Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s MeckTech Computer Kit Program distributes free laptops to Mecklenburg County adults without a home computer.

Each kit includes a refurbished laptop optimized for accessing the internet, joining virtual meetings, creating documents, and more.

MeckTech applications opened on September 1, 2022 for fall...

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Charlotte on the Cheap readers have loved Charlotte Warehouse Sale for years. Several times a year, fashion lovers have the chance to shop for new, name-brand clothings and accessories, at 65% to 90% off retail prices.

Read on to enter a contest to win a $50 gift certificate to the sale!

Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s fall sale event takes...

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Front Porch Sundays, the popular monthly vendor market takes place the first Sunday of the month for the rest of the year.

This season, it’s at Atherton, at 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte.

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

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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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Celebrate Labor Day at U.S. National Whitewater Center Saturday, September 3rd, and Sunday, September 4th, 2022, with trail races, yoga, and live music.

The festival is free. Parking costs $6. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. No outside food and drinks are permitted.

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

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Here is some big news and something to look forward to for the 2022 holiday season!

Light the Knights Festival, which has taken place at Truist Field for the last two years, along with Charlotte Christmas Village, is significantly expanding its offerings for the 2022 holiday season.

It will feature regulation size ice rink on the field...

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Carolina Renaissance Festival is making the Charlotte area more festive and fun! It is taking place Saturdays and Sundays from October 1st to November 20th, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

It is once again on a 250-acre farm north of Charlotte, between Concord and Huntersville, at the junction of NC72 and Poplar Tent Road.

Tickets are on...

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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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Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022, at 6 p.m. It will end around 8 p.m.

For the second year it will be taking place on Thanksgiving Eve, rather than on Thanksgiving morning. This change to a nighttime parade was introduced for the 75th...

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Indian Trail Parks and Recreation and the Town of Indian Trail are presenting their first-ever Indian Trail Ninja Warrior Competition.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!

It will take place at Chestnut Square Park, 320 Chestnut Parkway, Indian Trail, NC, on...

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Around the Crown 10K debuted in 2019. It affords runners a chance to run the whole 3-mile inner loop, I-277. The rest of the route meanders through the streets of Uptown Charlotte. In 2022 it begins and ends at Truist Field.

It’s become a Charlotte Labor Day tradition. Race day is Sunday, September 4th, 2022, with a 7:30 a.m. start...

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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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The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free.

Learn about free days at Charlotte museums.

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Wendy’s has brought back its popular Boo! Books. For just $1, each book comes with five coupons, each for a Jr. Frosty.

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.

Hand out coupons to trick-or-treaters, or just share...

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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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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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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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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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Watch “The Woman King” at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas, 9110 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, on Thursday, September 15th, 2022, at 7 p.m. Free, but registration is required.

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Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, is hosting free outdoor 80s and 90s movies every Thursday.

Crossroads Cinema will take place at 8 p.m. on a jumbo screen with surround sound against the backdrop of the Historic Ford Building.

The movie series has been extended to October 27th, 2022! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starts at...

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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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U.S. National Whitewater Center celebrates autumn with Build Your Own Boat on Saturday, October 15th, 2022.

We’ll update soon if there are more components to the festival. In past years there was cider sampling.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or...

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Hot Glass Alley, at 438 Atando Avenue, Charlotte, is hosting their annual Pumpkin Palooza on September 3rd and 4th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

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 Halloween parties...

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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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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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If you’re seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North Carolina, where you can experience vibrant fall foliage as part of a stunning landscape. ...

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