Military Appreciation Week at North Carolina Zoo — free admission for military Nov 7-13Amazon is celebrating Alexa’s birthday with amazing deals on its tech products this weekBig discounts for Impractical Jokers, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Nutcracker, Disney Jr., W.A.S.P., and more…Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekendFree tickets to Best of Charlotte Bridal Show Nov 6Grand opening of Morelia Gourmet Paletas in Birkdale Village — free PaletasSalute to Veterans Parade in Uptown Charlotte Nov 5Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade Nov 23Veterans Day 2022 in Charlotte: food freebies and deals for veterans, plus a list of ceremonies and other Veterans Day eventsFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekThumbs, a mystery comedy thriller at VAPA Center, including pay-what-you-can nightWednesday Night Live — free museum admission and free program “The History of Bluegrass”Where to Order Thanksgiving dinner to go in 2022 (and pies!) in Charlotte– restaurants, grocery stores and catering companiesDay of the Dead celebration at Camp North End Nov 5Santa arrives at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Nov 5 — free pictures through Dec 24Charlotte Concert Band presents free Tribute to Veterans concert on November 5Free Carolina Christmas Mini Sessions with LaLa PhotographyCoffee at the Creek at Stevens Creek Nature Center — try axe throwing, fort building, and many more outdoor activitiesVeterans Salute 5K/10K and fun run in ConcordDay of the Dead Celebration at Gaston County MuseumFall Craft Festival at St. Stephen United Methodist Church2nd Annual Oakhurst Fall FestivalWinner announced for 4 tickets to Carolina Renaissance Festival (contest #9)VAPA First Saturday Open StudiosEpicFest Literary Festival For Kids Of All Ages Nov 5Free concerts with Davidson College Music DepartmentDay of the Dead celebrations in Charlotte 2022Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture: Art After Dark, and more…Walgreens offering 20% discount to military personnel and families Veterans Day WeekendBoHoHo Holiday Kick-off with Santa and AlpacasCharlotte restaurants open for dine-in for Thanksgiving 2022Drop Dead 5K at Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery — with free tours for everyoneFree YMCA Pop-Up Fitness Classes on the Green at Prosperity VillageKids Try Hockey For Free Day at Extreme Ice Center Nov 5Indian Trail Car Show and Toy Drive Nov 5Get totally free Doritos Locos Tacos reward from Taco Bell because of stolen base in World Series
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 ceremonies. There is also a list of special freebies for veterans and military members. From Monday,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Amazon is celebrating Alexa’s 8th birthday with a big sale on many of its most popular devices. If you’ve wanted to upgrade your smart home devices, get a new TV, or get a new Kindle, this is the time to do it. The sale is through November 7th, 2022. amazon pageThe prices and discounts can vary throughout the week and day, but at... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Don’t pay full price for concerts if you don’t have to! We will update this page as frequently as we can, but there will still be times when you events on this page have sold out, or the discount is no longer available, or the event is over. We also include tickets for sports events, when there’s a discount. Please note... 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 •
Best of Charlotte Bridal Show is taking place on November 6th, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Lenny Boy Brewing, 3000 S Tryon Street, Charlotte. Tickets are $5, but if you use the promo code charlotteonthecheap tickets are free. This event features unique wedding and event vendors, interactive experiences, food and drinks. Double-Check Before...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Morelia Gourmet Paletas, also known as Paletas Morelia, is a gourmet Mexican popsicle shop from Miami, known for its fresh ingredients and extensive menu. Paletas Morelia is at 1425 Winnifred Street #104 in Charlotte. This is next to Wooden Robot in the South End. A NEW location is opening at Birkdale Village, 16940 Birkdale Commons Parkway,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo provided by Carolinas Freedom FoundationCharlotte’s annual Salute to Veteran Parade will be in Uptown Charlotte on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, at 11 a.m. More than 2,000 participants will gather to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Learn about more Veterans Day events in the Charlotte area,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Patrick Schneider for Charlotte Center City PartnersNovant Health Thanksgiving Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. It will end around 8 p.m. For the second year it will be taking place on Thanksgiving Eve, rather than on Thanksgiving morning. This change to a nighttime parade was introduced for the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Many businesses thank veterans and active military members by offering them a free meal or other gift on Veterans Day, which is Friday, November 11th, 2022. If you’re a member of the military, please check out this list, and see if there’s a deal that you might be able to take advantage of.
