Cirque du Soleil returns to Charlotte in January, 2020, with the show OVO at Bojangles Coliseum! One lucky Charlotte on the Cheap reader will win a four-pack of tickets to the OVO Charlotte Premiere on January 8th, 2020, at 7:30 p.m.... Read the whole entry...» 
Have you wanted to go to WinterFest at Carowinds, but were deterred by the ticket price? Now, you can get a FREE ticket to one of Charlotte's biggest winter attractions, just by donating blood. Community Blood Center of the Carolinas –... Read the whole entry...» 
Charlotte live music is alive and kicking. Looking for concerts this weekend (and beyond) in Charlotte? Here's a list of the next few days of shows from MusicEverywhereCLT.com. You can filter by date, venue, type of music and much more. Go to... Read the whole entry...» 
There will be several opportunities in 2019 to learn about and to celebrate Kwanzaa in the Charlotte area. All of these are free, family-friendly events, unless otherwise specified.
Kwanzaa lasts seven days, starting December 26th, each one with a... Read the whole entry...» 
Want to save money on some popular shows? Below are Groupons for upcoming shows in Charlotte.
Please remember that there are NO additional fees with Groupon. No ticket fees. So when you compare prices, make sure to take that into account. ... Read the whole entry...» 
Throughout the Charlotte area there are free fitness classes, especially Yoga and bootcamp classes. Here are some that are coming up.
This is a growing list and there's a lot more that will be added to it. Know of more that should be on the... Read the whole entry...» 
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event.
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Every Monday (with a few exceptions) at 8 p.m., The Evening Muse, 3227 N. Davidson Street, hosts Find Your Muse. This open mic is considered one of the best open mics in Charlotte. Doors open at 7 p.m.
The cover is just $3, for both performers and... Read the whole entry...» 
CupLux Coffee Drive-Thru, 3115 Freedom Drive, is a convenient, family-owned, drive-thru-only coffee shop serving coffees, craft beverages, and local pastries. 
Every Monday, they offer 12-ounce drip coffee, either House Blend, Carolina Drip, or... Read the whole entry...» 
Kannapolis has a lot in store for the 2019 Christmas season. Most of the events take place at Village Park.
- Kannapolis kicks off the holiday season with its tree lighting event on Sunday, November 24th, 2019, (rescheduled from Saturday...
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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... Read the whole entry...» 
Armored Cow Brewing opened in University City, at 8821 JW Clay Boulevard, on Friday, May 17th, 2019.
This will be welcome news to University City residents, and especially to those with a gluten-free diet, because Armored Cow specializes in... Read the whole entry...» 
Looking for Christmas movies around Charlotte? You'll have lots of opportunities. Several cinemas are showing classic holiday movies for $5. In addition, there are some holiday events that include FREE movies. Scroll down for a day-by-day list... Read the whole entry...» 
On Thursday, December 12th, 2019, Krispy Kreme celebrates the “Day of the Dozens” with a sweet deal for customers.
Buy any dozen doughnuts and get a dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts for just $1 at participating locations. The offer is limited... Read the whole entry...» 
Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2019 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to.
This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes. The displays in private... Read the whole entry...» 
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, at 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, is worth the short drive from Charlotte, especially during the Christmas season. From November 29th, 2019, through January 5th, 2020, with the exception of Christmas Day, the light... Read the whole entry...» 
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a large and growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more.
We're highlighting a few popular holiday... Read the whole entry...» 
Diners in the Charlotte area can cross a stress-free meal off their holiday wish list. A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Eve or Christmas Day menu. And others are open with their regular menu.
Here are some options at various price... Read the whole entry...» 
Bass Pro Shops, at Concord Mills, is hosting Santa's Wonderland 2019, featuring FREE photos with Santa, crafts, games and activities. The festivities take place November 16th through December 24th, 2019. Santa's Wonderland will also... Read the whole entry...» 
Zootastic Park, 385 Ostwalt Amity Road, Troutman, will once again be presenting Christmas Wonderland of Lights.
Drive through the light display and walk through the animal park for $8. Opening weekend will be November 22nd and 23rd, and then it... Read the whole entry...» 
McAdenville Christmas is a treasured tradition in the Charlotte area. McAdenville calls itself Christmas Town USA, and for good reason. For more than 60 years the Christmas lights display has drawn visitors to this small town west of Charlotte and...
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Speedway Christmas returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway for a tenth year. Drive through and see the lights every night from November 22nd, 2019, to January 5th, 2020, with the exception of Christmas Day. Make sure to check out these two... Read the whole entry...» 
This year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two new winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights trail is free to... Read the whole entry...» 
Updated for 2019 (But a couple pictures are from 2018.) When Uptown Charlotte turns on the holiday lights it instantly becomes a festive destination. Within walking distance of each other are four towering Christmas trees, a Christmas market,... Read the whole entry...» 
Celebrate Twelfth Night at Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, on Saturday, January 4th, 2020, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This is a free event, open to the public. Twelfth Night was the end of the Christmas season for the... Read the whole entry...» | 
