Spring is here and the water is calling. There’s nothing better than to be out on a boat in the spring and summer summer, whether the boat is a kayak, a pontoon, a pedal boat or something in between.

But what if you don’t own a boat?

There are still several opportunities for enjoying a float or a paddle on a river or a lake. Read...

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Save money at Carowinds with these exclusive discounts!

Carowinds has opened for the season. Carolina Harbor (the water park) will be open on select days starting May 27th, 2022.

The discount tickets will save you a LOT. When you compare prices, make sure you’re comparing apples to apples. When you buy an...

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Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, is offering a special membership deal for Mother’s Day.

Learn more about more Mother’s Day freebies, deals and events in Charlotte!

From Thursday, May 5th, to Sunday, May 8th, 2022, get 20% off memberships, whether it’s for a new or...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center’s annual Memorial Day celebration takes place Saturday, May 28th, and Sunday, May 29th, 2022.

It includes a trail race, yoga, and live music. The festival concludes with fireworks on Sunday night.

It’s free to attend the celebration, but there’s a charge for participating in races or...

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RiverFest is a family friendly festival presented by Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation. It takes place on the banks of the Catawba River, at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park, 1400 E Catawba Street, Belmont, on Saturday, May 14th, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This is a free festival that includes fun activities...

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Celebrate Mother’s Day by taking Mom to brunch. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th, 2022. We’re putting together a list of restaurants in the charlotte area where you can get Mother’s Day Brunch for $35 or under per person. (That doesn’t mean you can’t spend more at these restaurants!)

We’re including...

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Dogwood Farms, at 2838 Dogwood Avenue, Charlotte, is hosting Field Day on Saturday, May 7th, 2022, from 2 to 10 p.m. This location is a shady 1.5 acres is just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.

Tickets are $20.

Enjoy live music, yard games (yes, you can win trophies) and $5 craft beer all day from several breweries. There will be BBQ by Smoke...

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What is there to do this week in Charlotte? A lot! This list includes things to do in Charlotte, and surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday.

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more.

We focus on free and cheap events,...

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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022, is Teacher Appreciation Day, but it’s Teacher Appreciation Week all week, from May 2nd to May 6th, 2022! Several businesses are offering special deals and freebies to educators, and some do all year long.

Make sure to click each link to get all the details. As always, participation might vary, so if the deal is...

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There are plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Charlotte in 2022!

After our list of ideas for celebrating, we have a list of Mother’s Day freebies and discounts, many...

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This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, from Friday to Sunday.

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more.

We focus on free and cheap events, but, of course, the definition of...

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The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation works to ensure clean, plentiful water in the Catawba River Basin through advocacy and education. Learn more about what they do and how you can be involved.

The organization is offering a growing number of opportunities to kayak, included kayak rentals, guided tours, and kids’ programs. Read on to learn...

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Charlotte’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations are coming back. Read on for a list of restaurant deals, and then keep reading for a list of Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

If you’re not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily emails (just one a day), and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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On Saturday, May 14th, 2022, Carrigan Farms is planning to open their natural quarry to swimmers or the season.

Swimming at the Carrigan Farms quarry is definitely not the least expensive way to swim in the Charlotte region, but it’s worth a mention in case you can swing a splurge. This is the most...

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The City of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, is presenting a FREE summer concert series once a month (except August) from May to October, 2022.

The concerts take place at 6 p.m., at Patriots Park, 220 South Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day...

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Zaxby’s is offering a special deal on May 3rd, 2022, for both Nurses Appreciation Week and Teachers Appreciation Week. However, this deal is available for everyone.

Find a list of Teacher Appreciation Week deals and Nurses Appreciation Week deals.

Buy one Boneless Wings Meal and get one free, all day on May 3rd, while supplies last.

The...

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The Matthews Concert Band is a volunteer community band of professional and dedicated amateur musicians.

The band started in 2001 and now has around 60 members from all walks of life, who enjoy making music together each week.

Its mission is to encourage lifelong participation in music.

Its repertoire includes classic concert band standards,...

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National Concert Week is May 4th to 10th, 2022. During this time Live Nation is making tickets to 3,700 shows nationwide available for $25.

These are “All-In” tickets, meaning the $25 includes fees.

Note: Please consider that there are many small, independent venues in Charlotte that routinely present live...

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Memorial Day 2022 in Charlotte will feature events celebrating the beginning of summer, as well as events to commemorate our fallen military personnel.

We will also share information on Memorial Day freebies and discounts when they’re announced. And we also have a schedule below of everything on our event calendar for Memorial Day...

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SHRED Skatedeck Art Show and Auction is an annual event that raises money for families of children with exceptional medical needs. The fundraiser is through the auction and art show of custom-painted skatedecks (and more.)

This year it takes place Saturday, May 14th, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., at HopFly Brewing Co., 1327 South Mint...

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Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 7th, 2022! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like signings from artists, and more. Libraries also participate.

Below is a list of stores and libraries in the Charlotte area that are participating in Free Comic...

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The Plaza Midwood neighborhood is celebrating springtime with Midwood Maynia.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the Charlotte area!

This popular annual festival takes place Saturday, May 7th, 2022. It features live music, food, beer from a local brewery, local artisans, a pet parade, fun kids’...

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Old Town Public House, 21314 Catawba Avenue in Cornelius, specializes in coffee, espresso, craft beer, fine wines and live music. It’s located in the heart of Old Town Cornelius. There’s no cover for the live music, so make sure to stop by.

Please do tip the musicians, buy a drink, tip the bartender or barista, and maybe buy a CD if...

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The U.S. National Whitewater River Center’s popular River Jams are free concerts take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening in the warm months.

They take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to September, 2022.

The music will go from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The schedule might be a...

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is thanking teachers for all they do with a FREE mini-sundae.

On Teacher’s Appreciation Week, May 2nd to May 6th, 2022, teachers with valid school ID get a free single-topping mini sundae.

No purchase is required.

Learn about more Teacher Appreciation Week freebies and deals in...

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St. Sarkis Armenian Church, at 7000 Park Road, Charlotte, is holding its annual Armenian Spring Food Festival from Friday, May 20th, to Sunday, May 22nd, 2022.

• Friday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Saturday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This is your chance to try delicious, authentic Armenian food, including beef and chicken kebabs, side...

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The Town of Matthews is presenting Beats ‘n Bites, an outdoor concert series.

The concerts will take place the last Friday of the month, April through September, 2022, in Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews.

Each event will feature a live band, plus five or six food trucks, and beer from Seaboard Brewing.

...

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