| Get Unlimited Prescription Medications For Only $5 Per Month with Amazon Pharmacy RxPassFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekendLive music, trivia, wine tasting, more, at The Common Market (multiple locations)Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20Carowinds is staying open this winter — grab discount Carowinds ticketsBlack History Month events in Charlotte 2023Chinese New Year Exhibition at South County LibraryOrder Homer the Dragon’s Valentine’s Day package and he will deliver it himselfCharlotte Restaurant Week: January 20-29 — here are the new restaurants to try!North Carolina Black History Reading ListFree and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekCinergy Box-Office Binge Jan 28: Unlimited movies & popcorn for $15Free and cheap live music in Charlotte – day by day listFree days at Charlotte museumsValentine’s Day Gifts in Charlotte — shop for truly local, unique giftsValentine Mini Session with LaLa Photography for $19 — reservations requiredFree and cheap Mardi Gras celebrations in Charlotte in 2023, plus where to get King CakeCelebrate Valentine’s Day 2023 in Charlotte — dates, gifts, food deals, more…Food Rocket: free delivery of grocery itemsMatthews Comic-Con — free eventDiscounts on Tax ProductsCelebrate National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Feb 4 — where to celebrate in CharlotteHow to find Girl Scout Cookies in the Charlotte area in 2023Valentine’s Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens with UNC Charlotte Botanical GardensFree Art Kits at Mint Museum Randolph Feb 1-4Free Family Movie Night: The Muppets Most WantedChuck E. Cheese: BOGO deal on National Pizza Day Feb 9Family Night at Mecklenburg Community ChurchMenchie’s: BOGO Frozen Yogurt on National Frozen Yogurt Day Feb 6Free concert at Steinway Piano Galleries: Trio Gaia Feb 5Save the Date: Chocolate Festival in Rock Hill Feb 11Charlotte Summer Camps for 2023 There’s a new way to save on prescription medications. Amazon has launched Amazon RxPass, a new Prime membership benefit from Amazon Pharmacy that offers patients affordable access to commonly prescribed generic medications that treat more than 80 common health conditions. With RxPass, Prime members can receive ALL of their eligible... 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 •
Common Market is a convenience store, deli and bar with four Charlotte area locations: Plaza Midwood: 2006 Commonwealth Avenue, CharlotteSouth End: 235 W Tremont Avenue, CharlotteOakwold: 4420-A Monroe Road, CharlotteRock Hill: 161 West Main Street, Rock Hill, SCCommon Market is a neighborhood hangout and often hosts live... 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 • 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 •
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 •
Charlotte Chinese Immersion Storytime is presenting a Chinese New Year Exhibition at South County Library, 5801 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. Celebrate the year of the rabbit! It’s free to attend and registration is not required. Learn about more ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year around... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
The Charlotte Knights’ Homer the Dragon knows how to win hearts. He’s got a special Valentine’s Day package available for purchase, and the best part? He will deliver it himself to your sweetheart. You might also be interested in: Free and cheap things to do this weekValentine’s Day events in CharlotteUniquely...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Queen’s Feast — Charlotte Restaurant Week is returning in January, 2023, for ten days. It will be taking place from January 20th to 29th, 2023. This will be the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or revisit a favorite restaurant that you’ve been missing. During Queen’s Feast you pay a set amount for a three... 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 • 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 •
Cinergy is presenting Box-Office Binge on Saturday, January 28th, 2023. On this one day, Cinergy Elite Members can enjoy the movies they want to see, and all the popcorn they can eat, for $15. It’s free to join Cinergy Elite, and it offers: Free popcorn on sign up$5 Elite reward after 300 pointsSpecial birthday movie ticket...Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Looking for live music in Charlotte and surrounding areas? Check out this list of what’s on the calendar on Charlotte on the Cheap. These are concerts and music events that are free or cheap! Please note that you should still tip the musician if you can, and purchase a drink if the event is at a bar/brewery/coffee shop.
If you’d... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Grand Oiseau de Feu sur l’arche by Niki de Saint Phalle. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLCMuseums on the cheap? Yes, if you know the schedule. Several Charlotte area museums have free days. Some of the free days are for everyone, some are for kids and some are for customers of a certain bank. Read on to learn which days are the cheapest for... 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 • LaLa Photography is offering a great deal on a Valentine Mini Event. LaLa Photography’s studio is at 4205 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite G, Charlotte, NC. This is a fantastic, low-priced way to get a picture to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Valentine Photoshoot
On three weekends in January and February, 2023, LaLa Photography is... 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 • 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 • Food Rocket is a new local rapid delivery app that lets you order 7,000 grocery items online, including meats, fresh produce, dairy, and Circle K convenience items like snacks, alcohol and tobacco products, to get them delivered to their doors in 10 to 30 minutes. Deliver is free, and if you don’t get your order within the time specified... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is presenting Matthews Comic-Con on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will take place at the Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell Street, Matthews, North Carolina. Enjoy comics, cosplay, games, art food trucks and more. There will be a costume... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • For better or worse, it’s probably time to think about how you’re going to file your tax return this year. If you’re thinking about using tax software, please keep reading for discounts on some tax products. At the time of this post, all of the below items are discounted by 20% to 38%, but prices change rapidly and promotions... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo: Depositphotos
Saturday, February 5th, 2022, is National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. If you’ve never celebrated this food holiday, or heard of it, well, in short, it’s a day to eat ice cream for breakfast. That’s all. But isn’t that enough?
Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams... 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 •
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 • Mint Museum Randolph. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLCMint Museum has two locations: Mint Museum Uptown: 500 S. Tryon StreetMint Museum Randolph: 2730 Randolph RoadRead on to learn of upcoming events and exhibits. Free Art Kids at Mint Museum RandolphFrom February 1st to 4th, 2023, pick up a free art kit at Mint Museum Randolph. Pick... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Woodlawn Community Fellowship is inviting the community to a free family movie night. On Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m., cozy up with your family inside for Muppets Most Wanted. Pizza and popcorn will be provided. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • Photo courtesy of Chuck E. CheeseOn National Pizza Day, February 9th, 2023, Chuck E. Cheese is celebrating with a special deal. Buy one large, one-topping pizza and get one for free. Dine-in only. Find more National Pizza Day deals. We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Mecklenburg Community Church, at 8335 Browne Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Family Night on Friday, February 3rd, 2023, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free event. Please reserve your tickets in advance. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! Here’s a description... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • National Frozen Yogurt Day is February 6th, 2023, and Menchie’s is celebrating with a BOGO deal. Check out our list of National Frozen Yogurt Day deals. All day on February 6th, 2023, Menchie’s is offering buy-one-get-one-free frozen yogurt, with toppings, at participating locations.
The free cup must be of equal or lesser... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Steinway Piano Gallery-Charlotte, at 7030 Smith Corners Boulevard, often hosts free concerts. It’s near Northlake Mall. Next up: Trio Gaia on Sunday, February 5th, 2023, from 4 to 5 pm. It’s free, but please RSVP to klove@steinwaycarolina.com by Friday, February 3rd, 2023. You might also be interested in: ... 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.
Please check back soon for details. The following is the information from 2020, which we will update as soon as we get an update: There are freebies for both... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend •
Looking for a summer camp in Charlotte for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents for summer camps, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore.
It’s important to know that registration for some of the camps happens early–as early as January–and spots can fill up quickly. So, research in... Read the whole entry» • Email to a friend • | 