| Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekBuy $80 in P&G Items, get a $20 Amazon.com CreditBig Sale on Amazon for fitness equipment (including a great deal on a bike!)Valentine Mini Session with LaLa Photography for $19 — reservations requiredFind Your Muse open mic at The Evening Muse every MondayThe Bill Hanna Legacy Jazz Session at Petra’s (and more)Tet Festival: Vietnamese New Year Celebration Jan 14MLK Day Celebrations and Observances in Charlotte 2023Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Blakeney Grand Opening Party: free scoops, swag bags Jan 12Hattie’s Bingo Night — free to play, with prizesJazzy Brunch at Mac Tabby ConcordCharlotte Restaurant Week: January 20-29 — reservations open now!Opera Carolina: Free Musical Storytime of The Tortoise and The Hare at local librariesTiff’s Treats: Get 6 cookies for $6 after 4 p.m.Top things to do in January in CharlotteLunar New Year celebrations in Charlotte in 2023Poetry Reading with NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green at The Urban Reader Bookstore Jan 2113 things to do on Friday the 13th in Charlotte — spooky stories, tattoo deals, graveyard visits, moreFireworks Spectacular in Mooresville Jan 14MLK Weekend Celebration in Cabarrus County: Parade, Dream Day at the Ballpark, March, more…Schiele Museum: free admission Jan 10 after 4 p.m., including planetarium showWednesday Night Live Jan 11: Chat with BlkMrktClt and free museum admissionWhat’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Day in CharlotteMuseums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — learn which Charlotte area museums participateGaston FolkSing at Gaston Pour House Jan 19Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Gantt Center: It Takes a VillageUpcoming free and cheap events for kidsChinese New Year: Lion Dance by Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy around Charlotte 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 • Christmas might be over, but Amazon is continuing to offer special deals. Its promotions includes many items that you might have wished you had received as gifts. Or if you’re returning a gift, look here for great deals on what you really want. We’re listing a few deals below that seem like they might be a good fit, and have... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • If you plan to get more active this year, you will want to check out this list of special sports and fitness deals from Amazon. Whether you want to exercise from the comfort of your own home, or hit the trails, you will save money shopping from this list. Right now, everything from stationary bikes to rowing machines to elliptical machines are... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • LaLa Photography is offering a great deal on a Valentine Mini Event. 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 Valentine’s Day. Valentine Photoshoot
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Every Monday (with a few exceptions), The Evening Muse, 3227 N. Davidson Street, hosts Find Your Muse. This open mic is considered one of the best open mics in Charlotte.
Please note that The Evening Muse is closed on Labor Day, September 5th, 2022, so there will be no open mic that day. Make sure to check The... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Petra’s
Petra’s Bar, at 1919 Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood, is a friendly neighborhood bar that includes a main bar with a stage, a taproom, an art gallery and a patio.
It frequently hosts excellent live music, pop-up vendor and art markets, dance parties, film screenings and much more. The events are... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Tết Festival, on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 1 to 5 p.m., at The Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Place, Charlotte, NC, 28262.
Tickets are $5. This will be the Year of the Cat in the Vietnamese calendar, although it’s Year of the Rabbit in most other Asian countries. Learn about more ways to ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
On Martin Luther King Day, January 16th, 2023, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with celebrations, art, conversations, marches, music and more.
