Wendy’s fans, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll add current deals as they’re announced.

And, if you’re a regular, join the chain’s loyalty program Wendy’s Rewards for FREE food and exclusive discounts. Many of Wendy’s deals are available only on the app.

Wendy’s and DoorDash are ending March with a...

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A new outdoor concert series, SouthPark After 5, will take place at Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC.

It kicks off April 20, 2023, and will take place every Thursday through May 25, 2023 at 5 p.m.

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

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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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Discovery Place Science, 301 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, will be hosting “The Bias Inside Us,” an exhibition and community engagement project from the Smithsonian, from March 11th to April 9th, 2023.

“The Bias Inside Us” unpacks and demystifies the concept of bias through compelling images, interactives, testimonials...

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National Burrito Day is April 6, 2023, and Moe’s Southwest Grill is celebrating!

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.

On April 6, 2023, buy one burrito at Moe’s and get...

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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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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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The City of Kings Mountain, NC, is hosting Flashlight and Glow-In-The-Dark Easter Egg Hunt on Thursday, April 6th, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. It takes place at Patriots Park, 220 S Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC.

Gathering time is 7:30 p.m. and the start time is 8 p.m.

Bring your Easter basket, flashlight and camera!

Find more Easter egg...

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If you love Smashburger, you’ve come to the right place. Read on for a list of current Smashburger deals.

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

BOGO Wings

Smashburger is offering a special: Buy one order of...

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Divine Barrel Brewing offers wood-fermented and barrel-aged wilds and sours, as well as unique interpretations of classic styles. They aim to create interesting experiments to inspire Charlotte’s beer-drinking community.

You can find them at 3701 N. Davidson Street, Suite 203. If you have any questions, you can reach them at...

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This year, 2023, marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day.

Read on for a list of major events, followed by some ways to celebrate Earth Day at home, and then a day by day list of all Earth Day events on Charlotte on the Cheap’s calendar.

If you’re not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily...

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Food Truck season is arriving! March 17th, 2023, marks the return of several popular Food Truck Fridays in Charlotte!

Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can’t be explained. It’s even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from.

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Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring consignment sales for 2023. Some spring consignment sales in Charlotte start in February.

Save loads of money on clothes for yourself and your kids. Most of these sales are for kids’ clothing, toys and accessories, but there is at least one in the...

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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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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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Seoul Food Meat Company is hosting an Easter party at its Mill District location, 421 E 26th Street, Charlotte, NC.

The party is taking place Friday, April 7th, 2023, from 3 to 8 p.m. It’s free to attend. If it rains, the festivities will move indoors and under the covered patio.

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Dairy Queen is offering a small Blizzard for just 85¢ from April 10 to 23, 2023. A small Blizzard is normally around $4. Participating locations only!

DQ is presenting five new Blizzard flavors:

Peanut Butter Puppy Chow Blizzard – Made with crispy puppy chow pieces (cereal!), peanut butter topping, choco chunks, blended...

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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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Potions & Pixels is a group with a passion for games. They have a library of around 300 games, including nostalgic games from childhood, party games and strategic games. They hold game nights at various venues, and they bring 75-100 of their games to each event.

You can find their schedule on their Facebook page.

Here’s...

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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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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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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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The City of Kings Mountain is hosting Earth Day at the Gateway Trail on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail. Check back soon for the time, and other details.

Check out more Earth Day celebrations in Charlotte!

Kings Mountain Gateway Trail is at 807 S. Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain,...

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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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Charlotte area drive-in movie fans have fewer opportunities this year. There is only one drive-in theater currently operating — Badin Road Drive-in, in Albemarle.

Two other drive-ins announced permanent closures this winter.

In February, Hound’s Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, which enjoyed great success during...

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NoDa Brewing Company, at 150 W 32nd Street, Charlotte (the North End location) hosts many free events. They also have a second location at 2229 N. Davidson St. Be sure to double-check the location before attending an event.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Check out NoDa Brewing Company’s Facebook page for...

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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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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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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.

You might also be interested in our list of ...

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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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Crave Hot Dog & BBQ — Concord, at 3050 Derita Road, Concord, serves up hot dogs, smoked brisket, pulled chicken and pulled pork, and also has many local beers on tap.

On Wednesday, April 5th, 2023, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., the Easter Bunny will be there for a meet & greet. Take pictures with your own camera. There’s no...

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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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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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Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information.

Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding...

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