| Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekNational Frozen Yogurt Day deals Feb 6Arts at the Abbey — free concert at Belmont Abbey’s Basilica: Guitarist Sal ContrinoTake a Shelter Dog on a StaycationHow To Find a Lost Dog Rail Trail Lights in South End through Feb 19Popbar: Grand Re-Opening with Special Valentine’s Treats and Freebie in NoDa Feb 145 Cat Cafes in Charlotte AreaCelebrate Valentine’s Day 2023 in Charlotte — dates, gifts, food deals, more…Valentine’s Day Gifts in Charlotte — shop for truly local, unique giftsValentine’s Day Dinner Deals in Charlotte — eat out or at homeCarowinds is staying open this winter — grab discount Carowinds ticketsHow to See Picasso exhibit at Mint Museum Uptown at a Discount or for FreeSuper Bowl Parties, Take-Home Deals and More for 2023North Carolina Black History Reading List50 Black History Month events in Charlotte 2023Pay What You Can to Matthews Playhouse’s “Seussical” Feb 25Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20Disco Groove party at Town Brewing Company, moreChocolate Festival at Epiphany Lutheran Church in Rock Hill Feb 11Subway: buy-one-get-one free Footlong subMardi Gras Parties at Primal Brewery Huntersville & Belmont (and more)Valentine’s Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens with UNC Charlotte Botanical GardensUniversity City Regional Library’s 30th Anniversary CelebrationPints and Puppies Pregame at The Chamber by Wooden Robot (and more)The Laff Hous Comedy Show — Super Bowl Valentine’s EditionCharlotte Jewish Film Festival Feb 4-26Empanada Fest at Camp North End April 8Valentine’s Day Special & Split Flipper Tournament at Super Abari Bar 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 • Monday, February 6th, 2023, is National Frozen Yogurt Day. Read on to learn about some of the special deals to satisfy your sweet tooth. You might also be interested in our big list of other food and drink deals in the Charlotte area. TCBY
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Belmont Abbey College presents concerts at the beautiful Abbey Basilica, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd. Belmont. Each of these concerts is free for all, but donations are accepted. The college is off exit 26 from I-85, and very close to Charlotte in nearby Gaston County.
All concerts are at 8 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. The concerts will be... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Visit the Rail Trail from February 3rd to 19th, 2023, and experience Rail Trail Lights, six never-before-seen interactive light installations. It’s a .7 mile walk to see all six installations. See addresses below. Also, scroll down for an interative Google map of the installations. Installations on Rail Trail LightsDescriptions... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Popbar has two locations in the Charlotte area: NoDa: 3123 N Davidson Street, CharlotteCamp North End: 270 Camp Road, CharlotteIf you haven’t tried Popbar yet, you’re in for a treat! Choose your flavor of gelato, your coating (aka dip), and your toppings (aka poppings), and walk away with it all on a stick. Popbar had... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Image: DepositphotosIf you’re planning for Valentine’s Day in Charlotte, check out our growing list of Valentine’s Day parties, markets, and gatherings of all kind. We’re not forgetting those among us who don’t have a romantic partner. Many of these ideas are perfect for enjoy with a friend, with family, or on... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Looking for a Valentine’s Day gift but want to avoid the mad dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating the Queen City. While you’re here, check out: Best restaurants and at-home meals for Valentine’s Day...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: DepositphotosLooking for a restaurant for Valentine’s Day in Charlotte? Here are some restaurants where you can get a special Valentine’s Day dinner for two. Prices are a little bit higher than past years, but we are still highlighting options that are good values. Also, please scroll down for a list of Valentine’s... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Carowinds, via GrouponFor the first time, Carowinds is open all year. In January, February and March of 2023, Carowinds is open select days. Groupon has a deal for discount Carowinds tickets, good any day it’s open, from January 14th to March 5th, 2023. During this time period, Carowinds is open on Saturdays and... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973). The Village of Vauvenargues (detail), April 29-30, 1959, oil on canvas. Fundación Almine y Bernard Ruiz-Picasso para el Arte, Madrid. Image © FABA, Photo: Hugard & Vanoverschelde Photography. © 2023 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Looking for a place to watch Super Bowl in 2023 without spending a football field of money? Or do you want to watch from the comfort of home, but with a great deal on food? Read on for a list of Super Bowl watch parties, as well as info from local restaurants that are offering take-home feasts for Super Bowl Sunday. Super Bowl Sunday is... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • February is Black History Month. We’ve put together a big list of Black History Month events in the Charlotte area, and that list is growing. Extend the learning by welcoming some new books into your home library. These are books that address Black history and culture, and also have a connection to North Carolina — either in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
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 •
Matthews Playhouse is presenting Seussical from February 24th to March 5th, 2023, at Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell Street, Matthews, North Carolina. Tickets range in price from $10 to $19. On February 25th, 2023, at 6 p.m., there is a “pay what you can” performance, which will benefit a local nonprofit. Seating is... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • As you’re planning Valentine’s Day, there are many ways to show your love for that special someone. We’ve put together a list of truly local Charlotte Valentine’s gifts, as well as a list of 50+ cheap dates in Charlotte. If you’re shopping online, here are some frugal Valentine’s gifts in any price range. ... 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 UpDisco Groove Party
Saturday, February 18th, 2023
12 p.m.
Free Don your best... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Epiphany Lutheran Church, at 2370 West Main Street in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is hosting the Annual Chocolate Festival on Saturday, February 11th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There are freebies for both adults and kids, plus decadent treats for sale. Maybe shop for a Valentine’s Day gift? Here’s some of what’s going... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Subway is a fast and affordable meal option on-the-go! You can easily customize your order to fit your dietary needs and (let’s face it) your culinary cravings. With regular and footlong options, the new protein bowls, salads, wraps, kids’ meals, and even breakfast (at participating shops), you’ll find what you want, when you need it!... 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 •
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens’ Valentine’s event is back, expanded and in an in-person format. The Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens will take place February 11th and 12th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. each day. Most of the events will take place at Cone University Center, 9025 University Road, with selected events at... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
University City Regional Library, at 301 East W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, is celebrating its 30th anniversary on Tuesday, February 14th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This free event is for the whole community. There will be storytelling, henna art, free books, crafts and more. Light refreshments will be served. 10 to 11 a.m.:...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.
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The Laff House Comedy Show — Super Bowl Valentine’s Edition takes place on Sunday, February 12th, 2023, from 6 to 10 p.m., at The Shatley Blue, 1424 South Main Street, Kannapolis, North Carolina. Tickets are $15 per person. Enjoy multiple comedy performances, plus the Super Bowl projected on the big screen. Double-Check...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The 19th Annual Charlotte Jewish Festival takes place February 4th to 26th, 2023, with two bonus films in January. The film festival includes opening and closing receptions. Some of the events include Q&As with filmmakers or other presentations.
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The second annual Empanada Fest will take place April 8th, 2023 It will be at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free, with food and drink for purchase. There will be live music, dancing and a DJ. And, of course, empanadas! You’ll be able to purchase all kinds of empanadas,... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Super Abari Game Bar, 1015 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a special event for Valentine’s Day. On Tuesday, February 14th, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., come on by for Valentine’s Day Special and Split Flipper Tournament. A host of two-player games will be on FREE PLAY all night. Check out our guide to... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • |
