Connecting South End: Summer Social! 21+

Hosted by South End Social × Connecting Charlotte 📍 The Horseshoe in South End | 📅 Friday, June 27 | 6:30–9:00 PM

Summer’s here—and it’s the perfect time to mix things up. Whether you’re looking for new friends, find an engaging community, or maybe even a lil' summer spark, this social is your chance to connect with fun, local people in a no-pressure, high-vibe setting.

No awkward intros. No forced conversations. Just easy ways to meet new people while having a great time!

• A COMPLIMENTARY drink with your ticket (cheers!)
• All-night specials: $5 Tito’s (yep, mixed drinks too), $5 Fireball, $9 espresso martinis, and 75¢ wings

• Interactive group games hosted by LowerShelf Games
• Backyard vibes: cornhole, pong tables, & Pop-A-Shot (yes, there will be prizes!)
• Table topics + fun social prompts on the big screen - no boring small talk here
• Connect with your community - sign ups
• Raffle prizes, giveaways, and other surprises throughout the night
  
  💬 Who’s Who?

Let your wristband do the talking:

• 💛 Yellow = Just here for friends
• 💗 Pink = Single, interested in women (+friends)
• 💙 Blue = Single, interested in men (+friends)
• 💗💙 Pink & Blue = Interested in multiple genders (+friends)

This is the first Friday of the summer—come kick it off with good people, good drinks, and zero pressure. Solo-friendly, group-friendly, extrovert or introvert—we'll make connecting easy!

🎟 Tickets include your first drink + entry into games and giveaways.

Grab yours now and let’s make some new connections.Follow us on IG @connectingcharlotte + @southendsocial_clt + thehorseshoeclt

1. Secure your spot at the event before we sell out!
2. Check your confirmation email for a link to set up your Connecting Charlotte account. (Don't worry - this is not another dating app, just matchmaking tech so you can see compatibility scores and send "likes" to new friends - it's pretty cool!).
3. Show up, grab a complimentary drink on us, socialize, play games, enjoy the event, and make some new connections. Your host will send you your mutual matches shortly after the event to continue the conversations with your new friends (or crushes!).

Learn more on our website at Connecting Charlotte or our social accounts @connectingcharlotte.

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Additional Notes:

Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees, and we hope that everyone will approach this event with an open heart and an open mind. It is important to note that we do not discriminate based on age or sex, and all attendees are welcome at this event. If you plan on consuming alcohol, we ask that you do so safely, including utilizing Uber, Lyft, or other safe ride-share options.

If you have ideas for other events, improvements, or feedback, please contact us here: Contact — Connecting Charlotte.