Kings Drive Art Walk returns on Saturday, April 30th, and Sunday, May 1st, 2022. Kings Drive Art Walk is traditionally the spring counterpart to the fall’s Festival in the Park, but it hasn’t been held in the springtime since before the pandemic started.

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Cinco de Mayo is coming to Charlotte, via a brand-new street festival in Plaza Midwood.

Cinco de Mayo Charlotte takes place on May 1st, 2022. It will be on Commonwealth Avenue, from Pecan Avenue to the Plaza, and along Thomas Avenue, from Commonwealth to Central Avenue.

Admission is FREE.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the...

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This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, from Friday 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, but, of course, the definition of...

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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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After a fall schedule in 2021, the U.S. National Whitewater Center’s very popular music festival, Tuck Fest, is planned for spring of 2022.

The dates are April 29th to May 1st, 2022.

The festival features multiple music artists, but Tuck Fest is more than just a music festival. It also features many...

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Smashburger is trying to help make up for high gas prices with a special deal. On Sunday, May 1st, 2022, for one day only, get $4.12 — the average price of a gallon of gas — off any purchase of at least $15.

Available at participating locations.

We have a big day-by-day list of restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if...

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Hello Huntersville, the annual music and arts festival, is returning in 2022.

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

It will take place Sunday, May 1st, 2022, from 12 to 6 p.m. at Veterans Park at Main and Maxwell Streets in Huntersville.

This festival features live music, art, food trucks and beverage vendors....

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Historic Rosedale, at 3427 N. Tryon Street, has been part of Charlotte’s history since 1815, when the house was completed by Archibald Frew, a tax collector and postmaster for the town of Charlotte.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally...

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Front Porch Sundays, the popular monthly vendor market takes place the first Sunday of the month for the rest of the year.

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

Enjoy shopping from 70+ local vendors and artisans, as well as food trucks, coffee, and more.

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Kids can earn more tickets and win more prizes at Chuck E. Cheese from May 2nd to 8th, 2022.

During this time, kids can double the number e-tickets they earn from every game. Simply say “Double e-tickets” at the front counter to receive the deal.

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

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Zaxby’s is offering a special deal on May 3rd, 2022, for both Nurses Appreciation Week and Teachers Appreciation Week. However, this deal is available for everyone.

Find a list of Teacher Appreciation Week deals and Nurses Appreciation Week deals.

Buy one Boneless Wings Meal and get one free, all day on May 3rd, while supplies last.

The...

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Four Oaks Farm, 9225 Belt Road, Midland, NC, is hosting Four Oaks Antique and Craft Fair on Saturday, April 30th, and Sunday, May 1st, 2022. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Check out a huge, day-by-day list of artist, artisan and vintage markets in the Charlotte area!

Shop from 40 vendors, who will be selling...

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Calvary Lutheran Church, at 950 Bradley Street, Concord, is hosting a free outdoor concert on Sunday, May 1st, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:30 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.

The jazz concert...

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St. Sarkis Armenian Church, at 7000 Park Road, Charlotte, is holding its annual Armenian Spring Food Festival from Friday, May 20th, to Sunday, May 22nd, 2022.

• Friday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Saturday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This is your chance to try delicious, authentic Armenian food, including beef and chicken kebabs, side...

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Triple C Brewing Company, 2900 Griffith Street (scroll down for a map,) hosts frequent events, many free, and you can find them all on their Facebook page.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Check back soon for event announcements.

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National Concert Week is May 4th to 10th, 2022. During this time Live Nation is making tickets to 3,700 shows nationwide available for $25.

These are “All-In” tickets, meaning the $25 includes fees.

Note: Please consider that there are many small, independent venues in Charlotte that routinely present live...

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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022, is Teacher Appreciation Day, but it’s Teacher Appreciation Week all week, from May 2nd to May 6th, 2022! Several businesses are offering special deals and freebies to educators, and some do all year long.

Make sure to click each link to get all the details. As always, participation might vary, so if the deal is...

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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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There are plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Charlotte in 2022!

After our list of ideas for celebrating, we have a list of Mother’s Day freebies and discounts, many...

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Celebrate Mother’s Day by taking Mom to brunch. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th, 2022. We’re putting together a list of restaurants in the charlotte area where you can get Mother’s Day Brunch for $35 or under per person. (That doesn’t mean you can’t spend more at these restaurants!)

We’re including...

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UPDATE: The winner of the $50 to spend at the sale is Alexandra M. Check your email!

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

Read on to enter a contest to win a...

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Kannapolis’ Summer Entertainment Series 2022 includes a diverse lineup of music, fun family movies in both English and Spanish, and children’s entertainment. These are all free events. Some of the concerts are followed by fireworks.

While you’re in Kannapolis make sure to explore the city, especially the beautifully...

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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.

Mother’s Day Deal

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NoDa Company Store, 3221 Yadkin Avenue, might be NoDa’s best hangout. There’s ample seating, they sell food and drink (much of it local), host food trucks, and mix up some really good Sangria, as well as their signature NoDa Colada.

And the setting is possibly (probably?) the most...

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Charlotte’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations are coming back. Read on for a list of restaurant deals, and then keep reading for a list of Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

If you’re not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily emails (just one a day), and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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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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Concerts on the Green, a summer music series, is returning to Davidson’s Village Green in 2022! The concerts will take place on select Saturdays and Sundays from April 24th to October 16th, 2022, from 6 to 8 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...

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Sycamore Brewing, 2161 Hawkins Street, in the South End, hosts frequent events, many of which are free to attend.

Here are a few upcoming events. You can see more on their Facebook page.

Free Boxing Pop-Up Workout
Sunday, May 1st, 2022
Sunday, May 15th, 2022
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free (but follow one of the above links and...

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