Get ready! We’re doing it again! One lucky Charlotte on the Cheap reader will win 4 tickets for Carolina Renaissance Festival. Read on to learn all about the festival, the special days, and how to enter to win.

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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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You can look at it like Prime Day 2 or as a super early chance at Black Friday / Cyber Monday shopping, but on October 11th and 12th, 2022, Amazon is hosting Prime Early Access Sale, which will feature big savings for Prime members only.

If you are not a Prime member yet this is one of the best times of the year to join.

You’ll get a...

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Broad River Campground is a brand new 90 acre campground 4 miles from Boiling Springs, with cabins, glamping domes, and glamping tent and RV sites.

The campground has a fall special for glamping domes — starting at $120 per night. In addition, get an additional 10% off reservations through March 31st, 2023 with code CLTcheap10....

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Don’t pay full price for concerts if you don’t have to! We will update this page as frequently as we can, but there will still be times when you events on this page have sold out, or the discount is no longer available, or the event is over.

We also include tickets for sports events, when there’s a discount.

Please note...

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Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont is offering a FREE certification course in CPR, First Aid and AED.

The course take place on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, from 8:30 am. to 4:30 p.m., at Goodwill Opportunity Campus, 5301 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC.

Goodwill’s free CPR, First Aid & AED certification...

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You might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 17th to 21st, 2022, for applying to college. During that time period, many North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will waive application fees for North Carolina residents.

The application fee for most colleges is $25 or $50, so if...

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The Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte is presenting Evil Dead The Musical from September 29th to October 30th, 2022, at The Barn at MoRA, 8300 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC. Bring your own chair to this outdoor show.

As you might have seen on the news, this, sadly, will be The Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte’s final production, after 34...

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Discounts at Carowinds Great Pumpkin Fest and SCarowinds

We are able to offer some discounts on Carowinds Great Pumpkin Fest and SCarowinds through Travelzoo.

Ticket discounts depends on the day of the visit. Please make sure to verify prices and compare with the full price, including any ticket fees, either at...

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As Halloween approaches, we are listing trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat opportunities in the Charlotte area.

Typically, many festivals include trick-or-treating with vendors for kids. Churches and other organizations offer trunk-or-treat, where people decorate their cars and hand out candy. We’ll be adding these...

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LaLa Photography is offering FREE Halloween mini-sessions at its studio at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. Wear your spookiest costume!

These will be 10 minute sessions and will include one FREE digital image.

Photo: LaLa Photography

The sessions take place October 7th to 9th, 2022, and limited spaces...

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If you love Smashburger, you’ve come to the right place. Read on for a list of current Smashburger deals.

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

Free Wings

EW menu item: traditional bone-in wings, Smashburger is offering a great...

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The Tosco Music Open Mic is at The Evening Muse on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022. It (generally) takes place on the first Wednesday of the month, but you should check on the Evening Muse website to be sure.

Doors will open at 7 p.m., and the music will start at 7:30 p.m. The ticket price is $5.

This is a smaller, open mic version of the ...

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The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to our art and culture by African and African-American people. It features changing exhibits, and frequently hosts low-priced arts events for the community, giving them a...

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Looking for something to do for Halloween? Maybe a party to show off your costume, or a bar crawl? We’ve put together a list of bar crawls, costume parties, Halloween costumes and movies, for adults.

Not all of these events are strictly for adults, but most are. Make sure to follow each link to see if it’s 18+ or 21+ or all ages...

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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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Aerial Arts Studio and Downtown Belmont Development Association are presenting Moonlight Carnival, a free, two-day event at Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, North Carolina.

Fall is looking great around...

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Northcross Shopping Center, at 9751 Sam Furr Road, Huntersville, NC, is hosting Trick-n-Treats on Saturday, October 29th, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

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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Northwood Office and Charlotte is Creative are presenting, BOOllantyne, a magical Halloween celebration in Ballantyne’s Backyard, 11611 N Community House Road, Charlotte, NC, on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

It’s free from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and $10 per person starting at 4 p.m....

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Touch-a-Truck is a FREE event at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4551 Old Airport Road, Concord, on Saturday, October 29th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cabarrus Arena will transform into a playground of machinery. Bring your family to see, touch and safely explore their favorite vehicles and machines while meeting the people who operate...

