Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids.

We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. Please scroll down to see it.

You might also be interested in this list of farmers...

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Make Music Day is a worldwide celebration of music that takes place Monday, June 21st, 2022. It’s different than a typical music festival. Make Music Day encourages everyone to join in. So the events are collaborative and welcoming.

It takes place on Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year.

Do you love outdoor concerts?...

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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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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is celebrating the first day of summer by offering FREE scoops on Tuesday, June 21st, 2022.

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.

The...

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Clean Juice is celebrating National Smoothie Day, on June 21st, 2022, with several special deals.

Clean Juice is a USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise with 200 locations nationwide.

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If you’re a fan of McDonald’s, or you rely on McDonald’s when you’re in a hurry, you’re at the right place! We will be updating this space with the best deals currently available at McDonald’s. As always, participation may vary.

Free Sprite

On June 21st, 2022, spend $1 on the McDonald’s app and get a...

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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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Thrill to the sounds of vocal harmony’s biggest week!

It might be hard to imagine a crowd that is simultaneously loud and extremely polite… or a contest that is fiercely competitive, yet the top players actively help their rivals do better — and after the game, they all hang out with their opponents and keep playing all night long.

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The Town of Weddington, along with Union County & Recreation and Public Library of Union County are presenting Movie Night on the Plaza on Friday, June 24th, 2022.

Check out this big list of outdoor movies coming up around Charlotte!

The event takes place behind Weddington Town Hall, 1924 Weddington Road, Weddington, NC. It starts at...

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Dallas Lavender Lane, 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, is hosting its first Hippie Festival on June 25th and 26th, 2022, from 12 to 9 p.m. both days.

There will be so much going on for the festival, and you will be able to pick a bundle of lavender, which will be in full bloom!

Tickets are just $12.99 for one day, or $19.99 for the whole...

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Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Here’s a list of upcoming Charlotte trivia nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule.

You’ll find them at bars, breweries, cideries, restaurants and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia nights around Charlotte.

Most of the trivia nights focus on a wide...

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If you’d like to make your kids very, very happy, and also save some money, check out the Groupon for Great Wolf Lodge.

They are offering deals on a number of different kinds of suites, with discounts up to 55% off, with dates on and off through the middle of June, 2022.

Check out all the dates and prices.

Great Wolf Lodge features:

• ...

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Birkdale Village is hosting a community yoga series, Be Well Birkdale, on Tuesdays from June 7th to October 25th, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please check in at 5:45 p.m.

The class will take place under The Willow Oaks in The Grove.

Please bring a mat.

You’ll receive access to a virtual punch card during your first class and if you come to 4...

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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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Topgolf is a little bit different (to say the least) than traditional golf. You play from climate controlled hitting bays, so you can play all year. The 240-yard outfield has dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center or “bull’s-eye” you get and the farther out you hit your microchipped balls, the more points you...

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The 2nd Annual Rock Hill Pride Festival will take place Saturday, June 25th, 2022, with special Pride events happening from Thursday, June 23rd, to Sunday, 26th, 2022.

Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals!

Rock Hill Pride Outdoor Festival

The Rock Hill Pride Festival will take place Saturday, June 25th, 2022, from 10 a.m....

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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...

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Charlotte Caribbean Carnival takes place June 24th and 25th, 2022. The events celebrate Caribbean culture through music, dance, costumes and more.

The events are ticketed separately, or you can buy a weekend pass. Events include J’ouvert (the festival kickoff party), Charlotte Caribbean Carnival Village, Street Parade, an after party,...

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

SkyShow is returning to Charlotte for 2022! This 4th of July fireworks show will take place in Truist Field, after a baseball game featuring Team USA Baseball.

The game starts at 6:05 p.m. on July 4th, 2022, and fireworks will follow. This is the largest...

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Did you know that every week, Walmart offers tons of Flash Picks?

These are the items that are marked down, sometimes drastically, in a variety of categories, including sports, electronics, home improvement, appliances, fashion and more.

We aren’t listing individual items at this time, because available and pricing...

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Outdoor movies and drive-in movies have been taking place all year, and are very popular in summer. Many of these outdoor movies are free. You’re encouraged to bring a blanket or chair.

At many of these events, there will be food trucks and beverage vendors available. Make sure to check with the organizer to see if...

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SAS Cupcakes, at 9941 Rea Rd. Suite, regularly holds free events for families, with themed goodies for purchase. Here is one that is coming up.

3rd Annual SASney World
June 21st to June 26th, 2022
Tuesday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free to visit (just pay for...

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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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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 “cheap” varies for each person. We sometimes include events that are a little pricier but are a lot of fun and a good...

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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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Enjoy the Wood is a family-owned, Ukrainian company that has been creating unique, stylish wooden world maps since 2014.

The maps are made from natural wood and are available in many styles. They’d be a great gift for the world traveler (or wannabe world traveler!) in your life.

The company’s office and manufacturing facilities...

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The Independent Picture House, Charlotte’s only arthouse cinema, is set to officially open on June 24th, 2022. There will be a soft opening, with discounted prices, on June 20th, and 21st. (Keep reading for a list of the soft opening films.)

And you can be among the first to watch a film at The Independent by...

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SummerBerry Farm, at 3430 Rimer Road, Concord, has long been a favorite spot for picking blackberries in the Charlotte region. Last year the owners sold the farm, but don’t worry — the new owners are continuing the tradition of inviting the community to pick delicious blackberries.

Check out our lists...

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