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Hendrick Motorsports Fan Fest on Memorial Day Weekend

Hendrick Motorsports is hosting Fan Fest on Memorial Day Weekend. It will feature three days of fun, from May 27th to 29th, 2022, leading up to to Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 on May 29th.

Check out the big list of Memorial Day events in Charlotte!

Hendrick Motorsports Fan Fest will take place at Hendrick Motorsports, 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick...

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Everything you need to know about Topgolf, including half-price Tuesdays

Topgolf is a little bit different (to say the least) than traditional golf. You play from climate controlled hitting bays, so you can play all year. The 240-yard outfield has dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center or “bull’s-eye” you get and the farther out you hit your microchipped balls, the more points you...

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Big discounts on Carowinds tickets, including two days for $77 (total) — waterpark is opening soon!
Photo courtesy of Carowinds

Save money at Carowinds with these exclusive discounts!

Carowinds has opened for the season. Carolina Harbor (the water park) will be open on select days starting May 27th, 2022.

The discount tickets will save you a LOT. When you compare prices, make sure you’re comparing apples to apples. When you buy an...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week

What is there to do this week in Charlotte? A lot! This list includes things to do in Charlotte, and surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday.

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more.

We focus on free and cheap events,...

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Round 2: StarMed is giving away FREE baby formula May 26
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StarMed Healthcare is responding to the current shortage in baby formula by giving away FREE baby formula on Thursday, May 26th, 2022.

They made this announcement on Facebook.

They keep some baby formula on hand for various reasons, and will be giving it out on Thursday. It will be 100% FREE, and does not require...

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Memorial Day celebrations, ceremonies and deals in Charlotte, 2022

Memorial Day 2022 in Charlotte will feature events celebrating the beginning of summer, as well as events to commemorate our fallen military personnel.

We will also share information on Memorial Day freebies and discounts when they’re announced. And we also have a schedule below of everything on our event calendar for Memorial Day...

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Stream Hulu for $1 per month for 3 months

If you don’t already enjoy Hulu as part of your at-home entertainment, now’s the time to subscribe at bargain price — one of the best deals the streaming service has ever offered.

From May 20th to 27th, 2022, new or eligible returning subscribers can get Hulu for only $1 a month for 3 months. After three months, the price goes back to the...

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Free cello concert and laser show at Free Range Brewing (and more)
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Free Range Brewing, 2320 North Davidson Street, hosts a number of free and inexpensive events every week. Some are regularly scheduled and recur every week or month, and some are special events. Make sure to check Free Range Brewing’s Facebook page for updates to this schedule.

Here’s some of...

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“There’s Nothing Funny About Climate Change” Comedy Tour comes to Hattie’s Tap & Tavern

Hattie’s Tap & Tavern, at 2918 The Plaza, is a friendly neighborhood bar. They host frequent events, which you can learn about on their Facebook page.

Here’s one upcoming event.

“There’s Nothing Funny About Climate Change” Comedy Tour
Tuesday, May 24th, 2022
Doors at 7 p.m., Show at 8 p.m.
Free,...

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Big discounts for DaBaby, Halsey, Kirk Franklin, Five Finger Death Punch, Nick Cannon, Flip Circus, and more…

Don’t pay full price for concerts if you don’t have to! We will update this page as frequently as we can, but there will still be times when you events on this page have sold out, or the discount is no longer available, or the event is over.

We also include tickets for sports events, when there’s a discount.

Please note...

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Memorial Day: 1,000 FREE Bacon Double Cheeseburgers from Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic and StarMed Healthcare

Once again, Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic and StarMed Healthcare are sharing food with the community for Memorial Day. This is the continuation of a tradition started more than 40 years ago by Keith Clinic.

Check out the big list of Memorial Day events in Charlotte!

In past years, the Memorial Day event has been an in-person cookout,...

