Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, Dec. 5, 2013 as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
* Homebrew Showcase at Neighborhood Theatre
* Weihnachtsmarkt at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
* Miracle on 34th Street at Armour Street Theatre
* Charlotte Symphony: Magic of Christmas at Belk Theater
* Al Ernst at The Comedy Zone