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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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Morelia Gourmet Paletas, also known as Paletas Morelia, is a gourmet Mexican popsicle shop from Miami, known for its fresh ingredients and extensive menu.

Paletas Morelia is at 1425 Winnifred Street #104 in Charlotte. This is next to Wooden Robot in the South End.

Free Paletas for Morelia’s Anniversary

On...

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Levine Museum of the New South is reopening at a new location, 401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC. This is beside the Green, between Bernardin’s Restaurant and the Three Wells Fargo lobby.

The museum is reopening on Saturday, October 8th, 2022 and will be free to visit.

Men of Change Exhibit

Levine Museum and The Gantt Center of...

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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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As you plan your Halloween festivities, don’t miss some of the amazing and fun decorations and attractions that your neighbors are providing!

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, Trick...

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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 5th Annual Mount Holly Lantern Parade takes place on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, at 7 p.m. in downtown Mount Holly, NC.

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, Trick or Treat events, and...

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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 5th to October 31st, 2022. Registration to enter a scarecrow is free. Register by September 9th, 2022.

See the Scarecrow Crawl map,...

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On Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Latin American Coalition, along with Levine Museum of the New South, is presenting the annual Día de Muertos celebration.

Like last year, the event will be at Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC.

Admission is free, and there’s lots of free parking at Camp North End....

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Tuesday, October 4th, 2022, is National Cinnamon Roll Day.

Cinnabon is celebrating from October 4th to 7th, 2022, by offering Cinnabon Rewards Members a buy one, get one free baked good offer at participating Cinnabon stores, available by unlocking the code ROLL22 in the Cinnabon app.

Cinnabon fans will also receive $0 delivery on app and...

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The Speedpark at Concord Mills is holding Boo Bash on Saturday, October 29th, 2022, from 12 to 3 p.m.

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, Trick or Treat events, and our...

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Northlake Mall, 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, is hosting some free events for kids. You can find them, as they’re announced on the mall’s event calendar and Facebook page.

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

Here’s what’s coming up:

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Taste of Charlotte, a three-day festival in Uptown Charlotte, spotlights area restaurants and food vendors. The festival also features three stages of live entertainment, and a kids’ area.

It will take place October 7th to 9th, 2022, at Truist Field, 324 S. Mint Street. These are the rescheduled dates. It was supposed to be September 30th...

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Bring the kids trick or treating at Birkdale Village on Saturday, October 29th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Come dressed in your costumes to trick or treat at Birkdale Village’s participating retailers and restaurants.

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

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Aboretum Shopping Center, at 8008 Providence Road, Charlotte, is hosting Tricks-n-Treats on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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, Trick or...

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Are you ready for Halloween? Here are a whole bunch of events to get you in the Halloween spirit. The list includes trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more. This list includes events for both kids and adults.

Make sure to scroll down for a monster of a list, organized chronologically, day by day. And it’s growing every day.

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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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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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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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Historic Rosedale, at 3427 N. Tryon Street, has been part of Charlotte’s history since 1815, when the house was completed by Archibald Frew, a tax collector and postmaster for the town of Charlotte.

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

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Charlotte Dragon Boat Races Festival and Asian Festival takes place at Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC, on Saturday, October 8th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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

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National Night Out is an annual crime prevention and community building event that promotes police-community partnerships. Towns and cities across the country plan special events.

National Night Out is typically the first Tuesday in August, but Davidson is holding theirs in October in 2022.

The town of Davidson is holding a National Night...

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Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids.

We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. Please scroll down to see it.

You might also be interested in this list of farmers markets in the Charlotte...

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On Saturday, October 15th, 2022, when the Checkers play the Hartford Wolfpack at 6 p.m., they have a special offer for kids.

To encourage kids to become hockey fans, they’re hosting “My First Checkers Game.”

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

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The Inaugural Charlotte Chalk Art Festival (CCAF2022) is a FREE, family-friendly 2-day festival being held at Charlotte Art League, 4237 Raleigh Street on October 8th and 9th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. (This is the rescheduled days, due to the weather.)

In addition, there will be a Special Sound Healing Ceremony on Saturday,...

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