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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is presented by Charlotte Center City Partners.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte March 31st to April 16th, 2023, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations,...

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Food Truck season is arriving! March 17th, 2023, marks the return of several popular Food Truck Fridays in Charlotte!

Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can’t be explained. It’s even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for...

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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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The second ever drag brunch benefiting Dudley’s Place is coming back to Letty’s on Shamrock, 2121 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC.

There will be two seatings – one day only – on Sunday, April 2.

Grab a ticket for 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. Your ticket includes a brunch buffet provided by Letty’s on Shamrock, and you will...

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Charlotte area drive-in movie fans have fewer opportunities this year. There is only one drive-in theater currently operating — Badin Road Drive-in, in Albemarle.

Two other drive-ins announced permanent closures this winter.

In February, Hound’s Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, which enjoyed great success during...

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On the 31st of every month, Baskin Robbins is offering 31% off scoops all day at participating locations.

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.

Waffle cones, toppings and sundaes are excluded from the discount.

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Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information.

Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding...

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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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Paws in the Park is a free event Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive, Pineville.

This is a free, family-friendly event, and will be held rain or shine.

The event is brought to you by Charlotte Black Dogs, and highlights dogs up for adoption, especially black dogs, which are less likely...

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Every Friday in February and March of 2023, Camp North End and Aurora Star Lit Cinema are bringing an indoor movie series to Camp North End.

Be Kind, Rewind will take place in the Historic Ford Building at 1774 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, NC. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7:30 p.m.

Bring your own chair.

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Did you know there’s a rodeo in Mint Hill? The annual Mint Hill Rodeo is a project of the Mint Hill Historical Society and provides family fun for all ages.

Mint Hill Rodeo will be at McWhirter Rodeo Arena, 8201 Bartlett Road, Mint Hill, on Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Tickets are not sold in advance. They’re...

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If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2023 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We are putting together together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!)

Also, check out a list of places to get pictures taken of your dog with the...

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VAPA is a non-profit organization formed in 2021 by ten arts organizations in Charlotte to create a space for artists to create, perform, and exhibit their work.

The space, the VAPA Center, opened at 700 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, in March of 2022.

The VAPA Center is hosting a wide range of arts events. You can find them listed on their ...

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Art Walk on Union is an all-day festival of art and music in Downtown Concord. The next event is on April 1st, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artists and makers will be selling their handmade art work on Union Street and the lawn of the Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union...

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Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking?

Check out our list of Charlotte area restaurants and grocery stores where you can order an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. We’re limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for around $40 or under, per person.

In...

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South CLT Pres is hosting a free Easter event for families at Ballantyne Elementary School, 15425 Scholastic Drive, Charlotte.

The free event is on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, at 10 a.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

The event includes:

• Bouncy houses
• Food
• Raffles
• Photo booth
• Easter egg...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are on Spring Break, including a holiday, a teacher workday, and weekends, from Saturday, April 7, to Sunday, April 16, 2023.

Here are a few FREE or CHEAP things to do with them to keep them busy and happy. Make sure to follow each link to get the necessary details on times and locations. You can keep track of...

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St. Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church, 5108 Kuykendall Road, Charlotte, NC, is holding a blood drive and document shredding event on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

The shredding event will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the blood drive will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a two-for-one opportunity, life- saving blood for someone in need, and an...

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CLTSoccerCon — a “footie collective” — takes place Saturday, August 5th, 2023, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Creative Player Sports Soccer Facility, 2601 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC.

This yearly convention draws fans of soccer, and soccer players, from the Charlotte area, who come to celebrate the game.

Tickets are $5. ...

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The 14th Annual Charlotte Fair brings entertainment, rides, and plenty of fair food to 6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord (across U.S. 29 from Charlotte Motor Speedway) from March 24th to April 2nd, 2023.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the Charlotte area!

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Whether you’re shopping for a gift, 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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ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, houses public galleries and event spaces in the Gibson Village neighborhood of Concord.

ClearWater offers free access to gallery exhibitions, public discussions and art events. It’s a hub where artists, performers, hobbyists, and amateurs of all experience levels can come...

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If you love Smashburger, you’ve come to the right place. Read on for a list of current Smashburger deals.

We have a big day-by-day list of restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.

BOGO Wings

Smashburger is offering a special: Buy one order of...

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Wendy’s fans, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll add current deals as they’re announced.

And, if you’re a regular, join the chain’s loyalty program Wendy’s Rewards for FREE food and exclusive discounts. Many of Wendy’s deals are available only on the app.

Wendy’s and DoorDash are ending March with a...

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Charlotte Ideas Festival is a 5-day festival that’s part of the larger 3-week Charlotte SHOUT! festival. The Charlotte Ideas Festival features a range of thinkers, innovators and audience members, all sharing wisdom and exploring topics—from the hard and necessary work of citizenship to finding joy in our lives to the latest...

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If you’ve wanted to upgrade your kitchen appliances, make sure to check out Kitchen-Aid’s spring sale! Kitchen-Aid appliances aren’t cheap by any means, but they are high-quality and extremely durable. So, any time you can get a discount, it’s worth considering.

Here is one great deal, but you can find more on the ...

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Looking for a summer camp in Charlotte for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents for summer camps, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore.

It’s important to know that registration for some of the camps happens early–as early as January–and spots can fill up quickly. So, research in...

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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. Please scroll down to see it.

You might also be interested in this list of farmers markets in the Charlotte...

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Spring festivals are coming back to Charlotte in 2023.

From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids’ festivals, there will be a lot going on! We are highlighting a few major festivals. But then, read on for a much larger, ever-growing list of spring festivals.

Looking for spring fun with your pooch? Check out...

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Farmers’ markets are the most important way to connect farmers to the community. Shop at one of these Charlotte area farmers’ markets for the freshest produce, meat and other products.

Know of one that should be on the list? Let us know by emailing info@charlotteonthecheap.com.

You might also be interested in our list of ...

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