| National Donut Day 2022 — where to get free donutsFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekendThree nights of fireworks at Carowinds. Get big discounts on Carowinds tickets, including two days for $77 (total)Wendy’s: Free breakfast sandwich on National Egg Day June 39 Summer Break kickoff celebrations with Charlotte Mecklenburg LibrarySam’s Club Membership: $14.99 (includes $10 Sam’s Club E-Gift Card)6 Food Truck Fridays this week — where to find 20+ of your favorite food trucksWin $50 for Charlotte Warehouse SaleDrive-in movies near Charlotte — what to see this weekendEatBlkCharlotte Restaurant Week and Food & Culture FestivalJuneteenth celebrations with Mecklenburg County Park and RecreationFirst Friday Gallery Crawl in South End June 317 Juneteenth celebrations in Charlotte area in 2022Jammin’ By the Tracks Concert Series in WaxhawMyers Park Summer Series — free chamber music concerts at Myers Park Presbyterian ChurchThis Weekend at Camp North End: live music, moreGaston All American Fair June 3-12, including Catfish Races (learn about discount days)Family Dance Party with 107.9’s Ramona HollowayHavana Night in the Boileryard at Camp North End June 4Gastonia Concert SeriesKids’ tickets $5 all summer for train travel with N.C. By Train2nd Friday Street Festival in Cornelius — Kids Fest June 10Juneteenth Celebration, with live music and vendors, at NoDa Brewing Co.River Jam at U.S. National Whitewater Center — here’s the whole scheduleFree museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customersBig list of Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations, including SkyShow, for 2022Jam at the Dam and Boathouse’s one-year anniversary celebrationBlack Food Truck Friday June 3Birkdale Buds — free preschool kids’ activities at Birkdale VillageBirkdale Village 4th of July Celebration includes bike parade, fire truck “wet down,” and block partyLive Under the Oaks free concert series at Birkdale VillageBe Well Birkdale — free yoga classes at Birkdale Village Friday, June 3rd, 2022, is National Donut Day. And, of course you can celebrate with free donuts and some special donut deals. Read on for some special offers from both national chains and local donut shops. 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!... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, 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 more. We focus on free and cheap events,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of CarowindsSave money at Carowinds with these exclusive discounts! Carowinds is in full swing for the summer and one highlight is the 4th of July. Carowinds will be presenting a nighttime fireworks spectacular at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2nd, Sunday, July 3rd, and Monday, July 4th, 2022. The display will be accompanied by... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Wendy’s fans, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll add current deals as they’re announced. And, if you’re a regular, join the chain’s loyalty program Wendy’s Rewards for FREE food and exclusive discounts. Many of Wendy’s deals are available only on the app. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Summer Break program encourages kids, teens and adults to read and stay active over the summer. Everyone who signs up receives a coupon for a Wendy’s Jr. Frosty, and participants who complete the program will receive a prizes. Read all about the Summer Break program and 4 other summer reading programs.... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
If you have never shopped Sam’s Club, now is a good time to start (read on for a special deal!) Part of Walmart, Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club. I just came across a fantastic deal for a Sam’s Club membership! $14.99 for a year’s membership, and that includes a $10 eGift card. So, you’re really paying... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor... 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 sale! Charlotte Warehouse Sale’s June sale event takes... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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 Shelby, is not open for the season yet. In addition to those three, there are often pop-up... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The 2nd annual EatBlkCharlotte Food and Culture Festival takes place Saturday, June 11th, 2022, from 12 to 4 p.m., at 835 Gesco Street, Charlotte. Enjoy food trucks, vendors, music and fun. Admission is free. Just pay for your food. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. Donations accepted. Look for updates on the ... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image: DepositphotosMecklenburg County Park and Recreation is offering up several Juneteenth celebrations and activities at local recreation centers and a senior center. Most of these events are for those age 55+. Learn about other Juneteenth celebrations in the Charlotte area! Juneteenth marks the day when the last enslaved African... 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.
