| 4th of July Week Food Freebies & DealsBig list of Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations, including SkyShow, for 2023 (with a map)SkyShow — Charlotte’s 4th of July fireworks celebration following Knights game (tickets on sale now)Cook Out Summer Shootout & fireworks – Dads with 3 or more kids get in free July 3Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week5 National Fried Chicken Day Deals July 6Shriners International 4th of July Parade and Cruise-InEarly Prime Day Deals from Amazon – tablets, smart TVs, Ring Doorbell, more…Free Krispy Kreme doughnut if you wear red, white and blue on July 4Caribou Coffee: $3 iced mochas all JulyFirst Friday Gallery Crawl in South End July 7IKEA Tent Sale July 1-9Fireworks and Field of Flags at Lowe’s YMCA in MooresvilleWhere to swim, splash and take swim lessons in CharlotteHarrisburg 4th of July CelebrationFun in the Sun at Rosedale Nature Park in HuntersvilleTega Cay’s 4th of July Celebration — fireworks, boat parade, land parade, ski show, moreRed White & BOOM! returns to Old Town Rock Hill in 2023Get free chicken sandwich at Popeyes for 10 days13th Annual Charlotte Black Film Festival July 6-94th of July Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center will not include fireworksFood Trucks and outdoor movie night at The Green at Prosperity Village July 8Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration — fireworks, cannons, music, moreFreddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Cone or dish for $1 donationBaxter Village / Fort Mill’s 4th of July ParadeDay-by-day list of outdoor movies in Charlotte in 2023Birkdale Village 4th of July Celebration includes bike parade, fire truck “wet down,” and block partyDay by day list of outdoor concerts in Charlotte (more added!)4th of July Celebration, with Hot Dog Eating Contest, at Cabarrus Brewing Company, more Photo: Depositphotos As you plan your 4th of July festivities in Charlotte, keep in mind these restaurant freebies and deals. Most specify “participating locations” so you might want to call ahead and verify before setting out. Also, scroll down for many more food deals. 4th of July Food Freebies and DealsThese deals are for... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • photo: DepositphotosWondering where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Charlotte, NC in 2023? Here’s the answer for you! Charlotte’s biggest 4th of July celebrations will be back in 2023! Here’s a list of fireworks displays, plus parades, celebrations and more. Notably, WBT SkyShow is back, as it was for 2022. Not to mention... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Learn about all the 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Charlotte area. SkyShow is returning to Charlotte for 2023! This 4th of July fireworks show will take place in Truist Field, after a baseball game pitting the Charlotte Knights against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. The game starts at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Cook Out Summer Shootout is back at Charlotte Motor Speedway this summer! This race series provides plenty of good family-friendly entertainment at family-friendly prices — $5 for adults on Mondays, $10 for adults on Tuesdays, and free for kids 12 and under. Purchase tickets at the gate. Charlotte Motor Speedway is at 5555 Concord... 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 • Thursday, July 6, 2023, is National Fried Chicken Day. Read on for a few deals for the special day. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day. Bossy Beulah’s Chicken ShackPhoto courtesy of Bossy Beulah’s... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Shriners International Imperial Session is presenting a 4th of July Parade on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. It takes place at xMax Dragway, 6579 Bruton Smith Blvd, Concord, NC. Prior to the parade there will be a cruise-in, with cars, motorcycles, music and food trucks. The cruise-in will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at zMax Dragway. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Amazon Prime Day will take place July 11 and 12, 2023. Note: You can try Amazon Prime for free, for 30 days. If you’re going to try it, this is the time! You can cancel whenever you want. Amazon Prime Day is a bit like Black Friday in July. For two days only, Amazon will offer tremendous savings on TVs, smart home, kitchen, grocery,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Krispy Kreme is helping with your 4th of July celebration with a special freebie, plus an all-new “Stars & Stripes” doughnut collection. Read on for all the details, a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations, and for a big list of other food deals. Also, check out more 4th of July food freebies and deals! Check out a huge... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Caribou CoffeeCaribou Coffee is offering medium iced mochas for just $3 every day in July, after 12 p.m. This offer is only for Caribou Perks members. In order to take advantage of the deal: Join Caribou PerksDownload the Caribou Coffee appOrder a medium iced mocha after noonWe have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 live music, food, and beer or wine. The events are free to attend.