If you’re not a military member,... 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 •
Update: The October 19th to 22nd shows have been canceled, but the run has been extended, with shows added on November 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2022. The show on November 2nd is “pay what you can” night. Thumbs, a mystery comedy thriller by Rupert Homes, is full of twists and turns, taking the audience on a fun-filled,... 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 •
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Thanksgiving dinner to go from a grocery store or restaurant. Every year we put together a list of grocery stores and restaurants where you can order your meal ahead of time. In some cases they come “ready to cook” or... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
On Saturday, November 5th, 2022, 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. Like last year, the event will be at Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC. Admission is free, and there’s lots of free parking at Camp North End.... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • 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 5th to December 24th, 2022. We are putting together a huge list of places in the Charlotte area to get free pictures... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Charlotte Concert Band is a volunteer community band of professional and dedicated amateur musicians in Charlotte. Charlotte Concert Band will be presenting Tribute to Veterans on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, at 4 p.m., at Indian Land High School, 6100 Charlotte Highway, Lancaster, South Carolina. Learn about more Veterans Day events in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Carolina Christmas Mini Sessions
LaLa Photography is offering FREE Carolina Christmas mini-sessions at its studio at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. This is a fantastic, low-priced way to get a picture for your family Christmas card! These will be 10 minute sessions and will include one FREE digital image. More will be... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Stevens Creek Nature Center is holding its 2nd Annual Coffee at the Creek on Saturday, November 12th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are $5 and are limited. The event gives you a chance to sample a variety of nature-based recreation activities, while enjoying a breakfast treat, along with coffee or hot cocoa, which are included in the... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • The Veterans Salute 5K/10K and Fun Run takes place in Downtown Concord on November 5th, 2022. The 5K begins at 9 a.m. and the 10K begins at 9:15 a.m. The 1-mile Fun Run is from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Learn about more Veterans Day events in the Charlotte area, including parades, festivals, and ceremonies. There is also a list of special freebies... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Illustration: DepositphotosGaston County Museum, 131 Main Street, Dallas, is hosting a Day of the Dead Celebration on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This family-friendly celebration is free to attend. Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
St. Stephen Methodist Church, at 6800 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC, is holding its 26th Annual Fall Craft Festival on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out a huge, day-by-day list of artist, artisan and vintage markets in the Charlotte area! Shop from over 40 vendors. There’s no admission cost. Barbecue will be... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Oakhurst on Monroe, a shopping center at 4701 Monroe Road, Charlotte, is holding its second annual Fall Festival on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The festival and parking are free. Attendees will receive a goodie bag, plus a chance to win big prizes with hourly giveaways. Fall is looking great around Charlotte,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • UPDATE: The 9th contest has ended and Jewels has won 4 tickets! Jewels, I’ve emailed you, so make sure to check your inbox and junk folder. The previous winners were: Juan D. on September 5th (4 tickets)Linda P. on September 13th (4 tickets)Kelly M. on September 19th (8 tickets)McKenzie T. on September 26th (8 tickets)Tina M. on...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • VAPA is a non-profit organization formed in 2021 by ten arts organizations in Charlotte to create a space for artists to create, perform, and exhibit their work.
The space, the VAPA Center, opened at 700 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, in March of 2022. The VAPA Center is hosting a wide range of arts events. You can find them listed on their... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
EpicFest is a literary festival designed to connect families, children and teens to the library while strengthening the love of reading.
Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! It takes place November 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at ImaginOn, 300 E. 7th Street. ... 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 • Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for their friends and family members who have passed away. The holiday features altars to loved ones and brightly painted sugar skulls. Read on to learn about Day of the Dead celebrations, festivals and workshops throughout... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Mace Publishing, LLCThe Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to our art and culture by African and African-American people. It features changing exhibits, and frequently hosts low-priced arts events for the community, giving them a... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosWalgreens is offering a special military discount on for Veterans Day, 2022. The offer is valid for veterans, military and their families from November 11th to 14th, 2022, with myWalgreens membership and proof of service. In-store offer only. Valid in Walgreens or Duane Reade stores. Discount not valid on: alcohol,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Good Karma Ranch Alpacas and Abide-A-While Acres are teaming up to bring you a fun and festive kick-off to the holiday season. BoHoHo Holiday Kick-Off will take place on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Abide-A-While Acres, 5483 Old Plank Road, Iron Station, NC. Iron Station is about 28 miles to the northwest of... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
If cooking dinner doesn’t sound like a holiday to you, here’s a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24th, 2022. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away.
There are a few takeout options included in this... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The second annual Drop Dead 5K will take place Saturday, November 5th, 2022, 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 run past the final resting places of many familiar Charlotte names, including Belk, Ivey, Morrison... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Keith Family YMCA instructors are leading FREE fitness classes on The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossings Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. Check out a big list of free fitness events in the Charlotte area! These free classes were announced on Prosperity Village Area Association’s Facebook page, and that would be a good... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Extreme Ice Center, 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail, is hosting Kids Try Hockey For Free Day on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, at 12 p.m. This event is a chance for kids age 4 to 9 to try out ice hockey. No experience is needed. Equipment is provided. Trained coaches will help them try hockey in a fun, safe environment. Find all... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Town of Indian Trail, along with Carolina Cruzin4Jeeps and The Wrecking Crew Mustang Club, are hosting their first annual Car Show and Toy Drive. It will take place on Saturday, November 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside of Indian Trail Town Hall, 315 Matthews Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail, North Carolina. This is a free... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • UPDATE: The Taco reward is in effect! Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies stole a base in game 1 on October 28th, 2022! You have 10 days from that date to become a Taco Bell Rewards Member and claim your prize! Taco Bell is holding the 11th annual Steal a Base, Steal a Taco promotion during the 2022 World Series. There’s a little... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 