| Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekCalendar of Charlotte Trivia Nights — 75+ trivia nights a weekFreebie: Live Online Budgeting ClassValentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20Valentine’s Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens with UNC Charlotte Botanical GardensFirst Annual Plaza Midwood Mardi Gras Parade Feb 18Celebration of Life for Anton Walkes Jan 24Free event at Ballantyne Arts Center: Live Story Time — Pie Day Jan 2310 Trending Deals on Amazon today, including a rowing machine, cordless drill, label maker, more…Charlotte Restaurant Week: January 20-29 — here are the new restaurants to try!Discount tickets to Carowinds this winterFind Your Muse open mic at The Evening Muse every MondayOpera Carolina: Free Musical Storytime of The Tortoise and The Hare at local librariesFebruary in Charlotte — the top things to do this monthTaste the Diaspora — free cooking classes, including tastings, for youth and adultsFree lecture series: Great DecisionsFree and cheap live music in Charlotte – day by day listWednesday Night Live Jan 25: Free museum admission and moreLive music, Valentine’s Burlesque show, chili cook-off, open mic at Tommy’s Pub’80s party at 4001 Yancey: costume contest, ’80s music, specialty cocktails, and more!Groundhog Day in CharlotteMardi Gras Parties at Primal Brewery Huntersville & Belmont (and more)St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Charlotte 2023Free gumbo and a Project Outpour fundraiser at Pilot Brewing (and more)Dog Days of Winter Festival at U.S. National Whitewater Center Feb 11Baxter Village/Fort Mill Spring Fest and St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 18Luck of the Village at Birkdale Village for St. Patrick’s DayRomantic Valentine’s Dinner at…Waffle House (reservations required)Big List of Spring festivals in Charlotte in 2023 — mark your calendars!Charlotte SHOUT returns March 31 – April 16Jiggy with the Piggy Festival in Kannapolis: music, BBQ competition, fireworks, more…50+ Cheap Dates in CharlotteBOOM Charlotte fringe festival April 21-2312 Spring Consignment Sales in Charlotte area in 2023 (more added) 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 • Image: DepositphotosLooking for a chance to show off your smarts? Here’s a list of upcoming Charlotte trivia nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule. You’ll find them at bars, breweries, cideries, restaurants and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia nights around Charlotte. Most of the trivia... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Our friends Dan and Kay are saving a FREE seat for you for this class they’re hosting on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, at 8 p.m. Register for free. They are going over the proven framework that takes the guesswork out of getting ahead and actually saving money towards your biggest financial goal. Register for free. How Do I Know If...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • As you’re planning Valentine’s Day, there are many ways to show your love for that special someone. We’ve put together a list of truly local Charlotte Valentine’s gifts, as well as a list of 50+ cheap dates in Charlotte. If you’re shopping online, here are some frugal Valentine’s gifts in any price range. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens’ Valentine’s event is back, expanded and in an in-person format. The Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens will take place February 11th and 12th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. each day. Most of the events will take place at Cone University Center, 9025 University Road, with selected events at... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosJoin in for the first annual Plaza Midwood Mardi Gras Parade! It will take place on Saturday, February 18th, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., in front of the Vine Church, 2101 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte, NC. The parade will end in Midwood Park, 2100 Wilhelmina Avenue. This is a free, fun, family event. Wear your purple, green and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Charlotte FC is holding a celebration of Anton Walkes’ life at Bank of America Stadium. It will take place Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, at 3 p.m. Fans are invited to remember Anton Walkes, along with his family, friends and teammates. Fans are encouraged to wear black Charlotte FC gear and Newly Minted kits. Fans must enter through... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Ballantyne Arts Center, at 11318 N Community House Road, Charlotte, is presenting a free event, Live Story Time — Pie Day, on Monday, January 23rd, 2023, at 10 a.m. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! This free family event will engage imaginations of all ages. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Whether you’re shopping for Valentine’s Day, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of trending deals at Amazon today. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Sale...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 • Photo courtesy of Carowinds, via GrouponFor the first time, Carowinds is open all year. In January, February and March of 2023, Carowinds is open select days. Groupon has a deal for discount Carowinds tickets, good any day it’s open, from January 14th to March 5th, 2023. During this time period, Carowinds is open on Saturdays and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC
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 •
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 •
February packs a lot into its 28 days! Plan your month with this list of the top things to do February, 2023, in Charlotte. We’re highlighting ten major events this month. But then, scroll down for our huge (and we do mean huge!) calendar of things to do in Charlotte, and surrounding areas in February. This calendar will be updated... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Jasiatic is presenting a FREE class, Taste the Diaspora. This program is part of Culture Blocks, which is possible through the generous financial support of Mecklenburg County. Discuss and learn about the connections of food, culture, art, and healing. You will explore local foodways and their often-overlooked diasporic roots. Classes will be... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Great Decisions is a national program of the Foreign Policy Association. It’s a non-partisan citizen education effort that includes a free public lecture series. In North Carolina, the Office of International Programs at UNC Charlotte is the state coordinator. The eight topics for 2023 are: Energy GeopoliticsWar CrimesChina...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Looking for live music in Charlotte and surrounding areas? Check out this list of what’s on the calendar on Charlotte on the Cheap. These are concerts and music events that are free or cheap! Please note that you should still tip the musician if you can, and purchase a drink if the event is at a bar/brewery/coffee shop.
