For three weekends in December, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery will transform into a German-inspired Christmas Market, with vendors selling gifts and baked goods from open-air booths. While you're here, check out Charlotte on the Cheap's... Read the whole entry...» Looking for active activities for your kids (or yourself?) Burn off some energy in the Charlotte area, without burning through your cash. Included are deals on iFly Indoor Skydiving, indoor rock climbing, trampoline parks, skating, and more.... Read the whole entry...» Bring the family to Metropolitan, 1111 Metropolitan Avenue, for Moonlight Movies on Saturday, December 21st, 2019, at 4 p.m. Activities start at 4 p.m., and the movie The Grinch will be shown at dusk. Please bring your own blanket or chair. ... Read the whole entry...» This winter for the third year, you can ice skate and celebrate the season at Winter Wonderland, a fun attraction at Symphony Park, in the parking lot behind SouthPark Mall/Dicks Sporting Goods, 4400 Sharon Road. Learn about four more outdoor... Read the whole entry...» Bring the family to A December To Remember at Promenade on Providence, 10822 Providence Road, every Saturday from December 7th to 21st, 2019, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Santa will be there each of these afternoons. Bring your camera to take a picture of... Read the whole entry...» Cavendish Brewing Company, 207 North Chester Street, Gastonia, hosts many events, including live music, trivia, a run club, and more. You can see listings for them on the Facebook page. Here are a few of the upcoming events: Team Trivia Night ... Read the whole entry...» Santa is coming to Boost Mobile stores, including a couple in the Charlotte area, for free pictures. Bring your camera! All are welcome. Kids will receive a free toy, while supplies last. Here's the schedule, with a link to a Facebook event... Read the whole entry...» 2019 Queen City Christmas Expo, on Saturday, December 21st, 2019, at The River Place, 453 Glynwood Forest Dr., Fort Mill, is a free event that includes many vendors, as well as giveaways and kids' activities. Plus, FREE pictures with... Read the whole entry...» Ole Dallas Brewery, 136 Durkee Lane in Dallas, is extending Charlotte's burgeoning brewery scene to Gaston County. The craft brewery offers outside seating and frequently hosts live music, with no cover, or a low cover. Follow them on ... Read the whole entry...» ImaginOn Wondering what to do with the kids over winter break 2019/2020? Look no further. Here's a list of some cheap and free things that will be fun for kids during Christmas Break. Included are special holiday activities to do the... Read the whole entry...» Updated for 2019 (But a couple pictures are from 2018.) When Uptown Charlotte turns on the holiday lights it instantly becomes a festive destination. Within walking distance of each other are four towering Christmas trees, a Christmas market,... Read the whole entry...» Christmas parades aren't limited to the land! Here are four lighted boat parades on Lake Norman. Northern Lights of Lake Norman Lighted Boat Parade The Northern Lights of Lake Norman Boat Parade Saturday, December 7th, 2019 5... Read the whole entry...» VisArt Video, 3104 Eastway Drive, shows movies–mostly cult movies, odd movies, and ridiculous movies. It also hosts comedy. Sometimes the movies and comedy are the same event. Some events are free, but please consider a donation to help... Read the whole entry...» Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events are family friendly and most are free. Events include parties, Menorah lightings, and even a Menorah Car Parade. Some of the... Read the whole entry...» Optimist Hall, at 1115 N. Brevard Street, is a food hall that is home to a growing number of food stalls. Current food and drink stalls include: Undercurrent Coffee Zukku Sushi Bao and Broth Pet Wants Honeysuckle Gelato ... Read the whole entry...» Diners in the Charlotte area can cross a stress-free meal off their holiday wish list. A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Eve or Christmas Day menu. And others are open with their regular menu. Here are some options at various price... Read the whole entry...» Plan your weekend on the cheap with this list of free events around Charlotte this week, from Friday, December 20th, to Sunday, December 22nd, 2019. If you're not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap's daily... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte live music is alive and kicking. Looking for concerts this weekend (and beyond) in Charlotte? Here's a list of the next few days of shows from MusicEverywhereCLT.com. You can filter by date, venue, type of music and much more. Go to... Read the whole entry...» Science on the Rocks a fun, themed event at Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon Street, for adults 21 and older. It takes place every third Friday of the month. Science on the Rocks features themed activities and a chance for adults to explore the... Read the whole entry...» There's no shortage of fantastic New Year's Eve celebrations in the Charlotte area. Unfortunately, there may be a shortage of funds in some of our bank accounts after the winter holidays. So here are some events that are either free or... Read the whole entry...» This year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two new winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights trail is free to... Read the whole entry...» As you make holiday plans around Charlotte, make sure you know what is open and closed. Read on to learn about holiday hours at Mecklenburg County facilities (including libraries and nature centers), shopping malls, ABC stores, supermarkets and... Read the whole entry...» If you'd like to make your kids very, very happy, and also save some money, check out the Groupon for Great Wolf Lodge. Prices depend on check-in date and the kind of room you reserve but in most cases they'll save you some bucks over... Read the whole entry...» On Tuesday, December 31st, 2019, at 12 p.m., Virginia Tech takes on Kentucky in the Belk Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. If you're looking for tickets, check out Groupon's Fan Exchange. The prices change a lot, so keep checking back.... Read the whole entry...» McAdenville Christmas is a treasured tradition in the Charlotte area. McAdenville calls itself Christmas Town USA, and for good reason. For more than 60 years the Christmas lights display has drawn visitors to this small town west of Charlotte and... Read the whole entry...» Find all the restaurant deals in the Charlotte area! You'll find food and drink deals every day of the week in restaurants all over the city and beyond. You might also be interested in: Free things to do this week... Read the whole entry...» The Calder Cup Champion Charlotte Checkers have announced 50's night on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020, at 7 p.m. On that night, they'll be playing the Hershey Bears rolling back ticket prices to 50's prices: $1 or $2. (Plus... Read the whole entry...» This is a growing list of 2019 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year's. Make sure to bookmark this page, as it will be frequently updated.... Read the whole entry...» Looking for the biggest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2019 Christmas season? Here's what you have to look forward to. This list includes professional displays, town events, and private homes. 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