Tremont Music Hall
400 w tremont ave., +1 704-343-9494, (http://www.tremontmusicha...). home of the city's best series of underground concerts. its gritty location on the edge of southend is right in tune with the personality of the music hall. at maximum capacity it can only hold a few hundred people, and the lack of permanent seating allows you to get as close as you like to the stage. a good mix of local and national acts.
Liaisons
316 rensselaer ave, +1 704-376-1617, (http://www.pinkhousenc.com). it might not look like a gay club from the outside, but this iconic victorian house in southend is one of the city's hidden gems. music videos, tv-watching parties during the week, and a nice balcony overlooking the skyline all make for a very cozy atmosphere.
Camden Market
1517 camden road, +1 704-277-0828. an outdoor market with lots of fresh produce, baked goods, and arts and crafts, all from local sellers.
Jillian's Billiards Club
200 east bland st., +1 704-376-4386, (http://www.jilliansbillia...). su-th 11:30am-midnight, f-sa 11:30am-2am. billiards, video games, and tvs.
Tutto Mondo Night Club
1820 south blvd., +1 704-332-8149, (http://www.tuttomondo.com/). m-sa 6pm-2am, su 9pm-2am.