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14 ways to celebrate Juneteenth around Charlotte

Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States.

It marks the day, June 19th, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to...

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10th Anniversary Reevestock Music Festival — half price tickets available June 18

About the Festival

Reevestock Music Festival, which takes place on Friday, August 6th, and Saturday, August 7th, 2021, is a small, family-friendly music festival in a beautiful setting just an hour from Charlotte.

This is possibly the most...

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Fire Truck Show at North Carolina Transportation Museum

North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina, is hosting a Fire Truck Show on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Meet firefighters from around the state, get a close-up look at the...

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Free and cheap things to do this weekend around Charlotte

This list includes in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this weekend, from Friday to Sunday.

You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and...

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Kannapolis: Too Much Sylvia concert, followed by fireworks June 19 (and many more events)

Kannapolis' Summer Entertainment Series 2021 includes a diverse lineup of music and fun family movies. Some of the concerts end with fireworks.These are all free events.

While you're in Kannapolis make sure to explore the city,...

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“Pay what you wish” at Carolina Raptor Center on Juneteenth


Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Rd, Huntersville, within Latta Nature Center and Preserve, rehabilitates injured birds of prey, and educates the public about them.

You can see eagles, owls, vultures, hawks and falcons on the Raptor Trail....

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Go on a dinosaur drive-thru, Dino Train, feed farm animals, and more at a farm in Lincoln County this weekend

Uptown Family Farm, at 8216 S. Hebron Church Road, Vale (about an hour from Charlotte) is hosting a fun event this weekend, June 18th to 20th, 2021.

Ed's Dinosaurs Live is bringing a dinosaur experience to the farm. It will take place from...

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Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in 2021

The 4th of July in 2021 will be closer to normal than it was in 2020. There are fireworks displays and 4th of celebrations taking place throughout the Charlotte area, including WBT SkyShow. We'll be updating this page and adding to it as more...

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Father's Day 2021: freebies, discounts, and things to do

Fathers Day Card Logo Badge Signs And Symbol

Make Father's Day 2021 special in the Charlotte area with these ideas about how to spend the weekend. When more deals, freebies or events are announced we'll let you know that too!

As Dad always says, “We're not made of...

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Model A Concert Series in Tega Cay

Tega Cay Concert Series is a free outdoor music series that takes place one Saturday a month from April to September, 2021.

The free, family-friendly concerts take place at Runde Park, 5116 Windward Drive, Tega Cay, South Carolina. They're...

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Papi's Puerto Rican Cuisine's 2 year anniversary celebration: music, car show, bounce house, more

Papi's Puerto Rican Cuisine, at 440 E. McCullough Drive, is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with a party on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

There will be music outside all day, as well as:

  • New menu items
  • Car show
  • Bouncy...

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U-pick lavender all June at Dallas Lavender Lane

Dallas Lavender Lane Farm, at 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, is a family-owned farm in Gaston County.

They grow lavender, and they make and sell lavender products, like lavender essential oil, lotion, linen spray, lavender honey and...

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Nebel's Alley Night Market

Nebel's Alley Night Market is an open market that takes place in the evening in the Design District of the Historic South End. For an address, you can use Superica, 101 W. Worthington Avenue. Alternatively, aim for 1920 Camden Road.

Shop...

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Charlotte Fair opens June 17th — here's a list of discount days

The Charlotte Fair brings entertainment, rides, and plenty of fair food to 6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord (across U.S. 29 from Charlotte Motor Speedway) from June 17th to 27th, 2021.

Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • ...

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Free: Summer Night Sing-Along at Lee Street Theatre, with cast of Grease

Lee Street Theatre, at 329 N. Lee Street, Salisbury, is presenting Grease for three weekends in July.

Get a head start on enjoying the show with a FREE family-friendly event on Saturday, June 19th, 2021.

The Summer Night Sing-Along will...

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Chalk the Block pop-up party at sip co. in Concord


sip co., at 50 Branchview Drive, Concord, is holding a free pop-up event, Chalk the Block, on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sip co. takes your favorite soda and drinks and gives them a twist with delicious flavors, mix-ins, and...

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Summer concert returns to Stonecrest Shopping Center

Stonecrest Summer Concert Series takes place every Friday and Saturday through August 28th, 2021.

This is a free concert series.

On Fridays the concerts will take place at the Fountain from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Saturdays they will take...

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Free “Gone Fishing” event for kids at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's are hosting FREE fishing activities for kids on June 12th and 13th, and June 19th and 20th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Gone Fishing will feature catch-and-release ponds, free crafts, free photos (with free...

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Cornelius: Symphony in the Park and Fireworks

The Town of Cornelius is hosting Symphony in the Park and Fireworks on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, starting at 6 p.m.

The event will feature the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra performing their “Spirit of America” program at 8:30 p.m....

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Blakeney Summer Concert Series

Blakeney's Summer Concert Series is back!

Blakeney Shopping Centers, at Ardrey Kell and Rea Road, will be hosting the free concerts every Saturday from June 5th to September 4th, 2021.

They'll take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in...

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Gaston All American Fair features rides, entertainment, Hillbilly Olympics, more


Gaston All American Fair brings rides, carnival games, contests, music, and more to Eastridge Mall, 246 N. New Hope Road, Gastonia, from June 18th to 27th, 2021.

Admission to the fair is free. Some attractions will have a fee.

Armbands...

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Drive-in movies near Charlotte — here's what's playing this weekend

There are three drive-in theaters fairly close to Charlotte, and they are a great source of affordable family entertainment.

Hound's Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, and Badin Road Drive-In, in Albemarle, are both operating. Sunset Drive-In, in...

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