Farmers’ markets are the most important way to connect farmers to the community. Shop at one of these Charlotte area farmers’ markets for the freshest produce, meat and other products.

Know of one that should be on the list? Let us know by emailing info@charlotteonthecheap.com.

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Sycamore Brewing has unveiled details of its new taproom. It’s at 2151 Hawkins Street, right next door to its original taproom.

The expansive new taproom, with 10,000 square feet, is opening in May, 2023.

The taproom will include two stories — a ground-level beer garden and a second-floor patio...

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Paws in the Park is a free event Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive, Pineville.

This is a free, family-friendly event, and will be held rain or shine.

The event is brought to you by Charlotte Black Dogs, and highlights dogs up for adoption, especially black dogs, which are less likely...

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Mecklenburg Park and Recreation has announced several egg hunts in 2023. You can find them all here. Make sure to follow the link and register in advance.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

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Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap things to do from Friday to Sunday (or Monday if it’s a holiday weekend.)

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

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If you’ve wanted to upgrade your kitchen appliances, make sure to check out Kitchen-Aid’s spring sale! Kitchen-Aid appliances aren’t cheap by any means, but they are high-quality and extremely durable. So, any time you can get a discount, it’s worth considering.

Here is one great deal, but you can find more on the ...

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The second ever drag brunch benefiting Dudley’s Place is coming back to Letty’s on Shamrock, 2121 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC.

There will be two seatings – one day only – on Sunday, April 2.

Grab a ticket for 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. Your ticket includes a brunch buffet provided by Letty’s on Shamrock, and you will...

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If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2023 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We are putting together together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!)

Also, check out a list of places to get pictures taken of your dog with the...

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If you’re a parent or teacher, and looking for things to do with kids in Charlotte, you have a lot to choose from, and you can find it all on Charlotte on the Cheap!

Click on the buttons, below, for content that will help you keep kids engaged, happy and busy in Charlotte. Some of the seasonal content will need to be updated for the...

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Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing.

Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also reach them by calling 704-802-9260.

Coming Up

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The Easter Bunny is coming to Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops in 2023, and we’ve got the details!

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

The Easter Bunny will be at both Bass Pro Shops at Concord Mills and Cabela’s in Fort Mill.

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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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The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free.

Learn about free days at Charlotte museums!

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Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids.

We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. Please scroll down to see it.

You might also be interested in this list of farmers markets in the Charlotte...

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Spring festivals are coming back to Charlotte in 2023.

From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids’ festivals, there will be a lot going on! We are highlighting a few major festivals. But then, read on for a much larger, ever-growing list of spring festivals.

Looking for spring fun with your pooch? Check out...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are on Spring Break, including a holiday, a teacher workday, and weekends, from Saturday, April 7, to Sunday, April 16, 2023.

Here are a few FREE or CHEAP things to do with them to keep them busy and happy. Make sure to follow each link to get the necessary details on times and locations. You can keep track of...

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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is presented by Charlotte Center City Partners.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte March 31st to April 16th, 2023, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations,...

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The City of Gastonia Parks and Recreation Department is holding an Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, March 29th, 2023. It will take place at 7 p.m. at Martha Rivers Park Soccer Fields, 1515 Neal Hawkins Road, Gastonia.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

This is a free event. The rain date is April 5th at...

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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 13th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

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Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films.

Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, and they gain you benefits as well.

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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major festival from March 31st to April 16th, 2023, that features multiple art installations, music performances and more.

Charlotte SHOUT! kicks off with Jazz Fest from March 31st to April 2nd, 2023.

Three days of free jazz performances will take place at the Ally Main Stage at The Plaza, 329 S Tryon Street,...

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Queen City Pet Photography is offering Easter Photo Shoot for pets on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Rabb Florist, 111 W Central Avenue, Mt. Holly, NC.

The cost is just $15 per family, with the proceeds benefiting Humane Society of Charlotte.

You can get your photo taken with your pets, or just have your pets in the picture....

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The 14th Annual 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 March 24th to April 2nd, 2023.

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

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Whether you’re shopping for a gift, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of trending deals at Amazon today. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.

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Blakeney Town Center, at the intersection of Ardrey Kell and Rea Roads, is hosting Spring Fling on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

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There’s no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months in Charlotte, and there’s really no better way to spend a nice evening.

We’ve put together a huge list of outdoor concerts, mostly free, throughout the whole Charlotte area.

Many outdoor concert series have not been announced yet for 2023. We will update here...

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On the 31st of every month, Baskin Robbins is offering 31% off scoops all day at participating locations.

We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.

Waffle cones, toppings and sundaes are excluded from the discount.

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Charlotte Ideas Festival is a 5-day festival that’s part of the larger 3-week Charlotte SHOUT! festival. The Charlotte Ideas Festival features a range of thinkers, innovators and audience members, all sharing wisdom and exploring topics—from the hard and necessary work of citizenship to finding joy in our lives to the latest...

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Art Walk on Union is an all-day festival of art and music in Downtown Concord. The next event is on April 1st, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artists and makers will be selling their handmade art work on Union Street and the lawn of the Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union...

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Ben & Jerry’s is hosting Free Cone Day on April 3rd, 2023! This event is returning for the first time since 2019.

Participating shops only. Limit one cone per customer. You might want to check with your favorite scoop shop to make sure they’re participating.

In previous years, Ben...

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Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking?

Check out our list of Charlotte area restaurants and grocery stores where you can order an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. We’re limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for around $40 or under, per person.

In...

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Zetas of Charlotte has rescheduled their 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt to Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

This event is FREE and open to the community.

It takes place at Zeta House, 4248 Beatties Ford Road.

Enjoy:

• Games
• Snacks
• Food truck
• ...

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South CLT Pres is hosting a free Easter event for families at Ballantyne Elementary School, 15425 Scholastic Drive, Charlotte.

The free event is on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, at 10 a.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

The event includes:

• Bouncy houses
• Food
• Raffles
• Photo booth
• Easter egg...

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Looking for a summer camp in Charlotte for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents for summer camps, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore.

It’s important to know that registration for some of the camps happens early–as early as January–and spots can fill up quickly. So, research in...

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