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Krispy Kreme: Dozen doughnuts for the price of a gallon of gas on Wednesday — $4.11 on April 13

Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Do you love a good deal? You’re in the right place. We keep track of the best Krispy Kreme deals, right here.

Also, keep reading for a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations.

“Beat the Pump” — Gas Price Promotion


The high gas prices are no joke, but Krispy Kreme is trying...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week

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, but,...

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Big discounts on Carowinds tickets, including two days for $77 (total)
Photo courtesy of Carowinds

Save money at Carowinds with these exclusive discounts!

Carowinds has opened for the season. Carolina Harbor (the water park) will be open on select days starting May 27th, 2022.

The discount tickets will save you a LOT. When you compare prices, make sure you’re comparing apples to apples. When you buy an...

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Open Demos at Hot Glass Alley scheduled all year — next up is April 15


Hot Glass Alley is Charlotte’s first hot glass art studio. It’s at 438 Atando Avenue, which is north of Uptown, between Graham Street and N. Tryon Street. It’s around the corner from NoDa Brewing.

It’s owned by artist Jake Pfeifer, a young artist who has been blowing glass since he was 14 years old.

Hot Glass...

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Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to museums
Grand Oiseau de Feu sur l’arche by Niki de Saint Phalle. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC

The Levine Center for the Arts is continuing Wednesday Night Live in 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 African-American Arts...

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Matthews Concert Band concert


The Matthews Concert Band is a volunteer community band of professional and dedicated amateur musicians.

The band started in 2001 and now has around 60 members from all walks of life, who enjoy making music together each week.

Its mission is to encourage lifelong participation in music.

Its repertoire includes classic concert band standards,...

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Kinetic Taekwondo Easter Egg Hunt in Fort Mill

Kinetic Taekwondo, at 3150 US-21, Fort Mill, SC, is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 17th, 2022, from 2 to 4 p.m.

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

This is a free event.

Bring your baskets for some Easter fun! Ages 7 and younger will have an egg hunt at 2 p.m., and ages 8 and older will...

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Drag Bingo at Red Clay Ciderworks — free to play

Red Clay Ciderworks, at 245 Clanton Road, hosts plenty of events, many of which are free. Find them all on Red Clay’s Facebook page.

Trivia Night
Thursdays, scheduled through May 5th, 2022 (and probably beyond)
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Free

Drag Bingo
Wednesdays, scheduled through June 1st, 2022
7 to 9 p.m.
Free

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Live music, comedy, game night, more, at Lenny Boy Brewing Co.
Image use with permission by Lenny Boy Brewing Co.

Lenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers.

Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see all of their upcoming events.

Check out a huge calendar of events at...

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50+ Easter Egg Hunts and Free Easter Bunny pictures in Charlotte – 2022

If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2022 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We have put together a huge 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.

You might also be...

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New Friends of Carolina Welcome Coffee

New Friends of Carolina is a group of women who share fun and friendship in Charlotte. They plan a wide variety of activities throughout the month, including:

  • Bunco
  • Canasta
  • Rummy
  • Mah Jongg
  • Golf
  • Lunch
  • Appetizers with Friends
  • More
Photo courtesy of New Friends of Carolina

Several times a year they host a Welcome Coffee, where you can come out and...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend

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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¡Fiesta Crawl! — Cinco de Mayo bar crawls in Uptown Charlotte, Belmont and Matthews

Carolina Crawls is presenting three bar crawls for Cinco de Mayo in 2022.

¡Fiesta Crawl! takes place in Uptown Charlotte, Belmont and Matthews. All of them are on Saturday, May 7th, 2022, from 4 to 10 p.m.

The cost for the Uptown Charlotte crawl is $3.75 to $5 per person, if you buy the ticket in advance, and $10 the day of the crawl. The...

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Free Uber, Lyft and Cab Rides Home on Cinco de Mayo and other holidays

The law firm Mehta & McConnell, PLLC, is providing FREE rides home on holidays, to help to keep our community safe.

If you’ve been drinking, take an Uber, Lyft or cab home and then submit a copy of your receipt and your photo ID to Mehta & McConnell and you’ll get reimbursed for your ride.

Reimbursement is limited to the...

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Ghosts of Davidson Walking Tour

Learn about Davidson’s history, legends and ghosts on a 90-minute Ghosts of Davidson Walking Tour.

The tour takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays in April, 2022. The start time ranges from 7 to 8 p.m. (See below.) Wednesday tours are $10 and Saturday tours are $12.

