Sunday, October 4th, 2020, is National Taco Day. Several restaurants are celebrating with special deals on tacos. We're adding them as we find them. Last year there were also deals at Tijuana Flats, Cabo Fish Taco, Hot Taco and Vida Cantina,... Read the whole entry...» For a second year, the Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is presenting two popular winter activities: Ice Skating and Lights. The ice skating requires a Single Activity Pass ($20 each) or an All Access Pass. The Lights trail... Read the whole entry...» This list is a combination of in-person and virtual events. If you're not doing this already, you can subscribe to Charlotte on the Cheap's daily emails (just one a day), and follow us on Facebook and Twitter. You might... Read the whole entry...» It might sound strange, at first, to plan an outing to a cemetery, but it's actually one of the best ways to learn about our city's history. Cemeteries are a vital resource for historians, but you don't have to be a historian to... Read the whole entry...» Pisgah National Forest, from Graveyard Fields (Milepost 418 on Blue Ridge Parkway) Credit: ExploreAsheville.com If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North... Read the whole entry...» Whether your idea of Halloween fun is being chased through the woods by a serial killer with a chainsaw, or taking a zombie-less hayride to the pumpkin patch, there is something this fall in the Charlotte area that will meet your needs. This... Read the whole entry...» Edge City Brewery, at 6209 Old Post Road, off of Monroe Road, is a three-barrel brewery. A variety of beers are available, as well as wine, cider, and other guest taps. Come and enjoy the taproom or outdoor patio. You can find their upcoming events... Read the whole entry...» Find the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area in the chart below. Powered by Gas Buddy. The Gas Buddy map below will show the places that have cheap gas near you, and the chart will show the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area. All... Read the whole entry...» Greenlife Family Farms, 281 Odell School Road, is Concord's first hemp farm. They sometimes host live music and other events. Find upcoming events on their Facebook page. Here's one: Barn Jam featuring Spencer Bloodworth ... Read the whole entry...» Are you ready for Halloween? Here are a whole bunch of events to get you in the Halloween spirit. The list includes trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more. This list includes events for both kids and adults. Make sure to scroll down... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Open Air Market is open every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's at the site of the old Eastland Mall, at 5471 Central Avenue. The market is free to attend, and parking is free too. Double-Check Before You Head... Read the whole entry...» Historic Latta Plantation, at 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, is a circa 1800 plantation and living history site featuring guided home tours, farm animals and more. Throughout the year Historic Latta Plantation presents many events for the... Read the whole entry...» The Bottle Tree, at 102 Davis Street, Belmont, specializes in bringing globally inspired dishes made with seasonal Southern ingredients. They also feature craft cocktails, craft beer, and wine. They've got a great beer garden, perfect for... Read the whole entry...» The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free. Call individual museums for their hours. As of this posting the following Charlotte museums are included. If you are reading... Read the whole entry...» 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, with some new rules... Read the whole entry...» Outdoor movies are a staple of summer entertainment for families. Normally there are at least 10 outdoor movie series throughout the Charlotte area. They're a fun night out, usually including kids' activities, like face painting,... Read the whole entry...» Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta and McDowell. Steven's Creek Nature Center is opening soon, but is already hosting some activities (see below.) The nature centers provide an excellent... Read the whole entry...» Aquawave Express Carwash, 6415 West Wilkinson Blvd, Belmont, is transforming into Tunnel of Terror Thursdays through Sundays until Halloween. You can get your car washed while you enjoy (if “enjoy” is the right word) while a haunted... Read the whole entry...» The Charlotte Podcast Festival is a first for the Queen City! Taking place in October of 2020, it's designed to inform, enrich and inspire audio storytellers and podcasters. The more than 40 online sessions will run from October 5th to 30th,... Read the whole entry...» We've put together a list of several Christmas Trains you can take the kids to this holiday season around the state of North Carolina. Many of these have an TBD status for the 2020 holiday season, and we will update with information as soon as... Read the whole entry...» McLawland Farms LLC, at 8632 Reedy Creek Road, Charlotte, is a boutique farm that has been around for just two years, but has delighted its many visitors with U-pick flowers and blackberries. It's a chemical-free, all natural farm on 28... Read the whole entry...»
It's time for fall festivals in Charlotte. This year is a little bit (well, a lot) different. Most of the festivals have been canceled. Some organizations are modifying their festivals to be safe for this... Read the whole entry...» Every Christmas season there are several families who go all out on decorating their house for the season. They string thousands of lights, and even broadcast music that guests can listen to through their car radio, often synchronizing the lights to... Read the whole entry...» |