Outdoor movies and drive-in movies have been taking place all year, and are very popular in summer. Many of these outdoor movies are free. You’re encouraged to bring a blanket or chair.

At many of these events, there will be food trucks and beverage vendors available. Make sure to check with the organizer to see if...

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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...

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The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to our art and culture by African and African-American people. It features changing exhibits, and frequently hosts low-priced arts events for the community, giving them a...

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After a two-year hiatus, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is bringing back National Flip Flop Day and celebrating the holiday with a FREE 12-ounce Sunrise Sunset Smoothie for customers who wear flip flops on June 17th, 2022, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Modifications, fresh add-ins and supplements cost extra. Limit one smoothie per customer.

We have a big ...

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There are three drive-in theaters fairly close to Charlotte, and they are a great source of affordable family entertainment.

Hound’s Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, and Badin Road Drive-In, in Albemarle, are both operating. Sunset Drive-In, in Shelby, is not open for the season yet.

In addition to those three, there are often pop-up...

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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 information is supplied by Gas Buddy users.

But remember that you may save even...

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Food Truck season is in full swing 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 summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor...

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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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The third Friday of the month, from May to September in 2022, Rock Hill is hosting Food Truck Fridays at the Fountain, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Fountain Park, 300 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina.

This event will feature food trucks, local beers, wine, children’s activities and live music.

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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.

Two Deals for Sam’s Club Membership

Right now we can offer two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you.

Option 1:...

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Blumenthal Performing Arts is presenting a FREE celebration, Juneteenth Jam, in two venues in Uptown Charlotte, June 17th to 18th, 2022.

Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved African-American people in the United States.

Learn about other Juneteenth celebrations in the Charlotte area!

Juneteenth Jam will feature live music, free...

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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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Make Father’s Day 2022 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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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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Sam’s Xpress Car Wash is opening near Concord Mills, at 13701 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, and they’re celebrating by offering FREE car washes all day on Friday, June 17th, 2022, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The free car washes are at the Concord Mills location only.

There will also be music, prizes, and FREE food from 12 to 6...

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The Independent Picture House, Charlotte’s only arthouse cinema, is set to officially open on June 24th, 2022. There will be a soft opening, with discounted prices, on June 20th, and 21st. (Keep reading for a list of the soft opening films.)

And you can be among the first to watch a film at The Independent by...

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Black Food Truck Friday is a way to show some support to Black-owned food trucks, artists, retail vendors and more, while enjoying some of the best food in Charlotte.

Follow the Black Food Truck Friday Facebook group for updates, or follow BBOC on Eventbrite.

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Charlotte Symphony’s Summer Pops concerts, at Symphony Park at SouthPark, are a highlight of the summer for many people. Some Summer Pops concerts also take place at other locations.

Ticket prices vary. Find ticket prices and details here.

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is offering up several Juneteenth celebrations and activities at local recreation centers and a senior center. Most of these events are for those age 55+.

Learn about other Juneteenth celebrations in the Charlotte area!

Juneteenth marks the day when the last enslaved African...

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Birkdale Village is hosting an outdoor music series, Live Under the Oaks, on Fridays from June 10th to October 28th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This is a free concert series.

Birkdale Village is at Birkdale Commons Parkway and Sam Furr Road, Huntersville.

A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks Cafe. Please bring your...

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The Durag Festival returns to Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, NC, on Juneteenth Weekend. It’ll take place Saturday, June 18th, 2022, from 1 to 10 p.m.

Learn about other Juneteenth celebrations in the Charlotte area!

General admission is free, and this includes access to the vendor market, food court and durag art...

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Popeyes has been serving up chicken since 1972. It’s celebrating its 50th birthday by rolling back prices! For one week you can get two pieces of chicken at 1972 prices.

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.

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The Town of Cramerton is presenting free outdoor movies at Centennial Center, 100 Center Street, Cramerton.

Check out this big list of outdoor movies coming up around Charlotte!

Pick up some dinner from a Cramerton restaurant, bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a movie under the stars.

Cramerton is about 15 miles to the west of the center...

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Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic is thanking dads for the “grate” job they do with a BBQ sauce giveaway.

Visit any of the four Keith Clinics in Charlotte from June 13th to 19th, 2022, and get a FREE bottle of BBQ sauce to celebrate Father’s Day.

Read about more Father’s Day freebies and events in the Charlotte...

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Hindu Center of Charlotte, at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, is celebrating International Yoga Day on Saturday, June 25th, 2022, from 8 to 9 a.m.

This is a free event for everyone.

Check out a big list of free fitness events in the Charlotte area!

Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.

The event is coordinated by Hindu Center Yoga...

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Devil’s Logic Brewing, at 1426 E 4th Street, features a taproom, kitchen, event space and outdoor patio space. There’s parking on the 1st level in the parking deck across the street.

Devil’s Logic Brewing’s products include craft beer, wine, cider, kombucha,...

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The City of Gastonia’s Summer Concert Series is returning in 2022. The concerts will be free and will take place at Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South Street, Gastonia.

The concerts will take place two Fridays a month on May to July, 2022. There will be bonus concert on a Saturday in October.

Do you love outdoor concerts?...

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If you’re a fan of McDonald’s, or you rely on McDonald’s when you’re in a hurry, you’re at the right place! We will be updating this space with the best deals currently available at McDonald’s. As always, participation may vary.

Free Sprite

On June 21st, 2022, spend $1 on the McDonald’s app and get a...

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The Town of Waxhaw is once again planning Jammin’ by the Tracks, a summer concert series.

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.

The concerts take place the first and third Fridays of the month from June to...

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Promenade at Providence, 10822 Providence Road, is hosting a movie series for the whole family.

It’s free to attend and you do NOT need a ticket for the movies.

Check out this list of outdoor movies in the Charlotte area!

When you arrive, please stop at the registration tent, located by the fountain. Registration will be open at 7...

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If you’d like to make your kids very, very happy, and also save some money, check out the Groupon for Great Wolf Lodge.

They are offering deals on a number of different kinds of suites, with discounts up to 55% off, with dates on and off through the middle of June, 2022.

Check out all the dates and prices.

Great Wolf Lodge features:

• ...

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Cine Casual Film Series presents recent, internationally-acclaimed and award-winning Latin American films, specially curated for the Queen City.

The films will be screened at various venues, from May 21st to June 18th, 2022. Tickets are $6 per film. Find more information about the films and purchase tickets here.

Films will be shown with...

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The U.S. National Whitewater River Center’s popular River Jams are free concerts take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening in the warm months.

They take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to September, 2022.

The music will go from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The schedule might be a...

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