| Charlotte on the Cheap readers have loved Charlotte Warehouse Sale for years. Several times a year, fashion lovers have the chance to shop for new, name-brand clothings and accessories, at 65% to 90% off retail prices. Charlotte... Read the whole entry...» This list includes events in the Charlotte area this weekend, from Friday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids'activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more. We... Read the whole entry...» Photo:DepositphotosBallantyne Movie Nights are coming back this fall. Watch a movie on the big screen in Ballantyne's Backyard, 11611 North Community House Road, Charlotte. The cost is $5 per person, paid at the event entrance, which... Read the whole entry...»
This is a growing list of 2021 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include events celebrating everything from Thanksgiving to New Year's.
Please scroll down for a massive day-by-day list. Make sure to bookmark... Read the whole entry...» Walk among the dinosaurs at The Jurassic Encounter's Dinos at 11 Walking Tour. It will take place on two weekends: November 19th to 21st, 2021November 24th to 28th, 2021They'll be at Ballantyne's Backyard, 11611 N.... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte New Music is bringing a night of music and stargazing to Greenlife Family Farms, 281 Odell School Road, Concord, on Saturday, November 13th, 2021, at 7 p.m. Stargazer Music Fest will feature live music and a night market. In addition,... Read the whole entry...» If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving turkey dinners from a grocery store or restaurant. Every year we put together a list of grocery stores and... Read the whole entry...»
Food Truck season is in full swing in Charlotte!
Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can't be explained. It's even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from. Do you love outdoor... Read the whole entry...» There are three drive-in theaters fairly close to Charlotte, and they are a great source of affordable family entertainment. Hound's Drive-In, in Kings Mountain, and Badin Road Drive-In, in Albemarle, are both operating. Sunset Drive-In, in... Read the whole entry...»
Many businesses thank veterans and active military members by offering them a free meal or other gift on Veterans Day, which is Thursday, November 11th, 2021. If you're a member of the military, please check out this list, and see if...
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Rea Farms, 9855 Sandy Rock Place, is hosting a free holiday event, Holiday Magic, on Saturday, November 20th, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., that features FREE photos with Santa, as well as many other free activities.
We're putting a... Read the whole entry...» UNC Charlotte's homecoming week is October 31st through November 7th, and Niner Nation Week combines homecoming and Family Weekend events with new gatherings for the whole Charlotte community. Learn about all the many Niner Nation Week... Read the whole entry...» NOTE:The contest has ended and we've heard back from all the winners, who will be receiving the tickets in the mail very soon! Congratulations Brooke E., Porscha B., Mandi B., Logan P., Kara M., and Sam T.! Carolina Renaissance Festival... Read the whole entry...»
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 25th, 2021. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up...
Read the whole entry...» On Sunday, November 7th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Latin American Coalition, along with Levine Museum of the New South, is presenting the annual Día de Muertos celebration. This year it will be at Camp North End, 300 Camp Road,... Read the whole entry...» Photo:DepositphotosMany people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Charlotte area always affords several chances to do so. Performances are presented by youth and adult groups, and include both... Read the whole entry...» The first ever Drop Dead 5K will take place Saturday, November 6th, 2021, at 9 a.m., at Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery, 700 West 6th Street, Charlotte. The run will take place within the 70 acres of the historic cemeteries. You'll... Read the whole entry...» Save money on Carowinds Winterfest! Read on for the details, or go right to the discounts! Winterfest features: RidesCoca-Cola Polar PartyMusic performancesJack Frost's Igloo VillageHorse drawn carriagesHolly Jolly TrolleyReindeer...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. They are offering deals on a number of different kinds of suites, with discounts up to 59% off, with dates on and off... Read the whole entry...» Goodyear Arts is a program that sets up shop in underused buildings and offers artists residencies for two months. In addition to the studio space, the artists are paid a stipend. The artists'work often extends to alteration of the... Read the whole entry...»
South End Gallery Crawl is an arts event that takes place the first Friday of every month. Galleries stay open late to host receptions for new exhibits. Many exhibits are timed to open the first Friday of the month. The events often include...
Read the whole entry...» Catalyst Mercantile is hosting several holiday pop-up markets this season, in Mount Holly. This is a great chance to shop for unique gifts, or for yourself. Here's the schedule, but make sure to follow Catalyst Mercantile on Facebook for... Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCSpeedway Christmas is returning to Charlotte Motor Speedway for a twelfth year in 2021. It's included in our list of the best Christmas light displays in the Charlotte area. It will be taking place from... Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCFor a third year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is offering ice skating. There will be a brand new ice skating trail in the Upper Pond. The skating area has grown to over 24,000 square... Read the whole entry...» Mural by Cicada Studios in Downtown Concord. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLCArt Walk on Union is an all-day festival of art and music in Downtown Concord, on Saturday, November 13th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists and makers will be... Read the whole entry...» Dallas Lavender Lane Farm, at 937 Old Willis School Road, Dallas, is a family-owned farm in Gaston County. They grow lavender, and they make and sell lavender products, like lavender essential oil, lotion, linen spray, lavender honey and... Read the whole entry...» The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, is thanking those who have served in the U.S. Military with Military Appreciation Week. Learn about more Veterans Day events in the Charlotte area, including parades, festivals, and... Read the whole entry...» Billy Graham Library, at 4330 Westmont Drive, again presents its popular Christmas at the Library. This year, it will run from November 29th to December 23rd, 2021. Mondays through Thursdays, from 5 to 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, from 5 to 10...Read the whole entry...» Travel back in time at Pioneer Day on Saturday, November 6th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Camp T.N. Spencer Park, 3155 Foxford Drive, Concord. Tickets are $5. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. At this unique festival,... Read the whole entry...» USA Hockey's annual Kids Try Hockey for Free Day will take place on Saturday, November 6th, 2021. At 450 local hockey associations around the country, kids ages 4 to 9 will get out on the ice and get a free introduction to ice hockey. All... Read the whole entry...» Photo:Mace Publishing, LLCFor three weekends this fall, Downtown Belmont will be displaying Museum of the Moon, a touring art installation by artist Luke Jerram. The internally lit moon is almost 23 feet in diameter, and features detailed... Read the whole entry...»
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more.
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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 Menorah lightings, parties, and even a Menorah Car Parade. We are... Read the whole entry...» Photo courtesy of Bass Pro Shops and Cabela'sBass Pro Shops, at Concord Mills, and Cabela's, at 1000 Cabela Drive, Fort Mill, SC, are hosting Santa's Wonderland, with a FREE Santa experience from November 7th to December 24th,... Read the whole entry...» | 