| Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekNothing Bundt Cakes celebrates OREO’s 111th birthday with free OREO Cookies & Cream Bundtlets March 6Win $50 for Charlotte Warehouse Sale March 11-19Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival March 1130+ St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Charlotte 202321 Dog Parks in Charlotte -- what you need to know about each oneTarget Circle Week — big savings for one week March 5-11Easter Egg Hunts and Free Easter Bunny pictures in Charlotte – 2023Roostapalooza Monthly Artisan Festival at The Rooster in GastoniaSt. Paddy’s Day “Beer Choir” at Town Brewing Company: drink beer and sing!Front Porch Fest at Resident Culture South End March 25Calendar of Charlotte Trivia Nights — 75+ trivia nights a weekFree Live Professional Wrestling at Resident Culture Brewing Plaza Midwood, and more!Free Drop-In Dance Classes from Charlotte BalletMatthews Concert Band concert: March MadnessDay by day list of outdoor concerts in Charlotte (mostly free)Duck Donuts: Free half dozen Cinnamon Sugar when you order a Lucky Duck AssortmentCharlotte Art Museums, Galleries and Events — a calendarSpring Free for All at Hart Witzen Gallery March 10Free Spring Concert by Piedmont Prime Time Community Band: European Folk Songs March 12ShamRock and Roll Fest at Old Armor Beer Company (and more)21 Trending Deals on Amazon today, including Beats Headphone, outdoor speakers, Echo Dot, more…Red Clay Ciderworks: Fortune Friday tarot readings, trivia Thursdays, and drag bingo WednesdaysEaster Egg Hunt at Pritchard at South EndSXSE23 Music Festival at Protagonist Beer (South End), and more3-Day St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Primal Brewery Huntersville & Belmont (and more)Free and cheap live music events in Charlotte – day by day listPopup indoor markets at Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company in ConcordReuben Fest 2023 at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery“Where My Peeps At?” at Rea Farms — Easter Bunny pictures, Peep Hunt, outdoor movie March 25Wandering Witches Mystic Message Pop-Up at Gaston Pour House March 11Paddy Fest at Rí RaFree Easter Bunny pictures in 2023 at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’sWomen’s Stand-Up Comedy Class Graduation Night – a Beerly Funny ProductionSt. Patrick’s Day Irish dancers, green cocktails, and more at The Chamber by Wooden RobotGeneral Tire Redcrest Outdoor Sports Expo — free fishing expo in CharlotteHoli Celebration at Elon Rec CenterFront Porch Sunday returns to South End April 2Free outdoor movie in Waxhaw: Angels in the Outfield 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 • Photo courtesy of Nothing Bundt CakesNothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating OREO’s 111th birthday with a freebie for their customers. On Monday, March 6th, 2023, the first 111 guests at each bakery at 1:11 p.m. will get a free OREO Cookies & Cream Bundtlet. A Bundtlet is an individual sized Bundt Cake. Limit one per person. We have... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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. Read on to enter a contest to win a $50 gift certificate to the next sale! Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s “Spring is in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
After a hiatus of several years, the Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day and Festival are returning in 2023! The new organizer, the Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Committee, is a North Carolina non-profit, 501C3 corporation, and are working to make sure that the tradition continues for many years. Would you like to participate in the event... 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 • Head to Target for the return of its popular Target Circle Week for lots of savings on many popular categories. Photo: TargetFrom March 5th to 11th, 2023, Target Circle members enjoy the following deals: 20% off select skin care20% off select bedding & bath items20% off select swimwear for the family20% off select vitamins...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosIf you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2023 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We are putting together together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!) We are adding events as they’re added. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Rooster, at 334 W Main Avenue, Gastonia, hosts Roostapalooza Artisan Festival the 3rd Saturday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is currently scheduled from March to December, 2023. March 18April 15May 20June 17July 15August 19September 16October 21November 18Deceuber 16This event is a showcase of... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Town Brewing Company is one of Charlotte’s newer breweries, at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You’ll find Town Brewing’s upcoming events on their Facebook page. Coming UpSt. Paddy’s Day Beer Choir
Thursday, March 16th, 2023
7 p.m.
Free No... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Front Porch Sundays is on the move! Front Porch Fest will take place on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Resident Culture South End, 332 W Bland Street, Charlotte, NC. Check out a huge, day-by-day list of artist, artisan and vintage markets in the Charlotte area! Shop from 30 pop-ups, while also enjoying: Funky family...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 •
Resident Culture Brewing Company has two locations:
Plaza Midwood: 2101 Central Avenue, CharlotteSouth End: 332 W Bland Street, CharlotteThey often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. When you plan on an event, make sure to verify which location it’s at. Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Charlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. In all, there are 11 free classes a week. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks — a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County. These are drop-in classes. Except for the virtual classes, you... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Matthews Concert Band is a volunteer community band of professional and dedicated amateur musicians.
