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Movie Night at Atrium Health Ballpark in Kannapolis: Monsters Inc on May 16 (plus character meet and greet!)

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:20:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Rice Family Community Events is partnering with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers to present Movie Night at the Ballpark at Atrium Health Ballpark, 1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The...

Historic Matthews Cemetery Tour May 16 (and more)

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:10:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Matthews Heritage Museum is hosting two walking tours in May. They are free to attend, but donations are welcome. Registration is required and space is limited. Historic Matthews Cemetery Tour May is Cemetery Appreciation Month, a time to honor and...

University City Juneteenth Art Fest June 19

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:01:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) The first University City Juneteenth Art Fest , presented by University City Partners, takes place Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Boardwalk at University City, 8801 JM Keynes Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina. This event is free to...

Guns to Gardens: Safe surrender of firearms, to be transformed into garden tools, plus a blacksmithing demo

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Myers Park Presbyterian Church is partnering with RAWtools South to host Guns to Gardens , a chance to safely, anonymously surrender unwanted firearms. Gun Surrender Event This drive-thru event takes place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1...

Moms eat free on Mother’s Day at Gilde Brewery, and more

Sat, 09 May 2026 08:00:46 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of Gilde Brewery Gilde Brewery , at 3530 Dewitt Lane, Charlotte, North Carolina is an authentic German brewery with a brewing history of several hundred years in Hannover, Germany. It chose Charlotte to be its North American...

Birkdale Village Commons Market May 10

Sat, 09 May 2026 08:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo: Shop Local QC Discover the best of local shopping at the Birkdale Village Commons Market , happening every second Sunday from March through October, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curated by Shop Local QC, this lively open-air market showcases a...

In The Flow: A Solo Circus Show by Vivian Spiral

Fri, 08 May 2026 02:11:24 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Vivan Spiral is presenting In The Flow, a solo circus show , on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m., at Studio 1212, 1212 E 10th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. Step into a high-energy, interactive circus experience by Vivian Spiral; blending...

Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:01:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Image: Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market is offering a special deal on flowers for Mother s Day. From May 7 to 13, 2025, get a 15-stem bunch of tulips for only $9.99. This deal is exclusively for Prime members. Try Prime for 30 days for free. The...

Charlotte Checkers offer free tickets to teachers (sign up May 4-8)

Wed, 06 May 2026 03:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) The Charlotte Checkers are thanking teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week with FREE tickets! From May 4 to 8, 2026, teachers can register for one FREE ticket to any home game in October. Tickets are available while supplies last. Please fill out...

NC MedAssist: Free prescription and over-the-counter medications

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) NC MedAssist is a statewide program that helps uninsured low-income North Carolina residents get the medications that they need, at no cost. The organization has programs for both prescription medications and over the counter medications. Free...

Is Vista Auction Monroe’s Hidden Gem?

Tue, 05 May 2026 02:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of Vista Auction Vista Auction: Some people in Monroe shop here every week; others have no idea it exists. So what’s the deal? Tucked into Monroe is something a little different from your typical shopping experience — and for those who...

Free Memorial Day Block Party (with free burgers adn more) at Keith Clinic May 25

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:58 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic is hosting a FREE Memorial Day Block Party on Monday, May 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at its West Charlotte clinic at 4016 Triangle Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina. This event includes FREE food, music and...

Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:18:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Image: Lowe s On May 9, 2026, Lowe’s is giving the first 150 customers at every location FREE Spring Flowers — starting at 10 a.m. Flowers may vary by location. No purchase necessary. Look for the giveaway station at each location. If you can’t find...

Charlotte Braille Trail Community Reveal on May 21

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:05:58 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) 360 Sculpture. Photo by David Rebolloso The Charlotte Braille Trail Community Reveal takes place Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Lions Services, 4600 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. This event is a celebration of the...

MeckRoots Workshop: The Recipe as Archive on May 7

Mon, 04 May 2026 06:39:17 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Hand-written recipe card from my mother. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC MeckRoots The Recipe as Archive is a free program on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6 p.m., at West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2401 Kendall Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina. Register...

