Subway is a fast and affordable meal option on-the-go! You can easily customize your order to fit your dietary needs and (let’s face it) your culinary cravings.

With regular and footlong options, the new protein bowls, salads, wraps, kids’ meals, and even breakfast (at participating shops), you’ll find what you want, when you need it!...

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One of the main reasons that Charlotte on the Cheap reaches so many people is because of word of mouth. We’d like to thank our newsletter subscribers for spreading the word by running a contest throughout the month of May.

Invite a friend to subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap and at the end of May, you AND your friend might each win a...

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Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is taking place on May 7th, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Pleasant Grove Farm, 7132 Pleasant Grove Road, Charlotte, NC.

Tickets are $5, but if you use the promo code charlotteonthecheap tickets are FREE.

Come meet carefully curated selection of vendors at this boutique-style bridal show, take a selfie at one of...

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Stonecrest Summer Concert Series takes place every Friday and Saturday April 21 to September 9, 2023. The concerts take place from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Fountain Stage.

In addition, every Saturday from June 3 to September 9, 2023, there will be a concert at the Plaza Corner from 6 to 8 p.m.

You can see the band/artist lineup for both of these...

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The Levine Center for the Arts’ Wednesday Night Live returns in the fall of 2022.

The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the Arts — Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for...

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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. Or jump right to the list of Cinco de Mayo events in Charlotte.

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

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There are plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Charlotte in 2023!

After our list of ideas for celebrating, we have a list of Mother’s Day freebies and discounts. And after that we have a big list of all the events that are on our calendar for Friday, May 12, through Sunday, May 14, 2023. If you’re ordering a gift...

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Kids Bowl Free offers a way for kids to bowl for free all summer. Bowling is a fun and engaging way to stay active and beat the heat. It’s a sport that can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels, making it a perfect activity for families to do together.

AMF Summer Games Season Pass used to be an additional low-cost way for kids to bowl...

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Lake Norman Social District is a partnership between Old Town Public House, 21314 Catawba Avenue, and Thigs Cocktail Bar, 21234 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, NC. The Social District, the first in Mecklenburg County, allows customers to take alcoholic beverages between the two venues, and enjoy them outside, within a designated area.

LKN...

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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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Cabot Creamery has a new food truck — the Cabot Cruiser — that’s making stops on the East Coast to offer customers FREE sample of some of their products.

Some of the bites you might be able to sample at these events are pimento grilled cheese, mac and cheese and cheddar lace tacos. At all the events listed below, the free food...

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The 14th Annual South Carolina Strawberry Festival takes place in nearby Fort Mill, South Carolina, Saturday, May 6th, 2023.

It’ll be at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N White Street, Fort Mill, SC, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023, has been named Teacher Appreciation Day. However, May 8 to 12, 2023, has been named Teacher Appreciation Week, so you can expect to see various days for Teacher Appreciation deals. Also, several businesses are offering special deals and freebies to educators just during this time, and some offer deals all year long.

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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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Firefighters and EMT medics can receive a FREE Single Classic Smash Burger on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at participating locations of Smashburger.

Either show up in uniform or show valid ID to receive the free burger.

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...

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Paws in the Park is a free, dog-focused festival on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Crooked Creek Park, 5900 Oakwood Lane, Indian Trail, NC. (Not to be confused with Paws in the Park in Pineville on April 1st, 2023.)

Learn about 12 dog festivals in Charlotte!

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On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Dave’s Hot Chicken is celebrating its 6th anniversary by offering everyone a FREE slider on the house.

To receive the free slider, download the new Dave’s Hot Chicken app by May 2, and the free slider will automatically be added to your rewards. You’ll have...

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Davidson celebrates its Town Day Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the town green, 119 S Main Street, Davidson. There will be games, booths featuring Davidson organizations, music, entertainment, and food.

May is Bike Month and Town Day will feature the annual Bike Expo. Learn about area bike and electric bike shops and more....

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Dallas Lavender Lane, 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, is hosting its Hippie Festival on May 6th and 7th, 2023, from 12 to 7 p.m. each day.

Tickets are $12.99 for individual day passes and $19.99 for a weekend pass.

Purchase here.

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PLEASE NOTE: We have started gathering information about 2023 Juneteenth celebrations. This article will continue to be updated.

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

It marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st,...

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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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Carolina Clay Matters Pottery Market takes place May 13, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at McAlpine Business Park, 8300 Monroe Road.

It’s free to attend.

Over 50 potters will exhibit beautiful new work in functional, decorative, and sculptural ceramics.

All the pieces are hand-crafted by some of NC and SC’s...

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Celebrate Mother’s Day by taking Mom to brunch. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 14, 2023. 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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Monroe Road Advocates (MoRA) have presented Thursday Night Live concerts the last few years. In 2023, the events are transitioning into seasonal Signature Events that will feature live music and more.