The band started in 2001 and now has around 60 members from all walks of life, who enjoy making music together each week. Its mission is to encourage lifelong participation in music. Its repertoire includes classic concert band standards,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
There’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. Many outdoor concert series have not been announced yet for 2023. We will update here... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Duck Donuts is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day a little early with this deal. When you purchase the Lucky Duck Assortment online, get a FREE Cinnamon Sugar Half Dozen. The deal is good through March 8th, 2023. You must order online to get the deal. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Charlotte, North Carolina, has a vibrant art culture. You can find visual art in museums, galleries, grass-roots exhibitions, and in murals all over the city. Visual artists often collaborate with musicians and dancers to create multi-media performances. Read on for a calendar of upcoming art events. By no means is this an exhaustive list, but... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Hart Witzen Gallery, at 2422 N. Tryon Street, is holding one of its biggest arts events of the year on Friday, March 10th, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Spring Free for All will feature work by a diverse and extensive group of artists. It’s free to attend. Both Hart Witzen studio artists and regional artists will be exhibiting... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosPiedmont Prime Time Community Band is an adult concert band in the Charlotte area, serving Cabarrus, North Mecklenburg, Rowan, and Iredell Counties, as well as the Lake Norman region. The Piedmont Prime Time Community Band is a performance oriented, non-profit 501c(3) organization comprised of volunteer musicians. The... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Old Armor Beer Company, at 211 West Avenue, Kannapolis, offers a wide variety of locally brewed, carefully crafted beers. Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries. The brewery supports veterans and first responders through its Pay It Forward Board. It allows anyone to give back to their favorite military branch or first... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Whether you’re shopping for a gift, 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
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Red Clay Ciderworks, at 245 Clanton Road, hosts plenty of events, many of which are free. Find them all on Red Clay’s Facebook page or website calendar. Coming UpFortune Friday
Friday, March 10th, 2023
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
$10 Want to see what the cards say about your future? Come by the tap room and explore the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Pritchard at South End, 1117 South Boulevard, is holding an Easter Egg Hunt for the community on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area. This is a free event. Pre-registration is requested but not required. The event includes: Bounce housesCrafts...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Protagonist is a nano-brewery and taproom for curious beer drinkers. It’s located in the heart of NoDa, at 3123 N. Davison Street. They have a new, second location in the South End at 227 Southside Drive. Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries. Protagonist hosts live music and other events. You can see upcoming... 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 •
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.
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Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company, 7285 West Winds Blvd NW in Concord, is part of a growing brewery scene in Cabarrus County.
They brew a variety of beers every month. Food is available from local restaurants and food trucks. Twenty-Six Acres is dog-friendly and kid-friendly. They host several weekly events like trivia and yoga and also... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road, hosts events throughout the year. Find them all on OMB’s Facebook page. Coming UpReuben Fest 2023
Friday, March 17th to Sunday, March 19th, 2023
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Free Live music and Reubens galore! Enjoy multiple variations of Reubens and Reuben-inspired dishes like... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Rea Farms is holding its annual Easter event, Where My Peeps At? , on Saturday, March 25th, 2023. Rea Farms is at 9855 Sandy Rock Place, Charlotte, NC. Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area. There are two parts to the event, Brunch with the Bunny, which has a charge and requires a ticket, and Where My... 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. Wandering Witches Mystic Messages Pop-Up
Saturday, March 11th, 2023
11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free (readings are $25) ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image: DepositphotosRí Ra Charlotte, at 208 North Tryon Street, is hosting Paddy Fest, a week-long St. Patrick’s Day celebration, including Irish music and dance, rugby watch parties, live music and food. Check out our big list of St. Patrick’s Day events around Charlotte! Here’s the schedule for Paddy Fest: March... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Courtesy of Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’sThe Easter Bunny is coming to Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops in 2023, and we’ve got the details! Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area. The Easter Bunny will be at both Bass Pro Shops at Concord Mills and Cabela’s in Fort Mill. Hours: ...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Beerly Funny is partnering with Charlotte Art League for a very special night as they celebrate the graduates of Charlotte’s inaugural Women’s Stand-Up Comedy Class: Crystal AbernathyCarla EastesRylie McConkeyKaren PorterKedre RocaKimberly SaundersAshley TourangeauJoy SurlesJoin us at the Charlotte Art League to hear...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Wooden Robot Brewery is an urban farmhouse craft brewery with two locations: The Brewery, 1440 South Tryon Street, Suite 110, 980-819-7875 (South End)The Chamber, 416 E 36th Street, 980-938-6200 (NoDa, steps from the 36th Street Station Light Rail stop)Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.
They often take part... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Credit: Major League FishingMajor League Fishing is hosting General Tire Redcrest Outdoor Sports Expo, a FREE, family-friendly expo in Charlotte. The expo will take place at The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, from March 10th to 12th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Credit: Major...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hosting two Holi events. Preparing for Holi — DIY Gulal on Saturday, March 4th, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m., at Stevens Creek Nature Center, 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina.Holi Celebration on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Elon Recreation Center, 11401...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Front Porch Sundays, a popular monthly vendor market, takes place the first Sunday of the month, from April to December, 2023. This season, it’s at Atherton, at 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte. Enjoy shopping from 70+ local vendors and artisans, as well as food trucks, coffee, and more. On December 4th, Santa will be at Front Porch... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Town of Waxhaw, North Carolina, is hosting Movie Night Under the Water Tank. On Friday, March 10th, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m., enjoy watching Angels in the Outfield. Waxhaw Kettle Corn will be selling popcorn and other treats. The event takes place at the Water Tower Community Corner, at 114 McDonald Street, Waxhaw, NC. Double-Check...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 