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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Who really has the cheapest groceries? Everyone wants to save money at the supermarket. We’re providing a weekly list of the best deals and sales at several grocery stores in the Charlotte area. Stay tuned — more stores will be added to this list soon.

Please keep in mind that some grocery stores require you to be a member of their...

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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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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is a partnership between Charlotte Center City Partners and Blumenthal Performing Arts.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte April 1st to 17th, 2022, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

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

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The Annual Coulwood Easter Egg Hunt is free and open to the public. It takes place on Saturday, April 16th, 2022, at the Coulwood Hills Clubhouse, 506 Coulwood Drive, in northwest Charlotte.

The event takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with the egg hunt starting promptly at 10:30 a.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts...

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Unless you just emerged from a coma (welcome back!) you know that UNC and Duke are facing each other in a Final Four game on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022. The game is scheduled for 8:49 p.m.

UNC and Duke have never faced each other in the NCAA Tournament, much less the Final Four, so it’s a big deal for the many people who have a favorite...

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Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Do you love a good deal? You’re in the right place. We keep track of the best Krispy Kreme deals, right here.

Also, keep reading for a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations.

April Fools Day Promotion

This deal takes place on April Fool’s Day, Friday, April 1st, 2022, but it’s no...

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2022 is the United Nations’ International Year of Glass. This is a year-long celebration of the role that glass plays in our society.

Hot Glass Alley, Charlotte’s first glass-blowing studio, is celebrating the International Year of Glass with a special celebration on April 2nd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The studio holds...

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South End Gallery Crawl is an arts event that takes place the first Friday of every month. Galleries stay open late to host receptions for new exhibits. Many exhibits are timed to open the first Friday of the month. The events often include live music, food, and beer or wine. The events are free to attend.

Hours for the different venues...

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If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2022 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We have put together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!)

We are adding events as they’re added.

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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 March 25th to April 3rd, 2022.

You might also be interested in the Queen Charlotte Fair, which takes place April 14th to 24th, 2022.

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Squirrel Lake Park, 1631 Pleasant Planes Road in Matthews, is the site for Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This day of free family fun in the park is presented by HAWK (Habitat and Wildlife Keepers), the Town of Matthews, and NCWF’s Great Outdoors University.

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President James K. Polk North Carolina State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, pays tribute to our 11th president and presents living history that brings the early 19th century to life. It’s free to visit.

The site also presents some special events, some of which are also free to attend, and some of which have a small fee.

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Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art.

According to North Carolina law it operates as a private club, and, thus, is required to charge a membership fee. The fee is $1 per year.

Free parking is available in the secure gravel...

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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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Steinway Piano Gallery-Charlotte, at 7030 Smith Corners Boulevard, often hosts free concerts. It’s near Northlake Mall. There are two concerts coming up.

Matthews Manwarren

The next concert features Matthews Manwarren on Sunday, March 27th, 2022, from 4 to 5 p.m.

Matthews Manwarren will perform Beethoven’s Eroica Variations,...

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The Easter Bunny is coming to Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops in 2022, 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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Don’t pay full price for concerts if you don’t have to! We will update this page as frequently as we can, but there will still be times when you events on this page have sold out, or the discount is no longer available, or the event is over.

We also include tickets for sports events, when there’s a discount.

Please note...

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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 teas, and more.

Shop for lavender products like honey, tea, lotions and more....

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There is a ton of live music happening in Charlotte, and it can be hard to keep track of it, but we’re here to help. Keep reading for a list of upcoming shows.

Looking for concerts this weekend (and beyond) in Charlotte?

Here’s a list of the next few days of shows from MusicEverywhereCLT.com. You can...

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Tommy’s Pub, 3124 Eastway Drive, is a small neighborhood bar that’s big on music and community. It is now hosting both indoor and outdoor events.

Go to Tommy’s Pub’s Facebook page, where they regularly provide updates about upcoming music.

Upcoming Events at Tommy’s Pub

Here are some upcoming events in spring...

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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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Front Porch Sundays, the popular monthly vendor market, starts up for 2022 on Sunday, April 3rd, and will continue the first Sunday of the month for the rest of the year.

This season, it’s moving from Sycamore Brewing to Atherton, at 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte.

Enjoy shopping from 70+ local vendors and artisans, as well as food...

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Noodles & Company has some special deals coming up. They are all exclusive to Noodles’ Rewards Members.

• April 1st to 3rd, 2022: Free side of Mac & Cheese or side salad. No minimum purchase required.
• April 8th to 10th, 2022: Free shareable with regular entrée jpurchase
• April 15th to 17th, 2022: Free delivery, for Tax Day
• April...

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Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic and StarMed Healthcare will continue their annual Easter tradition of giving back to the community by distributing 350 family meal bags on Saturday, April 9th, 2022.

Distribution will begin at 10 a.m. at each of the four Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic locations in Charlotte and...

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The inaugural Empanada Fest will take place April 9th, 2022! It will be at Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission is free, with food and drink for purchase.

There will be live music, dancing and a DJ.

And, of course, empanadas! You’ll be able to purchase all kinds of empanadas, including baked,...

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This year, 2022, marks the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day.

In-person Earth Day celebrations are returning this year. 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,...

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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.

We have a big day-by-day list of restaurant deals...

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Zetas of Charlotte are holding their 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Rain date is April 9th, 2022.

This event is FREE and open to the community.

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

Enjoy:

• Games
• ...

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