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Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States. It marks the day, June 19th, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African-Americans in Texas. It took more than two years for word of freedom to get to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Town of Waxhaw is once again planning Jammin’ by the Tracks, a summer concert series. Do you love outdoor concerts? They’re not just for summer! Make sure to check out HUGE day-by-day list of outdoor concerts around Charlotte. Most are free. The concerts take place the first and third Fridays of the month from June to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Myers Park Summer Series is a free chamber music series at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, 2501 Oxford Place, Charlotte, in May and June, 2022. The six concerts take place at 7 p.m.: Charlotte Piano Trio 3rd Anniversary Concert
Monday, May 16th, 2022
The Charlotte Piano Trio will revisit the first piece it ever performed three years... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Camp North End, at 1824 Statesville Avenue, is a great destination year round. It hosts entertainment, art, food, music, and more. To see what’s coming up, go to Camp North End’s Facebook page. If you haven’t visited Camp North End yet, you might be interested in: A self-guided art walking tour of Camp North EndA look at...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Gaston All American Fair brings rides, carnival games, contests, music, and more to Eastridge Mall, 246 N. New Hope Road, Gastonia, from June 3rd to 12th, 2022.
Admission to the fair is free. Some attractions will have a fee. Armbands are $25 and will allow the wearer to ride unlimited rides for one day. Tickets are $1.25 each, and the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Bring the kids to the Family Dance Party at Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, June 11th, 2022, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! Join MIX 107.9’s Ramona Holloway for this event, which will raise money for the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Celebrate Cuba’s rich culture at Havana Night on Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 5 to 10 p.m. It takes place in the Boileryard at Camp North End. 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, is the official address of Camp North End, but the parking lot at 1824 Statesville Avenue is the closest one to the Boileryard. There is a lot of parking (all free)... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The City of Gastonia’s Summer Concert Series is returning in 2022. The concerts will be free and will take place at Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South Street, Gastonia. The concerts will take place two Fridays a month on May to July, 2022. There will be bonus concert on a Saturday in October. Do you love outdoor concerts?... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Ready for summer adventures with the family? Consider going by train! From June 1st to August 31st, 2022, kids ages 2-12 can travel for $5, each way, with the purchase of a regularly priced adult ticket on N.C. By Train. If you’re traveling to Raleigh or Durham, make sure to check out Triangle on the Cheap! Photo: DepositphotosThe... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Head to Cornelius on the 2nd Friday of the month for the 2nd Friday Street Festival. It takes place at Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. It’s free to attend. On June 10th, 2022, the 2nd Friday Street Festival has a focus on children, with Kids Fest. There will be an inflatable village, interactive art... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • NoDa Brewing Company, at 2921 N. Tryon St., hosts many free events. Check out NoDa Brewing Company’s Facebook page for information on events like: TriviaBeer releasesRun clubLive musicYou Drink We Donate FundraisersNoDa Hop YogaMoreHere are a few highlighted events (and scroll down for a huge list of events taking place... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing LLC The U.S. National Whitewater River Center’s popular River Jams are free concerts take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening in the warm months. They take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May to September, 2022. The music will go from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The schedule might be a... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free. Learn about free days at Charlotte museums. These are the museums that are participating. Mint Museum UptownMint Museum RandolphBechtler Museum of Modern ArtLevine Museum of the New SouthHarvey B. Gantt Center for...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • photo: DepositphotosCharlotte’s biggest 4th of July celebrations are back in 2022! Here’s a list of fireworks displays, plus parades, celebrations and more. Notably, WBT SkyShow is back! Not to mention the U.S. National Whitewater Center 4th of July Celebration, Carowinds’ Celebrate America Fireworks Show, parades and more!... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation works to ensure clean, plentiful water in the Catawba River Basin through advocacy and education. Learn more about what they do and how you can be involved. The organization is offering a growing number of opportunities to kayak, included kayak rentals, guided tours, and kids’ programs. Read on to learn... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Black Food Truck Friday is a way to show some support to Black-owned food trucks, artists, retail vendors and more, while enjoying some of the best food in Charlotte.
Follow the Black Food Truck Friday Facebook group for updates, or follow BBOC on Eventbrite. Upcoming Black Food Truck FridaysFirst and third Friday of month, at West... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from June 8th to October 26th, 2022. The event takes place in The Grove, and may include face painting, storytelling, magicians, arts and crafts and more. Find all the best (and cheapest)... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Village’s 4th of July Celebration is back for 2022 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 • Birkdale Village is hosting an outdoor music series, Live Under the Oaks, on Fridays from June 10th to October 28th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free concert series. Birkdale Village is at Birkdale Commons Parkway and Sam Furr Road, Huntersville. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks Cafe. Please bring your... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Birkdale Village is hosting a community yoga series, Be Well Birkdale, on Tuesdays from June 7th to October 25th, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please check in at 5:45 p.m. The class will take place under The Willow Oaks in The Grove. Please bring a mat. You’ll receive access to a virtual punch card during your first class and if you come to 4... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 