Carolinas Aviation Museum is partnering with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept. (CMPD) and DroneScape to educate and certify middle and high school students in recreational drone flying and explore drone careers.

This is a FREE program, but space is limited and registration is required.

Recreational Drone Certification...

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LaLa Photography is offering FREE Halloween mini-sessions at its studio at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. Wear your spookiest costume!

These will be 10 minute sessions and will include one FREE digital image.

The sessions take place October 29th to 31st, 2022, and limited spaces are available....

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Enjoy some free stuff (and some cheap stuff) on Halloween or around Halloween with this list of freebies and deals. Make sure to click on the links for necessary details. Participation varies by location.

Unless otherwise noted, these freebies and deals are for Monday, October 31, 2022, but make sure to follow the links for information on...

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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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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are offering free Halloween activities for kids on Saturday, October 29th, and Sunday, October 30th, 2022.

• Saturday, October 29th, 2022: 3 to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, October 30th, 2022: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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

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As you plan your Halloween festivities, don’t miss some of the amazing and fun decorations and attractions that your neighbors are providing!

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of Halloween parties, Trick...

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Kids go free at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, on Halloween weekend, October 28th to October 31st, 2022.

Experience racing excitement from start to finish with over 50 interactives. View 18 historic cars on Glory Road, celebrate NASCAR inductees in the Hall of Honor and experience what it takes to be a NASCAR...

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When is Trick or Treating in the Charlotte area in 2022? This is a commonly asked question and the answer is simple. October 31st. Neighborhood trick or treating is always on October 31st in the Charlotte area. It doesn’t matter what day of the week it is, or what else is going on. It’s always on...

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Early bird rates make it especially attractive – and gift-worthy

The Yadkin Valley Winter Wine & Beer Passport serves up a season of tastings in North Carolina wine country.

Whether buying for yourself or giving as a gift, each passport is a money-saving pass to tasting experiences at 18 wineries and breweries. The tastings can be...

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Matthews Playhouse is presenting its Halloween Haunted Trail from Friday, October 28th, to Sunday, 30th, 2022.

The trail is on Four Mile Creek Trail, behind the Matthews Community Center, 100 McDowell Street, Matthews.

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Candy Crawl and Monster Market is a free event taking place in Plaza Midwood on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It will be at the alley next to Snug Harbor, at 1226 Gorden Street, Charlotte, NC.

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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...

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We’re doing it again! Contest #9 is giving away 4 tickets to the Carolina Renaissance Festival! Keep reading to enter!

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Looking for a Charlotte Halloween bar crawl? Looking for something to do for Halloween? Maybe a party to show off your costume? We’ve put together a list of bar crawls, costume parties, Halloween costumes and movies, for adults.

Not all of these events are strictly for adults, but most are. Make sure to follow each link to see if...

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Chickadee Hill Farms, at 181 East Monbo Road, Statesville, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Tree Festival.

This holiday event takes place from November 25th to December 3rd, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Admission is $20. Kids under 2 years old are admitted for free.

Check out our huge day-by-day list of holiday events in the Charlotte...

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Celebrate Halloween at Project Terror, at Victoria Yards, 209 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 5 to 11 p.m.

This event is for ages 21+.

Check out a big list of Halloween events in Charlotte for adults, including bar crawls, costume parties and more.

Tickets are $10 if you’re in costume, and $20 without...

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Trick or Treat in the Park takes place Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Harrisburg Park, 191 Sims Parkway, Harrisburg.

The event includes games, candy, food, inflatables, costume contests, and more. Kids will trick or treat with local merchants.

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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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TCBY is celebrating First Responders Day on Friday, October 28th, 2022, by giving first responders their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt for free. Please bring valid ID to show your first responder status.

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!...

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BBOC (Black Business Owners Corp) is presenting the 6th Annual Charlotte Black Restaurant Week from October 17th to 31st, 2022.

During this time participating Black owned restaurants will be offering 25% to 50% off Charlotte Black Restaurant Week specials.

Participating Restaurants

More restaurants might be added.

Cuzzo’s Cuisine
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In honor of National First Responders Day on October 28th, 2022, Lowe’s is offering a discount to eligible first responders at Lowe’s stores nationwide and at Lowes.com.

First responders can receive $10 off a $75 or more qualifying purchase.

The discount will be redeemable from October 21st to 28th, 2022.

First responders can...

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For a place where the average high temperature is 62 degrees in November and 53 degrees in December, Charlotte sure does like outdoor ice skating. This year there are four places in the Charlotte region where you can ice skate outside. Two in Charlotte, one in Huntersville, and one in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Check out...

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SolarShine Express Car Wash, at 3007 Zeus Street, Charlotte, NC, is presenting the Haunted Tunnel on Saturdays, October 22nd and 29th, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m.

For $20 you get a car wash and a haunted experience!

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The Village of Marvin is hosting Trick or Treat in the Park on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Marvin Efird Park, 8909 New Town Road, Marvin, North Carolina.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big 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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Many readers have been looking for the Tunnel of Terror Haunted Car Wash at Aquawave Express in Belmont, North Carolina. However, to our knowledge, that event is not happening this year.