We are adding events as they’re announced, so please keep checking back. Also, check out our list of what’s open and closed on MLK Day in the Charlotte area. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Jeni’s Splendid ice CreamsJeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is opening its fourth location in Charlotte and is celebrating with free scoops! The new location will be in Blakeney Town Center, at 9828 Rea Road, Charlotte, and the grand opening celebration will be Thursday, January 12th, 2022, from 7 to 11 p.m. During... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Hattie’s Tap & Tavern, at 2918 The Plaza, is a friendly neighborhood bar. They host frequent events, which you can learn about on their Facebook page. The second Tuesday of every month, starting January 10th, 2023, Hattie’s is hosting Bingo Night! It takes place from 8 to 10 p.m. It’s free to play, and you can win... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Mac Tabby Cat Cafe Concord, at 25 Market Street SW, Concord, North Carolina, is presenting Jazzy Brunch on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hang out with the “cool cats” (in the jazz sense) for live jazz, beverages and brunch from the cafe. Want to visit with the feline cats? Make a reservation for the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Queen’s Feast — Charlotte Restaurant Week is returning in January, 2023, for ten days. It will be taking place from January 20th to 29th, 2023. 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Opera Carolina is presenting Musical Storytime performances at local libraries throughout the Charlotte area. These events are completely free — and you can even get a free book. Join Opera Carolina for Musical Storytime with Opera Carolina and bring your favorite stories to life! Perfect for young audiences and families, performers... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Tiff’s TreatsTiff’s Treats is offering a special deal! Through February 13th, 2023, get 6 cookies for just $6 after 4 p.m., when you order ahead for pick-up. The regular price is $10, so this is a substantial savings. In addition, there’s no limit on how many half-dozens you can order with this discount... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Welcome to 2023! Santa might have parked his sleigh and headed to a much-deserved vacation, but for those wintering in the Charlotte area, there is plenty to do in January. Check out our list of the top things to do in January in Charlotte. We’re highlighting several major events this month. But then, scroll down for our huge calendar of... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image: DepositphotosThe Lunar New Year takes place January 22nd, 2023, and is celebrated all month long. Read on to learn how to celebrate in the Charlotte area. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it’s also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit for most Asian... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Poet Laureate of North Carolina, Jaki Shelton Green, will be doing a poetry reading at The Urban Reader Bookstore on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a free event. Poet Laureate of Charlotte, Junious “Jay” Ward will be introducing Jaki Shelton Green. The Urban Reader Bookstore is at 440 East McCullough... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • DepositphotosFriday the 13th doesn’t come around often. It does happen at least once every year, and sometimes more than once. 2023 has two Friday the 13th dates: January and October. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky, but here in Charlotte we feel lucky to have SpookyCLT. All year... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosMooresville is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2023 with a year of special events. It’s kicking off the celebratory year with the Anniversary Kick-Off Fireworks Spectacular. This event was scheduled for New Year’s Eve, but is being postponed until January 14th, 2023, due to the weather forecast. This... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • There are several events in Cabarrus County celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. These events are planned by the Dr. MLK Jr. Celebration Planning Committee of Concord-Cabarrus. Read on to learn what’s happening in Cabarrus County, as well as a big list of MLK Day events across the Charlotte region. Learn about... 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 exhibits,... 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’ Wednesday Night Live returns in the fall of 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... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Monday, January 16th, 2023, is Martin Luther King Day. Please be aware of what’s open and closed on this federal holiday. The holiday affects public transit, government offices and ABC Stores (in Mecklenburg County.) Also, learn how to honor Dr. King on MLK Day, and throughout the holiday weekend, at one of these MLK Day events in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Museums for All is a nationwide program with the goal of making museums accessible to everyone in the community. Participating museums offer free or reduced admission for people receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits.) Museums for All is an initiative of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and is administered by the Association of... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Gaston Pour House, at 170 S. South Street, Gastonia, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, light bites, wine, cocktails and beer.
They also host frequent events. You can find all the events on their Facebook page. Gaston FolkSing
Thursday, January 19th, 2023
8 to 10 p.m.
Free The group will gather to share their songs, tunes,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Levine Museum of the New South and Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture are presenting an event for MLK Day on Monday, January 16th, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It takes place at the Gantt Center, 5511 South Tryon Street, Charlotte. This is a free event for all ages.
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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 • Photo courtesy of Hung Gar Kung Fu AcademyHung Gar Kung Fu Academy is the Charlotte region’s only traditional hung gar kung fu school. It’s at 514 North Main Street, Troutman. Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy will be presenting the Lion Dance for the Chinese New Year at several Charlotte area locations in 2023. Learn about more ways... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 