IKEA Charlotte, 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, is a destination for both locals and visitors to the Queen City, with many people traveling from afar for the deals. Check out our guide to visiting IKEA Charlotte.

For 9 days, there will be an additional reason to visit. From July 1 to July 9, 2023, IKEA...

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

SkyShow is returning to Charlotte for 2023! This 4th of July fireworks show will take place in Truist Field, after a baseball game pitting the Charlotte Knights against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.

The game starts at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, and...

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Outdoor movies and drive-in movies are very popular in spring, summer, and fall. Many of these outdoor movies are free. You’re encouraged to bring a blanket or chair.

The list will grow during the warmer months, so keep checking back.

At many of these events, there will be food trucks and beverage vendors...

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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 and live music. ]

It was announced tonight (June...

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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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Wondering 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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The Town of Davidson, North Carolina, is celebrating Independence Day with a patriotic stroll along South Street to the Village Green, where Concert on the Green will be taking place.

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

The event takes place Sunday, July 2, 2023....

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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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Charlotte New Music, Community, and Neon Rose Productions are presenting a never-before-seen music and dance experience. Besides the performances, the event will feature food, vendors, and a celestial vibe.

Seventh Heaven takes place at Charlotte Art League, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, NC, on Friday, July 7, 2023, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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As you plan your 4th of July festivities in Charlotte, keep in mind these restaurant freebies and deals. Most specify “participating locations” so you might want to call ahead and verify before setting out. Also, scroll down for many more food deals.

4th of July Food Freebies and Deals

These deals are for...

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Huntersville Parks & Recreation is hosting Fun in the Sun at Rosedale Nature Park, 9519 Rosewood Meadow Lane, Huntersville, NC, on Monday, July 3, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

At this free event, enjoy yard games, crafts, prizes and (maybe) ice cream.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming...

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Cook Out Summer Shootout is back at Charlotte Motor Speedway this summer! This race series provides plenty of good family-friendly entertainment at family-friendly prices — $5 for adults on Mondays, $10 for adults on Tuesdays, and free for kids 12 and under. Purchase tickets at the gate.

Charlotte Motor Speedway is at 5555 Concord...

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Mindless Minutia Trivia is presenting trivia and other weekly game nights at Seoul Food Meat Company.

Check out our big calendar of trivia nights...

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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 outdoor gym at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The rain location is the covered pavilion at the park.

This strength and conditioning class is unique because it...

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Amazon Prime Day will take place July 11 and 12, 2023.

Note: You can try Amazon Prime for free, for 30 days. If you’re going to try it, this is the time! You can cancel whenever you want.

Amazon Prime Day is a bit like Black Friday in July. For two days only, Amazon will offer tremendous savings on TVs, smart home, kitchen, grocery,...

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You don’t have to travel far to visit a historically and geologically interesting site. Big Rock Nature Preserve, at 6500 Elmstone Drive, is near Stonecrest at Piper Glen, a large shopping center in Ballantyne.

When you follow the directions you might think you’re on the wrong path, since you have to actually enter a neighborhood...

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Mint Hill Car Show — Hot Rods on the Lawn takes place the first Sunday of every month, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the parking lot of Chick-fil-A, 7404 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC.

Check out a list of car shows in the Charlotte area!

It’s free to participate.

All makes, models and yers are welcome. Come and check out the...

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Optimist Hall, 1115 N Brevard Street, Charlotte, is not hosting a fireworks display in 2023, due to neighboring construction, but they are still hosting an Independence Day celebration.

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

Star Spangled Saturday takes...

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The Hugh Torance House and Store, at 8231 Gilead Road, Huntersville, is one of Mecklenburg County’s only surviving 18th century structures, and is North Carolina’s oldest surviving store. The building was the home of Hugh and Isabella Torance. The log cabin was first built in 1780, with additions built through the early 1800s. The...

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Stateline Community Orchestra is presenting a 4th of July holiday concert on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at 3 p.m., at Pineville United Methodist Church, 110 South Polk Street, Pineville, NC.

It’s free to attend.

Stateline Community Orchestra, a new full orchestra of local musicians led by conductor David Gordon, was founded in the fall of...

