Lodging and Dining

Within walking distance of the Charlotte Bobcats Arena, Charlotte's center city has over 150 restaurants, entertainment and arts venues and 3,700 hotel rooms to suit all tastes and budgets.

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Transportation

Charlotte's brand-new LYNX light rail line makes Uptown more accessible than ever! Pair that with the free Gold Rush shuttle, and you've got great ways to get where the action is without using your car.

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Parking

Growing cities have growing pains, and Charlotte is no exception! Take a few minutes to plan ahead for your parking needs. Plenty of parking is available within blocks of the Charlotte Bobcats Arena as are free shuttles via the Gold Rush!

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2009 Schedule of Events

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Food Lion Women's Tournament Begins

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Food Lion Women's Tournament
Ford Men's Tournament Begins
CIAA High School Day

Thursday, February 26, 2009

CIAA Career Expo
Food Lion Women's Quarterfinals
Ford Men's Quarterfinals
CIAA Ford Fan Experience Begins

Friday, February 27, 2009

CIAA Women's Luncheon
Food Lion Women's Semifinals
Ford Men's Semifinals - ESPN Classic -
CIAA Ford Fan Experience
Steve Harvey Morning Show
CIAA McDonald's Step Show
CIAA McDonald's Step Show After Party

Saturday, February 28, 2009

UNCF 5k Walk/Run for Education
Food Lion's Women's Final - 5 p.m.
Ford Men's Final - ESPN Classic - 8 p.m.
CIAA McDonald's Super Saturday
CIAA Ford Fan Experience
CIAA Post Tournament Party