If you’d... 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 •
Tommy’s Pub, 3124 Eastway Drive, is a small neighborhood bar that’s big on music and community. It is now hosting both indoor and outdoor events. Go to Tommy’s Pub’s Facebook page, where they regularly provide updates about upcoming music. Upcoming Events at Tommy’s PubHere are some upcoming events. All are... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 full-service kitchen and dining spaces.
Keep an eye on Brewers at 4001 Yancey’s Facebook page for... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Groundhog Day takes place February 2nd of every year, and it’s on this day that specially designated groundhogs are called upon to predict the weather. If they see their shadow, winter is over, and if not, then we have six weeks to go.
Did you know that, for years, Charlotte had its own weather-predicting groundhog? Queen Charlotte,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery’s Facebook page or the Primal Brewery website calendar.
Primal Brewery has a second location, at 52 Ervin Street, Belmont, so please make sure, when you... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image: DepositphotosSt. Patrick’s Day is back in Charlotte in 2023 in a big way, with the return of the Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival (formerly known as Charlotte Goes Green Festival.) There’s also a parade in Fort Mill, the U.S. National Whitewater Center’s Green River Revival, Old Town St.... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing.
Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also reach them by calling 704-802-9260. Coming UpFree Gumbo Night
Monday, January 30th, 2023
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Whitewater CenterDogs have always been valued guests at U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, but they get their own festival, on February 11th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dog Days of Winter is a celebration of our best friends, and features a variety of activities for dogs and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Baxter Village/Fort Mill Spring Fest and St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Saturday, March 18th, 2023, at Baxter Village Town Center, 900 Market Street, Fort Mill, South Carolina. Baxter Village is one block off I-77 at exit 85 in South Carolina. Photo by Baxter Village St. Patrick’s Parade. Used with permission.Both are... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Village is presenting its second annual Luck of the Village St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Friday, March 17th, 2023 from 6 to 9 p.m. Check out our big list of St. Patrick’s Day events around Charlotte! Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, and festive gear. Image: DepositphotosThere will be special performances... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Courtesy of Waffle House
Table for two? For the 15th year, select Waffle House restaurants are pulling out all the stops and setting the stage for a romantic Valentine’s evening — complete with Valentine-themed decorations, candles, and soft dinner music.
You might also be interested in: 55 cheap date ideas in the Charlotte areaBig...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Spring festivals are coming back to Charlotte in 2023. From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids’ festivals, there will be a lot going on! We are highlighting a few major festivals. But then, read on for a much larger, ever-growing list of spring festivals. If you’re not doing this already, you can subscribe to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is a presented by Charlotte Center City Partners. It is returning to Uptown Charlotte March 31st to April 16th, 2023, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.
The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities, large arts installations,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Jiggy with the Piggy Festival
Jiggy with the Piggy Festival is a longstanding favorite in Kannapolis and returns May 4th to 7th, 2023. It features the Jiggy 5K, over 100 arts & crafts vendors, free concerts, fireworks, Cannon Ballers Baseball games, and a People’s Choice pork tasting.
Over 100 Kansas City Barbeque... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Rosie’s Wine Garden. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC
You can spend as much as you want on a date, but spending a lot is not required in Charlotte.
Here are some ideas for cheap date nights (or days) in the Charlotte area. Many of these dates are free, and none are too pricy. Got more ideas for cheap date nights in the Charlotte area?... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
BOOM Charlotte is back as a three-day festival in 2023. Boom is a fringe arts festival that features all genres of art, including music, visual art, dance, spoken word and more. BOOM Charlotte takes place April 21st to 23rd, 2023. The venue has not been announced yet. It starte out in Plaza Midwood, and moved to Camp North End in 2022. We... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosBelieve it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring consignment sales for 2023. Some spring consignment sales in Charlotte start in February. Save loads of money on clothes for yourself and your kids. Most of these sales are for kids’ clothing, toys and accessories, but there is at least one in the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 