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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, ...

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Tega Cay, South Carolina, is celebrating the 4th of July from Saturday, July 1, to Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The festivities will include a ski show, land parade, concert, and fireworks. Admission is free. Make sure to follow the above link for all details.

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Birkdale Village’s 4th of July Celebration is back for 2023 and it offers families a great time, with bike decorating, a bike parade, and entertainment. This event is one of many on the list of Charlotte’s Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations.

Maybe most importantly, the Birkdale Village’s 4th of July wet down with the fire...

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Just in time for National Fried Chicken Day, Popeyes is offering FREE chicken sandwiches.

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.

From June 29 to July 9, 2023, buy a chicken sandwich combo at Popeyes...

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VisArt Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation, creation, and experience of movies through education, community events, and rental of over 40,000 titles—some being rare and non-streaming. Check out the Micro Cinema for private events, parties and...

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Baxter Village is once again hosting their very popular July 4th Parade. The parade will take place Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.

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

If you’d like to participate in the parade you can, whether you have a decorated vehicle, classic car,...

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Every Thursday, from May through September, LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd, Mooresville, hosts LangTree Live, a free concert series.

The events take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

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.

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Charlotte Blues Society is hosting Sunday Blues Jam on July 16, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m., at VFW Post 1160, 2831 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC.

This event is free and open to the public.

If you play an instrument, bring it along. Back line is provided.

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The first ever Cornelius Festival of Cultures will take place Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Cain Park, 21336 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, NC.

Enjoy food, art, live performances and cultural booths.

This is a free event.

Get immersed in the many cultures that make up Cornelius and surrounding areas.

If you’re...

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Harrisburg is a small town that celebrates the 4th of July in a big way. The town puts on a big parade and a two-day festival. That means two days of rides, fun and music, and two nights of fireworks.

The festival is free to attend. Ride tickets will be available for purchase.

The headliners have been announced for the 2023 festival: Sister...

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Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe V. Knox Ave, in Mooresville, will present its annual fireworks display on Monday, July 3rd, 2023, part of a Summer Celebration from 6 to 10 p.m.

The Field of Flags will be on the front lawn of the YMCA from July 2nd to 5th, 2023, and you’re welcome to visit day or night. Each flag will have a tag with the name...

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International House, in partnership with Common Market, is celebrating the cultures of Charlotte’s foreign-born and foreign-rooted neighbors and communities.

The events take place at Common Market Plaza Midwood, 2007 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, NC. They are free events. They take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

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Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 McGill Ave NW in Concord, is Concord’s first full-scale production brewery. It’s open seven days a week.

It also hosts live music (and more) to go along with the craft beer, usually on Fridays and Saturdays. Find all events on their Facebook page or their website calendar.

Check out a huge calendar...

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Your kids can have fun in the Charlotte area during their summer break without putting a hurting to your wallet. Most of these activities are free, and the ones that aren’t are pretty cheap. Follow the links for details on each.

This list is for 2023.

Also, scroll down for a huge, constantly updated, list of upcoming free and cheap events...

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Ready for summer adventures with the family? Consider going by train!

From May 29 to September 4, 2023, kids ages 2-12 can travel on the Carolinian and Piedmont trains for $5, each way, with the purchase of a regularly priced adult ticket on N.C. By Train.

Use code V256 for this promotion.

If you’re traveling to Raleigh or Durham, make...

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Thursday, July 6, 2023, is National Fried Chicken Day. Read on for a few deals for the special day.

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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Chicken Salad Chick Steele Creek is celebrating independence Day with a special offer.

On Monday, July 3, 2023, buy one large Quick Chick and get one free. Limit 3 BOGOs per guest.

They’ll open at 10:30 a.m. and stay open until they run out of chicken salad.

2114 Freeman Park Drive, Charlotte, NC.

Find more 4th of July food deals...

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PDQ serves up hand-breaded, never-frozen, chicken tenders, sandwiches and fresh salads, with sauces and dressings crafted in house.

We will be updating this space with PDQ deals as they’re announced. All of these deals are valid at all PDQ restaurants, except for arena, stadium, airport and test kitchen locations.

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