National Cinema Day is Saturday, September 3rd, 2022.

Many theaters are celebrating by offering all tickets for $3 each (plus tax.)

More than 3,000 theaters, with more than 30,000 screens, are participating. Participating theaters are offering $3 tickets for every movie, every showtime, and every format.

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The very popular festival Matthews Alive is returning in 2022! It will take place at Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews, Friday, September 2nd, to Monday, September 5th, 2022.

The annual festival, a Charlotte area Labor Day weekend tradition, is dedicated to the support of local non-profit organizations through music, arts and...

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Labor Day Weekend 2022 features some of the traditions that Charlotte has enjoyed for years! Read on to learn about some festivals and special events.

Some popular Labor Day traditions, notably Matthews Alive and the Labor Day Parade in Uptown Charlotte, are returning after being canceled in 2021.

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Celebrate Labor Day at U.S. National Whitewater Center Saturday, September 3rd, and Sunday, September 4th, 2022, with trail races, yoga, and live music.

The festival is free. Parking costs $6. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. No outside food and drinks are permitted.

U.S. Whitewater Center...

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Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, is celebrating International Vulture Awareness Day on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carolina Raptor Center will then remain open until 4 p.m.

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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 $50 gift certificate to the sale!

Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s fall sale event takes...

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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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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. In addition, they also host festivals, workshops, nature hikes, campfire and more events, many of which are...

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In September and October, Charlotte is bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You’ll find them at breweries, restaurants, music venues and more.

At some of these celebrations you can enjoy beer that’s not available other times of years. At some you can enjoy beer stein hoisting competitions, and more. One of the biggest...

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Black Food Truck Friday is a way to show some support to Black-owned food trucks, artists, retail vendors and more, while enjoying some of the best food in Charlotte.

Follow the Black Food Truck Friday Facebook group for updates, or follow BBOC on Eventbrite.

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Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, is a historic site and nature preserve. Rural Hill was the homestead of one of the signers of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, John Davidson. Read all about Rural Hill’s history here.

On September 3rd and 4th, 2022, Historic Rural Hill is hosting The Battle of Charlotte, a...

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Duke’s Mayo Classic is a weekend of exciting football, with rivals N.C. A&T Aggies and NC Central Eagles facing off. In addition, there will be a FanFest before the game, and more fan events.

Make sure to check out our list of Labor Day Weekend events in the Charlotte area, including several festivals, outdoor concerts and some...

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

Learn about free days at Charlotte museums.

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Carolina Renaissance Festival is making the Charlotte area more festive and fun! It is taking place Saturdays and Sundays from October 1st to November 20th, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

It is once again on a 250-acre farm north of Charlotte, between Concord and Huntersville, at the junction of NC72 and Poplar Tent Road.

Tickets are on...

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Babbel Language Learning has a special deal available through StackSocial. For a limited time, purchase a Lifetime Subscription for $199. This subscription will grant you access to all 14 languages that Babbel supports. (See below.)

The full price for a lifetime subscription is $499. Babbel currently has a deal on their website for $249.

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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.

Two Deals for Sam’s Club Membership

Right now we can offer two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you.

Option 1:...

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Gilde Brewery, at 3530 Dewitt Lane, Charlotte, North Carolina is an authentic German brewery with a brewing history of several hundred years in Hannover, Germany.

It chose Charlotte to be its North American headquarters for brewing and distribution in 2019. Gilde Brewing actually has a long and unique connection with Charlotte — Queen...

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South End Blooms is a series of free neighborhood happenings. Charlotte is Creative and Lowe’s are bringing local artists and creatives to engage with the community.

South End Blooms happens outside Allbirds, at 100 W. Worthington Avenue, Charlotte.

Here’s the schedule:

Saturday, August 27th, 2022
5 to 7 p.m.
Free screen...

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The Westside Function End of Summer Celebration takes place at the West Complex, 1600 W Trade Street, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022, from 6 to 10 p.m.

Make sure to check out our list of Labor Day Weekend events in the Charlotte area, including several festivals, outdoor concerts and some really interesting art!

This is a...

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Hot Glass Alley, at 438 Atando Avenue, Charlotte, is hosting their annual Pumpkin Palooza on September 3rd and 4th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of Halloween parties...

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Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road, hosts events throughout the year. Find them all on OMB’s Facebook page.

Coming Up

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Fall festivals are back in Charlotte!

The fall is the perfect time in Charlotte for outdoor events, and there are plenty planned. Read on for a big (and growing) list of Halloween festivals, harvest festivals, apple festivals, cultural festivals, food festivals and more.

We will be adding to this list all the time, so please keep checking...

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JazzArts Charlotte’s mission is to connect the cultural community and develop an audience for jazz, through quality education, performance, and musician support.

Here is one of the events they have planned. Go to their website for a full list, including ticketed shows that might not be “cheap enough” to list on Charlotte on...

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VisArt Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation, creation, and experience of movies through education, community events, and rental of over 40,000 titles—some being rare and non-streaming. Check out the Micro Cinema for private events, parties and screenings here.

Upcoming Events from VisArt...

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Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022, at 6 p.m. It will end around 8 p.m.

For the second year it will be taking place on Thanksgiving Eve, rather than on Thanksgiving morning. This change to a nighttime parade was introduced for the 75th...

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Around the Crown 10K debuted in 2019. It affords runners a chance to run the whole 3-mile inner loop, I-277. The rest of the route meanders through the streets of Uptown Charlotte. In 2022 it begins and ends at Truist Field.

It’s become a Charlotte Labor Day tradition. Race day is Sunday, September 4th, 2022, with a 7:30 a.m. start...

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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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Shredding your documents is a 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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Looking for something to keep kids busy and having fun? Joann, a destination for those looking for fabric and accessories, is providing FREE craft kits for kids.

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

The first Saturday of every month, Joann is offering Take It...

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Matthews Heritage Museum, 232 North Trade Street, Matthews, is housed in the 1879 Massey-Clark House, one of the oldest buildings in Downtown Matthews. The museum offers a glimpse into the past, and a close look at historic artifacts and long-gone ways of life.

Learn about free days at other...

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