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BOGO tickets to Dance & Circus Show: Random Acts of Kindness

Carolina Calouche & Co. is presenting Random Acts of Kindness, a performance of dance and circus arts, on Saturday, July 23rd, and Sunday, July 24th, 2022, at Booth Playhouse, 130 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC.

Saturday: 7 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m.
Sunday: 4 p.m.

Tickets are $20 to $30. There are $15 Student Rush tickets available as...

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Win $25 for Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s 2-day only Flash Sale

Charlotte Warehouse Sale is holding their July Flash Sale for two days only: July 30th and 31st, 2022. If you’ve ever shopped at Charlotte Warehouse Sale and were amazed at the bargains, you will love this. Charlotte Warehouse Sale events always feature new, name brand clothing and shoes from your favorite department stores at 65% to 90%...

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3rd Charlotte Peruvian Festival at Camp North End July 24

The 3rd Charlotte Peruvian Festival will take place Sunday, July 24th, 2022, from 12 to 8 p.m., at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue.

Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals!

Admission is $7. Children 10 and under are admitted for free.

Enjoy live music by local artists, crafts by artisans, delicious food, entertainment...

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Special deals for National Tequila Day July 24
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You might not be aware that Friday, July 24th, 2020, is National Tequila Day, but that’s why we’re here. You’re welcome.

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.

Here are some special...

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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend

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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Sunday Fun Day Free Lunch at NoDa Company Store: Beef or mushroom fajitas July 24

NoDa Company Store, 3221 Yadkin Avenue, might be NoDa’s best hangout. There’s ample seating, they sell food and drink (much of it local), host food trucks, and mix up some really good Sangria, as well as their signature NoDa Colada.

NoDa Company Store. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC

And the setting is possibly (probably?) the most...

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Sam’s Club Membership: $24.88 (includes $10 Sam’s Club E-Gift Card)

If you have never shopped Sam’s Club, now is a good time to start (read on for a special deal!) Part of Walmart, Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club.

Two Deals for Sam’s Club Membership

Right now we can offer two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you.

Option 1:...

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Hot Stuff Summer Pop Up Market at Petra’s July 24
Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC


Petra’s, at 1919 Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood, is hosting Hot Stuff Summer Pop Up Market on Sunday, July 24th, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It will feature local crafts, food, artisans and beer. Shop for a friend, for yourself, or for ideas for your own creative pursuits.

Check out a huge,...

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Charlotte Restaurant Week July 22-31

Queen’s Feast — Charlotte Restaurant Week is returning July 22nd to 31st, 2022.

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 course prix fixe meal from a participating restaurant. 80...

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Christmas in July at Open Door Studios: free performance of How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Open Door Studios is presenting a free performance of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This “Christmas in July” event will take place Sunday, July 24th, 2022, at 4 p.m., at Open Door Studios, 3706 Central Avenue (on the corner of Central and Eastway.)

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming...

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Best Walmart Deals this week — shop Flash Picks online
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Did you know that every week, Walmart offers tons of Flash Picks?

These are the items that are marked down, sometimes drastically, in a variety of categories, including sports, electronics, home improvement, appliances, fashion and more.

We aren’t listing individual items at this time, because available and pricing...

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Best of Charlotte Bridal Show at Divine Barrel Brewing (and much more)

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...

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National Night Out Celebrations in the Charlotte Area


National Night Out is a national community-building event that takes place the first Tuesday in August. (Although not all the National Night Out events happen that day.)

National Night Out started in 1984, and now takes place in 16,000 communities. Events are held all over the country to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law...

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Big list of Summer Festivals in Charlotte

There’s a lot to celebrate in Charlotte this year! Check out this growing list of summer festivals. Celebrate the season with live music, culture, food, dancing, kids’ activities and much more. We’re adding to the list all the time, so keep checking back.

We focus on free and cheap events here on Charlotte on the Cheap, and...

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Huntersville Week of Fun — August 1-5

The Town of Huntersville is celebrating the upcoming school year with a Week of Fun from August 1st to 5th, 2022. Each day there will be a special event at a park in Huntersville.

