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SAS Cupcakes: Donate school supplies and get a free cupcake Aug 14-18

SAS Cupcakes, at 9941 Rea Rd. Suite, is collecting school supplies for Classroom Central.

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

From August 14th to 18th, 2022, donate 3 or more new school supplies and get a FREE cupcake.

One free cupcake per person per day, but...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend

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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40 fall festivals in the Charlotte area in 2022

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 festival, cultural festivals, food festivals and more.

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

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Charlotte’s brewery calendar

To say that Charlotte’s brewery scene is exploding is almost an understatement. There are at least 20 craft breweries in the area now, as well as a growing number of distilleries and cideries.

Many of the breweries are in the South End (especially LoSo, the Lower South End) and NoDa. But they’re showing up also on the West Side,...

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CLT Burger Week August 12 to 21

CLT Burger Week is returning in August, 2022, and that means that it’s the perfect time to try a new restaurant and experience a new burger!

Every year, during CLT Burger Week, local restaurants offer specialty burgers for $6. CLT Burger Week takes place August 12th to 21st, 2022.

20+ locations in the Charlotte area will be...

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Empowered Living Ministries: Backpack giveaway and free movie

Empowered Living Ministries has two free events coming up: a backpack giveaway and a free movie. Read on to learn details of both,

Backpack Giveaway


Empowered Living Ministries is hosting a backpack giveaway on Sunday, August 14th, 2022, from 12 to 1 p.m. The event takes place at Empowered Living Ministries, 5735 Dixie River Road,...

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Carolina Renaissance Festival tickets on sale Aug 5 — learn about big changes and discount days

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 go on sale...

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Reception and Workshop for Soul Finger Project at Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery at VAPA Center

Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery, at VAPA Center, 700 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, is presenting “Soul Finger Project — Black Culture Art Exhibition” from August 5th to 26th, 2022.

This exhibition features the work of:

  • Arthur Rogers
  • Anthony Burks
  • Ramel Jasir
  • Clayton Singleton

There are two free public events associated...

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Free Summer Recital Series with Charlotte Chapter of American Guild of Organists

The Charlotte Chapter of the American Guild of Organists has been presenting free performances for the community for nearly 50 years.

The recitals take place in various churches in Charlotte, and are open to the public. Donations are welcome.

Every summer there is a Summer Recital Series, which takes place weekly, but there are also events...

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Charlotte Oktoberfest celebrations 2022

In September and October, Charlotte is normally 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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Smashburger: Buy one burger, get one free Aug 12-14

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.

BOGO Deal


From August 12 to 14th, 2022, Smashburger is offering a Buy One Get One...

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Gantt Center Events: Author talk, family art activity, Classic Black Cinema, more…
Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

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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TreesCharlotte: Free trees for Charlotte residents

TreesCharlotte, an organization dedicated to increasing Charlotte’s tree canopy, holds several free TreeStores every year. At these events, Charlotte residents can receive free trees, as well as training on how to care for them. In general, each household can receive up to two free trees per event. When you register you’ll get to...

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10+ Things To Do Labor Day Weekend in Charlotte 2022

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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Free tickets to Best of Charlotte Bridal Show Sep 18

Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is taking place on September 18th, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Pleasant Grove Farm, 7132 Pleasant Grove Road, Charlotte.

Tickets are $5, but if you use the promo code charlotteonthecheap tickets are free.

This event features unique wedding and event vendors, interactive experiences, food and drinks.

  • On-site...

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