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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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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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. Sunset Drive-In, in Shelby, is not open for the season yet.

In addition to those three, there are often pop-up...

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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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BOOM Charlotte is back in 2022 after a two-year break. Boom is a two-day fringe arts festival that features all genres of art, including music, visual art, dance, spoken word and more.

BOOM Charlotte takes place April 22nd and 23rd, 2022, but this year it will be in Camp North End. The area of Camp North End is the Boileryard. (Look for the...

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DQ Grill & Chill, at 1339 West Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, is celebrating its one-year anniversary with a special deal.

On Friday, March 25th, 2022, buy one Blizzard or shake and get one for free.

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

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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 list of ways to celebration at home, as well as a 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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Find the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area in the chart below. Powered by Gas Buddy.

The Gas Buddy map below will show the places that have cheap gas near you, and the chart will show the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area. All information is supplied by Gas Buddy users.

But remember that you may save even...

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Pritchard at South End, 1117 South Boulevard, is holding an Easter Egg Hunt for the community on Saturday, March 26th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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

This is a free event. Pre-registration is requested but not required.

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The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia, is probably familiar to many kids, who visit it for school field trips. If your child hasn’t visited it yet (or if they have!) it’s more than worth the short trek to Gastonia.

Read on to see some pictures of the outdoor exhibits,...

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Bring the whole family to Indian Trail for a free movie series and a free concert series.

Both series will feature a free bounce house, face painting and yard games. Dinner will be available for purchase.

Please make sure to check below to see which park each event is taking place in. And please follow the links before...

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Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S. Tryon Street, is offering a free program to individuals with early-stage dementia.

Museum Memories is a program consisting of tours and art classes specially designed for adults with early-stage dementia. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful social interactions and experience...

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Cinco de Mayo is coming to Charlotte, via a brand-new street festival in Plaza Midwood.

Cinco de Mayo Charlotte takes place on May 1st, 2022. It will be on Commonwealth Avenue, from Pecan Avenue to the Plaza, and along Thomas Avenue, from Commonwealth to Central Avenue.

Admission is FREE.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the...

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Brewers at 4001 Yancey is a group of like-minded brewers from Victory Beer Co. & Southern Tier Brewing Co. The taproom features well-known varieties, as well as exciting new offerings designed for the local market. There is also a full-service kitchen and dining spaces.

Keep an eye on Brewers at 4001 Yancey’s Facebook page for...

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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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Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 McGill Ave NW in Concord, is Concord’s first full-scale production brewery. It’s open seven days a week.

It also hosts live music (and more) to go along with the craft beer, usually on Fridays and Saturdays. Find all events on their Facebook page.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte...

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SAS Cupcakes, at 9941 Rea Rd. Suite, regularly holds free events for families, with themed goodies for purchase. Here is one that is coming up.

Meet and Greet with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, March 26th, 2022
12 to 2 p.m.
Free

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Armored Cow Brewing, in University City, at 8821 JW Clay Boulevard, features both gluten-free and traditional beers. It often hosts food trucks and events.

You can see all their upcoming events on their Facebook page.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Here’s some coming up:

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Charlotte Museum of History is holding a free event, Indigenous Peoples Day: The Catawba Nation, on Saturday, March 26th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Learn about the history and culture of the Catawba Nation.

Join Dr. Stephen Criswell, director of the Native American Studies Center at University of South Carolina Lancaster, for a free...

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The City of Kings Mountain, NC, is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16th, 2022, at 10 a.m.

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

It takes place at Rick Murphrey Children’s Park, 211 Cleveland Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC.

It’s free to attend and includes an egg hunt, petting zoo,...

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Charlotte SHOUT!, from April 1st to 16th, 2022, is presenting a huge menu of art and culture, including music, art installations, dance, and much more.

One additional component is food. Throughout the 16 days of the festival, restaurants in Uptown and South End are participating in Dine SHOUT!

Participating restaurants will be offering...

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Northwest School of the Arts is Charlotte’s arts magnet high school and middle school, and is at 1415 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte.

Tickets are $8 for students and...

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Duke Energy and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission are hosting a FREE aquatic clinic for homeschool educators and their students.

It will take place Friday, April 22nd, 2022, from 10 am. to 1 p.m., at EnergyExplorium at McGuire Nuclear Station, McGuire Nuclear Station Road, Huntersville, NC.

Find all the best (and cheapest)...

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UNC Charlotte’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences’ Personally Speaking series offers the community a chance to meet UNC Charlotte researchers/scholars and learn about their work. They will lead conversations about their books and how they came to write them.

These are free events.

In the 2021-2022 Personally Speaking...

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Mint Museum has two locations:

• Mint Museum Uptown: 500 S. Tryon Street
• Mint Museum Randolph: 2730 Randolph Road

Read on to learn of upcoming events and exhibits. The Mint Museum will continue to offer at-home activities and events as well.

Purchase tickets.

Party in the Park at Mint Museum...

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Paws in the Park is a free event Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, 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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They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. When you plan on an event, make sure to verify which location it’s at.

Coming up:

Learn about more ways to celebrate the...

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Bopper’s Shag Club is hosting Blast From the Past on Friday, April 1st, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at Mecklenburg Shrine Club, 5200 Mecklenburg Shrine Club Road.

The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members.

Wear your favorite retro outfit from any era (but this is not required!)

Bring a favorite food for the buffet...

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The Town of Harrisburg is hosting The Golden Egg Hunt!

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

From Monday, April 11th, to Wednesday, April 13th, 2022, thousands of plastic Easter eggs, along with over 45 golden eggs, will be hidden in parks throughout Harrisburg.

You can search for eggs during park...

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Hindu Center of Charlotte, at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, is hosting an Art Festival on Sunday, March 27th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public.

It will include:

• Arts & Craft Exhibition
• Kids’ Workshops
• Live Contests
• Live Karaoke
• Food Stalls

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