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Ivory/Baker Recreation Center, 1920 Stroud Park Court, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy:at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Superica, 101 W Worthington Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is presenting Día de los Muertos: La Calle Fiesta on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. They’ll be taking over Nebel’s Alley for this event. This FREE,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Annual NoDa Ghosts & Legends Tour takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026. The tours take place from 6:30 to around 10:15 p.m. There will be multiple tours every hour, leaving from Stu’s Barrel House, 3215 N Davidson Street, Charlotte,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Ivory/Baker Recreation Center, 1920 Stroud Park Court, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Christmas Celebration. All Aboard the Ivory Express takes place Friday, December 18, 2026, at 6 p.m. It’s free to attend, Enjoy games, crafts,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here’s a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more. We’re always adding to this list! Scroll down for a day-by-day…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Twice a year — once in the spring and once in the fall — Wayfair hosts Way Day. These sales are events offer the deepest discounts of the year, and are not to be missed if you need anything for your home! You’ll find furniture, appliances…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Schiele Museum of Natural History is offering free admission to veterans, active military personnel and their families on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. This is a great opportunity to check out the new Elizabeth Williams…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Movies Under the Stars returns to Charlotte Premium Outlets, 5404 New Fashion Way, on Friday, October 23, 2026. This is a rescheduled event. Admission is free. The featured movie is Minions & Monsters. Pre-show activities begin at 5 p.m.…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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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…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Ride is a project broadly retracing the route of the 1961 Freedom Ride route, from Washington, D.C. through the south to New Orleans, the city the original riders never reached. A coalition of civil rights leaders, artists, faith…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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If cooking dinner doesn’t sound like a holiday to you, here’s a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, which is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Chewy has one of its biggest sales going on right now! Spend $100+ on an order and get a $25 eGift card. Use promo code FALL to get the deal. Excludes Rx. There are some other restrictions. It takes up to 48 hours to fully process the gift…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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KFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for KFC Rewards members via the restaurant’s site…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Every Tuesday in October, 2026, get moving on the SouthPark Loop with a free community workout led by local fitness partners. Free fitness classes will take place on the Colony Apartment Lawn Space, 4220 Colony Plaza Drive Charlotte, NC.…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Rea Farms, 9855 Sandy Rock Place, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a free holiday event, Holiday Magic, on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a FREE event. Get photos with Santa, and with Mickey and Minnie, and…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Charlotte Checkers will feature Throwback Ticket Night, with tickets starting at just $1. The Checkers announced this promotion on Facebook. The discounted tickets go on sale for this promotion on…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Wednesday, November 11, to Sunday, November 22, 2026, with the theme of Sounds of Christmas! Make sure to keep reading for a discount! The countdown to…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The biggest and best day-by-day guide to the holidays around Charlotte, NC! Huge list of free and cheap things to do.at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Repair Café is in full swing in Charlotte! What is Repair Cafe? It’s an event where people who have broken items bring them in and volunteers help repair them. So, not only do you get stuff fixed, saving money, but you also keep the items…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Leatherman Lane, 9101 Overcash Road, Concord, North Carolina, is hosting Cowboy Christmas on Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event. What to expect:at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Charlotte’s history comes alive — after dark — at Historic Elmwood Cemetery, 234 Cedar Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on October 23 and 24, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Voices From the Past After Dark is for adults. This event…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Put your best foot forward with this Adidas sale on Zappos! Over 100 styles are on sale, up to 40% off. There are styles for men, women and kids. In some cases, one color is on sale and another isn’t, so be sure to click around to see if…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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If you have a sense of adventure and like a bargain, check out Regal’s Mystery Movie Monday promotion. On select Mondays at 7 p.m., participating Regal Cinemas are hosting early screenings of movies for $5. You won’t know the movie ahead…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, North Carolina, is thanking those who have served in the U.S. Military with Military Appreciation Week. From Saturday, November 7, to Friday, November 13, 2026, military members and…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Big list of FREE meals and more for veterans and active duty military on Veterans Day in Charlotte, as well as Veterans Day ceremonies, festivals and more.at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Veterans Salute 5K/10K and Fun Run takes place in Downtown Concord on November 7, 2026. The 5K and 10K races begin at 9 a.m. The one-mile Fun Run is at 8:30 a.m. The races start at McCachern Blvd beside the Cabarrus County Parking Lot.…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Salute to Veterans Parade takes place on Tryon Street in Charlotte, NCat Charlotte On The Cheap
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On November 7, 2026, after the Salute to Veterans Parade (which starts at 11 a.m.), head to the Carolinas Veterans Festival. It will take place at Romare Bearden Park, 300 S Church Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Downtown Belmont is hosting a Veterans Day Celebration on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. It will take place at Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, North Carolina. This is a free event. This event will include:at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The town of Mooresville, North Carolinam will be recognizing veterans for their service at their Veterans Day Ceremonies. Read on for the Veterans Day events that are scheduled. POW/MIA Flag Processional and CeremonyMonday, November 2,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall has become a much-loved tradition, not just for Elizabeth residents, but for many others in the community. It’s a giant display of dozens of carved pumpkins, and is an amazing sight to see. 2026 is the 22nd…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Sign up for IKEA Family is a smart idea for anyone who shops at IKEA. It’s free to join and offers many benefits, including: IKEA offers many discounts to IKEA Family members throughout the year. Right now, through November 11, 2026, IKEA…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Tucked away in Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, an easy not-quite-a-mile walk from the Reedy Creek Nature Center, is the