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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Wing Haven, 260 Ridgewood Avenue, is a local treasure, with three public gardens that are a haven for nature-seeking visitors, as well as the birds and wildlife that call them home.

The garden is holding its Spring Plant Sale April 13th to 15th, 2023. The plant sale is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

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The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to our art and culture by African and African-American people. It features changing exhibits, and frequently hosts low-priced arts events for the community, giving them a...

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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is presented by Charlotte Center City Partners.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte March 31st to April 16th, 2023, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations,...

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Pike Nurseries frequently offers free gardening classes and other events. Read on to see what’s coming up. Find more information on Pike Nurseries’ website.

Pike Nurseries now has four locations in the Charlotte area:

Pike Nurseries Ballantyne
12630 N. Community House Road, Charlotte, N.C. 28277

Pike Nurseries Matthews
...

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Queen Charlotte Fair is bringing some fun to the area from April 13 to April 23, 2023. It will be at the Route 29 Pavilion, 5650 Sandusky Blvd., Concord. This is at the intersection of Hwy 29 and Bruton Smith Blvd.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the Charlotte area!

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Divine Barrel Brewing offers wood-fermented and barrel-aged wilds and sours, as well as unique interpretations of classic styles. They aim to create interesting experiments to inspire Charlotte’s beer-drinking community.

You can find them at 3701 N. Davidson Street, Suite 203. If you have any questions, you can reach them at...

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Did you know there’s a rodeo in Mint Hill? The annual Mint Hill Rodeo is a project of the Mint Hill Historical Society and provides family fun for all ages.

Mint Hill Rodeo will be at McWhirter Rodeo Arena, 8201 Bartlett Road, Mint Hill, on Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Tickets are not sold in advance. They’re...

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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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Looking for something for the kids to do during spring break? Cinergy Dine-In Cinemas is offering a Spring Break Movie Series for kids.

On April 11th to 13th, 2023, at 10 a.m., take the kids to the movies. Tickets are just $2.50 each.

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

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Birkdale Village is hosting an outdoor music series, Live Under the Oaks, on Fridays from April 7th to October 27th, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This is a free concert series.

Birkdale Village is at Birkdale Commons Parkway and Sam Furr Road, Huntersville.

A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks Cafe. Please bring...

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Aurora Star Lit Cinema is presenting a Mario Kart 64 Tournament at Camp North End. The event will take place 6 to 10 p.m. every Thursday in April, 2023.

Mario Kart 64 will be played on Nintendo 64, projected on the big screen at the Historic Ford Building at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte.

It’s $5 to enter the...

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El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration of children and of literacy.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has several special Día events planned in the month of April, 2023. We’ve listed the highlights of the programming below. Find more Día programming at the...

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Food Truck season is arriving! March 17th, 2023, marks the return of several popular Food Truck Fridays in Charlotte!

Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can’t be explained. It’s even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are on Spring Break, including a holiday, a teacher workday, and weekends, from Saturday, April 7, to Sunday, April 16, 2023.

Here are a few FREE or CHEAP things to do with them to keep them busy and happy. Make sure to follow each link to get the necessary details on times and locations. You can keep track of...

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Charlotte Master Chorale and Charlotte Symphony are presenting Mozart’s Requiem on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at 3 p.m., at East Mecklenburg High School, 6800 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC.

Tickets are “Pay What You Want.” Don’t delay on buying your tickets, as they might sell out. It really is “Name Your Own...

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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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Squirrel Lake Park, 1631 Pleasant Plains Road in Matthews, is the site for Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This day of free family fun in the park is presented by HAWK (Habitat and Wildlife Keepers), the Town of Matthews and NCWF’s Great Outdoors University.

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Charlotte Harps, the Charlotte chapter of the American Harp Society, is a non-profit organization made up of professional and semi-professional harpists, harp instructors, students and just people who love the harp.

The organization presents concerts, masterclasses, guest artist recitals and more.

On Saturday, April 15th, 2023, Charlotte...

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Shop for unique, locally crafted pottery at the NoDa Pottery Market. The holiday event takes place Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 3000 North Davidson Street.

Check out a huge, day-by-day list of artist, artisan and vintage markets in the Charlotte area!

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

A small, select group of Charlotte...

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The Carolina Panthers are hosting a 2023 Draft Party, presented by Bud Light, on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Bank of America Stadium, 800 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC.

