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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,...

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Free Mayfield Dairy Farms ice cream in Uptown Charlotte Aug 22

96.9 The Kat is teaming up with Mayfield Dairy Farms to give away FREE ice cream on select Mondays throughout the summer.

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.

On Mayfield Mondays, head to Trade and Tryon Streets,...

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Carowinds offering FREE Pre-K pass — 2023 passes now available
Photo courtesy of Carowinds


Carowinds is now offering a free Pre-K pass for kids age 3-5. You just need to register online, and your child can visit Carowinds for free though the whole 2023 season. If you get a 2023 Pre-K pass for your child, they can also visit for free for the rest of the 2022 season.

Kids with a Pre-K pass can enjoy...

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Queen City Comedy Experience: 30+ comedy shows July 31 to Aug 28


Queen City Comedy Experience is back for the first time since 2019. It will feature 30+ shows in six venues (plus some virtual shows) from July 31st to August 28th, 2022.

Read on for information on a few of the shows, or check them all out at BlumenthalArts.org/Queen-City-Comedy-Experience.

The performances are varied, including improv,...

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City of Charlotte Arts and Culture Plan Community Kick-Off — live music, arts activities, food, more….

The City of Charlotte is creating the Charlotte Arts and Culture Plan to sustain and grow the creative sector in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, and we need to hear from YOU!

Their Community Kick-Off Event takes place Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Silver Hammer Studios at AvidXchange 817 Hamilton Street Charlotte, NC.

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Budget-friendly summer and fall glamping in an RV delivered to you

For those of us who define “roughing it” as packing our own road-trip food until we arrive at our hotel, camping has never held much appeal. “Glamping” in an RV, on the other hand, seems like a great compromise: Enjoy the beauties of nature without giving up hot showers, electricity and indoor toilets.

If you’ve been considering an RV...

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Day by day list of 100+ outdoor concerts in Charlotte (mostly free)

There’s no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months in Charlotte, and there’s really no better way to spend a nice evening.

We’ve put together a huge list of outdoor concerts, mostly free, throughout the whole Charlotte area.

After the descriptions of the concerts, which is organized by area, scroll down to see a...

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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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Sam’s Club Membership: $14.99 (includes $10 Sam’s Club E-Gift Card)

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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Big discounts for Hops & Hogs Festival, Wheel of Fortune Live, and W.A.S.P.

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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Day-by-day list of markets around Charlotte — art, vintage, hand-made items

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

Markets are popping up all over Charlotte. You’ll find them in large venues like the Park Expo & Conference Center, in breweries, in arts venues, and more.

Some focus on handmade items, some on vintage goods, some on art, some are flea markets, and some have a broader focus, with many kinds of vendors. Some...

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26th Festival of India August 27

The 26th Festival of India will take place Saturday, August 27th, 2022, from 12 to 8 p.m., at Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte.


Admission is $6 at the gate or $5 online. Admission is free for kids under age 10. Learn more and buy tickets here.

The festival includes:

  • Traditional dance
  • Bollywood dances
  • Exhibits
  • Visual arts
  • Souvenir...

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14 Charlotte Oktoberfest celebrations in 2022

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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Christmas Made in the South at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center Oct 21-23

Get ready for the holidays with Christmas Made in the South. This Christmas show takes place at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4751 US Highway 49 North, Concord, NC, on October 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 2022. An alternate address, which might work better with your GPS, is 4551 Old Airport Road, Concord.

  • Friday, October 21st: 10 a.m. to 6...

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