The 47th Carolina BalloonFest takes place October 14th to 16th, 2022, at Statesville Regional Airport, 260 Hangar Drive, Statesville, North Carolina. It’s 45 miles from Charlotte.

• Friday, October 14th: 3 to 8:30 p.m.
• Saturday, October 15th: 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Sunday, October 16th: 7 a.m to 6 p.m.

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Both the Carolinas have rich agricultural heritages, and a visit to a State or County Fair is a great way to experience that heritage. The fairs are back in full force for 2022. You’ll have a lot to choose from.

You can find livestock competitions, local or regional food and drink, live music, rides, and, of...

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Labor Day Weekend 2022 features some of the traditions that Charlotte has enjoyed for years! Read on to learn about some festivals and special events.

Some popular Labor Day traditions, notably Matthews Alive and the Labor Day Parade in Uptown Charlotte, are returning after being canceled in 2021.

Looking for even more Labor Day Weekend...

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Babbel Language Learning has a special deal available through StackSocial. For a limited time, purchase a Lifetime Subscription for $199. This subscription will grant you access to all 14 languages that Babbel supports. (See below.)

The full price for a lifetime subscription is $499. Babbel currently has a deal on their website for $249.

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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 very popular festival Matthews Alive is returning in 2022! It will take place at Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews, Friday, September 2nd, to Monday, September 5th, 2022.

The annual festival, a Charlotte area Labor Day weekend tradition, is dedicated to the support of local non-profit organizations through music, arts and...

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If you have never shopped Sam’s Club, now is a good time to start (read on for a special deal!) Part of Walmart, Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club.

Two Deals for Sam’s Club Membership

Right now we can offer two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you.

Option 1:...

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In September and October, Charlotte is bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You’ll find them at breweries, restaurants, music venues and more.

At some of these celebrations you can enjoy beer that’s not available other times of years. At some you can enjoy beer stein hoisting competitions, and more. One of the biggest...

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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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Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating their 25th birthday with a freebie for customers.

On Thursday, September 1st, 2022, the first 250 guests at each location will receive a FREE Confetti Bundtlet when the bakery opens. Limit one per person.

We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if...

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The Charlotte Labor Day Parade is returning in 2022!

The parade is organized by the Labor Day Committee in conjunction with the Southern Piedmont Central Labor Council and other local labor unions. It honors the accomplishments of organized labor in our community, region and country.

Make sure to check out our list of Labor Day Weekend...

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The Westside Function End of Summer Celebration takes place at the West Complex, 1600 W Trade Street, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022, from 6 to 10 p.m.

Make sure to check out our list of Labor Day Weekend events in the Charlotte area, including several festivals, outdoor concerts and some really interesting art!

This is a...

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The Kiwanis of Mecklenburg are hosting the Cow Chip Bingo Festival on Saturday, October 1st, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., on the corner of Carmel Road and Quail View Road, Charlotte.

Each ticket for Cow Chip Bingo costs $10. Proceeds go to the Pediatric Medical Fund, a fund that helps to pay for medical and maintenance expenses related...

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National Cinema Day is Saturday, September 3rd, 2022.

Many theaters are celebrating by offering all tickets for $3 each (plus tax.)

More than 3,000 theaters, with more than 30,000 screens, are participating. Participating theaters are offering $3 tickets for every movie, every showtime, and every format.

Participating theater chains...

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The second annual Drop Dead 5K will take place Saturday, November 5th, 2022, at 9 a.m., at Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery, 700 West 6th Street, Charlotte.

The run will take place within the 70 acres of the historic cemeteries. You’ll run past the final resting places of many familiar Charlotte names, including Belk, Ivey, Morrison...

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Topgolf is a little bit different (to say the least) than traditional golf. You play from climate controlled hitting bays, so you can play all year. The 240-yard outfield has dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center or “bull’s-eye” you get and the farther out you hit your microchipped balls, the more points you...

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Birkdale Village is hosting a community yoga series, Be Well Birkdale, on Tuesdays from June 7th to October 25th, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please check in at 5:45 p.m.

The class will take place under The Willow Oaks in The Grove.

Please bring a mat.

You’ll receive access to a virtual punch card during your first class and if you come to 4...

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Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery’s Facebook page or the Primal Brewery website calendar.

Primal Brewery has a second location, at 52 Ervin Street, Belmont, so please make sure, when you...

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The Charlotte area is ready for fall and Halloween! Here’s a list of haunted trails, corn mazes, fall farm activities and more, for the 2022 season.

Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don’t typically include in Charlotte on the Cheap, but are worth checking out.

If you have questions about safety...

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Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road, hosts events throughout the year. Find them all on OMB’s Facebook page.

Coming Up

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Fall festivals are back in Charlotte!

The fall is the perfect time in Charlotte for outdoor events, and there are plenty planned. Read on for a big (and growing) list of Halloween festivals, harvest festivals, apple festivals, cultural festivals, food festivals and more.

We will be adding to this list all the time, so please keep checking...

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. In addition, they also host festivals, workshops, nature hikes, campfire and more events, many of which are...

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8th Annual Scarecrow Crawl

Take a stroll in Downtown Fort Mill to see the amazing scarecrows created by individuals, schools, businesses, organizations, churches and more. From October 3rd to October 31st, 2022. Registration to enter a scarecrow is free. Register by September 9th, 2022.

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Goodyear Arts is a program that sets up shop in underused buildings and offers artists residencies for two months. In addition to the studio space, the artists are paid a stipend. The artists’ work often extends to alteration of the building itself.

At the end of the residencies, Goodyear Arts hosts a celebration where the public can...

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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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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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Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, is celebrating International Vulture Awareness Day on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carolina Raptor Center will then remain open until 4 p.m.

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Queen City’s Electric Vehicle Show takes place October 1st, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Wells Fargo, 8740 Research Drive, Charlotte. It’s free to attend, both to show your electric vehicle, or to go as a spectator.

Check out a variety of Electric Vehicles in person and learn about the benefits of EVs. Talk to current EV...

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Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, is a historic site and nature preserve. Rural Hill was the homestead of one of the signers of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, John Davidson. Read all about Rural Hill’s history here.

On September 3rd and 4th, 2022, Historic Rural Hill is hosting The Battle of Charlotte, a...

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Hodges Family Farm, at 3900 Rocky River Road, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that’s still operating, serving the community for over 100 years.

Many children have visited their famous pumpkin patch over the years. Many are now bringing their own children to visit.

Photo courtesy of Hodges...

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Promenade on Providence, at 10822 Providence Road, is celebrating the Halloween season with Goblins & Goodies: a night of trick or treating and the movie, Coco.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of ...

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