Epicentre 'tourist zone' quip

The Epicentre is an entertainment complex in Uptown Charlotte that opened in 2008 and includes bars, restaurants, and venues such as The Fillmore Charlotte. Locals frequently joke that the Epicentre is where tourists and out-of-town visitors congregate and that it's busiest only during major events or game nights. The complex's visibility in the center of Uptown makes it a common reference point in local nightlife banter.