Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap things to do from Friday to Sunday (or Monday if it’s a holiday weekend.)

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much...

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At Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC, the third Thursday of the month is Date Night at the Museum. It’s open late, 6 to 8 p.m., and admission is “pay what you wish.” There are additional activities at the museum on these evenings, and historic homesite tours are available for $5.

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Each month, one of the museums that’s a part of Levine Center for the Arts presents ArtBreak, a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience some art.

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Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information.

Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding...

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The Fairy House Festival, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation’s extremely popular February festival, is returning as an in-person event on February 25th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Advance tickets are required, and are $7 for ages 5 and up. It’s free for children ages 4 and under. Tickets are on sale now.

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Whether you’re shopping for Valentine’s Day, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of trending deals at Amazon today. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.

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Potions & Pixels is a group with a passion for games. They have a library of around 300 games, including nostalgic games from childhood, party games and strategic games. They hold game nights at various venues, and they bring 75-100 of their games to each event.

You can find their schedule on their Facebook page.

Here’s...

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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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The U.S. National Whitewater Center’s very popular music festival, Tuck Fest, is planned for spring of 2023.

The dates are April 21st to 23rd, 2023.

Check back soon for the full music lineup, but the headliners for each day have been announced.

• Friday at 9 p.m.: Amanda Shires
• Saturday at 9 p.m.:...

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Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating OREO’s 111th birthday with a freebie for their customers.

On Monday, March 6th, 2023, the first 111 guests at each bakery at 1:11 p.m. will get a free OREO Cookies & Cream Bundtlet.

A Bundtlet is an individual sized Bundt Cake. Limit one per person.

We have...

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Join in for the first annual Plaza Midwood Mardi Gras Parade! It will take place on Saturday, February 18th, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., in front of the Vine Church, 2101 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte, NC.

The parade will end in Midwood Park, 2100 Wilhelmina Avenue.

This is a free, fun, family event. Wear your purple, green and...

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The Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, has launched its Community Impact Film Series, focused on timely issues and concerns that impact the people of Charlotte. It’s partnering with educators, non-profit organizations, and community groups to spark dialogue through the power of film.

The first film in the...

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Visit the Rail Trail from February 3rd to 19th, 2023, and experience Rail Trail Lights, six never-before-seen interactive light installations.

Installations on Rail Trail Lights

Descriptions...

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Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout the Charlotte area with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures, film, and much more.

We’re putting together a list of some of the special events taking place in Charlotte for Black History Month in 2023, as well as a couple of places that have...

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Gaston Pour House, at 170 S. South Street, Gastonia, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, light bites, wine, cocktails and beer.

They also host frequent events. You can find all the events on their Facebook page.

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Mattie’s Diner, at 3100 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC, is celebrating Johnny Cash’s birthday with a live performance and a Johnny Cash-inspired menu.

The event takes place Sunday, February 26th, 2023. The diner closes at 2 p.m. on Sundays but will reopen at 6 p.m. for the special event. The show starts at 7 p.m.

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No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there’s a party for you in the Charlotte area in 2023. Here’s a list of events that are free or cheap to attend. Drinks are on you, but you can expect to find some drink specials at many of these events. Some of these are family events and some are fo radults.

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Cabarrus Arts Council’s Galleries are in the historic courthouse, at 65 Union Street South, Concord, North Carolina.

The galleries are free to visit.

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Davidson College’s Music Department presents many concerts throughout the year. Some feature student groups, like the jazz ensemble or Davidson Chorale, some feature faculty members and some feature guest performers. You can see the whole calendar...

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SAS Cupcakes, at 9941 Rea Rd. Suite, regularly holds free events for families, with themed goodies for purchase. Here is one that is coming up.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!

Dino-Mite Edu-tainment Free Family Fun Event
Saturday, February 25th, 2023
11...

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EmpowerHer is presenting Women in Business Showcase on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 4751 State Hwy 49, Concord, North Carolina.

Tickets are $5 at the door.

Free swag bags for the first 200 guests.

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If you haven’t tried Popbar yet, you’re in for a treat! Choose your flavor of gelato, your coating (aka dip), and your toppings (aka poppings), and walk away with it all on a stick.

Popbar had...

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Seoul Food Meat Company, which serves up a traditional BBQ menu with an Asian twist to every item, is hosting celebrations at both locations on February 19th, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. until midnight.

At its South End location, 1400 S Church Street, Charlotte, it will be celebrating its 8th anniversary. And at its new Mill District location,...

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Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Here’s a list of upcoming Charlotte trivia nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule.

You’ll find them at bars, breweries, cideries, restaurants and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia nights around Charlotte.

Most of the trivia...

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Walking in nature is special in every season, and in the springtime, one of the delights is the wide variety of wildflowers that bloom in our region.

If you love wildflowers, one helpful resource is the North Carolina Plant Society. The Southern Piedmont Chapter, which includes the Charlotte area, presents a wide variety of programs, including...

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Charlotte Pride Band is returning to the concert stage in a free concert, Journey, on Saturday, March 18th, 2023, 7 p.m., at the Parr Center Theater of CPCC, 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC.

Learn all about the various community bands, orchestras and choirs in Charlotte, and how you can participate.

Led by Artistic Director, John...

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Camp North End is growing by leaps and bounds as more stores, restaurants, art galleries, and other businesses are setting up shop here.

That’s Novel Books, a used book store, is located inside Hygge Coworking’s space, in the Mount District of Camp North End, at 330 Camp Road. Look for the sign that says “Lokal.”

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Charlotte Roller Derby is back on the track for the 2023 with a Homecoming Bout Double Header at the Grady Cole Center. The action starts with a CLTRD Royal Rumble: Purple vs. White, followed by the headlining bout: Charlotte Roller Derby vs. Rogue Roller Derby of Fayetteville.

It takes place Saturday, February 18th, 2023, at Grady Cole...

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National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Queen City Metropolitan Chapter and Communities in Schools are presenting HBCU College Fair on February 18th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at West Mecklenburg High School, 7400 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.

This is a free event and is open to the public.

This event will...

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Pickleball is becoming increasingly popular in Charlotte, NC! If you’re in search of the perfect place to play, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. Check out the comprehensive list on Pickleheads, a pickleball court data provider, for the best places to play pickleball in Charlotte.

Pickleball, which incorporates elements...

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Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event.

Be sure to also check out:

• Signing up for Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily email
• Big list of indoor play areas
• Outdoor movies
• Best free...

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