Friday the 13th doesn’t come around often. It does happen at least once every year, and sometimes more than once. 2023 has two Friday the 13th dates: January and October.

There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky, but here in Charlotte we feel lucky to have SpookyCLT. All year...

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If your New Year’s Resolution is to get your home more organized, you might need some home organization and storage products to do it, and you might as well save some money on them!

Right now, Amazon has some good deals on organization and storage products, from the kitchen to the garage to the bedroom and bath.

Here are some that got...

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The Levine Center for the Arts’ Wednesday Night Live returns in the fall of 2022.

The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the Arts — Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for...

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The Hindu Center of Charlotte is hosting a Kite Festival on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

It’s free to attend and open to the whole community.

The Hindu Center is at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte.

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Christmas might be over, but Amazon is continuing to offer special deals. Its promotions includes many items that you might have wished you had received as gifts. Or if you’re returning a gift, look here for great deals on what you really want.

We’re listing a few deals below that seem like they might be a good fit, and have...

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Bridging Musical Worlds–A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. is an annual MLK Day tradition in Charlotte that brings together music from the rich, diverse jazz, folk, R&B, and classical traditions.

Learn about all the other MLK Day events in the Charlotte area.

It will take place on Sunday, January 15th, 2023, at 4 p.m., at...

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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is opening its fourth location in Charlotte and is celebrating with free scoops!

The new location will be in Blakeney Town Center, at 9828 Rea Road, Charlotte, and the grand opening celebration will be Thursday, January 12th, 2022, from 7 to 11 p.m.

During...

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Queen’s Feast — Charlotte Restaurant Week is returning in January, 2023, for ten days. It will be taking place from January 20th to 29th, 2023.

This will be the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or revisit a favorite restaurant that you’ve been missing.

During Queen’s Feast you pay a set amount for a three...

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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...

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National Pizza Week is from January 8th to 14th, 2023. Read on for some discounts for National Pizza Week! Please keep in mind that participation may vary.

If you don’t get your fill of celebrating pizza this week, no worries. National Pizza Day is February 9th.

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

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Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Tết Festival, on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 1 to 5 p.m., at The Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Place, Charlotte, NC, 28262.

Tickets are $5.

This will be the Year of the Cat in the Vietnamese calendar, although it’s Year of the Rabbit in most other Asian countries.

Learn about more ways to ...

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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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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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The Lunar New Year takes place January 22nd, 2023, and is celebrated all month long. Read on to learn how to celebrate in the Charlotte area.

Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it’s also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea.

2023 is the Year of the Rabbit for most Asian...

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A free, family-friendly event celebrating Sudan Independence Day will take place on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, 1 to 3 p.m., at Charlotte Art League, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, NC.

Come by and celebrate the 67th anniversary of Sudan’s independence.

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On Martin Luther King Day, January 16th, 2023, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with celebrations, art, conversations, marches, music and more.

We are adding events as they’re announced, so please keep checking back.

Also, check out our list of what’s open and closed on MLK Day in the Charlotte area.

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Dogs have always been valued guests at U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, but they get their own festival, on February 11th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Monday, January 16th, 2023, is Martin Luther King Day. Please be aware of what’s open and closed on this federal holiday. The holiday affects public transit, government offices and ABC Stores (in Mecklenburg County.)

Also, learn how to honor Dr. King on MLK Day, and throughout the holiday weekend, at one of these MLK Day events in...

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LaLa Photography is offering a great deal on a Valentine Mini Event.

LaLa Photography’s studio is at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. This is a fantastic, low-priced way to get a picture to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Valentine Photoshoot

On three weekends in January and February, 2023, LaLa Photography is...

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Summit Coffee continues to offer live music, usually with no cover, as well as weekly trivia. Summit Coffee Basecamp is located at 128 South Main Street in Davidson. Call them at 704-895-9090 with questions.

They’re located in the heart of downtown Davidson, and they serve craft coffee, beer, wine and baked goods.

You can find Summit...

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center is planning Green River Revival on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, from 9 p.m. until 5 p.m.

Green River Revival is one of Charlotte’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day events, featuring the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run, live music, yoga, and a green river.

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Bring the kids to Chestnut Square Park, 320 Chestnut Parkway, Indian Trail, for a fun free event on Saturday, March 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

Touch-a-Truck will give kids a chance to explore police cars, fire trucks,...

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The Humane Society of Charlotte is presenting Black Stories: Reading Buddies Sunday Edition on Sunday, February 5th, 2023, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

February is Black History Month! This year’s theme is Black Health and Wellness. Spending time with animals and reading benefits both physical and mental health.

Learn more about reading to dogs...

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Several times a year they host a Welcome Coffee, where you...

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IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day by offering a FREE Buttermilk Short Stack to all customers on February 28th, 2023, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., at participating locations. No purchase is required.

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...

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Bring the whole family to Indian Trail for a free movie series and a free concert series.

Both series will feature a free bounce house, face painting and yard games. Dinner will be available for purchase.

Please make sure to check below to see which park each event is taking place in. And please follow the links before...

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Lenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers.

Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see all of their upcoming events.

Check out a huge calendar of events at...

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Golden Cam Studio, at 493 Burtonwood Drive, Gastonia, North Carolina, has issued a call for newborn models!

The studio needs brand new babies to model its new wraps and props.

The session dates are January 18th to 31st, 2023. If your baby will be from 2 to 10 days old during that time, you can get a free...

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The Levine Museum of the New South and Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture are presenting an event for MLK Day on Monday, January 16th, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It takes place at both the Gantt Center, 5511 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, and Levine Museum, 401 S Tryon Street.

This is a free event for all ages.

Food...

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Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring consignment sales for 2023. Some spring consignment sales in Charlotte start in February.

Save loads of money on clothes for yourself and your kids. Most of these sales are for kids’ clothing, toys and accessories, but there is at least one in the...

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Mooresville is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2023 with a year of special events.

It’s kicking off the celebratory year with the Anniversary Kick-Off Fireworks Spectacular. This event was scheduled for New Year’s Eve, but is being postponed until January 14th, 2023, due to the weather forecast.

This...

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There are several events in Cabarrus County celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

These events are planned by the Dr. MLK Jr. Celebration Planning Committee of Concord-Cabarrus.

Read on to learn what’s happening in Cabarrus County, as well as a big list of MLK Day events across the Charlotte region.

Learn about...

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Tiff’s Treats is offering a special deal! Through February 13th, 2023, get 6 cookies for just $6 after 4 p.m., when you order ahead for pick-up.

The regular price is $10, so this is a substantial savings. In addition, there’s no limit on how many half-dozens you can order with this discount...

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Poet Laureate of North Carolina, Jaki Shelton Green, will be doing a poetry reading at The Urban Reader Bookstore on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m.

This is a free event.

Poet Laureate of Charlotte, Junious “Jay” Ward will be introducing Jaki Shelton Green.

The Urban Reader Bookstore is at 440 East McCullough...

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