Three unique, amazing hikes within 90 minutes from CharlotteWednesday Night Live Feb 15: Improv comedy and free museum admissionFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend13 Mardi Gras celebrations in Charlotte in 2023, plus 7 places to get King CakeThe Independent Picture House’s Community Impact Film Series: My Ascension (free event)Fairy House Festival: Tickets on sale nowStudents: Buy one, get one free ticket Wednesdays at Independent Picture House (plus, free membership)Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekHow to find Girl Scout Cookies in the Charlotte area in 2023Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival returning in 2023Carowinds offering FREE Pre-K pass — 2023 passes now availableHorton to Hip Hop — program at Cedar Grove and Torance House & StoreGalentine’s Day at Charlotte Museum of History — Pay What You Wish50 Black History Month events in Charlotte 2023St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Charlotte 2023People of the World Celebration with International House: Guatemala Feb 15Bands Announced For Green River Revival — St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Whitewater CenterCalendar of Charlotte Trivia Nights — 75+ trivia nights a weekSave 20% at The Market at 7th Street on Wednesdays with Apple PayMatthews Concert Band concert: March MadnessArtBreak at Mint Museum Uptown Feb 16 — free guided 30-minute lunchtime tourFree concerts with Davidson College Music DepartmentWeekly pup social, trivia and music bingo at Percent Tap House in Harrisburg (and more)Free Charlotte Pride Band concert March 18Nothing Bundt Cakes celebrates OREO’s 111th birthday with free OREO Cookies & Cream Bundtlets March 6Barti Gras at Bart’s Mart Feb 1810 Free paper shredding events in the Charlotte area in 2023
40 Acre Rock. Photo: Jim Ogden Now more than ever, it’s important to get outside. Connect with nature, get exercise, see something beautiful. If you maintain healthy space between you and other people, there’s nothing wrong with going for a hike. In fact, it might be the healthiest (physically and mentally) thing you can do for... 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 • Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap things to do from Friday to Sunday (or Monday if it’s a holiday weekend.) You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosNo matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there’s a party for you in the Charlotte area in 2023. Here’s a list of events that are free or cheap to attend. Drinks are on you, but you can expect to find some drink specials at many of these events. Some of these are family events and some are fo radults. ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, has launched its Community Impact Film Series, focused on timely issues and concerns that impact the people of Charlotte. It’s partnering with educators, non-profit organizations, and community groups to spark dialogue through the power of film. The first film in the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Fairy House Festival, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation’s extremely popular February festival, is returning as an in-person event on February 25th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Advance tickets are required, and are $7 for ages 5 and up. It’s free for children ages 4 and under. Tickets are on sale now. Photo: Mace...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCMemberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, and they gain you benefits as well. With a membership, you’ll get $3 off... 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 •
Worried about getting your Thin Mint or Samoa fix? The Girl Scouts have you covered.
When Is Girl Scout Cookie Season?Girl Scout cookies are available in the Charlotte area now! Girl Scout Cookie season has started (as of January 16th, 2023) for the Hornet’s Nest Council, which covers the Charlotte area. If you know a Girl Scout,... 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 • Photo courtesy of Carowinds
Carowinds is now offering a free Pre-K pass for kids age 3-5. You just need to register online, and your child can visit Carowinds for free though the whole 2023 season.
Kids with a Pre-K pass can enjoy unlimited visits to Carowinds and Carolina Harbor Waterpark. Your child just has to be 3, 4, or 5 years old when... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Hugh Torance House and Store, at 8231 Gilead Road, Huntersville, is one of Mecklenburg County’s only surviving 18th century structures, and is North Carolina’s oldest surviving store. The building was the home of Hugh and Isabella Torance. The log cabin was first built in 1780, with additions built through the early 1800s. The... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • At Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC, the third Thursday of the month is Date Night at the Museum. It’s open late, 6 to 8 p.m., and admission is “pay what you wish.” There are additional activities at the museum on these evenings, and historic homesite tours are available for $5.
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Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout the Charlotte area with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures, film, and much more.
We’re putting together a list of some of the special events taking place in Charlotte for Black History Month in 2023, as well as a couple of places that have... 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 • Image: DepositphotosInternational House, in partnership with Common Market, is celebrating the cultures of Charlotte’s foreign-born and foreign-rooted neighbors and communities. The events take place at Common Market Plaza Midwood, 2007 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, NC. They are free events. They take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of U.S. National Whitewater CenterThe U.S. National Whitewater Center is planning Green River Revival on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, from 9 p.m. until 5 p.m. Green River Revival is one of Charlotte’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day events, featuring the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run, live music, yoga, and a green river. ... 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 •
The Market at 7th Street, at 224 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, is a great place to stop for a meal, a snack, or even a little shopping. On Wednesdays, save 20% on every purchase except alcohol and gift cards when you pay with Apple Pay. Wednesday hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., but individual vendor hours might vary. This promotion was announced... 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 • Mint Museum Uptown. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCEach month, one of the museums that’s a part of Levine Center for the Arts presents ArtBreak, a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience some art. Levine Center for the Arts Museums are: Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Davidson College Symphony Orchestra. Photo courtesy of Davidson College Music DepartmentDavidson College’s Music Department presents many concerts throughout the year. Some feature student groups, like the jazz ensemble or Davidson Chorale, some feature faculty members and some feature guest performers. You can see the whole calendar... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Percent Tap House, 4250 Main Street, Harrisburg, holds some regularly scheduled events. Look for more events on their Facebook page. Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries. Upcoming EventsNerds & Pizza Game Night
Monday, February 20th, 2023
6 to 9 p.m.
Free Free pizza, board games, card games, retro... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Charlotte Pride Band is returning to the concert stage in a free concert, Journey, on Saturday, March 18th, 2023, 7 p.m., at the Parr Center Theater of CPCC, 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC. Learn all about the various community bands, orchestras and choirs in Charlotte, and how you can participate.
Led by Artistic Director, John... 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 • Bart’s Mart is a beer and wine bottle shop at 3042 Eastway Crossing. They also hold events of various kinds…
Bart’s Mart is hosting Barti Gras on Saturday, February 18th, 2023, from 7 to 11 p.m. There will be a King Cake eating contest, prizes, giveaways and more at this Mardi Gras party. Learn about more Mardi Gras... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information. Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 