| 6 National Fried Chicken Day Deals July 6Crossroads Cinema: Free Outdoor Movies at Camp North End All SummerFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekendBig sale on Crocs — 50% off some stylesSubway gives away one million free Deli Heroes subs July 11Kids Catfish Tournament in Dallas, NCMcColl Center — Artist Talk and Front Lawn FridayCaribou Coffee: $3 iced mochas all JulyRowan Big Band: Free Concert & DanceFree Mini Sessions with LaLa Photography — reservations requiredBluegrass Jam Night, and more, at Birdsong BrewingIKEA Tent Sale July 1-9Garden Night at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden July 6: Free admission and movieMusic at the Met on Thursdays through SeptemberA Moment of Divine Clarity clear beer celebration at Divine Barrel Brewing, and much moreLangTree Live: free music series in MooresvilleSummer Concert Series at Anne Springs Close GreenwayFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekEarly Prime Day Deals from Amazon – tablets, smart TVs, Ring Doorbell, more…Family Day at Promenade on ProvidenceSundown Sounds: Free Concert Series in Meck County Parks: Of Good Nature July 7Back to School Community Health Fair at Stratford Richardson YMCAEmpowered Living Ministries: Free summer movies on SundaysXtreme World Wrestling taping, free to attend, at Lenny Boy Brewing (and more)Music on the Green at Promenade on ProvidenceRiver Jam at U.S. National Whitewater CenterYoung Icons Music Festival August 3-513th Annual Charlotte Black Film Festival July 6-9Harry Potter movies trivia throughout the month at Lore Brewing Company, and moreSave $5 on Seventh Heaven: Vendors, Food, & Celestial Vibes July 7Tango Thursdays in Uptown and Plaza MidwoodJam at the Dam at the BoathouseSisters Only Business Expo July 292nd Saturday Open Studios at ClearWater Arts CenterFive Buck Friday Swing Dancing with Gottaswing CharlotteGet free chicken sandwich at Popeyes for 10 daysFood Trucks and outdoor movie night at The Green at Prosperity Village July 8“Done Adulting Day” at Reedy Creek Nature Center July 75 low-priced summer movie programs for kids in Charlotte areaNebel’s Alley Night Market — Girls’ Night Out July 8Schiele Museum: free admission July 11 Thursday, July 6, 2023, is National Fried Chicken Day. Read on for a few deals for the special day. 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. Bossy Beulah’s Chicken ShackPhoto courtesy of Bossy Beulah’s... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting free outdoor 80s and 90s movies all summer — every Thursday from June 1 to August 31, 2023. Crossroads Cinema feature movies on a jumbo screen with surround sound against the backdrop of the Historic Ford Building. The event will start at 7 p.m., so you’ll have time to claim... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Crocs for men, women and children are on sale at Amazon right now. Some styles are discounted at 50% off, or more. The sale could end, or the prices could change, at any time, so we can’t guarantee what prices will be available to you when you read this post. This post was written on July 4, 2023. Also, the prices can vary depending on... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Subway is a fast and affordable meal option on-the-go! You can easily customize your order to fit your dietary needs and (let’s face it) your culinary cravings. With regular and footlong options, the new protein bowls, salads, wraps, kids’ meals, and even breakfast (at participating shops), you’ll find what you want, when you need it!... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Annual Kids Catfish Tournament takes place Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Dallas Park, 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC. The tournament will be held at the two ponds at the end of Leisure Lane in Dallas Park. It’s free to participate and no registration is required. Find all the best (and cheapest)... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • McColl Center. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCMcColl Center for Art + Innovation, at 721 North Tryon Street, is free to visit, and also hosts many free events for the public. You might be interested in a list of Charlotte art museums, galleries and events. Upcoming EventsArtist Talk: Conversation with the Parent and Educator... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Caribou CoffeeCaribou Coffee is offering medium iced mochas for just $3 every day in July, after 12 p.m. This offer is only for Caribou Perks members. In order to take advantage of the deal: Join Caribou PerksDownload the Caribou Coffee appOrder a medium iced mocha after noonWe have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Join the Rowan Big Band All-Stars, an 18-piece community big band, for Instruments of Love, a free concert and dance on Sunday, August 6, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m. It takes place at Southpark Church, 3151 Apex Drive, Charlotte, NC. Food will be available for purchase and a love offering will be collected, to benefit Dahlia Grove, a nonprofit... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • LaLa Photography has some new session backdrops and is offering a limited number of free mini-sessions. 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 the summer of 2023. There will be 6 days of free sessions with specific sets. Each is a... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCIKEA Charlotte, 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, is a destination for both locals and visitors to the Queen City, with many people traveling from afar for the deals. Check out our guide to visiting IKEA Charlotte. For 9 days, there will be an additional reason to visit. From July 1 to July 9, 2023, IKEA... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • On select Thursday evenings this summer, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden will offer FREE admission from 4 to 9 p.m. At Garden Nights you can enjoy the Garden in the evening hours. Savor a beverage from one of the Garden’s bars while you stroll around the garden. There will also be food trucks and additional entertainment, either music or a... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Metropolitan’s music series, Music at the Met, is taking place every Thursday from April 20th to October 5th, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m. It takes place next to Dressler’s. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are free. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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 them at 3701 N. Davidson Street, Suite 203. If you have any questions, you can reach them at... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Every Thursday, from May through September, LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd, Mooresville, hosts LangTree Live, a free concert series. The events take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are free. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Anne Springs Close Greenway, 2573 Lake Haigler Drive, in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is hosting a Summer Concert Series that will run on Thursdays from May 4th through July 27th, 2023. