| Did you know that there are dinosaurs in Concord? Dakota and Friends is a live dinosaur show that is available for birthday parties, summer camps and more. The show features songs, prizes, arts and crafts, all with the dinosaurs. If you're... Read the whole entry...» This list is a combination of in-person and virtual events. If you're not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap's daily emails (just one a day), and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
You might... Read the whole entry...» Whether your idea of Halloween fun is being chased through the woods by a serial killer with a chainsaw, or taking a zombie-less hayride to the pumpkin patch, there is something this fall in the Charlotte area that will meet your needs. This... Read the whole entry...» Every Christmas season, some families go the extra mile with their Christmas lights, designing elaborate displays on their houses, and even synching the lights up with holiday music. We keep a big list of the best, most over-the-top Christmas light... Read the whole entry...» UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens The Charlotte region is home to several very different public gardens, each with its own feel and focus. What they all have in common is that they provide a peaceful, relaxing experience and a way to connect with... Read the whole entry...»
Dallas Lavender Lane Farm, at 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, is a family-owned farm in Gaston County.
They grow lavender, and they make and sell lavender products, like lavender essential oil, lotion, linen spray, lavender honey and teas,... Read the whole entry...»
Belmont Abbey College presents concerts at the beautiful Abbey Basilica, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd. Belmont. Each of these concerts is free for all, but donations are accepted. The college is off exit 26 from I-85, and very close to Charlotte in...
Read the whole entry...» Outdoor movies are a staple of summer entertainment for families. Normally there are at least 10 outdoor movie series throughout the Charlotte area. They're a fun night out, usually including kids' activities, like face painting,... Read the whole entry...»
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.
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Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2020 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to.
This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes. The displays in private... Read the whole entry...» We are starting to add in-person events to this list, but it still has a lot of virtual events. This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Also during this time we're including some events that are more... Read the whole entry...» The City of Kings Mountain is partnering with the Mauney Memorial Library to present a special family activity throughout the month of October. “It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown” StoryWalk will take place October 1st to 31st,... Read the whole entry...»
Catawba Brewing, at 933 Louise Avenue, is part of a growing brewery scene in Plaza Midwood. Catawba Brewing has three other locations, in Asheville and Morganton. This is its first foray into the Piedmont.
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Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery's Facebook page.
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Mondays (scheduled... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, is closed to visitors, but in anticipation of its reopening, is inviting guests onto the ground for a special afternoon once a month. Read on to learn about this in-person event. Please consider a... Read the whole entry...»
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department's Nature at Night Festival is going online in 2020.
Celebrate all things nocturnal during McDowell Nature Center's virtual Nature at Night festival! This week-long festival will... Read the whole entry...» Sponsored by RVshare.com Story by Carolyn Erickson. Fall (and even winter) are the perfect time to go camping. Campgrounds are less crowded, lakes are surrounded by trees sporting gorgeous fall color, and the temperatures are perfect for campfires. ... Read the whole entry...» The Charlotte Podcast Festival is a first for the Queen City! Taking place in October of 2020, it's designed to inform, enrich and inspire audio storytellers and podcasters. The more than 40 online sessions will run from October 5th to 30th,... Read the whole entry...»
It's time for fall festivals in Charlotte. This year is a little bit (well, a lot) different. Most of the festivals have been canceled.
Some organizations are modifying their festivals to be safe for this... Read the whole entry...» Pisgah National Forest, from Graveyard Fields (Milepost 418 on Blue Ridge Parkway) Credit: ExploreAsheville.com If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North... Read the whole entry...» Aquawave Express Carwash, 6415 West Wilkinson Blvd, Belmont, is transforming into Tunnel of Terror Thursdays through Sundays until Halloween. You can get your car washed while you enjoy (if “enjoy” is the right word) while a haunted... Read the whole entry...» Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, at 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, is worth the short drive from Charlotte, especially during the Christmas season. Please check back soon, but we know that Holidays at the Garden will start in late November,... Read the whole entry...» We've put together a list of several Christmas Trains you can take the kids to this holiday season around the state of North Carolina. Many of these have an TBD status for the 2020 holiday season, and we will update with information as soon as... Read the whole entry...» Krispy Kreme is taking spooky right of the season, giving fans a sweeter way to 'Reverse Trick-or-Treat' and safely be sweet to others while treating themselves. Introducing Krispy Kreme's “Sweet-or-Treat” Saturdays, where every Saturday... Read the whole entry...»
In these times, we want to help Charlotte area businesses reach their customers and help readers find the services they need. And we all like a deal. So we've created Charlotte on the Cheap Deals.
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