Friendsgiving Celebrations Take Center Stage in Charlotte This Holiday Season

Friendsgiving Fun in Charlotte: Celebrate with Your Favorites!

As the holiday season rolls around, Charlotte is buzzing with excitement for Friendsgiving gatherings! This delightful tradition is all about celebrating friendship and community, and this year, you can dive into the festivities from early November right up until Thanksgiving Day. So whether you’re getting together with your best pals or hoping to make some new friends, there are plenty of options to choose from in the Queen City.

What’s Friendsgiving Anyway?

If you’re scratching your head wondering what Friendsgiving is, it’s basically a chance to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends instead of family. There’s no set date for this unofficial holiday, which means you can gather together whenever it suits you best! It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy some good food, great company, and perhaps even a cocktail or two!

Mark Your Calendars for These Hot Events!

  • Lake Norman Brunch & Girlfriends

    Location: Cornelius (exact address upon RSVP)

    Date: Saturday, Nov. 9, 4:30 p.m.

    Gather the girls for a delightful potluck style Friendsgiving! This event is for women of all ages wanting to share food and fun. You’ll sign up for dishes to make sure there’s no doubling up. Best part? It’s totally free—just don’t forget to RSVP!

  • DishCourse Friendsgiving

    Location: The Workman’s Friend, 1531 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205

    Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.

    Join this unique gathering designed to celebrate delicious food and new friendships! With tables of six to eight guests, it’s a perfect way to make connections. Plus, each guest leaves with a lovely homemade candle. You’ll want to grab a ticket early—prices start at $70+, and they’re prepaid via Eventbrite!

  • Carolina Crawls’ Friendsgiving Night

    Location: Resident Culture South End, 332 W Bland St C, Charlotte, NC 28203

    Date: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 6-9 p.m.

    Are you ready for a night of games and giving? Join in the fun with Friends trivia, music bingo, and don’t forget the chance to donate nonperishable foods for Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. The event is free, but a suggested donation of $10 would be appreciated!

  • Customshop Friendsgiving Feast

    Location: Customshop, 1601 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

    Date: Wednesday, Nov. 27, with seatings from 5-8 p.m.

    If you’re a food lover, you won’t want to miss this five-course Friendsgiving dinner collaboration with Jean’s Cold Drinks. Dishes like Bass Crudo and Chocolate and Miso Tart are sure to blow your taste buds away! Tickets are priced at $125 and can be reserved via OpenTable—with an optional cocktail pairing for $45.

  • Eat, Gay, Love Dinner

    Location: Resident Culture South End, 332 W Bland St C, Charlotte, NC 28203

    Date: Thursday, Nov. 28, 2-5 p.m.

    This wonderful event is led by Queen City Nerve and celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with a free Thanksgiving meal! Operations are run through donations and volunteers—making it a heartwarming way to give back. Although free, donations are welcome!

Better Act Quickly!

Many of these Friendsgiving events have limited capacity, so if you’re interested in attending, make sure to RSVP or grab your tickets ASAP! It’s all about connecting with friends, enjoying hearty meals, and creating new memories during this wonderful season of gratitude.

So get out there, and create unforgettable moments with your favorite people—Charlotte’s Friendsgiving is just waiting for you!


Author: HERE Charlotte

HERE Charlotte

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