Chicken Salad Chick is celebrating Guest Appreciation Day on Thursday, January 19th, 2023.

Every customer gets a free scoop of Classic Carol. Limit one free scoop per guest.

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.

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You can spend as much as you want on a date, but spending a lot is not required in Charlotte.

Here are some ideas for cheap date nights (or days) in the Charlotte area. Many of these dates are free, and none are too pricy.

Got more ideas for cheap date nights in the Charlotte area?...

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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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National Popcorn Day is Thursday, January 19th, 2023, and it’s a popular event at movie theaters, for obvious reasons. Here are some of National Popcorn Day deals that have been announced so far!

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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Queen’s Feast — Charlotte Restaurant Week is returning in January, 2023, for ten days. It will be taking place from January 20th to 29th, 2023.

This will be the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or revisit a favorite restaurant that you’ve been missing.

During Queen’s Feast you pay a set amount for a three...

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Common Market is a neighborhood hangout and often hosts live...

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Christmas might be over, but Amazon is continuing to offer special deals. Its promotions includes many items that you might have wished you had received as gifts. Or if you’re returning a gift, look here for great deals on what you really want.

We’re listing a few deals below that seem like they might be a good fit, and have...

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Hot Glass Alley is Charlotte’s first hot glass art studio. It’s at 438 Atando Avenue, which is north of Uptown, between Graham Street and N. Tryon Street. It’s around the corner from NoDa Brewing.

It’s owned by artist Jake Pfeifer, a young artist who has been blowing glass since he was 14 years old.

Hot Glass...

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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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Looking for a Valentine’s Day gift but want to avoid the mad dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating the Queen City.

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Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring consignment sales for 2023. Some spring consignment sales in Charlotte start in February.

Save loads of money on clothes for yourself and your kids. Most of these sales are for kids’ clothing, toys and accessories, but there is at least one in the...

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Maker’s Market is a mini market that pops up at different locations around Charlotte with handmade and local vendors.

You can see their upcoming markets on their Facebook page. Also, make sure to verify all dates and times on the Facebook page.

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

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Looking for live music in Charlotte and surrounding areas? Check out this list of what’s on the calendar on Charlotte on the Cheap. These are concerts and music events that are free or cheap! Please note that you should still tip the musician if you can, and purchase a drink if the event is at a bar/brewery/coffee shop.

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They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. When you plan on an event, make sure to verify which location it’s at.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte...

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VisArt Video, at 3102 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration on Sunday, January 22nd, 2023, at 2 p.m.

Local filmmaker Jinna Kim will be providing delicious dumplings and Asian snacks for the screening of his two short films.

Learn about more ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year around Charlotte!

Afterwards...

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Asheville’s Bhramari Brewing Company is has opened the doors to its Charlotte taproom, at 1200 South Graham Street. They are hosting weekly trivia and more.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

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LaLa Photography is offering a great deal on a Valentine Mini Event.

LaLa Photography’s studio is at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. This is a fantastic, low-priced way to get a picture to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Valentine Photoshoot

On three weekends in January and February, 2023, LaLa Photography is...

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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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Devil’s Logic Brewing, at 1426 E 4th Street, features a taproom, kitchen, event space, and outdoor patio space. There’s parking on the 1st level in the parking deck across the street.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Devil’s Logic...

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The Lunar New Year takes place January 22nd, 2023, and is celebrated all month long. Read on to learn how to celebrate in the Charlotte area.

Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it’s also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea.

2023 is the Year of the Rabbit for most Asian...

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Our friends Dan and Kay are saving a FREE seat for you for this class they’re hosting on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, at 8 p.m.

Register for free.

They are going over the proven framework that takes the guesswork out of getting ahead and actually saving money towards your biggest financial goal.

Register for free.

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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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Worried about getting your Thin Mint or Samoa fix? The Girl Scouts have you covered.

When Is Girl Scout Cookie Season?

Girl Scout cookies are available in the Charlotte area now! Girl Scout Cookie season has started (as of January 16th, 2023) for the Hornet’s Nest Council, which covers the Charlotte area.

If you know a Girl Scout,...

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In January and February of 2023, take a FREE capoeira class at West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2401 Kendall Drive, Charlotte, NC.

The class will take place on Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m.

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

The class is for all ages.

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian dance, martial arts, and...

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Levine Museum of the New South has reopened at its new location, 401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC. This is beside the Green, between Bernardin’s Restaurant and the Three Wells Fargo lobby.

It’s now free to visit, any day that it’s open. Read on to learn about the current exhibits and upcoming events.

Men of Change Exhibit

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UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens’ Valentine’s event is back, expanded and in an in-person format.

The Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens will take place February 11th and 12th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. each day.

Most of the events will take place at Cone University Center, 9025 University Road, with selected events at...

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DSU and Winthrop University are presenting a Lunar New Year Celebration.

The event takes place Saturday, January 21st, 2023, at 8 p.m. at Richardson Ballroom, at DiGiorgio Student Union, 2020 Alumni Drive, Rock Hill, SC.

The celebration will feature lion dancers, a guzheng performance and a lecture from Dr. Catherine Chang.

Admission is $5...

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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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Your money. Your community. Your voice.
Share your priorities with Mecklenburg County leaders as they plan a budget for next year.

Join them for a community workshop in your neighborhood. Learn more about Mecklenburg County programs and how your tax dollars pay for them – and make your voice heard.

Take the Budget Survey, starting...

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The Thirsty Beaver, at 1225 Central Avenue, is celebrating its 15th anniversary on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, at 8 p.m.

Live music by The Loose Lugnuts all night!

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More free and cheap live music around Charlotte

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Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is presenting Matthews Comic-Con on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

It will take place at the Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell Street, Matthews, North Carolina.

Enjoy comics, cosplay, games, art food trucks and more. There will be a costume...

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Saturday, February 5th, 2022, is National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. If you’ve never celebrated this food holiday, or heard of it, well, in short, it’s a day to eat ice cream for breakfast. That’s all. But isn’t that enough?

Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

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Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. South, Concord, is hosting a monthly Cars and Coffee “cruise-in” event.

They generally take place the 3rd Saturday of every month.

Cars and Coffee will take place in the Speedway’s Fan Zone from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Upcoming dates:

• February 18th, 2023
• March 18th, 2023

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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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Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy is the Charlotte region’s only traditional hung gar kung fu school. It’s at 514 North Main Street, Troutman.

Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy will be presenting the Lion Dance for the Chinese New Year at several Charlotte area locations in 2023.

Learn about more ways...

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Charlotte Mini-Con, Charlotte’s longest running comic book convention, takes place Saturday, February 4th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Grady Cole Center, 310 North Kings Drive, Charlotte, NC.

Admission is $5. Guests 16 years and younger are admitted for free.

The Charlotte Mini-Con is brought to you by Heroes Aren’t Hard To...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center is planning Green River Revival on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, from 9 p.m. until 5 p.m.

Green River Revival is one of Charlotte’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day events, featuring the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run, live music, yoga, and a green river.

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