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Sundown Sounds: Gary Lowder and Smokin’ Hot at Ramsey Creek Beach

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has announced the first concert in this season’s Sundown Sounds, a free concert series.

The first concert features Gary Lowder and Smokin’ Hot at Ramsey Creek Beach, 18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, on Wednesday, May 25th, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m.

This concert was announced on Mecklenburg County...

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Walgreens offering 20% discount to military personnel and families on Memorial Day Weekend
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Walgreens is offering a special military discount on Memorial Day Weekend, 2022.

From May 27th to May 30th, 2022, customers with a myWalgreens membership and valid military ID or proof of service will receive 20% off regularly priced products at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drustores nationwide. myWalgreens customer...

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National Hamburger Day — freebies and deals!

Not to be confused with National Cheeseburger Day, National Hamburger Day is on May 28th every year, around Memorial Day. This year, 2022, it’s on Saturday, so it’s a tasty way to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Charlotte!

We’ve rounded up a few freebies and deals to help you celebrate!

Wendy’s

Photo: Wendy’s
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Smashburger: $5 Double Classic Smash for National Hamburger Day

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.

National Hamburger Day


On Saturday, May 28th, 2022, get a Double Classic Smash for...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend

This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, 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 more.

We focus on free and cheap events,...

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Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations, including SkyShow for 2022
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Charlotte’s biggest 4th of July celebrations are back in 2022! Here’s a list of fireworks displays, plus parades, celebrations and more. Notably, WBT SkyShow is back! Not to mention the U.S. National Whitewater Center 4th of July Celebration, Carowinds’ Celebrate America Fireworks Show, parades and more!...

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Third Annual Lavender Bloom Festival at Dallas Lavender Lane, with U-pick lavender June 4-5

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

Double-Check Before You Head Out!

We make every effort to make sure that everything on Charlotte on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without...

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Food Trucks and outdoor movie nights at The Green at Prosperity Village: Encanto May 28

The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossing, is part of the City of Charlotte’s initiative to construct 250 place-making projects across the city.

The Green is an open space provided by the City of Charlotte. Programming and activities are organized by the Prosperity Village Area Association. The best way to keep up on events...

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Free (and cheap) bowling for kids summer 2022

There are two programs that make bowling very affordable to families in the summer. Kids Bowl Free offers kids two free games every day, and the AMF Summer Games program has a low cost for the whole summer. Read on to learn about each one.

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8 Juneteenth celebrations in Charlotte in 2022

Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States.

It marks the day, June 19th, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African-Americans in Texas.

It took more than two years for word of freedom to get to...

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Independence Day Celebration in Matthews, including concert and fireworks

The Town of Matthews is celebrating Independence Day with a fun event on Saturday, July 2nd, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m.

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

First, there will be a concert in Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews, with family-friendly activities. Music begins at...

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Laughs on Tap: Free comedy show at Heist Brewery May 26


Heist Brewery, 2909 North Davidson Street, hosts live music, often with no cover.

Heist has a good lunch and dinner menu, and although the start time for the music is sometimes past dinner hours (start time varies), they also have a “Quick Bites” menu that includes a number of flatbread creations, wings, spinach dip and more. ...

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5 Summer reading programs where kids can earn prizes
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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 even offer prizes and rewards.

...

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20% off your order at Marco’s Pizza while Mercury is in Retrograde
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Marco’s Pizza is trying to spread some positive vibes to those who feel that they’re suffering with Mercury in Retrograde.

Through June 3rd, 2022, get 20% off menu-priced pizzas ordered online or through Marco’s app. Just use the promo code RETRO. You can also use the promo code MEM20...

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Day by day list of hundreds of outdoor concerts in Charlotte (mostly free)

There’s no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months in Charlotte, and there’s really no better way to spend a nice evening.

We’ve put together a huge list of outdoor concerts, mostly free, throughout the whole Charlotte area.

After the descriptions of the concerts, which is organized by area, scroll down to see a...

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