The tour is “creepy and meant to scare,” but is suitable...

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Tax day freebies and deals for 2022

To help take some of the sting out of tax day 2022, restaurants and other businesses are offering tax day deals and freebies. Tax Day is Monday, April 18th, 2022.

Check for specific days of each deal below. These are mostly national deals. Some may not be in your location. Also, participation might vary by location.

Tax Day Deals and...

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Grand opening of PGA Tour Superstore in Charlotte April 16
Photo courtesy of PGA Tour Superstore

PGA Tour Superstore is celebrating its grand opening in Charlotte on Saturday, April 16th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The store is at 5341 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte.

Throughout the opening weekend PGA Tour superstore will be giving away $30,000 in giveaways, including:

  • Iron sets
  • Drivers
  • ...

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Charlotte SHOUT continues this week with tons of free activities

Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is a presented by Charlotte Center City Partners.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte April 1st to 17th, 2022, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.


The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations, kids’...

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5 Food Truck Fridays this week — where to find your favorite food trucks


Food Truck season is in full swing in Charlotte!

Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can’t be explained. It’s even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor...

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Lowe’s Kids’ Workshop — free DIY activity

Lowe’s Kids’ Workshops are fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory.

The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building skills, as well as safety.

Photo: Depositphotos

When you register you’ll sign up for a time slot. If there is no space left you still...

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South End Food Truck Palooza (and more) at Sycamore Brewing

Sycamore Brewing, 2161 Hawkins Street, in the South End, hosts frequent events, many of which are free to attend.

Here are a few upcoming events. You can see more on their Facebook page.

South End Food Truck Palooza

South End Food Truck Palooza
Saturday, April 16th, 2022
12 p.m.
Free

Enjoy food trucks, axe throwing, and live...

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Free Jazz Concert Series in Huntersville in April

Huntersville Parks & Recreation is hosting a jazz concert series on three Saturdays in April, 2022, at Veterans Park, at 201 Huntersville-Concord Road, Huntersville. (Main and Maxwell.) The concerts take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This is a free concert series.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure...

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VTGCLT Spring Market in Camp North End

VTLGCLT (Vintage Charlotte) is one of Charlotte’s most popular sources for unique clothing and accessories. Every year it hosts pop-up shops where it brings together the area’s most talented and resourceful sellers of handmade and vintage items.

VTGCLT Spring Sale is going to take place April 16th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in...

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5th Annual Charlotte Kids Festival returning to University City April 23

The 5th Annual Charlotte Kids Festival on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

It will take place at 9100 Robert N. Snyder Road, Charlotte, on the edge of the UNC Charlotte campus. Parking is free, or you can take the light rail to the JW Clay Station.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of ...

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Bend It at the Ballpark — yoga at Truist Field (and get free tickets to a Charlotte Knights game)
Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

Enjoy a yoga session on the field at Truist Field, 324 South Mint Street, Charlotte, on Monday, May 2nd, 2022. Bend It at the Ballpark is FREE, with a suggested $20 donation. All proceeds benefit Charlotte Knights Charities.

You need to register in advance in order to attend.

Check out a big list of free fitness...

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NoDa Spring Pottery Market April 23

Shop for unique, locally crafted pottery at the NoDa Pottery Market. The holiday event takes place Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 3000 North Davidson Street.

A small, select group of Charlotte pottery artists will be selling pottery for your home, office and for gifts. Shop for everything from cups and bowls to yard art,...

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Nebel’s Alley Night Market season kickoff April 16

Nebel’s Alley Night Market is an open market that takes place in the evening in the Design District of the Historic South End. For an address, you can use Superica, 101 W. Worthington Avenue. Alternatively, aim for 1920 Camden Road.

Shop from local shops set up under the moonlight, plus live music, activities and good food.

The season...

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Find the cheapest gas in Charlotte area

Photo: Depositphotos

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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Free (and cheap) bowling for kids summer 2022

There are two programs that make bowling very affordable to families in the summer. Kids Bowl Free offers kids two free games every day, and the AMF Summer Games program has a low cost for the whole summer. Read on to learn about each one. Please not that details for AMF Summer Games have not yet been announced.

New to Charlotte on...

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Sam’s Club Membership Package deal: 60% off

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.

Instead of stocking every item in every available brand, Sam’s Club merchants do their homework for members, stocking the right products and purchasing them in large...

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