last thing you might expect to find in the woods — the ruins of a stone house built in the late 1700s. The Robinson Rock…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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If you’re seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North Carolina, where you can experience vibrant fall foliage as part of a stunning landscape. Since so many North…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Triple C Brewing Company, 2900 Griffith Street, Charlotte, NC, hosts frequent events, many free, and you can find them on Triple C’s website or their Facebook page. Many events occur in the Barrel Room, 2832 Griffith St. Charlotte, NC,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Stateline Community Orchestra is presenting a concert, Space Spectacular, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 3 p.m., at Pineville United Methodist Church, 110 S Polk Street, Pineville, North Carolina. The concert is free, but donations are…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Classic Cruisers of Monroe organizes or publicizes several cruise-ins on a regular basis. Read on for the list! Make sure to check the Facebook page of Classic Cruisers of Monroe for any updates to the schedule. Classic Cruisers of…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Traust Brewing Company, 128 S Main Street, Mount Holly, North Carolina, brews beers inspired by the Scandinavian rustic tradition. Traust holds many events, which you can find on their website or Facebook page. Read on to learn about a few…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Vintage Vibes is a used record store at the District Exchange in Concord, 22 Union Street N, Suite 100, Concord, North Carolina. On the 2nd Wednesday of the month, Vintage Vibes hosts Vinyl Night from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This is…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Blakeney Shopping Center, at 9870 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Blakeney Fall Fest on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Features:at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Town of Davidson, North Carolina, is hosting several Halloween events in 2026. Halloweekend takes place October 23 and 24, 2026. Halloween March, Pumpkin Carving Party, and Jack-O-Lantern-WalkFriday, October 23, 20265 p.m.Davidson…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, brings craft beers to Lake Norman. They also host frequent events. You can find all the upcoming events on their Facebook page or website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music:…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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On Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Annual Candy Crawl. Announced on Facebook. Families are welcome to dress up in their costumes and trick or treat at…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Plan your days with free and cheap things to do with your family in the Charlotte area for the next 30 days. Festivals, music, movies, learning activities and more.at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Looking for a place to play an instrument or sing? Here's a big list of community bands, orchestras and choruses in the Charlotte, NC area.at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Super Abari Game Bar, 1015 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is holding a Retro PC and Video Game Swap Meet on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A lineup of vendors will be set up on the lot with all kinds of…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Listening Labs is presenting Around the World in Objects: A World-Building Adventure. This free event takes place on select Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at University City Regional Library, 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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It’s always the right time to get organized! But if your resolve has fallen to the wayside, now’s the time to try again! Many, many items are 60-80% off at the Container Store. There’s no time like the present to sort your photos, organize…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The City of Belmont, North Carolina, is holding Howl-O-Ween on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 9 a.m., at Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, North Carolina. The features a pet costume parade and contest. The parade route is around Stowe…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Summit Coffee NoDa, at 416 E 36th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series. This one is for the early birds! It will take place on the patio on the 3rd Saturday of the month. The next event in this series takes…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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The Secret Chocolatier, at 2935 Providence Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a local family-run chocolate shop that creates handcrafted treats from scratch. They’re definitely worthy of gift-giving and festive occasions! They’re hosting…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Charlotte Blues Society, an affiliate of the Blues Foundation, is a non-profit organization dedicated to “Keepin’ the Blues Alive.” They host “Blues Sunday” at the Skyline Room at Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts, 1030 Woodward Avenue,…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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704Play is bringing big city comedy to Cornelius. Catch this improv comedy show on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., at Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216 Wetmoreland Road, Cornelius, North Carolina. The show is approximately…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Steinway Piano Gallery-Charlotte, at 7030 Smith Corners Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina, often hosts free concerts. It’s near Northlake Mall. Next up: On Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 4 to 5 p.m., pianist Sanjana Bellapu will be…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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WDAV Classical Public Radio’s Small Batch Concert Series is returning for the 2026/2027 season. This popular chamber music series presents innovative music in an unconventional, laid-back atmosphere. The concerts will take place at Free…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Super Abari Game Bar is hosting a kids’ costume contest on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 1 p.m. This is a free event. Bring your kid to show off their costumes for a chance to win a grand prize of one Pokémon Prismatic Evolutions…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Jammin’ on the 1 is a musicians’ jam session that takes place the 3rd Friday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Access 21, 613 Calvert Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s free to attend. Sound check is at 6 p.m. Bring your…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Jambox, at 707 E Hebron Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, offers practice rooms to musicians in Charlotte. You can rent a private room by the month, or become a subscribed member and then rent practice rooms by the hour or day. There’s…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Telling the Untold Story at Davidson College is a history talk that takes place at Duke Mansion, 400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. Tickets are free but there aren’t many left.…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Super Abari Game Bar and @spookyclt are hosting Godzilla Day at Super Abari Game Bar, 1015 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Friday, November 13, 2026. Time TBA. This is a free event. The main event will be an art auction/raffle…at Charlotte On The Cheap
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Carolina Raptor Center, at 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville (within Latta Nature Preserve) is hosting Owl-O-Ween on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Featured Activities: Schedule of Events: Tickets:at Charlotte On The Cheap
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