Gates will open at 6:30 p.m., and on-field stage programming, hosted by Panthers play-by-play announcer Anish Shroff, and Panthers legend Jake Delhomme, will start at 7:30...

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The Charlotte Earth Day Celebration takes place on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at First Ward Park, 301 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC.

This is a free event for the community.

The festival will feature performances, children’s activities, educational activities for everyone, and more.

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Rock Hill’s annual Come See Me spring festival will take place April 13th to 22nd, 2023. It’s jam packed with activities and events.

Read on for a list of some of the highlights of the festival, but make sure to check out the complete schedule on comeseeme.org.

Parade
6:30 to 8:30...

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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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Whether you’re shopping for a gift, 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.

Also, learn about Amazon’s coupon page!

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To help take some of the sting out of tax day 2023, restaurants and other businesses are offering tax day deals and freebies. Tax Day is Tuesday, April 18th, 2023.

Check for specific days of each deal below. These are mostly national deals. Some may not be in your location. Also, participation might vary by location.

Tax Day Deals and...

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The Charlotte Woodcarvers Club will be hosting the 40th Annual Showcase of Woodcarvings on April 15th and 16th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on each day. It takes place at CPCC’s Worrell Building, 1228 Elizabeth Avenue.

This is the largest woodcarving show in the Southeast with work from more than 150 artists. The theme of the show is...

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Target is holding its very popular car seat trade-in event again this year. It takes place from April 16th to 29th, 2023.

Trade in any car seat and you can get 20% off coupon for a new car seat, booster seat, stroller or other select baby gear item.

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Charlotte Folk Society is committed to preserving the traditional folkways of the Carolina Piedmont, including music, dance, craft, and storytelling. They’ve been hosting monthly public Gatherings for 40 years.

The concerts take place at Great Aunt Stella Center, 926 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina.

• Food Truck available...

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Charlotte AutoFair will be at Charlotte Motor Speedway from April 13 to 16, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Thursday tickets are $10, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday tickets are $15. Kids 12 and under get in for free with an adult.

Purchase tickets online.

This is the largest collector car flea market and car corral in the southern...

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VTLGCLT (Vintage Charlotte) is one of Charlotte’s most popular sources for unique clothing and accessories. Every year it hosts pop-up shops where it brings together the area’s most talented and resourceful sellers of handmade and vintage items.

VTGCLT Spring Sale is going to take place April 15th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at...

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Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, brings craft beers to Lake Norman.

They also host frequent events. You can find all the upcoming events on their Facebook page or website calendar.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Coming Up

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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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Opera Carolina is presenting a family opera, The Tortoise and the Hare, at Historic Rosedale, 3427 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC. The gardens will be in full bloom.

The performances take place Sunday, April 30, 2023, on this schedule:

• 12 p.m.: Gates Open for first show
• 1 p.m.: Opera Carolina performs The Tortoise and The Hare
• 2:30 p.m.:...

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The City of Kings Mountain is hosting Earth Day at the Gateway Trail on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail. Check back soon for the time, and other details.

Check out more Earth Day celebrations in Charlotte!

Kings Mountain Gateway Trail is at 807 S. Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain,...

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This year, 2023, marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day.

Read on for a list of major events, followed by some ways to celebrate Earth Day at home, and then a day by day list of all Earth Day events on Charlotte on the Cheap’s calendar.

If you’re not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily...

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Celebrate Earth Day at Earth Jam 2023 at Robbins Park, 17738 W Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m.

This is a free, family-friendly festival.

This free event is a great way to come together as a community to celebrate Earth Day, eat delicious food, listen to live music, enjoy drinks from local...

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Dairy Queen is offering a small Blizzard for just 85¢ from April 10 to 23, 2023. A small Blizzard is normally around $4. Participating locations only!

The offer is only available via DQ’s app at participating locations. And you can get the deal only one time. Download the app here.

DQ is presenting five new Blizzard...

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NoDa Brewing Company, at 150 W 32nd Street, Charlotte (the North End location) hosts many free events. They also have a second location at 2229 N. Davidson St. Be sure to double-check the location before attending an event.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Check out NoDa Brewing Company’s Facebook page for...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is sharing its film series, Whitewater Film Series, again this spring.

On three Fridays in April, the Whitewater Center will be showing films with outdoor themes. It’s free to attend. The only cost is $6 for parking.

Check out this big list of outdoor movies...

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