Scarecrow Decorating Contest in Mint Hill

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/23 2:00A Jody Mace

Mint Hill s Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest is taking place from October 1 to 31, 2023. Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly!...

Fort Mill Fall Festival, plus 9th Annual Scarecrow Crawl

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/22 11:43P Jody Mace

9th Annual Scarecrow Crawl Take a stroll in Downtown Fort Mill to see the amazing scarecrows created by individuals, schools, businesses, organizations, churches and more. From October 6 to October...

‘Tawba Walk Music & Arts Festival in Cornelius Sep 30

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/22 7:05P Jody Mace

Enjoy art and music in downtown Cornelius at the Tawba Walk Music & Arts Festival Saturday, September 30, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Look for updates on the Facebook event. Head to Oak Street Mill,...

Whitewater Film Series returns in October

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/22 6:45P Jody Mace

The U.S. National Whitewater Center, at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, is sharing its film series, Whitewater Film Series , again this fall. On four dates in October, the Whitewater Center will be...

Chanukah Concert with Chassidic Rapper Nissim Black (discounts available)

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/22 7:16A Jody Mace

Chabad of Charlotte is presenting a Chanukah concert with Chassidic Rapper Nissim Black . It will take place on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 6 p.m., at Le Méridien, 555 S McDowell Street, Charlotte,...

Lake Norman farm-to-table eatery loses permit to serve food: ‘Terrible for all of us’

CharlotteFive 9/21 11:30P Joe Marusak

The change is taking place just a month after the restaurant and outdoor adventure center opened.

Recipe: Dip into Birdsong Brewing’s beer cheese for a must-have football season snack

CharlotteFive 9/21 11:00P Heidi Finley

Local beer, cheese and cream combine for a guest-worthy shareable — or you can keep it all for yourself. We won’t judge.

7+ free and cheap things to do in Charlotte: Festivals, films and Party in the Park

CharlotteFive 9/21 11:00P Jody Mace,Denise Casalez

Explore UNC Charlotte’s International Festival or Festival of India, check out the Charlotte Film Festival or visit Mint Museum Randolph.

Get a free SCarowinds ticket + t-shirt by donating blood

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/21 10:09P Jody Mace

Donate blood and get a free ticket to SCarowinds , plus a free limited edition, glow-in-the-dark Halloween t-shirt, while supplies last. Make sure to follow the link and register to reserve your time....

Want to win two tickets to see Afrobeats legend Angélique Kidjo in Charlotte?

CLTure 9/21 10:06A CLTure

By CLTure September 21, 2023 Want to win two tickets to see Afrobeats legend Angélique Kidjo in Charlotte at Knight Theater on Friday, September 29 ? Just share the Facebook page, tag a friend, or repost on X (Twitter) for a chance to win! One...

National Night Out at Wesley Chapel Oct 3

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/21 9:42A Jody Mace

Village of Wesley Chapel is holding its National Night Out event on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Shops at Wesley Chapel, NC Hwy 84 & Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road, Wesley Chapel, North...

The Beginner's Guide to Investing: How to Get Started on Your Wealth-Building Journey

Creative Loafing Charlotte 9/21 5:30A Alan Watts

Investing in the stock market is something millions of Americans do. According to Gallup, 61% of U.S. adults attest to owning stocks in 2023…

Charlotte Monarch Celebration Oct 14

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/21 4:00A Jody Mace

Charlotte Monarch Celebration is a free event taking place Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, 2986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina....

Change in plans: Johnston YMCA won’t close at end of year after deal falls through

CharlotteFive 9/21 3:30A Jodie Valade

“We’re back to the drawing board,” the YMCA’s board chair said.

Light the Knights Festival 2023 — everything you need to know

Charlotte On The Cheap 9/21 2:55A Jody Mace

Light the Knights Festival , at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, returns for the 2023 holiday season. It again features a regulation size ice rink on the field and a 6-lane snow tubing...