie board. The board is filled with an assortment of cured meats, including sliced salami, and different kinds of cheeses. It is garnished with a bunch of red grapes, small dill pickles, a bowl of grainy mustard, and a bowl of what appears to be a creamy ricotta cheese or a similar spread. A close-up shot of a mimosa cocktail and its components on a table. A tall wine glass with a sparkling, light yellow beverage is in sharp focus, with condensation on the glass. A small bottle of what appears to be rosé sparkling wine is visible to the left, and a small carafe of orange juice is in front of it. The background is a blurred outdoor setting with a tree and city street.
August 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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✈️ Swapping Charlotte streets for the cliffs, castles + coastal roads of Ireland.

🗞️ Details: www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefiv...
A beautiful, scenic view of a wide, calm river flowing through a lush green landscape. On the right side of the riverbank, a large, historic gray stone building with many windows is nestled among dense trees and well-manicured lawns. A small bridge is visible in the distance on the left. The scene is framed in the foreground by the green leaves and branches of a tree, under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
August 21, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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🏔️ ADVENTURE LODGING EXPANSION: The U.S. National Whitewater Center has debuted Adventure Lodging, a collection of lodges across the Southeast
Whitewater Adventure Lodging that brings the outdoor lifestyle beyond Charlotte.

📸: @usnwc
A tranquil aerial shot of a small white house with a green metal roof and a red brick chimney. The house, named Big Creek Lodge, sits on a grassy lawn next to a calm pond with a small wooden deck extending over the water. A black pickup truck is parked on a dirt road to the right of the house. The entire scene is surrounded by a dense green forest under a cloudy sky. The reflection of the house is visible in the still water of the pond. An aerial shot of a rustic stone and wood building with a metal roof and a large chimney, situated on a stone patio overlooking a tranquil pond. The building has an open-air porch with seating, and its reflection is visible in the still water of the pond. A lush green lawn and walking path lead up a gentle hillside behind the building, surrounded by a dense forest under a bright sky with white clouds. A rustic, small, orange-red cabin with a metal roof and a stone chimney. The cabin has a dark green front door with a small window, and a small porch roof supported by two wooden posts. It is nestled in a lush, green forest with dappled sunlight filtering through the trees. The foreground shows a small grassy lawn with bushes in front of the cabin.
August 15, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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🐕 CHARLOTTE PUP CRAWL IS BACK: A favorite fall tradition returns to HopFly Brewing on Saturday, Oct. 25 from noon to 3 p.m.

The Charlotte Pup Crawl is a dog-friendly festival to support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control.🧵
A small black dog wearing an orange vest leaps high into the air to catch a purple football in its mouth. The photo is taken at an outdoor event with vendor tents in the background. Two event attendees kneel and smile behind their three dogs in front of a "Charlotte Beer" banner. The dogs include a large reddish-brown retriever, a tan dog in a harness, and a smaller shaggy dog. Vendor tents for "Pet in the City" and "Coolvio" are set up at an outdoor pet event in a parking lot. Several attendees and their dogs browse the products on a sunny day.
August 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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🍔🥩 COMFORT FOOD INCOMING: A new restaurant aiming to satisfy Charlotte’s cravings — Mother’s Comfort Food & Cocktails — is opening tomorrow in the Park Road Shopping Center spot where Cantina 1511 once operated.

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A diner holds a cheeseburger with both hands over a tray of french fries. The burger is filled with a patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Two diners share a meal at a restaurant booth. One person lifts a forkful of pasta while their companion holds a glass of white wine. A large salad is also on the table. A person scoops a spoonful of loaded tater tots from a cast-iron skillet. The tots are covered in cheese sauce and ground meat. A person uses a knife and fork to cut into a grilled steak on a plate. The steak is served with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables.
August 13, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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🍷 SPANISH WINE MASTERCLASS RETURNS: Bulla Gastrobar is hosting its third Spanish Wine Masterclass on Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This Summer White Wine Edition features three Albariño wines from Spain's coastal Rías Baixas region, perfectly paired with traditional tapas.
A hand holds a fork, lifting a single cooked shrimp from a small black cast-iron skillet filled with more shrimp in garlic and oil. Next to the skillet sits a piece of crusty bread, with a cocktail glass visible in the background. A bottle of Pazo Torre Penelas Albariño white wine sits on a marble windowsill next to two glasses filled with the wine. Through the window behind them, lush green foliage is visible.
August 1, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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🍪 NOW OPEN: Cara's Cookies opens at Camp North End
July 30, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Dubai-style chocolate has landed in Charlotte and it’s as crunchy, creamy, and dreamy as you imagined. Here's where to find it (before it sells out again). 💚🍫
July 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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🎨 PUBLIC ART: A new piece by international sculpture artist Blessing Hancock has been unveiled at Charlotte's new Firehouse #45, still under construction.

📍 5800 North Tryon St.
A new sculpture by Blessing Hancock has been unveiled at Charlotte's new Firehouse #45, still under construction, at 5800 North Tryon St.
July 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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🥩YOUR FAVORITE STEAKS ARE AT CHOPHOUSE 101 🥩 Readers’ choice poll results are in! Thanks to all who voted!

“We started from the bottom. Now we’re here.” That’s how Carlos Hernandez describes the journey of owning what’s been voted the best steak spot in the Charlotte area.
July 15, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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🐾 FINAL WEEK TO ENTER RESCUE BREW: Charlotte pet lovers, you have until Monday to submit your furry friends for a chance to become the face of a limited-edition beer.
June 17, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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🎶 Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Nicks will take the stage at Charlotte’s Spectrum Center this fall in one of eight Live Nation shows added to her U.S. tour. #clt #fleetwoodmac

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June 16, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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🌭 Got that dog in you? Charlotte does — and it’s more than just a summer fling

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June 2, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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🥩 ⛔ Charlotte’s last location of McCormick & Schmick’s has closed, leaving fans of upscale steakhouse dining one option fewer in uptown. #charlotte #food #nc

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May 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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Wait, did Kendrick Lamar say "Hey, Atlanta" ... or "Carolina" last night in Charlotte? 👀

Listen to the audio then tell us what you hear!

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May 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM