Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Do you love a good deal? You’re in the right place. We keep track of the best Krispy Kreme deals, right here.

Also, keep reading for a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations.

Beat the Pump

Every Wednesday this whole summer — through August 31st, 2022 — Krispy Kreme will set the price for...

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has announced Sundown Sounds, a FREE concert series that will take place at parks throughout Mecklenburg County.

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.

You can pack your own picnic...

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

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 Sunday, July 3rd, and Monday, July 4th, 2022, the festival will two days of yoga...

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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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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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Celebrate Cuba’s rich culture at Havana Night on Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 5 to 10 p.m. It takes place in the Boileryard at Camp North End. 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, is the official address of Camp North End, but the parking lot at 1824 Statesville Avenue is the closest one to the Boileryard. There is a lot of parking (all free)...

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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.

I just came across a fantastic deal for a Sam’s Club membership! $14.99 for a year’s membership, and that includes a $10 eGift card. So, you’re really paying...

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Every Wednesday and Friday at 12 p.m., there’s a free walking tour at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte.

The tours are currently scheduled through July 1st, 2022, but they regularly get extended.

To attend, you need to RSVP on Eventbrite.

Camp North End is one of the largest adaptive reuse...

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There’s a lot to celebrate in Charlotte this year! Check out this growing list of summer festivals. Celebrate the season with live music, culture, food, dancing, kids’ activities and much more. We’re adding to the list all the time, so keep checking back.

We focus on free and cheap events here on Charlotte on the Cheap, and...

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The Charlotte Street Art Collaborative is presenting Charlotte Edge Fest on Saturday, June 11th, 2022, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Charlotte Art League, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte.

Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals!

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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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Friday, June 3rd, 2022, is National Donut Day. And, of course you can celebrate with free donuts!

Normally about a half dozen donut shops (or more) offer free donuts or donut deals, and we don’t expect this year to be any different.

We’ll add the deals as we hear about them! Until more are announced we will also include a list of...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools’ Language and Learning Acquisition is hosting the Summer International Day of Learning on Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 10 am. to 2 p.m., at 4000 Applegate Road, Charlotte.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!

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Your kids can have fun in the Charlotte area this summer 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 2022.

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

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The Annual Fire Truck Festival returns to NC Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, on Saturday, June 18th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The NC Transportation Museum is a 45 minute drive from the center of Charlotte.

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

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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 events,...

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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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Tijuana Flats offers frequent deals. Read on to see what’s coming up.

$2 Draft Beers

Tijuana Flats is adding a refreshing deal to its weekly lineup starting Wednesday, June 1st, 2022. On Wednesdays, guests can enjoy $2 draft beers throughout the summer. The limited-time deal is available only on draft beer at participating locations and...

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The Levine Center for the Arts is continuing Wednesday Night Live in 2022.

The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the Arts — Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts...

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Lowe’s Kids’ Workshops are fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory.

The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building skills, as well as safety.

When you register you’ll sign up for a time slot. If there is no space left you still...

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Divine Barrel Brewing offers wood fermented and barrel aged wilds and sours, as well as unique interpretations of classic styles. They aim to create interesting experiments to inspire Charlotte’s beer drinking community.

You can find them at 3701 N. Davidson Street, Suite 203. If you have any questions, you can reach them at...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has announce that summer exhibits are returning to ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center, at 300 East 7th Street, Charlotte.

Some Assembly Required, created in partnership with Build-a-Bear Workshop, Inc. runs from May 28th to September 11th, 2022.

Check out a big list of free and cheap things for kids to do...

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Tommy’s Pub, 3124 Eastway Drive, is a small neighborhood bar that’s big on music and community. It is now hosting both indoor and outdoor events.

Go to Tommy’s Pub’s Facebook page, where they regularly provide updates about upcoming music.

Upcoming Events at Tommy’s Pub

Here are some upcoming events in spring...

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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 that...

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South End Gallery Crawl is an arts event that takes place the first Friday of every month. Galleries stay open late to host receptions for new exhibits. Many exhibits are timed to open the first Friday of the month. The events often include live music, food, and beer or wine. The events are free to attend.

Hours for the different venues...

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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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