But don’t despair! Kannapolis AutoSpa, at 2215 Roxie Street NE, Kannapolis, NC, is stepping up to the plate with a haunted car wash!

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Aboretum Shopping Center, at 8008 Providence Road, Charlotte, is hosting Tricks-n-Treats on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of Halloween parties, Trick or...

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Are you ready for Halloween? Here are a whole bunch of events to get you in the Halloween spirit. The list includes trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more. This list includes events for both kids and adults.

Make sure to scroll down for a monster of a list, organized chronologically, day by day. And it’s growing every day.

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Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art.

According to North Carolina law it operates as a private club, and, thus, is required to charge a membership fee. The fee is $1 per year.

Free parking is available in the secure gravel...

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The Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC, is hosting the Bicycle Film Festival on Friday, October 28th, 2022, at 6:43 p.m. This is a free event. Parking is $6.

Bicycle Film Festival is a night of short films about life on two wheels.

Bicycle Film Festival has been held in 90 cities worldwide since its inception...

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Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for their friends and family members who have passed away. The holiday features altars to loved ones and brightly painted sugar skulls.

Here are some celebrations, festivals and workshops throughout Charlotte where you can learn...

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Rea Farms, 9855 Sandy Rock Place, is hosting a free Halloween event, Mischief and a Movie, on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, from 4 to 10 p.m.

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Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 McGill Ave NW in Concord, is Concord’s first full-scale production brewery. It’s open seven days a week.

It also hosts live music (and more) to go along with the craft beer, usually on Fridays and Saturdays. Find all events on their Facebook page or their website calendar.

Check out a huge calendar...

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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 5th to December 24th, 2022.

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

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Every Friday in October, 2022, you can enjoy live music at certain LYNX Blue Line stations. Ride with the Music is a program from CATS, in partnership with JazzArts.

It’s free to listen to the music. But maybe there will be an opportunity to leave a tip, or to buy a CD.

Here’s the remaining schedule:

Lovell Bradford Quartet
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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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Stowe Family YMCA, at 196 YMCA Drive, Belmont, is hosting several family events this fall that are for the whole community, whether or not you’re a YMCA member. These events are free for all.

Follow Stowe Family YMCA on Facebook for updates and announcements.

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Buzzed Viking Brewing Company, at 1048 Copperfield Boulevard, Concord, is a locally owned, full-service brewery. It features a large outdoor patio and balcony with cornhole and giant Jenga.

Buzzed Viking hosts many events, which you can find on their Facebook page.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Coming Up

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Northwood Office and Charlotte is Creative are presenting, BOOllantyne, a magical Halloween celebration in Ballantyne’s Backyard, 11611 N Community House Road, Charlotte, NC, on Friday, October 28th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

It’s free from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and $10 per person starting at 4 p.m....

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Brewers at 4001 Yancey is a group of like-minded brewers from Victory Beer Co. & Southern Tier Brewing Co. The taproom features well-known varieties, as well as exciting new offerings designed for the local market. There is also a full-service kitchen and dining spaces.

Keep an eye on Brewers at 4001 Yancey’s Facebook page for...

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Birdsong Brewing Co., at 1016 North Davidson Street, frequently hosts live music and other events. There’s no cover. You can always verify their schedule on their website or on their Facebook page.

Birdsong Brewing was founded in 2011 and is part of Charlotte’s growing craft beer community. If you have questions about their...

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St. Stephen Methodist Church, at 6800 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC, is holding its 26th Annual Fall Craft Festival on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Shop from over 40 vendors. There’s no admission cost.

Barbecue will be...

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Optimist Hall, at 1115 N. Brevard Street, Charlotte, is a food hall inside in a redeveloped former gingham mill. Its 147,000 square feet feature a wide variety of unique food stalls, as well as bars, some retail, and restaurants.

It’s situated in Optimist Park, between Uptown and NoDa.

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A Walking Vibe Presents AFROFIT and Yoga on Sunday, November 13th, 2022, at 11 a.m., at Summit Seltzer, 2215 Thrift Road, Charlotte, NC.

The cost is $10.

This 45-minute bodyweight boot camp featuring trainers from BBT Fitness and yoga intructor Imani Blaize. No equipment, just high energy and a smile! Enjoy the workout with guest DJ...

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The Annual Intertribal Powwow at UNC Charlotte takes place Saturday, October 29th, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. It will be at the Northeast Recreational Field Complex, 1001 John Kirk Drive, Charlotte, NC.

The event is hosted by The Native American Student Association and The Native American Caucus.

The Powwow features drumming, dancing and...

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Kids 12 and under get a free Scary Face Pancake at participating IHOP restaurants from October 24th to 31st, 2022, from 4 to 10 p.m., with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Make sure to check out our growing list of Halloween food freebies and deals for 2022!

Kids can create their own scary (or not scary) face on their pancakes with toppings...

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