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.

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Who really has the cheapest groceries? Everyone wants to save money at the supermarket. We’re providing a weekly list of the best deals and sales at several grocery stores in the Charlotte area. Stay tuned — more stores will be added to this list soon.

Please keep in mind that some grocery stores require you to be a member of their...

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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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The U.S. National Whitewater River Center’s popular River Jams are free concerts take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening in the warm months.

They take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to September, 2022.

The music will go from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The schedule might be a...

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NoDa Company Canteen, at Camp North End, is co-hosting a free Cinco de Mayo party with Carlotan Talents. The party will take place in the Boileryard at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, on Thursday, May 5th, 2022, from 5 to 9 p.m.

While NoDa Company Canteen is serving up drinks, enjoy music and dancing.

When more info about the party is...

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The law firm Mehta & McConnell, PLLC, is providing FREE rides home on holidays, to help to keep our community safe.

If you’ve been drinking, take an Uber, Lyft or cab home and then submit a copy of your receipt and your photo ID to Mehta & McConnell and you’ll get reimbursed for your ride.

Reimbursement is limited to the...

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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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Shoppes at University Place’s longstanding concert series returns to the bandstand near the lake. They’ve just announced the lineup of their spring concert series.

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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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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eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series Pro Battle takes place Tuesday, May 10th, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., at Carolina eSports Hub, 3401 Saint Vardell Lane, Charlotte.

It’s free to attend.

This is a live event featuring Charlotte Phoenix’s Graham Bowlin and Kollin Keister going head to head against JR Motorsports’ Michael Conti and Briar...

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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,...

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Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, is offering a special membership deal for Mother’s Day.

Learn more about more Mother’s Day freebies, deals and events in Charlotte!

From Thursday, May 5th, to Sunday, May 8th, 2022, get 20% off memberships, whether it’s for a new or...

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Charlotte Taco Week has ended. But just because the $3 taco specials all over Charlotte are no longer available that doesn’t mean that you should stop celebrating the taco!

Elevate Lifestyle has given us $100 in taco gift cards to give away to one lucky Charlotte on the Cheap reader! The gift cards all from...

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Metropolitan, at 1111 Metropolitan Avenue, Charlotte, is hosting a Cinco de Mayo party on Thursday, May 5th, 2022, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Find a big list of Cinco de Mayo events in Charlotte.

Admission and parking are free.

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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 Shelby, is not open for the season yet.

In addition to those three, there are often pop-up...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center’s annual Memorial Day celebration takes place Saturday, May 28th, and Sunday, May 29th, 2022.

It includes a trail race, yoga, and live music. The festival concludes with fireworks on Sunday night.

It’s free to attend the celebration, but there’s a charge for participating in races or...

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Food Truck season is in full swing in Charlotte!

Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can’t be explained. It’s even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from.

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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Optimist Hall, at 1115 N. Brevard Street, Charlotte, is a food hall inside in a redeveloped former gingham mill. Its 147,000 square feet feature a wide variety of unique food stalls, as well as bars, some retail, and restaurants.

It’s situated in Optimist Park, between Uptown and NoDa.

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One of North Carolina’s newest craft beverage experiences is the Cheers! Trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Hendersonville. And one of the neatest ways to explore the trail is via the Cheers! Trail Passport.

The passport serves as a guide to 24 tasting rooms along the state’s only trail that features beer, wine, cider and mead. The...

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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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Anne Springs Close Greenway, 2573 Lake Haigler Drive, in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is hosting a Summer Concert Series that will run on Thursdays from May 5th through June 30th, 2022.

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...

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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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Ballantyne Live is a Thursday night music series at Ballantyne Village, 14825 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte.

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.

It takes place every Thursday from May 5th to...

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Jiggy with the Piggy Festival is a longstanding favorite in Kannapolis and returns Friday, May 13th, and Saturday, May 14th, 2022. It features music, a BBQ competition, rides, arts and crafts, a kids zone and more.

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

It takes place in the North Carolina Research Campus...

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The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to our art and culture by African and African-American people. It features changing exhibits, and frequently hosts low-priced arts events for the community,...

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Steinway Piano Gallery-Charlotte, at 7030 Smith Corners Boulevard, often hosts free concerts. It’s near Northlake Mall.

Next up:

Lawrence Quinnett in Concert on Sunday, May 15th, 2022, from 4 to 5 p.m. He will be performing music by Bach, Chopin and more.

It’s free, but please RSVP to klove@steinwaycarolina.com by Friday, May...

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Wendy’s fans, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll add current deals as they’re announced.

And, if you’re a regular, join the chain’s loyalty program Wendy’s Rewards for FREE food and exclusive discounts. Many of Wendy’s deals are available only on the app.

We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and...

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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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Nurses Appreciation Week is May 6th to 12th, 2022, and we all know that nurses deserve a ton of appreciation (all year long.) We’ve found some special deals that businesses are offering to nurses this week. Please make sure to follow each link for the details.

Also, we have a list that we update with deals all year for healthcare workers....

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Tipsy Taco Charlotte, at 7708 Rea Road, Charlotte, is celebrating Taco Tuesday every week with half off tacos.

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.

In addition, on Tuesdays get $5 margaritas and frozen...

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Main Street Live in Rock Hill will feature free outdoor concerts and food truck vendors. Downtown shops and restaurants will be open, and this will be a great time to support local businesses.

The events will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE ...

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Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 7th, 2022! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like sketches from artists, and more. Libraries also participate.

Below is a list of stores and libraries in the Charlotte area that are participating in Free Comic...

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