BullyPulpit, I think you are correct that the experience with Bham won't come close to Charlotte. The Friday night festivities are: 1) $100.00 per person- Team hotel, dinner, open bar, a band.... 2) Dreamland - $50.00 or so per family,dinner, open door, ribs, probably go to Five Points and create a pep rally. 3) Five Points - $???? Your decision. Here there are plenty of bars and restaurants. Wait for the pep rally. GO BULLS!