The Easter Bunny is coming to Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops in 2023, and we’ve got the details!

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

The Easter Bunny will be at both Bass Pro Shops at Concord Mills and Cabela’s in Fort Mill.

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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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Whether you’re shopping for a gift, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of trending deals at Amazon today. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.

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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is presented by Charlotte Center City Partners.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte March 31st to April 16th, 2023, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations,...

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Interested in meeting some local Charlotte residents from the past? The Mecklenburg Historical Association Docents are presenting Voices from the Past, on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The event will be held in Elmwood/Pinewood Cemeteries where many of the “residents” will come to life for the...

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Lowe’s is celebrating Mother’s Day with a flower giveaway, as well as other fun activities and giveaways.

The Mother’s Day event will take place at participating locations on May 14, 2023, starting at 10 a.m., while supplies last.

To receive a free 1-pint flower, you’ll need to register. Registration will open on...

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and Cannon Pharmacy are partnering to present a series of presentations about Creating Healthy Habits. The sessions will be presented at South Boulevard Library, 4429 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC.

They are free, but registration is required. Register for each session you’d like to attend. They are...

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Johnson C. Smith University, at 100 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, is holding its spring open house on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

It’s free to attend, but please reserve your spot.

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Do you prefer to find candy or gold? At Reed Gold Mine’s Golden Egg Hunt you don’t have to choose! You can have both!

Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site, at 9621 Reed Mine Road, Locus, North Carolina, is hosting the Golden Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, starting at 1 p.m.

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The Town of Harrisburg is presenting Hop To The Movie on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Harrisburg Park, 191 Sims Parkways, Harrisburg, North Carolina.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

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The Town of Davidson is celebrating the arts in April, 2023. The celebration includes two public arts events, as well as the kick-off of Davidson’s Concerts on the Green.

Follow the Town of Davidson on Facebook for update and announcements.

Here’s what’s coming up.

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VAPA is a non-profit organization formed in 2021 by ten arts organizations in Charlotte to create a space for artists to create, perform, and exhibit their work.

The space, the VAPA Center, opened at 700 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, in March of 2022.

The VAPA Center is hosting a wide range of arts events. You can find them listed on their ...

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Forest Hill Church Ballantyne and the Morrison Family YMCA are hosting Ballantyne Spring Fling at Morrison Family YMCA, 9405 Bryant Farms Road, Charlotte, on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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This is a free event for the whole family.

There will be...

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President James K. Polk North Carolina State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, pays tribute to our 11th president and presents living history that brings the early 19th century to life.

It’s free to visit. Tours are $2 for adults and $1 for children (ages 5-12) and seniors (age 62+)

Upcoming Events

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Prom is a rite of passage for many teenagers, but the cost of that dream dress can put it out of reach. For 13 years, Lydia’s Loft Prom Closet has been helping to make that special night possible. It operates out of First Baptist Church, 14813 N Old Statesville Road in Huntersville.

It’s...

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Levine Museum of the New South, at 401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, is beside the Green, between Bernardin’s Restaurant and the Three Wells Fargo lobby.

Its mission is to connect the past to the future in order to realize the promises of a new south.

It’s now free to visit any day that it’s open. Read on to learn about the...

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Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds

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Join the Cornelius PARC Department for Hop Into Spring on Saturday, April 2, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Robbins Park, 17738 W Catawba Avenue, Cornelius. This is a rescheduled date.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

This is a free event.

This family-friendly event is designed for ages 3-12.

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Carolina Raptor Center, at 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville (within Latta Nature Preserve) is hosting STEM On The Wing Day on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission is FREE. Reservations are not required.

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

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The 14th Annual 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 March 24th to April 2nd, 2023.

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

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Art Walk on Union is an all-day festival of art and music in Downtown Concord. The next event is on April 1st, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artists and makers will be selling their handmade art work on Union Street and the lawn of the Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union...

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North Carolina Science Festival 2023 is a statewide collection of events during the month of April, intended to ignite an interest in science in both kids and adults. Events take place at a number of venues in the Charlotte area, including museums, parks and libraries.

More than 400 events have been announced throughout the state so far. We...

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Lowe’s Kids’ Workshops and The Home Depot Kids Workshops are both 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.

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

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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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They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. When you plan on an event, make sure to verify which location it’s at.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte...

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The Easter Bunny is visiting the N.C. Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, for four days! Tickets are on sale now. Scroll down for the dates, times, and ticket prices. Tickets are coming soon.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

Throughout the four day eggstravaganza, general...

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Zetas of Charlotte has rescheduled their 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt to Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

This event is FREE and open to the community.

It takes place at Zeta House, 4248 Beatties Ford Road.

Enjoy:

• Games
• Snacks
• Food truck
• ...

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If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2023 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We’ve put together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!)

Also, check out a list of places to get pictures taken of your dog with the Easter...

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Indian Trail Parks & Rec is presenting Hop To It on Saturday, April 1, 2023. It has been rescheduled to 1 to 3 p.m. (due to the weather forecast in the morning.) It will take place at Chestnut Square Park, 320 Chestnut Parkway, Indian Trail, NC.

This is a free event.

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The Town of Cramerton is holding its annual Easter Egg Scramble has been rescheduled to Tuesday, April 4, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m., due to the weather forecast for Saturday, April 1. It takes place at Goat Island Park, 141 8th Avenue, Cramerton.

It’s free to participate.

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Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information.

Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding...

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Naughty Donkey Farm Sanctuary, in Albemarle, NC, rescues and cares for abandoned and neglected senior and special needs animals.

They provide sanctuary, safe housing, nutritious food, medical care, and lots of love to dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, goats, alpacas, and, yes, one naughty donkey.

It’s just under...

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UPDATE: Paws in the Park has been canceled due to the extreme weather expected.

Paws in the Park is a free event Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive, Pineville.

This is a free, family-friendly event, and will be held rain or shine.

The event is brought to you by Charlotte Black Dogs,...

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Did you know there’s a rodeo in Mint Hill? The annual Mint Hill Rodeo is a project of the Mint Hill Historical Society and provides family fun for all ages.

Mint Hill Rodeo will be at McWhirter Rodeo Arena, 8201 Bartlett Road, Mint Hill, on Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Tickets are not sold in advance. They’re...

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South CLT Pres is hosting a free Easter event for families at Ballantyne Elementary School, 15425 Scholastic Drive, Charlotte.

The free event is on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, at 10 a.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

The event includes:

• Bouncy houses
• Food
• Raffles
• Photo booth
• Easter egg...

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Charlotte area drive-in movie fans have fewer opportunities this year. There is only one drive-in theater currently operating — Badin Road Drive-in, in Albemarle.

Two other drive-ins announced permanent closures this winter.

In February, Hound’s Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, which enjoyed great success during...

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