| Fireworks are in short supply this year, but you could say that sunflowers are nature's fireworks, and they are definitely not canceled! On this page we will be updating the inside scoop on sunflower fields that are a short drive from... Read the whole entry...» Wednesday, July 29th, 2020, is National Chicken Wing Day. Celebrate with one of these special deals. Details and participation might vary according to location. Make sure to click on each link to get the details. We'll be adding to this list... Read the whole entry...» We are starting to add in-person events to this list, but it's has a lot of virtual events. This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Also during this time we're including some events that are more... Read the whole entry...» There are three drive-in theaters fairly close to Charlotte, and they are a great source of affordable family entertainment. Hound's Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, and Badin Road Drive-In, in Albemarle, are both operating, with some new rules... Read the whole entry...» 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... Read the whole entry...»
Face masks protect other people around you, especially if you have the virus and don't know it.
By increasing the percentage of people wearing face masks, and continuing to practice social distancing, we can slow the spread, protect our... Read the whole entry...» McColl Center for Art + Innovation, at 721 North Tryon Street, is free to visit, and also hosts many free events for the public. These days the events are online. Next up: Creative Shifts: Susan Harbage Page and Roger Manley
Tuesday, July 28th,... Read the whole entry...» Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, often has a number of free and low-cost events coming up for the... Read the whole entry...»
Here is our listing of farmers markets in the Charlotte area. Know of one we can add? Fill us in!
Because of our current situation, some of the markets' hours have changed, and some openings were delayed. For every market that we've... Read the whole entry...» Lower Left Brewing Co., at 4528 Nations Crossing Drive, is a new arrival in Charlotte's brewery scene. They opened their doors in August of 2019 in the historic Lower South End neighborhood. The owners have an affinity for all styles of... Read the whole entry...» CupLux Coffee Drive-Thru, 3115 Freedom Drive, is a convenient, family-owned, drive-thru-only coffee shop serving coffees, craft beverages, and local pastries. On Saturday, August 8th, 2020, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., they are celebrating their 3rd... Read the whole entry...» Hanging Rock State Park. Photo: Harrison Grothoff If you're looking for ways to beat cabin fever, North Carolina State Parks might be the answer. Please be mindful of the need to distance yourself from others. If you get to a park and it is... Read the whole entry...»
In these times, we want to help Charlotte area businesses reach their customers and help readers find the services they need. And we all like a deal. So we've created Charlotte on the Cheap Deals.
Businesses can list discounts or deals.... Read the whole entry...» Cavendish Brewing Company, 207 North Chester Street, Gastonia, hosts many events, including live music, trivia, a run club, and more. You can see listings for them on the Facebook page. Here are a few of the upcoming events: Team Trivia Night
... Read the whole entry...» From Friday, July 31st, to Sunday, August 2nd, 2020, participating Ace Hardware stores are hosting Miracle Bucket Days. We heard from Blackhawk Hardware, at 4225 Park Road (in Park Road Shopping Center, and this is what they told us: Blackhawk... Read the whole entry...» This is not an optimal time for live music, but Charlotte live music is alive and kicking. Many Charlotte artists are offering virtual concerts, and we're starting to see some drive-in concerts as well. Looking for concerts this weekend (and... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Motor Speedway is bringing drive-in movies to the community! The events will benefit Speedway Children's Charities. The movies will be shown on the 16,000 square foot HDTV screen. Families can listen through their FM radio. Guests... Read the whole entry...» With live shows on hold, Charlotte musicians are coming into your living room (from a distance.) Lots of live streams are being planned. One big bonus is that you get to watch the shows with your dog. Music Everywhere CLT is helping to get you all... Read the whole entry...» | 