Hey Reddit!

I’m a 33-year-old male (Hispanic/White, 5'9", brown hair/eyes, fit) visiting Charlotte, NC from San Francisco from Sept 29 to Oct 4. So far, the only thing I have scheduled are some Barry’s Bootcamp classes, but I’m looking for recommendations on fun activities and hidden gems perfect for a solo traveler.

I enjoy a mix of both gay and non-gay things, and I’d love to hear about:

• Gay bars that are solo-traveler-friendly
• Great local food spots (BBQ, Southern cuisine, or anything unique)
• Cozy coffee shops or cafes where I can relax
• Arts, history, or museums worth checking out
• Cool neighborhoods for exploring and people-watching
• Live music or cultural events happening during my stay

Any tips on how to get around the city would also be appreciated! I’ll likely be relying on public transportation or rideshare.

Thanks in advance for your help! 😊

I’m looking to explore more in the kink community but I also want to make sure it is at a safe and embracing environment. It would be even better if it is somewhere queer🏳️‍🌈

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I'm looking for information about Eros Spa in Charlotte. I'll be visiting at the end of the month from San Francisco and am curious if it's worth checking out or if there are other spa recommendations you'd suggest.

…from New York City. Need to know the perfect place to get an Airbnb that’s close to gay bars. Walking distance prefer. Any advise? Boundaries?

Thanks!

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Hey All - I'm starting a club/group for folks interested in staying active and participating in sports and recreational activities (hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, rec sports leagues etc.). I'm hoping to find maybe 2-3 people who'd like to help organize events and activities. I'm not planning on this being a huge time commitment or super formal. Let me know if you're interested in organizing or in being an active member of the group!

Hi everyone! We're a senior gay couple looking to move somewhere mainly with nicer weather. Charlotte checks off several boxes but was wondering how gay friendly it is. We aren't interested in the gay night life. We want to be able to move around the city without being harassed or even getting side eyes. We're in Chicago where there's no hassles. Are there neighborhoods to focus on for housing? Lastly, my husband is interested in Mooresville/Lake Norman area. Is that area gay friendly or Trumpy? Thanks!

Any lgbtq bikers in the area?

Visiting Charlotte for work this week. I found this spa while looking for fun stuff to do but also saw all the negative reviews. Is it worth going to even if I don’t get any action and/or any relaxation?

I'm currently outside as I'm writing you this message and im hoping something would come thru and i just moved to Charlotte 2 weeks ago looking for a bettwr opportunity i heard about Charlotte while i was working for a log cabin company i loved the north Carolina environment especially boone nc after my relationship of 4 years end i saved up some money but in job applications had a interview and got on the bus to come i paid for a hotel thru my membership at choice but i couldn't land a job in time i have one now but i dont get paid until Friday hopefully earlier through chime i looking for any help or side gigs im not a alcoholic or druggie i can do any labor work or yard work needed i also not trying to go to the homeless shelter when there more people in need im just down on my luck temporarily and was hoping anyway could help i just need money for until I get paid a couple I'll be ok and back on my feet I just didn't plan things out well before relocating here and I don't have a vehicle or bike I been on Craigslist since 6 this morning scrolling refreshing the labor gig page either the job be taken or I don't get a response and if anyone would have to have any yard work or labor work or know anyone that does I'm willing to work I just something like right now I currently have 5000 points on choice if I come up with 30 more I could buy points and book a room for tonight I checked out of clarion hotel by the airport south today and had to walk from arrowhead to queen city drive because I got on the wrong and bus passed expired its just be a long day and I wanna just sleep comfortably thanks reading

Here for one night looking for some fun 😉 with men

Any suggestions to meet gay guys in Charlotte this week? Have a hotel downtown.

Hellooo i (she/her, 24) am not a citizen of Charlotte but a bunch of shit just went down with my partner's job (he/him, 27) and TLDR we may be forced to move to Charlotte. I know absolutely nothing about this place, and im queer so i supposed this was a good start. Its early stages so im just trying to understand what the city is like. We live in atlanta rn and its super open and liberal and accepting within the city and the area we live in. I was just in fort mill, SC and it was ass backwards as fuck ... so im trying to figure out if Charlotte is similar, better, worse, etc. For context we have one dog, and no kids. Ideally kids will come later in life. Any takes would be helpful :)

Can anyone give insight into the age makeup of the league? I'm a 30-something lesbian and haven't been in a Stonewall league since my early 20s, and never in Charlotte. I'm considering social kickball and am curious about the vibe! tyia

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My partner (30m) and I (32m) are looking for other people in the area to play Diablo 4 with. Typically play nights and weekends. DM me for battle tags.

I mean, lower than the local discords I found (most of which I left once I realized I was not in the age bands of any of the active users) lower than Facebook groups and Fetlife groups I've found - what gives?

My partner (F30) and I (NB33) are in Charlotte this week and looking for things to get into! Not super into clubbing, but looking for a more low-key and friendly vibe. Somewhere it's easy to strike up a conversation with strangers and sit back and vibe for a while. Most interested in spots that are walking distance to other things (shops, food, music), but understand that we may need to drive to hit up places of interest. Really open to a wide range of suggestions, as long as the environment is fun, friendly, and accepting. tyia

I (30m) am throwing a surprise 5th anniversary party for my fiancee (32m) at Crown Station Pub in the Noda area of Charlotte. I had a lot of family and friends cancel at the last minute. If any of you would like to come party with us I have 60 Papa John's pizzas and a dj! Swing through and slay with us!

Every Wednesday at 7! Drag performances and 4 rounds of bingo!

Anyone have a suggestion?

Anyone else in Charlotte for Labor Day? Any LGBTQ events happening this weekend? Or other things worth checking out?