| 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... Read the whole entry...» This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, from Friday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities... Read the whole entry...» BrightFire Music & Arts Festival is a brand new event for Charlotte, and it's unlike any other festival we've seen. It takes place Saturday, April 30th, 2022, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road,... Read the whole entry...» The Fairy House Festival, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation's extremely popular February festival, is returning as an in-person event on February 26th, 2022. Advance tickets are required, and are $5 for ages 5 and up. This... Read the whole entry...» The Hindu Center of Charlotte is hosting a Kite Festival at its location at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, on Saturday, February 26th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. There will be music from a DJ, fun games and... Read the whole entry...» One of the most popular events at The Schiele Museum of Natural History is the annual one-day Fossil Fair. (Last year the event was presented as the month-long Fossil February.) Kids can dig for fossils, mine for gemstones, shop from fossil-related... Read the whole entry...» Who really has the cheapest groceries? Everyone wants to save money at the supermarket. We're providing a weekly list of the best deals and sales at several grocery stores in the Charlotte area. Stay tuned — more stores will be added to... Read the whole entry...» The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia, is probably familiar to many kids, who visit it for school field trips. If your child hasn't visited it yet (or if they have!) it's... Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLC Markets are popping up all over Charlotte. You'll find them in large venues like the Park Expo & Conference Center, in breweries, in arts venues, and more. Some focus on handmade items, some on vintage goods, some... Read the whole entry...» Photo:DepositphotosNo matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Charlotte area. Here's a list of events that are free or cheap to attend. Drinks are on you, but you can expect to find some drink... Read the whole entry...» It's billed as appealing to “lovers of the strange and unusual,” so if that sounds like you, check out Charlotte Oddities & Curiosities Expo on Saturday, February 26th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Charlotte Convention... Read the whole entry...» Arts and Science Council, through a partnership with Mecklenburg County's Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services, is offering a number of Culture Blocks programs for Mecklenburg County residents with disabilities. All of these programs... Read the whole entry...» Photo:DepositphotosPurim is most Jewish kids' favorite holiday. It's got it all — costumes, pastries, noise, games. Make sure to keep reading to see where to order hamantaschen! Purim commemorates the thwarting of the... Read the whole entry...»
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, 9090 Craver Road, is free to visit. It also hosts many free and inexpensive events.
Read on to learn a little bit about the Gardens, and then about some of the upcoming events. Make sure to keep reading to learn... Read the whole entry...»
Hot Glass Alley is Charlotte's first hot glass art studio. It's at 438 Atando Avenue, which is north of Uptown, between Graham Street and N. Tryon Street. It's around the corner from NoDa Brewing.
It's owned by... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, is presenting its annual African-American Heritage Festival Saturday, February 26th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event for the community. Learn more about Black History Month... Read the whole entry...» ArchWell Health, at 5740 N. Graham Street, Charlotte is holding its grand opening on Wednesday, March 9th, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m. Stop by to meet the doctors and staff and to tour the Archwell Health Center. There will be music, food and... Read the whole entry...» Learn about water in a cutting edge exhibit that's coming to Concord Mills. Global Water Center's Mobile Discovery Center brings water to life with highly interactive and fun exhibits. It's free to the public and suited for... Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCEvery Wednesday and Friday at 12 p.m., there's a free walking tour at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte. The tours are scheduled from January 12th to March 30th, 2022. To attend, you need... Read the whole entry...» Come out to Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, for the Brunch! Spring Food Truck Rally on Sunday, March 27th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, but parking is $5 (cash.) Besides enjoying delicious eats from your... Read the whole entry...» Divine Barrel Brewing offers wood fermented and barrel aged wilds and sours, as well as unique interpretations of classic styles. They aim to create interesting experiments to inspire Charlotte's beer drinking community. You can find... Read the whole entry...»
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...
Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCFree Range Brewing, 2320 North Davidson Street, hosts a number of free and inexpensive events every week. Some are regularly scheduled and recur every week or month, and some are special events. Make sure to check Free... Read the whole entry...»
Potions & Pixels is a group with a passion for games. They have a library of around 300 games, including nostalgic games from childhood, party games and strategic games. They hold game nights at various venues, and they bring 75-100 of...
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Rocky River Vineyards, 11685 Reed Mine Road, Midland, is celebrating St. Patrick's Day on March 19th, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission is free. The event includes: A DJDancingClover hunt for adultsGreen wine slushiesBeer...Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCHistoric Rosedale, at 3427 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on February 26th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event for the community. Learn more about ... Read the whole entry...» Cornelius Parks & Recreation Department and Smithville CommUNITY Coalition are presenting a Black History Month celebration on Saturday, February 26th, 2022, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius. This is... Read the whole entry...»
Looking for a summer camp in Charlotte for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents for summer camps, so we've put together a list of resources for you to explore.
It's important to know that registration for some of the camps... Read the whole entry...» | 