Paws in the Park is a free event Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive, Pineville.

This is a free, family-friendly event, and will be held rain or shine.

The event is brought to you by Charlotte Black Dogs, and highlights dogs up for adoption, especially black dogs, which are less likely...

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If you’re looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2022 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We have put together a huge list of Easter egg hunts and free and cheap Easter Bunny picture opportunities. (We skip the expensive mall pictures!)

We are adding events as they’re added.

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This list includes things to do in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas, this weekend, from Friday 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, but, of course, the definition of...

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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...

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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...

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Spring festivals are coming back to Charlotte in 2022.

From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids’ festivals, there will be a lot going on! We are highlighting a few major festivals. But then, read on for a much larger, ever-growing list of spring festivals.

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Save money at Carowinds with these exclusive discounts!

Carowinds has opened for the season. Carolina Harbor (the water park) will be open on select days starting May 27th, 2022.

The discount tickets will save you a LOT. When you compare prices, make sure you’re comparing apples to apples. When you buy an...

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Charlotte SHOUT! is a major event that debuted in 2019. It is a partnership between Charlotte Center City Partners and Blumenthal Performing Arts.

It is returning to Uptown Charlotte April 1st to 17th, 2022, and will be the biggest festival Charlotte has ever seen.

The festival will feature music, art, poetry, food, interactive activities,...

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Northwest School of the Arts is Charlotte’s arts magnet high school and middle school, and is at 1415 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte.

Tickets are $8 for students and...

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Who really has the cheapest groceries? Everyone wants to save money at the supermarket. We’re providing a weekly list of the best deals and sales at several grocery stores in the Charlotte area. Stay tuned — more stores will be added to this list soon.

Please keep in mind that some grocery stores require you to be a member of their...

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StarLab, a portable planetarium, is coming to the Harrisburg branch of Cabarrus County Public Library on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!

It will be there from from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., courtesy of the State Library of North Carolina.

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Carolina Raptor Center, at 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville (within Latta Nature Preserve) is hosting STEM On The Wing Day on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission is FREE.

Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte!

Take off into science at STEM on the...

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This year, 2022, marks the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day.

In-person Earth Day celebrations are returning this year. Read on for a list of major events, followed by some ways to celebrate Earth Day at home, and then a day by day list of all Earth Day events on Charlotte on the Cheap’s calendar.

If you’re not doing this already,...

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North Carolina Science Festival 2021 is a statewide collection of events during the month of April, intended to ignite an interest in science in both kids and adults.

In 2022, there are both in-person and virtual events.

More than 200 events have been announced so far. We will be listing a few of them, below, but make sure to visit the ...

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Potions & Pixels is a group with a passion for games. They have a library of around 300 games, including nostalgic games from childhood, party games and strategic games. They hold game nights at various venues, and they bring 75-100 of their games to each event.

You can find their schedule on their Facebook page.

Here’s...

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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 information is supplied by Gas Buddy users.

But remember that you may save even...

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Mecklenburg Park and Recreation has announced two egg hunts in 2022. Both require advance registration.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny pictures in the Charlotte area.

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Camden Road, in the South End, will be transformed into an outdoor living room on select Saturdays this spring.

Camden Commons, presented by Lowe’s, will feature two blocks of Camden Road, between Tremont and East/West Boulevard.

It will be closed to traffic and open for fun and...

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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...

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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.

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The U.S. National Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is showing its film series, Whitewater Film Series, again this spring.

On three Fridays in April, the Whitewater Center will be showing films with outdoor themes. It’s free to attend. The only cost is $6 for parking.

The films screen at dusk, so the time varies a...

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Chabad Lake Norman and Walls of Books are hosting a Passover themed storytime on Sunday, April 10th, 2022, at 3 p.m.

The event will also include Passover crafts, a snack, and social time.

Wall of Books is at 20920 Torrence Chapel Road, Cornelius.

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Bopper’s Shag Club is hosting Blast From the Past on Friday, April 1st, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at Mecklenburg Shrine Club, 5200 Mecklenburg Shrine Club Road.

The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members.

Wear your favorite retro outfit from any era (but this is not required!)

Bring a favorite food for the buffet...

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The Annual Coulwood Easter Egg Hunt is free and open to the public. It takes place on Saturday, April 16th, 2022, at the Coulwood Hills Clubhouse, 506 Coulwood Drive, in northwest Charlotte.

The event takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with the egg hunt starting promptly at 10:30 a.m.

Find more Easter egg hunts...

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Love Lake Norman, 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 3rd, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. This event follows their 10:30 a.m. service. You’re welcome to come to the service and stay for the Easter Egg Hunt, or just come for the Easter Egg Hunt.

Find more Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny...

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Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Do you love a good deal? You’re in the right place. We keep track of the best Krispy Kreme deals, right here.

Also, keep reading for a list of Charlotte area Krispy Kreme locations.

April Fools Day Promotion

This deal takes place on April Fool’s Day, Friday, April 1st, 2022, but it’s no...

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2022 is the United Nations’ International Year of Glass. This is a year-long celebration of the role that glass plays in our society.

Hot Glass Alley, Charlotte’s first glass-blowing studio, is celebrating the International Year of Glass with a special celebration on April 2nd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The studio holds...

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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.

Hours for the different venues...

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The Charlotte Fair brings entertainment, rides, and plenty of fair food to 6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord (across U.S. 29 from Charlotte Motor Speedway) from March 25th to April 3rd, 2022.

You might also be interested in the Queen Charlotte Fair, which takes place April 14th to 24th, 2022.

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Squirrel Lake Park, 1631 Pleasant Planes Road in Matthews, is the site for Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This day of free family fun in the park is presented by HAWK (Habitat and Wildlife Keepers), the Town of Matthews, and NCWF’s Great Outdoors University.

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President James K. Polk North Carolina State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, pays tribute to our 11th president and presents living history that brings the early 19th century to life. It’s free to visit.

The site also presents some special events, some of which are also free to attend, and some of which have a small fee.

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Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art.

According to North Carolina law it operates as a private club, and, thus, is required to charge a membership fee. The fee is $1 per year.

Free parking is available in the secure gravel...

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Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking?

Check out our list of Charlotte area restaurants and grocery stores where you can order an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. We’re limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for around $40 or under, per person.

In...

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There is a ton of live music happening in Charlotte, and it can be hard to keep track of it, but we’re here to help. Keep reading for a list of upcoming shows.

Looking for concerts this weekend (and beyond) in Charlotte?

Here’s a list of the next few days of shows from MusicEverywhereCLT.com. You can...

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Tommy’s Pub, 3124 Eastway Drive, is a small neighborhood bar that’s big on music and community. It is now hosting both indoor and outdoor events.

Go to Tommy’s Pub’s Facebook page, where they regularly provide updates about upcoming music.

Upcoming Events at Tommy’s Pub

Here are some upcoming events in spring...

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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...

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Front Porch Sundays, the popular monthly vendor market, starts up for 2022 on Sunday, April 3rd, and will continue the first Sunday of the month for the rest of the year.

This season, it’s moving from Sycamore Brewing to Atherton, at 2104 South Boulevard, Charlotte.

Enjoy shopping from 70+ local vendors and artisans, as well as food...

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Celebrate the upcoming start of the Charlotte Knights’ season at Knights Fest on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Truist Field, 324 Mint Street.

Admission is $5 and a portion of ticket sales benefits Charlotte Knights Charities. Buy tickets now.

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