Hours for the different venues... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCIKEA Charlotte, 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, is a destination for both locals and visitors to the Queen City, with many people traveling from afar for the deals. Check out our guide to visiting IKEA Charlotte. For 9 days, there will be an additional reason to visit. From July 1 to July 9, 2023, IKEA... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe V. Knox Ave, in Mooresville, will present its annual fireworks display on Monday, July 3rd, 2023, part of a Summer Celebration from 6 to 10 p.m. The Field of Flags will be on the front lawn of the YMCA from July 2nd to 5th, 2023, and you’re welcome to visit day or night. Each flag will have a tag with the name... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Cool off this summer with this list of places to swim and splash in the Charlotte area summer of 2023. Read on to learn about indoor and outdoor places to swim in the Charlotte area. We’re focusing on pools and spraygrounds in Charlotte, as well as some other unique outdoor swimming areas that are worth the drive. You might want to also... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Harrisburg is a small town that celebrates the 4th of July in a big way. The town puts on a big parade and a two-day festival. That means two days of rides, fun and music, and two nights of fireworks. The festival is free to attend. Ride tickets will be available for purchase. The headliners have been announced for the 2023 festival: Sister... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Huntersville Parks & Recreation is hosting Fun in the Sun at Rosedale Nature Park, 9519 Rosewood Meadow Lane, Huntersville, NC, on Monday, July 3, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At this free event, enjoy yard games, crafts, prizes and (maybe) ice cream. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Tega Cay, South Carolina, is celebrating the 4th of July from Saturday, July 1, to Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The festivities will include a ski show, land parade, concert, and fireworks. Admission is free. Make sure to follow the above link for all details.
Saturday, July 1“Let Freedom Ring” Independence Day Concert is at 6 p.m.... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Rock Hill, South Carolina’s very popular 4th of July festival, Red, White and BOOM! returns in 2023. Check out a huge list of 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations in the Charlotte area. The free festival, which takes place around the intersection of Main Street and Hampton Street in Old Town Rock Hill, will take place... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Just in time for National Fried Chicken Day, Popeyes is offering FREE chicken sandwiches. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day. Photo: PopeyesFrom June 29 to July 9, 2023, buy a chicken sandwich combo at Popeyes... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Charlotte Black Film Festival is back for its 13th year. It takes place from July 6 to 9, 2023, at Hilton Charlotte University Place, 8629 J M Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC. The festival features 100 films, workshop, after parties, Actors Idol, industry panels and more. Following the in-person festival, 100 films will be available to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCThe U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is hosting what will be one of Charlotte’s most popular 4th of July festivals again this year. Taking place Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, the festival will two days of yoga and live music. ] It was announced tonight (June... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossing, is part of the City of Charlotte’s initiative to construct 250 place-making projects across the city. The Green is an open space provided by the City of Charlotte. Programming and activities are organized by the Prosperity Village Area Association. The best ways to keep up on events... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Town of Fort Mill, South Carolina, is celebrating Independence Day with a celebration on Monday, July 3, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration takes place at Fort Mill Amphitheater at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street. Check out a huge list of 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating Independence Day with a week-long deal with charity partner Fields of Honor. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day. The Folds of Honor Foundation provides... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Baxter Village is once again hosting their very popular July 4th Parade. The parade will take place Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. Check out a huge list of 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations in the Charlotte area. If you’d like to participate in the parade you can, whether you have a decorated vehicle, classic car,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: depositphotosOutdoor movies and drive-in movies are very popular in spring, summer, and fall. Many of these outdoor movies are free. You’re encouraged to bring a blanket or chair. The list will grow during the warmer months, so keep checking back. At many of these events, there will be food trucks and beverage vendors... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Village’s 4th of July Celebration is back for 2023 and it offers families a great time, with bike decorating, a bike parade, and entertainment. This event is one of many on the list of Charlotte’s Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations. Maybe most importantly, the Birkdale Village’s 4th of July wet down with the fire... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosThere’s no shortage of outdoor concerts in the warmer months in Charlotte, and there’s really no better way to spend a nice evening. We’ve put together a huge list of outdoor concerts, mostly free, throughout the whole Charlotte area. After the descriptions of the concerts, which is organized by area, ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 McGill Ave NW in Concord, is Concord’s first full-scale production brewery. It’s open seven days a week. It also hosts live music (and more) to go along with the craft beer, usually on Fridays and Saturdays. Find all events on their Facebook page or their website calendar. Check out a huge calendar... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • |
