No Group Hug? Now about a Group Nug?
On Friday, April 24th, 2020, Wendy's is offering FREE 4-piece chicken nuggets to every car that rolls through the drive-thru. You choose between crispy or spicy. No purchase is required. The giveaway is... Read the whole entry...» 
Dunkin' is trying to help us all get through April with this special deal. Every Friday in April, members of Dunkin's DD Perks Rewards Program get a FREE donut with the purchase of any beverage. Enjoy favorites such as Boston Kreme,... Read the whole entry...»  Taco Bell is giving back with a FREE Flamin' Hot or Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos to everyone in America.
On April 28, all drive-thru customers will receive a complimentary seasoned beef Doritos Locos Taco — no purchase necessary. The offer is... Read the whole entry...» 
Tai Chi Mike is hosting free Tai Chi/Qigong classes via Zoom. In addition to twice weekly classes, there's also a special event for National Tai Chi Day. Although the classes are free, donations are greatly appreciated. Follow links, below,... Read the whole entry...» 
MerleFest is not taking place this year. This festival, which celebrates “traditional plus” music, has been taking place on Wilkes Community College since 1988, as a fundraiser for the college, and in memory of Eddy Merle Watson. ... Read the whole entry...» 
William Shakespeare's birthday is Thursday, April 23rd, 2020, and although we won't be gathering on this day to enjoy performances, there are still many ways to celebrate, thanks to Folger Shakespeare Library and Royal Shakespeare... Read the whole entry...» 
Companies are offering freebies to healthcare workers and other frontline employees for their hard work and dedication now and always. There hasn't been a more challenging time in recent history to be a healthcare worker, and just by showing... Read the whole entry...»
Arts+ is offering classes and workshops at its new location at The Bridge, 4100 Raleigh Street. This is next door to Charlotte Art League, and within walking distance from the Sugar Creek Road stop on the Blue Line.
Arts+ provides arts... Read the whole entry...» 
Most kids will be home from school for several weeks, as we try to slow the spread. Children's book authors are rising to the occasion, presenting free online story times, where they read their books out loud. This is a unique opportunity for... Read the whole entry...» 
Trivia nights are back in Charlotte! They are just happening virtually. Read on to learn about some opportunities to test your knowledge! Mindless Minutia Trivia Mindless Minutia hosts many trivia nights throughout Charlotte, and for now, it's... Read the whole entry...» 
With live shows on hold, Charlotte musicians are coming into your living room (from a distance.) Lots of live streams are being planned, and Music Everywhere CLT is helping to get you all the information, through its new Music Anywhere CLT Facebook... Read the whole entry...» 
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. But with our... Read the whole entry...» 
Have you got into podcasts yet? Listening to podcasts can expose you to stories, culture, and points of view that you might never otherwise encounter. Charlotte residents are producing podcasts on a wide range of topics, including music,... Read the whole entry...» 
Although dine-in is not available at restaurants right now, restaurant takeout and delivery are. It's a very good time to consider doing just that, because not only can it give you a welcome change with your meals, and something to look... Read the whole entry...» 
Many concerts and other events have been canceled. Our calendar (and free events lists) here at Charlotte on the Cheap are sort of like ghost towns. We've put up “canceled” signs on many events, but even the ones that aren't... Read the whole entry...» | 
