Free Smoothies at Grand Opening of Vara Juice Jan. 24

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 4:06A Jody Mace

Vara Juice is opening at 3061 N Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. Its grand opening is Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. At the grand opening get free smoothies, a chance to...

Life-Sized Candy Land at Kannapolis Library Jan. 24

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 2:52A Jody Mace

Bring the kids to Life-Sized Candy Land at Kannapolis Library, 850 Mountain Street, Kannapolis, North Carolina, on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 3 to 4 p.m. This is a free event and no registration...

Up to 40% off select children’s books on Amazon

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 2:32A Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos Winter is the perfect time to snuggle up with your child and read books together. Replenish your child s library at this children s book sale on Amazon. Select titles are up to 40% off. Shop here for all the deals, or read on...

Groundhog Day Celebration at The Schiele: Meet the Schiele’s groundhog and watch him predict the...

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 2:09A Jody Mace

The Schiele Museum of Natural History, at 1500 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina, is hosting a Groundhog Day Celebration , complete with a groundhog who will predict whether there will...

Why your child should read to a dog — and where to do it in Charlotte

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 12:59A Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos The sight of a child reading to a dog may give us a warm, fuzzy feeling, but the benefits go much deeper. That s why, increasingly, libraries and schools are inviting dogs and...

Independent Picture House’s Black History Month screenings and discussions

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/19 12:52A Jody Mace

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Independent Picture House , at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is celebrating Black History Month with special screenings for Black History Month in...

Free tickets to Best of Charlotte Bridal Show Feb. 22

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/18 11:14P Jody Mace

Photo: Best of Charlotte Bride Guide Don t miss the Best of Charlotte Bridal Show , presented by Charlotte Bride Guide! Barrel Room at Triple C Brewing, 2832 Griffith Street, Charlotte, NC Sunday,...

Lunar New Year events for kids at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Feb. 16

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/18 6:00A Jody Mace

Image: Depositphotos The Lunar New Year is February 17, 2026. This will be the Year of the Horse. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has some Lunar New Year events planned. These are free events. One...

Super Bowl Watch Party at Midtown Tavern

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 5:20A Jody Mace

Midtown Tavern,1500 E 3rd Street, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a Super Bowl Watch Party on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 6 p.m. Multiple TVs showing the game. Cigars allowed on the patio. No admission fee...

115 Craft in McAdenville: Chili Cook-Off, Super Bowl Potluck, Free Wine Tastings

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 5:10A Jody Mace

115 Craft is a bottle shop/taproom at 115 Main Street, McAdenville, North Carolina. It hosts many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are some of them. Upcoming Events Chili...

Learn More. Live Better Parkinson’s Symposium March 7

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/17 12:25A Jody Mace

Learn More. Live Better Parkinson s Symposium is a free event taking place March 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Northside Baptist Church, 333 Jeremiah Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina. Registration is required. Living with Parkinson’s can be...

Comedy Coop: Showcase + Open Mic at Birdsong Brewing, Jan. 17, more

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/14 4:46A Jody Mace

Birdsong Brewing Co., at 1016 North Davidson Street, frequently hosts live music and other events. There s no cover. You can always verify their schedule on their website or on their Facebook page. Birdsong Brewing was founded in 2011 and is part...

Lunar New Year Celebrations at Resident Culture Brewing Feb. 21

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/13 10:04P Jody Mace

Photo: Brittany Little Photography Resident Culture Brewing Company, 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Lunar New Year celebrations on February 21, 2026. This is always a free,...

Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night: Lunar New Year’s, Casa de la Cultura, and Black History Month Feb....

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/13 9:01P Jody Mace

Mint Museum Uptown. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Mint Museum of Art Uptown, 500 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina is hosting a culture dance night to celebrate Black History Month and the...

At Seoul Food’s Panthers Playoff Watch Party, get a free drink with every Panthers touchdown

Charlotte On The Cheap 1/9 9:23A Jody Mace

Seoul Food Meat Company is hosting Panthers Playoff Watch Parties as the Panthers take on the Rams Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The parties take place at both locations. Addresses are:...