The first event of 2023 is MoRA Spring Fest on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. As was the case with Thursday Night Live, it takes place...

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Hot Glass Alley is Charlotte’s first hot glass art studio. It’s at 438 Atando Avenue, which is north of Uptown, between Graham Street and N. Tryon Street. It’s around the corner from NoDa Brewing.

It’s owned by artist Jake Pfeifer, a young artist who has been blowing glass since he was 14 years old.

Hot Glass...

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Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 6, 2023! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some host additional activities, like sketches 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 Book...

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Hello Huntersville, the annual music and arts festival, is returning in 2023.

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

It will take place Sunday, May 7th, 2023, from 12 to 6 p.m. at Veterans Park at Main and Maxwell Streets in Huntersville.

This festival features live music, art, food trucks, splatter art, an ice...

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Carolina Crawls is presenting three bar crawls for Cinco de Mayo in 2023.

¡Fiesta Crawl! takes place in South End, NoDa and Plaza Midwood. All of the crawls take place on May 5 and May 6, 2023, from 5 to 10 p.m.

Facebook event.

Find a big list of Cinco de Mayo events in Charlotte.

Your ticket covers you for both nights. The cost is $5 per...

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NoDa Company Canteen, at Camp North End, is co-hosting a free Cinco de Mayo party with Carlotan Talents. The party will take place in the Boileryard at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, on Friday, May 5th, 2023, from 6 to 10 p.m.

While NoDa Company Canteen is serving up drinks, enjoy traditional food, music, mariachi bands, dancers and...

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Extreme Ice Center, at 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail, NC, is offering FREE skating to moms for Mother’s Day. (A day early.)

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

On Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m., moms are admitted for free with the purchase of a...

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The Town of Cornelius is presenting an Outdoor Cinema Series in 2022. The movies are free and take place in various parks in Cornelius.

Check out this big list of outdoor movies coming up around Charlotte!

Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the movies will begin at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m.

Concessions will be available for purchase.

Movies...

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The Hugh Torance House and Store, at 8231 Gilead Road, Huntersville, is one of Mecklenburg County’s only surviving 18th century structures, and is North Carolina’s oldest surviving store. The building was the home of Hugh and Isabella Torance. The log cabin was first built in 1780, with additions built through the early 1800s. The...

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Walking a labyrinth is an ancient practice from many faiths and traditions, with the goal of meditation, contemplation and prayer. It’s a practice that you can do right here in Charlotte, if you know where to look.

Many people like to walk a labyrinth on Winter or Summer Solstice.

In addition, World Labyrinth Day is the first Saturday...

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Markets at 11 is an open air market in Ballantyne. This family friendly event include live music, picnicking, outdoor yoga, shopping, food trucks and more.

It takes at Ballantyne’s Backyard, 11611 N. Community House Road, Charlotte. Free parking is available.

Check out a huge, day-by-day list of artist, artisan and vintage markets in...

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Charlotte Ski Boats is hosting Surf Bash 2023 on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event takes place at Stutts Marina, 571 Stutts Road, Mooresville, NC.

This is a free event.

Tigé is bringing in top surf and wakeboard pros to demonstrate their skills, as well as the new line of ATX boats.

Sign up for a surf session! Space...

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Metropolitan, at 1111 Metropolitan Avenue, Charlotte, is hosting a Cinco de Mayo party on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Find a big list of Cinco de Mayo events in Charlotte.

Admission and parking are free.

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Help a mom in your life celebrate Mother’s Day with the help of Grubhub. From May 1 to 14, 2023, diners who have signed up for Grubhub+ through Amazon Prime will receive 25% off an order of $20+. Use the promo code MAMA25. This is a one-time use promo code.

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

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Kings Drive Art Walk returns on Saturday, May 6th, and Sunday, May 7th, 2023. Kings Drive Art Walk is the spring counterpart to the fall’s Festival in the Park.

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

It takes place on Little Sugar...

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Jiggy with the Piggy Festival is a longstanding favorite in Kannapolis and returns May 4th to 7th, 2023. It features the Jiggy 5K, over 100 arts & crafts vendors, free concerts, fireworks, and a People’s Choice pork tasting.

Over 100 Kansas City Barbeque Society judges will be here to...

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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.

The Whitewater Center is at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, North Carolina.

The concerts place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to...

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Every child benefits from being read to, and one great way to foster a love of reading in children is through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

This program provides children with a FREE age-appropriate book, every month, sent directly to your home.

As of April, 2023, over 204 million free books have been distributed through this...

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Cheerwine brings the Cheerwine Festival back to historic downtown Salisbury on May 20th, 2023, from noon to 10 p.m.

This is a free festival for the whole family that celebrates Cheerwine’s 100+ years in Salisbury.

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