Front Porch Sundays, a popular monthly vendor market, takes place the first Sunday of the month, from April to November, 2023.

This season, it’s at Atherton, at 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte.

Enjoy shopping from 70+ local vendors and artisans, as well as food trucks, live music, interactive fun, coffee, and more. These are...

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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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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is hosting a Hello Summer Party on Monday, June 5, 2023, from 7 to 10 p.m. During this time, Jeni’s Splendid Rewards members will get a free scoop.

In addition, the first 25 people in line will get free swag bags.

Make sure to download the new Jeni’s app and become a Rewards members so that you can...

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Make Father’s Day 2023 special in the Charlotte area with these ideas about how to spend the weekend. When more deals, freebies or events are announced we’ll let you know that too!

As Dad always says, “We’re not made of money.” Also, “Close the door, we don’t own the electric company.” And...

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Father’s Day is a time to celebrate your dad, the dad of your kids, or a supportive male person in your life.

Looking for an easy-to-order gift for Father’s Day? Read on for a list of Father’s Day gift ideas if you’re shopping online.

We’ve also put together a list of Father’s Day events and deals in the...

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Charlotte’s best kept secret for savvy shoppers is Vista Auction. Ever wonder what happens to the overstocks and returns at Amazon, Target, Home Depot, Kohl’s, and other big retailers?

Are you looking for an Amazon overstock store in Charlotte, NC? Vista Auction is better than you imagined, because you can shop from home! No...

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On Sunday, June 4 2023, the Charlotte Knights are playing the Nashville Sounds at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC. This is an afternoon game that starts at 1:05 p.m.

Courtesy of Oklahoma Joe’s, maker of smokers and grills, this game is Joe-nanza, and is FREE to all people named Joe, Joseph, Joey, JoJo, Josie, or some...

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Charlotte Spring Carnival will be in the parking lot at 4525 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC, from June 1 to 11, 2023.

• Weekdays: 5 to 10 p.m.
• Saturday: 2 to 11 p.m.
• Sunday: 2 to 10 p.m.

The event will feature rides, a petting zoo, games, prizes and fair food.

Admission is $5 and rides and games are extra. On June 7, 2023, admission is 2 for...

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UPDATE: The contest has ended and the winner is DL Hawkins. We’ve emailed you. Congrats!

Charlotte on the Cheap readers have loved Charlotte Warehouse Sale for years, and for good reason!. Several times a year, fashion lovers have the chance to shop for new, name-brand clothing and accessories, at 65% to 90% off retail prices.

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The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free.

Learn about free days at Charlotte museums!

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Dallas Lavender Lane, at 937 Old Willis School Road, in Dallas, is hosting its fourth annual Lavender Bloom Festival on June 3 and 4, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Find details as they’re announced on Dallas Lavender Lane’s Facebook page.

Admission is free.

Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals!

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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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Queen City Fitness Games is holding a free, gamified workout session every Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the covered pavilion at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC.

This strength and conditioning class is unique because it includes a game element to the workout to promote...

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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.

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The Charlotte Singers, a group of amateur, professional and semi-professional singers, are presenting two free spring concerts in 2022.

Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted and are tax deductible.

Sunday, May 7, 2023
7 p.m.
Providence Presbyterian Church
10140 Providence Church Lane, Charlotte, NC

Sunday, June...

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has announced Sundown Sounds, a FREE concert series that will take place at parks throughout Mecklenburg County.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are free.

You can pack your own picnic...

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Summer reading programs can help to keep kids learning and growing through the summer. And without the pressure of school assignments, they have the freedom to explore their own interests through literature.

Here are several reading programs that encourage kids to keep reading, and some even offer prizes and rewards.

New...

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Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, is hosting an Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Check out a huge list of 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations in the Charlotte area.

This event is free to the public. The museum will be open only for this event. Reserve tickets.

The...

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Wandering where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Charlotte, NC in 2023? Here’s the answer for you! Charlotte’s biggest 4th of July celebrations will be back in 2023! Here’s a list of fireworks displays, plus parades, celebrations and more. Notably, WBT SkyShow is back, as it was for 2022.

Not to mention...

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Enjoy a yoga session on the field at Truist Field, 324 South Mint Street, Charlotte, on Monday, June 5, 2023. Bend It at the Ballpark’s admission cost is a $10 donation, with all proceeds benefiting Charlotte Knights Charities.

You need to register in advance in order to attend.

Check out a big list of free...

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From Thursday, June 15, to Sunday, June 18, 2023, get 20% off memberships, whether it’s for a new or returning member. Use the promo code ADOREDAD2023 and purchase it online, or call 704-353-9209.

The membership includes free admission, discounts to museum programs, invitations to member-only events, museum...

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Dads get into Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens for free, in honor of Father’s Day, on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

The Garden will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and there will be special activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy:

• Live music on the Visitor Pavilion Terrace
• Food for purchase from a food truck
• Beer...

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Learn about all the 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Charlotte area.

The U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is hosting what will be one of Charlotte’s most popular 4th of July festivals again this year. Taking place Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, the festival will two days of yoga...

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Love Insomnia Cookies? You came to the right place! Every time we hear about a great deal at Insomnia, we put it right here!

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.

Insomnia Cookies’ 2023 Grads

Insomnia Cookies...

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Chipotle is sponsoring a big giveaway for basketball fans during the 2023 NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat.

The eatery’s “Free-Pointer” giveaway offers lots of hungry fans the chance to score free food while watching the game live on TV.

We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in...

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Bring Dad to TCBY on Father’s Day for free frozen yogurt.

On Sunday, June 18, 2023, dads get their first 6 ounces for free at participating TCBY locations.

The offer might vary by location. The offer may include the first 6 ounces free, or a small cup or cone of yogurt for free.

At self-serve stores, toppings are included in the 6...

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Lake Norman friends, this is for you! If you’re having trouble digging through the mountains of events on Charlotte on the Cheap’s Event Calendar to find things happening near you, you’ll want to bookmark this page.

This list will be automatically updated with all the events on...

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