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A 1.5 mile long track located in a Northeastern suburb of Charlotte, this super speedway was the first track to offer night-time racing and full-time residential condominiums by the track. The speedway's nearly year-round calendar of events, including monster truck rallies, auto fairs, dirt track racing and vintage car shows, makes it an irresistible magnet for visitors across the state. This is a good place to take the kids for a smaller event, or a way to soak up Southern sporting culture and excitement during the races. Nearby campgrounds are well-equipped, so you can stay for more than a day if you like.

Visulite Theatre

Over the years, this historic building has been home to many different theatres and shops, but now it is one of the best places around to hear live music. All different types of music genres frequent the Visulite Theatre - alternative, bluegrass, jazz, rock and more. It attracts a wide variety of music lovers from the Elizabeth neighborhood and can hold up to 540 people. In addition, it boasts a full bar and plenty of comfortable couches so you can sit back and take in the mellow atmosphere while listening to your favorite performers. Check out the website for new bookings and events as the hours may vary.

Coyote Joe's

This popular, members-only concert venue hosts bands like Out of the Blue in addition to its in-house rockers who perform on the stage. Several country music concerts also take place here. Free dance classes are offered on ladies nights when women patrons can enter free of charge. Keep your ID on hand —you can enter only if you are 18 or above, while drinks are offered only to those over 21 years of age.

PNC Music Pavilion

The PNC Music Pavilion (former Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre) in Charlotte hosts many concerts by headliners such as Dave Matthews Band, Def Leppard, and Ozzy Osbourne. Check their website for a calendar of events and ticketing information.

Spectrum Center

Spectrum Center, formerly known as the Time Warner Cable Arena, has something for everyone. Charlotte's premier entertainment and sports venue has a seating capacity of over 20,000 and hosts the city's most popular games, concerts and performances. This indoor arena has played host to big names like Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones and U2 amongst others. The stadium serves as the home venue for Charlotte Hornets and the Charlotte Sting.

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is one of the oldest and most famous breweries in Charlotte. The beers have a distinctive and original German feel to it and the brews tend to be a classic mix of hops, malt, water and yeast without any other experimental addition. After a tour of the facilities, you can settle down for a drink and a couple of hearty American snacks or sit out in the German style beer garden. A good time to visit is during the famous Oktoberfest that takes place in Olde Mecklenburg Brewery.

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Duke Family Performance Hall

207 Faculty Drive, Knobloch Campus Center, Davidson College, Davidson, NC, United States, 28036

Inaugurated in 2002, Duke Family Performance Hall is one of the main event centers of Davidson College in Davidson. Equipped with state-of-art facilities, the venue is mainly used for in-house events and is also available for educational conferences, theater, and music performances. The hall can accommodate up to 600 spectators for a single event,

The Palmer Building

2601 East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28204

Divine Barrel Brewing

3701 North Davidson Street, Suite 203, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28205

The Divine Barrel Brewing is replete with tasty beer and a great ambiance. The drafts available here are inventive mixtures of wood fermented and wood-aged beers which are carefully created to appeal to the taste-buds of patrons. The prices are quite moderate, and customers can also indulge in bar games like corn hole. The brewery prides itself on its beautiful patio as well as its barrel room which contains numerous barrels ranging from sour beers to red and white wine barrels. These can be viewed by patrons during the tours of the brewery provided by the staff. With the brewery team's emphasis on wild and sour beers, customers can savor the unique taste of the drinks in a comfortable space.

Romare Bearden Park

Free

300 South Church Street, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202

Romare Bearden Park is a community facility great for some recreation and relaxation. Named after the renowned Charlotte resident and artist, this 5.4-acre (2.19-hectare) park is located a short distance from the Mint Museum. It is replete with gardens, courtyards, children's playgrounds and picnic spots. The manicured lawns feature waterfalls and over 10,000 varieties of flora that are inspired by Bearden's work. The gazebo is used to host an array of cultural programs like workshops, exhibitions, the RomareFest, Party in the Park and Music Box Lunch Series.

Free

Sportsplex at Matthews

2425 Sports Parkway, Matthews, NC, United States, 28105

A versatile sports complex, the Sportsplex at Matthews offers miscellaneous facilities for rugby, soccer, football, hockey and lacrosse. Besides many turf fields and a couple of playgrounds, there is also a 4117-seat stadium that encompasses this complex. It regularly hosts independent state games at the stadium. During game days, the concourse is filled with food trucks and beer vendors, so you can enjoy the match with tasty bites and drinks.