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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Amazon is celebrating Alexa’s 8th birthday with a big sale on many of its most popular devices. If you’ve wanted to upgrade your smart home devices, get a new TV, or get a new Kindle, this is the time to do it. The sale is through November 7th, 2022.

The prices and discounts can vary throughout the week and day, but at...

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The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, is thanking those who have served in the U.S. Military with Military Appreciation Week.

Learn about more Veterans Day events in the Charlotte area, including parades, festivals, and ceremonies. There is also a list of special freebies for veterans and military members.

From Monday,...

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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 nearby Gaston County.

All concerts are at 8 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

The concerts will be...

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Charlotte on the Cheap readers have loved Charlotte Warehouse Sale for years. Several times a year, fashion lovers have the chance to shop for new, name-brand clothings and accessories, at 65% to 90% off retail prices.

Read on to enter a contest to win a $50 gift certificate to the sale!

Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s “Fall Into...

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. In addition, they also host festivals, workshops, nature hikes, campfire and more events, many of which are...

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LaLa Photography is offering an incredibly low-priced option for a holiday photo shoot. Their Holiday Headquarters is ready for sign-ups! For just $29 you get a 20 minute session that includes up to 4 children, plus adults.

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Lowe’s Annual Pajama Walk will take place on Sunday, November 13th, 2022, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at McAlpine Park, 8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte.

This event will raise funds and awareness for ZABS Place and Friendship Circle, two local non-profits that offer social opportunities, training and employment for individuals with special...

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Regal is showing classic holiday movies on five weekends this season. Tickets are just $5.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte area! We update it every day!

The movies will be shown at 1 p.m. at participating theaters. Scroll down to see the participating cinemas in the Charlotte area.

• November 27th, 2022:...

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Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here’s a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more.

We’re always adding to this list!

Scroll down for a day-by-day list of holiday markets in the Charlotte area.

Know of more that should be on this list?...

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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.

We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling...

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Santa is coming to Ben & Jerry’s, 202 South Main Street in Davidson, on Tuesday, December 6th, 2022, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

We are putting together a huge list of places in the Charlotte area to get free pictures with Santa!

The cost is $10 per family. Follow the above link and reserve your family’s spot....

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Many businesses thank veterans and active military members by offering them a free meal or other gift on Veterans Day, which is Friday, November 11th, 2022. If you’re a member of the military, please check out this list, and see if there’s a deal that you might be able to take advantage of.

Read on for lots of food freebies, as...

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Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Here are a few opportunities in the Charlotte area for the 2022 Christmas season. Make sure to bring your camera. At most of these, you take your own pictures, but at some, professional photographers take the pictures.

Note: A few of...

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The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia, is probably familiar to many kids, who visit it for school field trips. If your child hasn’t visited it yet (or if they have!) it’s more than worth the short trek to Gastonia.

Read on to see some pictures of the outdoor exhibits,...

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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 Groupon is offering two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you.

Option 1:...

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Keith Family YMCA instructors are leading FREE fitness classes on The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossings Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Check out a big list of free fitness events in the Charlotte area!

These free classes were announced on Prosperity Village Area Association’s Facebook page, and that would be a good...

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Subway is a fast and affordable meal option on-the-go! You can easily customize your order to fit your dietary needs and (let’s face it) your culinary cravings.

With regular and footlong options, the new protein bowls, salads, wraps, kids’ meals, and even breakfast (at participating shops), you’ll find what you want, when you need it!...

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Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2022 Christmas season? You’ve come to the right place.

This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes.

We will have a Google map with all the light on this page, and more! To see the map, just scroll down past...

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Bass Pro Shops, at Concord Mills, and Cabela’s, at 1000 Cabela Drive, Fort Mill, SC, are hosting Santa’s Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience from November 6th to December 24th, 2022. On November 5th, 2022, officially kick off the Santa’s Wonderland experience with...

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If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving dinner to go from a grocery store or restaurant.

Every year we put together a list of grocery stores and restaurants where you can order your meal ahead of time. In some cases they come “ready to cook” or...

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This is a growing list of 2022 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.

Please scroll down for a (soon to be) massive day-by-day list.

Make sure to bookmark this page, as it will be frequently updated.

And make sure to follow the links to...

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If cooking dinner doesn’t sound like a holiday to you, here’s a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24th, 2022. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away.

There are a few takeout options included in this...

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Looking for something to do to get out of the house on Thanksgiving Weekend?

We are highlighting a few events you shouldn’t miss, but then, scroll down for a huge list of events we have on the calendar from Wednesday, November 23rd, through Sunday, November 27th, 2022.

On Charlotte on the Cheap we focus on free and cheap events, and...

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