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Amazon Prime Day will take place July 11 and 12, 2023. Note: You can try Amazon Prime for free, for 30 days. If you’re going to try it, this is the time! You can cancel whenever you want. Amazon Prime Day is a bit like Black Friday in July. For two days only, Amazon will offer tremendous savings on TVs, smart home, kitchen, grocery,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Bring the kids to Promenade on Providence, 10822 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC, for Family Day. This event takes place Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! King of Fire will have individual wood-fired pizza pies...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has announced Sundown Sounds, a FREE concert series that will take place at parks throughout Mecklenburg County. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are free. You can pack your own picnic... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The C.W. Williams Community Health Center is hosting its 9th Annual Back to School Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will take place at the Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC. This free event will include: Free foodFree backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last)...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Empowered Living Ministries is presenting a free summer movie series at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas, 9110 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, on Sundays at 12 p.m. The movies are free, but registration is required. July 9, 2023: Sound of FreedomJuly 16, 2023: Mission ImpossibleJuly 23, 2023: BarbieJuly 30, 2023: Disney’s Haunted Mansion...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image use with permission by Lenny Boy Brewing Co.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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Promenade on Providence, 10844 Providence Road, is hosting a free summer concert series, Music on the Green, every Friday and Saturday from July 1 to August 26, 2023. The concerts are from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with one exception (see below.) This is a free concert series. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing LLCThe U.S. National Whitewater River Center’s popular River Jams are free concerts take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening in the warm months. The Whitewater Center is at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, North Carolina. The concerts place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Young Icons Music Festival celebrates the next generation of music makers in Charlotte. It takes place Thursday, August 3, to Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC. Thursday, August 3: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Friday, August 4: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.Saturday, August 5: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.General admission is... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Charlotte Black Film Festival is back for its 13th year. It takes place from July 6 to 9, 2023, at Hilton Charlotte University Place, 8629 J M Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC. The festival features 100 films, workshop, after parties, Actors Idol, industry panels and more. Following the in-person festival, 100 films will be available to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Lore Brewing Company, at 1218 Rosemont Drive, Indian Land, South Carolina, is the first brewery in Indian Land. It’s family owned and serves up fresh craft beer brewed on site. Lore Brewing hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page.
Upcoming EventsFree Live Music in July 2023: Thursday, July 13,...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Charlotte New Music, Community, and Neon Rose Productions are presenting a never-before-seen music and dance experience. Besides the performances, the event will feature food, vendors, and a celestial vibe. Seventh Heaven takes place at Charlotte Art League, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, NC, on Friday, July 7, 2023, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Tango CLT’s mission is to make Argentine Tango accessible to the Charlotte community, through classes, social dances and concerts. Photo: DepositphotosArgentine tango is a form of dance form that originated in the late 19th century in the working-class neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It’s characterized by its intricate... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation works to ensure clean, plentiful water in the Catawba River Basin through advocacy and education. Learn more about what they do and how you can be involved. The organization is offering a growing number of opportunities to kayak, including kayak rentals, guided tours, and kids’ programs. Read on to learn... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Sisters Only Business Expo celebrates women-owned, Black-owned brands. It takes place Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, Gold Hall 2, 4751 NC Hwy 49, Concord, NC. It’s free to attend. This will be a day of shopping, networking, fashion, beauty, performance, education and more. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, houses public galleries and event spaces in the Gibson Village neighborhood of Concord. ClearWater offers free access to gallery exhibitions, public discussions and art events. It’s a hub where artists, performers, hobbyists, and amateurs of all experience levels can... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Gottaswing Charlotte offers an opportunity to those who enjoy swing-era jazz dances like Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston and others. It’s a member of Gottaswing, a swing-only dance instruction and promotion company that operates all across the country. You don’t need to have any swing dance experience to join in, and they... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Just in time for National Fried Chicken Day, Popeyes is offering FREE chicken sandwiches. 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. Photo: PopeyesFrom June 29 to July 9, 2023, buy a chicken sandwich combo at Popeyes... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossing, is part of the City of Charlotte’s initiative to construct 250 place-making projects across the city. The Green is an open space provided by the City of Charlotte. Programming and activities are organized by the Prosperity Village Area Association. The best ways to keep up on events... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Adults ages 18+ are invited to relive their childhoods and celebrate “National Be a Kid Again Day” on July 7, 2023 Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Done Adulting Day from 7 to 9 p.m. Catch critters, get dirty, make childhood crafts, play with bubbles, compete in fun games, and finish off... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Looking for affordable indoor summer movies in Charlotte, NC? Treat your kids to a delightful cinematic experience without breaking the bank. Explore this list of low-priced films showing in various theaters on weekdays this summer. From animated adventures to family-friendly blockbusters, find the perfect movie to beat the summer heat and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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. The next ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 more than worth the short trek to Gastonia. Read on to see some pictures of the outdoor... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 