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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From September 30th through November 3th, 2022, watch retro horror flicks on the big screen for retro pricing — just $5 — at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas, 9110 Kings Parade Boulevard.

The movies will be shown seven days a week, and there will be two movies every night.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking...

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Celebrate fall at Carolina Corn Fest, on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 5 pm. to 10 p.m., at Aw Shucks Farm, 3718 Plyler Mill Road, Monroe, NC.

The festival features live music, arts and crafts, and lots of great food.

In addition, your ticket includes the very first day of the corn maze at Aw Shucks Farm! There will be three mazes...

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UPDATE: The winner is Carmen O.! Please make sure to check your inbox and spam folder!

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...

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UPDATE: The winner of the first 4 tickets is Juan D.! We’ve sent you an email with instructions. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam folder. We have now started a SECOND contest for 4 more tickets! If you entered the first one you can still enter the second one. Read on…..

Carolina Renaissance Festival is making the...

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The 58th Annual Festival in the Park will take place at Freedom Park, 1900 East Boulevard, from Friday, September 16th, to Sunday, September 18th, 2022.

It’s free to attend. Scroll down for the stage schedule.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center is presenting Flow Fest on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The festival celebrates wellness and mindfulness in a natural, outdoor setting.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of...

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St. Simeon Serbian Orthodox Church, 7609 Mallard Creek Road, is hosting Serb Fest on Saturday, September 24th and 25th, 2022.

• Saturday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Sunday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

On Saturday, the tournament starts at 3 p.m. and live music starts at 3 p.m.

Admission and parking are free.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether...

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Babbel Language Learning has a special deal available through StackSocial. For a limited time, purchase a Lifetime Subscription for $199. This subscription will grant you access to all 14 languages that Babbel supports. (See below.)

The full price for a lifetime subscription is $499. Babbel currently has a deal on their website for $249.

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The cruise is to Grand Bahama Island.

Please note that we can’t answer any questions about this program, including questions about eligibility. Please call...

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Cabarrus County Fair is returning in 2022 to Cabarrus Events & Arena Center, 4751 NC Highway 49 North, Concord.

It will take place from September 9th to 17th, 2022.

The fair will feature rides,...

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The Charlotte area is ready for fall and Halloween! Here’s a list of haunted trails, corn mazes, fall farm activities and more, for the 2022 season.

Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don’t typically include in Charlotte on the Cheap, but are worth checking out.

If you have questions about safety...

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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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Shake Shack is offering a great deal this week.

From September 6th to 12th, 2022, Shake Shack is offering a buy-one-get-one-free single ShackBurger at participating locations. Use promo code BURGERBUDS.

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...

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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 festivals, cultural festivals, food festivals and more.

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

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