Explore Mallard Creek Greenway with this GoPro video tour

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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. St. Patrick’s Day...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week, including concerts, festivals, kids' activities and more

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The U.S. Fleet Forces Band, known as “The Finest of the Fleet,” is performing in a free concert at Northwest School of the Art’s auditorium on Wednesday, March 16th, 2022, at 7 p.m. Performing will be the band’s Wind...

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Petra’s Bar, at 1919 Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood, is a friendly neighborhood bar that includes a main bar with a stage, a taproom, an art gallery and a patio. It frequently hosts excellent live music, pop-up vendor and art markets,...

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Find free and cheap things to do near you in Charlotte this weekend. This list includes festivals, concerts, kids' activities and more.

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Noodles & Company is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a special deal. On March 16th and 17th, 2022, buy any entrée and get a small entrée for FREE. The offer is valid at the chain’s more than 450 locations nationwide. There are...

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Find the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area in the chart below. Powered by Gas Buddy. The Gas Buddy map below will show the places that have cheap gas near you, and the chart will show the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area. All...

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Every Wednesday and Friday at 12 p.m., there’s a free walking tour at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte. The tours are scheduled from January 12th to March 30th, 2022. To attend, you need to RSVP on Eventbrite. Camp North End...

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If you have never shopped Sam’s Club, now is a good time to start (read on for a special deal!) Part of Walmart, Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club. Instead of stocking every item in every available brand, Sam’s Club merchants...

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Old Town Public House, 21314 Catawba Avenue in Cornelius, specializes in coffee, espresso, craft beer, fine wines and live music. It’s located in the heart of Old Town Cornelius. There’s no cover for the live music, so make sure to stop...

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Red Clay Ciderworks, at 245 Clanton Road, hosts plenty of events, many of which are free. Find them all on Red Clay’s Facebook page. Trivia NightThursdays, scheduled through May 5th, 2022 (and probably beyond)7 p.m. to 9 p.m.Free Drag...

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VisArt Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation, creation, and experience of movies through education, community events, and rental of over 40,000 titles—some being rare and non-streaming. Check out...

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The Levine Center for the Arts is continuing Wednesday Night Live in 2022. The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the Arts — Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for...

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Celebrate Easter in Charlotte, with egg hunts and Easter Bunny pictures. We also include a list of ways to celebrate at home.

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Paws in the Park is a free family event featuring lots of adoptable dogs, a dog walk, entertainment, vendors and more.

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Harrisburg is a small town that celebrates the 4th of July in a big way. The town puts on a big parade and a two-day festival. The festival is free to attend. Ride tickets will be available for purchase. Scroll down for the schedule and details for...

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The Hindu Center of Charlotte, at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, is hosting its Holi Festival on Saturday, March 19th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a free event for the whole community. It will feature a live DJ, food, shopping, and, of...

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Bring the whole family to Indian Trail for a free movie series and a free concert series. Both series will feature a free bounce house, face painting and yard games. Dinner will be available for purchase. Please make sure to check below to see which...

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Have you attended a Tosco Music Party show yet? If you like music, of any genre, you should. It’s a family friendly musical variety show. Bands and musicians each play two songs. You might see a jazz pianist, followed by bluegrass band,...

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Petty Thieves Brewing Co., at 413 Dalton Avenue, Charlotte, creates craft beers, fueled by passion and imagination. They also host many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here’s what’s coming up: Drag Bingo: Petty...

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Luck Factory Games is a board game café at Gibson Mill Market in Concord. The address for your GPS is 305 McGill Avenue NW, Concord. Enjoy their library of board games, along with food and beverages while you play. This is a place to go for get...

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If, like many Charlotte area families, you’re thinking about going to Myrtle Beach for Spring Break, we have some information to help you. We asked Joey Bevil, publisher of Myrtle Beach on the Cheap, for some ideas for frugal fun at Myrtle...

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Your source for Charlotte concerts. Find live music this weekend in Charlotte with this list of concerts at more than 20 music venues in Charlotte, from tiny dive bars to the biggest arenas.

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Learn where (and when) to pick apples, strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins, sunflowers and more near Charlotte, North Carolina.

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