Will this new app revolutionize Charlotte nightlife?

The next big thing could be a Charlotte-based social app targeting partiers.

 Socialtopias gave potential socialtopians a preview of the app Thursday at Sycamore Brewing.  The app promises to be tailored to users interests and friends and much more private than Facebook. Think Yelp, Facebook, Groupon, GroupMe and Instagram combined into one. Socialtopias officially launches New Year's Eve. It's worth checking out a sneak preview. You won't get it unless you get it. 7 p.m. Slate Billiards, 200 E Bland St. 


More things to do tonight. See you in the streets...

Happy Anniversary - Celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Charlotte LGBTQ institution, The Bar at 316. Although it's only been five years as Bar Charlotte, this spot has been a fixture in the gay community for more than 20 years (formerly Liaisons). Enjoy go-go dancers, drag queens and more. 9 p.m. The Bar at Charlotte, 316 Rensselaer Ave.

Not An Ugly Sweater Party - Breakout your tight Santa suit for the 4th Annual Sexy Santa Party. 9:30 p.m. Suite, 210 E Trade St. 

Spoken Word -  December Slam featuring Christopher Michael. He brings his #ThinkLaughandCryTour to Charlotte for the monthly slam event. 8 - 10:30 p.m. Booth Playhouse, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N Tryon St (Enter Through Founders Hall). 

Don't Forget

International Party - Enjoy partying with people from more than 100 nationalities including Russian, Greek and Baltic communities at Global Fever. DJ Europrogressive & DJ Dim will create a European experience in nightlife; spinning Euro House, Russian, Ukrainian, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Bulgarian, Greek, Albanian, and much more! 10 p.m. The Vault, 210 E. Trade St. The EpiCentre. Parking available. $10. #TJTurnup

XOXO presents A VERY TAMPONE CHRISTMAS with your favorite swinging socialites throwing a Christmas Party! Games, songs and the Mystery of Christmas will be yours to enjoy this event. It features a rotating roster of special musical guests and gourmet treats at each performance. 8 p.m. Dec. 19-21. The Frock Shop, 901 Central Ave. $25,18+, Limited Seating. Reservations Required: xoxoperformance@gmail.com Bring a white elephant gift to exchange with someone. #TJTurnup

Get spooked at the Ghosts of Christmas Tour of the 4th Ward. Dress warmly for a candlelit cemetery tour of the 4th Ward hosted by Good Eats and Meets and the Get Dead Crew. 7 p.m. RiRa, 208 N. Tryon St. $15/$25.