‘It’s exciting:’ Late-night spots embracing later hours, larger capacity

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Weekends are looking a lot brighter for many bars and nightclubs in North Carolina thanks to the governor’s most recent executive order. Executive Order 195 included many changes such as allowing on-site alcohol sales until 11 p.m. and allowing a 30% capacity limit for certain venues such as bars, lounges and nightclubs.