The fourth annual Harrisburg Multicultural Festival takes place Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Harrisburg Park, 191 Sims Parkway, Harrisburg.

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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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The 32nd Latin American Festival returns to Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Road, on Saturday, September 17th, 2022.

September 15th to October 15th, 2022, is Hispanic Heritage Month. Learn about more ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in Charlotte!

Enjoy live performances, authentic Latin American food, handmade crafts, visual...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center is presenting Flow Fest on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The festival celebrates wellness and mindfulness in a natural, outdoor setting.

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Get ready for an expansive and interactive art experience, with the inaugural Charlotte International Arts Festival. This festival will take place September 16th to October 2nd, 2022, in locations in Uptown Charlotte and Ballantyne. It’s going to be an annual event.

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Nebel’s Alley Night Market is an open market that takes place in the evening in the Design District of the Historic South End. For an address, you can use Superica, 101 W. Worthington Avenue. Alternatively, aim for 1920 Camden Road.

Shop from local shops set up under the moonlight, plus live music, activities and good food.

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The Union County Extension Master Gardeners will present the 2022 Union County Heritage Festival on Saturday September 17th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Union County Agricultural Center, 3230 Presson Drive, Monroe. This is a free event.

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Celebrate fall at Carolina Corn Fest, on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 5 pm. to 10 p.m., at Aw Shucks Farm, 3718 Plyler Mill Road, Monroe, NC.

The festival features live music, arts and crafts, and lots of great food.

In addition, your ticket includes the very first day of the corn maze at Aw Shucks Farm! There will be three mazes...

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Lower Left Brewing Co., at 4528 Nations Crossing Drive, is a new arrival in Charlotte’s brewery scene. They opened their doors in August of 2019 in the historic Lower South End neighborhood.

Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

The owners have an affinity for all styles of IPA’s, Sour Ales and...

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Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road, is hosting Mecktoberfest for two weekends in September, 2022. It will take place September 16th to 18th and September 23th to 25th. This event is always one of the biggest Oktoberfest events in Charlotte.

We’ve put together a big list of Oktoberfest celebrations in the Charlotte area! Check it...

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The 1st Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas takes place on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 3 to 10 p.m., at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte.

September 15th to October 15th, 2022, is Hispanic Heritage Month. Learn about more ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in Charlotte!

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Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is taking place on September 18th, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Pleasant Grove Farm, 7132 Pleasant Grove Road, Charlotte.

Tickets are $5, but if you use the promo code charlotteonthecheap tickets are free.

This event features unique wedding and event vendors, interactive experiences, food and drinks.

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The 58th Annual Festival in the Park will take place at Freedom Park, 1900 East Boulevard, from Friday, September 16th, to Sunday, September 18th, 2022.

It’s free to attend. Scroll down for the stage schedule.

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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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Davidson College’s Music Department presents many concerts throughout the year. Some feature student groups, like the jazz ensemble or Davidson Chorale, some feature faculty members and some feature guest performers. You can see the whole calendar...

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Brewers at 4001 Yancey is a group of like-minded brewers from Victory Beer Co. & Southern Tier Brewing Co. The taproom features well-known varieties, as well as exciting new offerings designed for the local market. There is also a full-service kitchen and dining spaces.

Keep an eye on Brewers at 4001 Yancey’s Facebook page for...

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Praise in the Park — Lake Norman Empowerment Festival takes place Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 5 to 9 pm., at Smithville Park, 19710 South Ferry Street, Cornelius, NC.

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Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods on National Cheeseburger Day! National Cheeseburger Day is Sunday, September 18th, 2022.

On the other hand, if you’re finding this article in May, perhaps you’re looking for National Hamburger Day Deals instead!

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

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National Queso Day is September 20th, 2022, and Moe’s Southwest Grill is celebrating!

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.

On September 20th, 2022, Moe’s is offering all guests a free side of queso, with no...

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TreesCharlotte, an organization dedicated to increasing Charlotte’s tree canopy, holds several free TreeStores every year. At these events, Charlotte residents can receive free trees, as well as training on how to care for them. In general, each household can receive up to two free trees per event. When you register you’ll get to...

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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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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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Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States. It recognizes the rich and varied cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans, and the contributions that they have made to the United States.

In Charlotte, there are several ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Do you know of others that...

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The Charlotte area is ready for fall and Halloween! Here’s a list of haunted trails, corn mazes, fall farm activities and more, for the 2022 season.

Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don’t typically include in Charlotte on the Cheap, but are worth checking out.

If you have questions about safety...

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Charlotte VegFest is a celebration of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate eating, and explores the benefits of vegetarian living.

Here’s the scoop on the next VegFest:

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Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery’s Facebook page or the Primal Brewery website calendar.

Primal Brewery has a second location, at 52 Ervin Street, Belmont, so please make sure, when you...

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All educators in North and South Carolina are invited to visit Discovery Place Science, 301 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, for free on September 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2022. You may bring one guest with you.

This offer is all North and South Carolina educators, including homeschool instructors, with school ID or other...

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NoDaHood Market is a seasonal market that spreads across several locations in NoDa. You can walk between them and check out a large number of local artists, artisans and businesses, while enjoying food and drinks at the hosting venues.

NoDaHood Festifall Market takes place Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from 1 to 6 p.m. There’s no...

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Sonic Drive-In is a favorite for its slushes, burgers, corn dogs and more. They offer frequent deals to make their treats more affordable.

For the deals below, if they don’t indicate a date, they are “for a limited time.” It’s always possible that a deal has expired before you read this post, and before we’ve...

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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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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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Pritchard at South End, 1117 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a fall festival on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, from 4 to 6 p.m.

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Queen City Sports Camp is holding its first free sports league. It’s for boys and girls ages 6-14.

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

The league will run for six weeks, every Saturday morning from 9 to 11 a.m., starting September 17th, 2022, at Marie G. Davis...

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Birdsong Brewing Co., at 1016 North Davidson Street, frequently hosts live music and other events. There’s no cover. You can always verify their schedule on their website or on their Facebook page.

Birdsong Brewing was founded in 2011 and is part of Charlotte’s growing craft beer community. If you have questions about their...

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Live Nation is offering Club Pass, which is a great deal for anyone who plans to attend multiple shows at one of the participation Live Nation venues.

For $59 or $79, depending on the venue, you can attend any general admission show in October, November, or December of 2022.

If you plan on traveling and going to shows in several cities,...

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CLTFREESKATE is hosting an outdoor rollerskating party at Victoria Yards, 209 East 7th Street, in Uptown Charlotte.

This event, which features a proper rollerskating rink, will be popping up throughout the summer, for three days a month, from June to September, 2022.

Besides skating, the events will include food trucks, music, vendors,...

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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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