Looking for something fun to do in Charlotte? Head to a Checkers game! You can go to Time Warner Arena the day of a game and most likely score lower or mid level tickets for 15 bucks! (or you can just buy online)
I really appreciate that I can go to a sporting event here -- without spending a ton (looking at you other CLT team that plays here!!!).
Ice hockey is just plain fun to watch - I'm not an expert by ANY means, but I really enjoy going to the games! You can park at 7th street station or one of the lots around the arena, easy peasy.
And, if you're lucky, you could win one of their events or a tshirt!