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Free and cheap things to do this weekend around Charlotte

This list includes in-person and virtual events in the Charlotte area this weekend, from Friday to Monday. We're including Monday in the weekend list because it's Memorial Day.

You'll find festivals, live music and dance,...

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Sunflower field opening at Wise Acres June 12 — and learn about 12 other Sunflower Fields near Charlotte

There's nothing that says “summer” like a big, happy field of sunflowers. There are several farms and fields near Charlotte where the public can visit and take pictures.

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Second Annual Lavender Bloom Festival at Dallas Lavender Lane, with U-pick lavender

Dallas Lavender Lane, at 937 Old Willis School Road, in Dallas, is hosting its second annual Lavender Bloom Festival on June 5th and 6th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Parking is $5 per car (cash) and admission is free.

Photo: Mace...

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Free and cheap things for kids to do this summer around Charlotte

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. Bookmark this page and keep...

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National Trails Day Outdoor Festival in Mount Holly

National Trails Day is a nationwide one-day initiative to inspire people to enjoy and steward trails of all kinds. It is a campaign of the American Hiking Society.

The Carolina Thread Trail is celebrating National Trails Day with a FREE outdoor...

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Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers

The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free.

Call individual museums for their hours. As of this posting the following Charlotte museums are included. If you are reading...

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Free bacon, coffee, cheese, more, at Earth Fare Davidson's Opening Celebration

Earth Fare Davidson, 261 Griffith Street, is celebrating its opening on Wednesday, June 9th, 2021. There will be a ribbon cutting at 7:50 a.m., and the doors will open at 8 a.m.

The first 100 guests in line will receive an exclusive Earth Fare...

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Charlotte Fair is returning June 17-27 — here's how to save money on tickets

The Charlotte Fair brings entertainment, rides, and plenty of fair food to 6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord (across U.S. 29 from Charlotte Motor Speedway) from June 17th to 27th, 2021.

Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • ...

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Free fans for seniors (and adults with disabilities) at 7 Mecklenburg County Recreation and Senior Centers

Floor Mounted Powerful Fan Isolated On White With Natural Shadows

The summer heat can be dangerous, especially for seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 658 people die annually from extreme heat.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is helping senior adults cope with the heat by...

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BOOM Springboard Pop-Up Shows

BOOM, an arts fringe festival that takes place in Plaza Midwood, is presenting two pop-up art shows on Saturday, June 5th, 2021.

BOOM Springboard Pop-Up Show at Camp North End
Saturday, June 5th, 2021
12:30 p.m.
MacFly Fresh Printing Co....

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Free outdoor lunchtime concerts at Eastway Regional Recreation Center

Unplugged + Live, with sponsorship by ASC Culture Blocks, is bringing a free outdoor lunchtime concert series to Eastway Regional Recreation Center, 3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte.

The concerts will take place from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the...

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Burger King: $1 Frozen Drinks

If you love Burger King, you came to the right place! We'll be updating all Burger King's new deals right here as they're announced.

Also, scroll down for a big list of restaurant deals available in the Charlotte area.

$1...

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Learn how to make beer at Cabarrus Brewing Co. — also, get $5 giftcard for getting vaccinated

cabarrus brewing company logo

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....

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Free parties at Mint Museum

mint museum uptown

Mint Museum has two locations:

  • Mint Museum Uptown: 500 S. Tryon Street
  • Mint Museum Randolph: 2730 Randolph Road

Timed ticketing is in place to enforce occupancy limits, and masks are required. Free masks will be available for those who have...

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Free admission at Matthews Heritage Museum first Saturday of the month

Matthews Heritage Museum, 232 North Trade Street, Matthews, opened a new exhibit, North Carolina Pottery: A Tradition in Clay, on March 22nd, 2021. It will remain on display until August 28th, 2021.

Read on for information on visiting Matthews...

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Charlotte Open Air Market

Charlotte Open Air Market is open every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

It's at the site of the old Eastland Mall, at 5471 Central Avenue. The market is free to attend, and parking is free too.

Please note that the address is...

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Three free concert series in Davidson

Concerts on the Green, a summer music series, is returning to Davidson's Village Green in 2021! The concerts will take place on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month from July to October, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Attendees are encouraged...

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Pop-up markets, live music, at Lenny Boy Brewing Co.

Lenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers.

Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see all of their upcoming events....

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Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society Museum open every Saturday


The Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society Museum is reopening for the season on Saturday, May 1st, 2021. It will be open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October.

Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.

The museum is housed in...

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Free show at Stowe Park in Belmont: The Spongebob Musical

Black Star Theater Company is presenting a FREE show at Stowe Park Amphitheater, 24 S. Main Street, Belmont.

Enjoy The Spongebob Musical on each evening from August 5th to 7th, 2021, at 7 p.m.

No tickets are required. Check back soon for more...

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Lancaster County Ag + Art Farm Tour

The Lancaster County Ag + Art Tour is a self-guided tour on the weekend of June 4th to 6th, 2021. It will give you the opportunity to see some of the farms of Lancaster County, South Carolina, while also enjoying live music, art exhibits and...

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Front Porch Sundays

Front Porch Sundays, the popular monthly vendor market at Sycamore Brewing, is back for 2021.

Enjoy shopping from local vendors and artisans, and enjoy food trucks, coffee, and more.

Sycamore Brewing is at 2161 Hawkins Street.

The next...

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Immersive Van Gogh opens on June 17th

Photo by Michael Brosilow

The popular Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is coming to Charlotte. From June 17th to September 12th, 2021, the digital art experience will take place in Camp North End's historic Ford Building. It's being...

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Drive-in movies near Charlotte — here's what's playing this weekend

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...

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Eat Black Charlotte Week — Food & Culture Festival

Eat Black Charlotte Week is a food & culture festival that celebrates Black-owned food businesses.

During the week-long festival, from June 4th to 12th, 2021, special prix fixe menus will be available 35+ restaurants.

Eat Black Charlotte...

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NC Trail Days in Elkin

The town of Elkin is holding the 2nd annual NC Trail Days from June 3rd to 6th, 2021.

This festival celebrates the outdoors, the NC Mountains to Sea Trail, and the local trails in Elkin.

Elkin is just an hour north of Charlotte, in the western...

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NC Zoo: get a COVID-19 vaccine at the zoo and get a free zoo ticket

The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, is holding a COVID-19 vaccine clinic from Friday, June 11th, to Sunday, June 13th, 2021.

  • Friday, June 11th: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 12th: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Sunday, June 13th: 10...

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Boathouse Ribbon Cutting with Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation (plus, kayaking opportunities)

The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation works to ensure clean, plentiful water in the Catawba River Basin through advocacy and education. Learn more about what they do and how you can be involved.

Read on for some information on upcoming events. ...

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Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas and more Juneteenth celebrations around Charlotte

Juneteenth is a celebration that celebrates 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...

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

In most years there's no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months. In 2020, there was a shortage! The concerts are coming back in 2021, but some will start out a little bit differently. As social distancing restrictions have been...

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Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in 2021

The 4th of July in 2021 will be closer to normal than it was in 2020. How much closer to normal? We don't know yet. As state guidance evolves, we will have more information on all the 4th of July events. But it's safe to say that it will...

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