| Day trip: Visit Kannapolis and its beautifully revitalized downtown, including the renovated Gem TheatreFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekUpcoming free and cheap events for kidsSubway giving away a million free subs July 12Last month for Crayola IDEAworks at Camp North End — Save 20% on VIP ticketsBig day-by-day list of outdoor movies in Charlotte in 2022Krispy Kreme: Every Wednesday Original Glazed dozen costs the average price of a gallon of gasOpen Mic at Madison Perk Coffee Bar (and more events)Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to museums, plus music by Claudio Ortiz at Mint Museum UptownBest Walmart Deals this week — shop Flash Picks onlineMcDonald’s: Freebies and deals all July with Camp McDonald’sFree children’s interactive lab, Fort Innovate, from USAA, coming to CharlotteSam’s Club Membership: $24.88 (includes $10 Sam’s Club E-Gift Card)Pub Theology at Bart’s Mart July 6Birkdale Buds — free preschool kids’ activities at Birkdale VillageTiff’s Treats: $2 Tiffwich Fridays in JulyAround the World Storytime at Museum of the AlphabetVisArt Video: The Old Man Movie, Saturday morning cartoons for kids, and Cult Movies in the CaveBig list of Summer Festivals in Charlotte5 low-priced summer movie programs for kids in Charlotte areaOpening of “So Much Goes Into Who I Am” exhibition at Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery at VAPA CenterFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend The City of Kannapolis, a half hour drive northeast of the center of Charlotte, is ready to show off its revitalized downtown, which is anchored by Atrium Health Ballpark, home of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, and the recently renovated 85-year-old Gem Theatre. Kannapolis has unveiled a downtown area that is inviting, walkable, and ready for... 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 •
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.
New to Charlotte on the Cheap? You might also be interested in:Signing up for Charlotte on the Cheap’s daily emailKids Eat Free...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 • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCCrayola IDEAworks is an immersive creativity experience that will challenge guests to explore their inner creativity. Its last day is July 31st, 2022. Read on for a discount. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCIt’s a little pricier than what we usually include, with general admission tickets starting at $20, but... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: depositphotos 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Do you love a good deal? You’re in the right place. We keep track of the best Krispy Kreme deals, right here. Also, keep reading for a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Madison Perk Coffee Bar, at 5033 South Blvd, Charlotte, serves up coffee, ice cream, cocktails and more. In addition, it frequently hosts live music and other events. You can see all the upcoming events on its website calendar. Here’s what’s coming up: Jitter Bugs
Monday, July 4th, 2022
10:30 to 11 a.m.
Free Live... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Grand Oiseau de Feu sur l’arche by Niki de Saint Phalle. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLCThe Levine Center for the Arts is continuing Wednesday Night Live in 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 African-American Arts... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: depositphotosDid 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • If you’re a fan of McDonald’s, or you rely on McDonald’s when you’re in a hurry, you’re at the right place! We will be updating this space with the best deals currently available at McDonald’s. As always, participation may vary. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
USAA is bringing the Fort Innovate traveling exhibit to Discovery Place Nature, 31658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, as part of its 100th anniversary. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! Fort Innovate will visit children’s and science museums across the country and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 MembershipRight now we can offer two different deals for Sam’s Club membership. Read on to see which is best for you. Option 1:...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Bart’s Mart is a beer and wine bottle shop at 3042 Eastway Crossing. They also hold events of various kinds… Pub Theology
Bart’s Mart and Charlotte Pub Theology Collective are hosting Pub Theology Night on Wednesday, July 6th, 2022, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is the second Pub Theology Night of summer, 2022. The format is... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from June 8th to October 26th, 2022. The event takes place in The Grove, and may include face painting, storytelling, magicians, arts and crafts and more. Find all the best (and cheapest)... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Tiff’s Treats is offering a special deal — every Friday in July, get a Tiffwich (an ice cream sandwich) for just $2. The offer is good in-store only. One per person per day. This deal is available at all Charlotte area Tiff’s Treats, from 5 to 10 p.m., each Friday in July. Charlotte Tiff’s Treats LocationsUptown... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Museum of the Alphabet, at 6409 Davis Road, Waxhaw, takes a close look at language, culture and Bible translation. Trace the history of writing and learn where your alphabet came from. Museum of the Alphabet is open and free to visit. It’s open Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum also presents some special events throughout... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
VisArt Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, is a non-profit dedicated to the preservation, creation, and experience of movies through education, community events, and rental of over 40,000 titles—some being rare and non-streaming. Check out the Micro Cinema for private events, parties and screenings here. Upcoming Events from VisArt...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Some movie theater chains are once again offering great deals on summer movies for kids. These shows are great ideas for mid-week entertainment, especially when it gets hot!
A new movie theater in the Charlotte market, Cinergy Entertainment, has joined in the summer fun too. Read on for a list of all the movie theaters offering great deals for... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery, at VAPA Center, 700 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, is presenting “So Much Goes Into Who I am,” starting Saturday, July 9th, 2022. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, July 9th, from 5 to 8 p.m. It’s free to attend. Artist La’Porscha Smith will open her first solo exhibition,... 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 • | 