These are free events.


Huntersville Week of Fun Events

Move It Monday
Monday, August 1st, 2022
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Veterans Park
201...

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Sangria Sundays at Pinhouse: 75¢/ounce Sangria and half-price bowling

Pinhouse, at 2306 Central Avenue, in Plaza Midwood, features 72 self-serve taps, a second story patio that overlooks Veterans Park and duckpin bowling.

Duckpin differs from regular bowling in that the ball is much smaller and does not have finger holes. The pins are smaller too. Also, bowlers have three balls per frame, instead of two.

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Free Summer Recital Series with Charlotte Chapter of American Guild of Organists

The Charlotte Chapter of the American Guild of Organists has been presenting free performances for the community for nearly 50 years.

The recitals take place in various churches in Charlotte, and are open to the public. Donations are welcome.

Every summer there is a Summer Recital Series, which takes place weekly, but there are also events...

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Hummingbird Festival week-long event in August
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Reedy Creek Nature Center’s Hummingbird Festival is a popular annual August tradition in Charlotte. This year it will be week-long event, starting August 15th, 2022, with events at various Mecklenburg County nature and recreation centers.

Read on for a list of events. Make sure to follow each link and register, if...

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Smashburger: Single burgers $5.15 July 22-24

If you love Smashburger, you’ve come to the right place. Read on for a list of current Smashburger deals.

We have a big day-by-day list of restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.

Smashburger Anniversary Deal


From July 22nd to 24th, 2022, celebrate...

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CLT Burger Week August 12 to 21

CLT Burger Week is returning in August, 2022, and that means that it’s the perfect time to try a new restaurant and experience a new burger!

Every year, during CLT Burger Week, local restaurants offer specialty burgers for $6. CLT Burger Week takes place August 12th to 21st, 2022.

20+ locations in the Charlotte area will be...

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Optimist Hall: free fitness classes, live music, a birthday party, and everything else you need to know
Optimist Hall. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC

Optimist Hall, at 1115 N. Brevard Street, Charlotte, is a food hall inside in a redeveloped former gingham mill. Its 147,000 square feet feature a wide variety of unique food stalls, as well as bars, some retail, and restaurants.

It’s situated in Optimist Park, between Uptown and NoDa.

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Flow Fest returns to Whitewater Center September 17


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.

Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of...

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Big day-by-day list of outdoor movies in Charlotte in 2022

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Outdoor movies and drive-in movies have been taking place all year, and are very popular in summer. Many of these outdoor movies are free. You’re encouraged to bring a blanket or chair.

At many of these events, there will be food trucks and beverage vendors available. Make sure to check with the organizer to see if...

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Free Mayfield Dairy Farms ice cream in Uptown Charlotte (July 25) and in Huntersville (July 27)

96.9 The Kat is teaming up with Mayfield Dairy Farms to give away FREE ice cream on select Mondays throughout the summer.

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 Mayfield Mondays, head to Trade and Tryon Streets,...

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Day by day list of hundreds of outdoor concerts in Charlotte (mostly free)

There’s no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months in Charlotte, and there’s really no better way to spend a nice evening.

We’ve put together a huge list of outdoor concerts, mostly free, throughout the whole Charlotte area.

After the descriptions of the concerts, which is organized by area, scroll down to see a...

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Grand opening at Piada Cotswold on July 26 — first 25 guests get free Piada food for a year

Piada Italian Street Food is opening its first store in Charlotte, at Cotswold, 336 S Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC, and is celebrating at its grand opening.

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 Tuesday, July...

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26th Festival of India August 27

The 26th Festival of India will take place Saturday, August 27th, 2022, from 12 to 8 p.m., at Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte.


Admission is $6 at the gate or $5 online.

Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals!

The festival includes:

  • Traditional dance
  • Bollywood dances
  • Exhibits
  • Visual arts
  • Souvenir Bazaar
  • Indian Food...

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