Concerts in the Garden at Rock Hill’s Glencairn Garden — starts May 7

Mon, 04 May 2026 06:28:28 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC The City of Rock Hill is hosting Concerts in the Garden at Glencairn Garden, 725 Crest Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina in spring, summer and fall of 2026. The concerts will take place the first Thursday of the month...

Silent Cinema Café at Visart Video May 24

Mon, 04 May 2026 04:50:30 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Visart Video, at 3104 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Silent Cinema Café on the fourth Sunday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. Suggested donation is $5. This special event is scheduled for: May 24 June 28 July 26 August 23 You can...

Firehouse Subs gives any customer named Mike (or a related name) a free Steak & Cheese Melt on May 6

Mon, 04 May 2026 03:02:10 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Mike, this one s for you! Firehouse Subs just introduced a new Steak & Cheese Melt. The sandwich features USDA Choice prime rib, flame-seared and piled high with melty provolone, brown sugar caramelized onions and red & green bell peppers — all on...

Mind & Motion Family Field Day May 9

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:31:46 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Mind & Motion Family Field Day is a free, family-friendly community event hosted by Charlotte Angels during National Foster Care Month. It takes place Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Irwin Belk Complex at Johnson C. Smith...

Ag + Art at Native American Studies Center in Lancaster May 9: take-and-make craft, garden tours, more…

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:19:35 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Native American Studies Center, at 199 South Marin Street, Lancaster, South Carolina, is taking part in the Ag + Art Tour of Lancaster County, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more here. Make a day of it in Lancaster County and...

Charlotte Roller Derby

Sun, 03 May 2026 04:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of Don Lefler Charlotte Roller Derby s next season opener, Cosmic Clash, takes place May 9, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Grady Cole Center, 310 N Kings Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina. Blast off with Charlotte Roller Derby at Cosmic...

Spring Garden Pop-Up at Gabe’s Good Goods May 8

Sun, 03 May 2026 02:30:26 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Gabe s Goods, 2315 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Spring Pop-Up on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. Just in time for Mothers Day Weekend! Pick out a container and pair it with your plant babies of choice from vendors...

Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase

Sun, 03 May 2026 01:49:35 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo: Shake Shack Shake Shack is celebrating National Burger Month with a giveaway for burger lovers every week in May. From May 1 to 31, 2026, Shake Shack is offering a different single burger every week for FREE with a $10 minimum purchase at...

LangTree Live: free music series in Mooresville

Sat, 02 May 2026 04:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Every Thursday, starting in May, and typically through September, LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd, Mooresville, hosts LangTree Live , a free concert series. Most of the events take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Look for updates on LangtreeLKN s...

LuminoCity’s Dino Safari Light Festival coming to Concord — save 25% now

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:23:58 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of LuminoCity LuminoCity is bring its Dino Safari Light Festival to Concord, North Carolina, from May 6 to June 14, 2026. It will be outside of Concord Mills, at 8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, North Carolina. This unique family...

Live Music at Heist Brewery, and more

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:30:49 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Heist Brewery , 2909 North Davidson Street, hosts many events. Heist has a good lunch and dinner menu, and although the start time for the music is sometimes past dinner hours (start time varies), they also have a Quick Bites menu that includes a...

Whitewater Center’s Memorial Day Celebration May 23-24

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of U.S. National Whitewater Center The Whitewater Center s annual Memorial Day celebration takes place Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2026. Whitewater Center is at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC. Saturday: 8 a.m....

Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:50:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Teens, ages 14-19, can work out for free all summer at any Planet Fitness location, from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Registration opens on May 18. Teens will have access to: A complete range of strength equipment, including new plate-loaded machines,...

Queen City Culture & Community Market May 3

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:27:57 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) The Queen City Culture & Community Market , hosted by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Beta Omicron Sigma Chapter, is a family-friendly community event designed to bring together local businesses, nonprofits, and residents of Charlotte for an...

Ardrey Kell High School’s Spring Festival May 30

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Ardrey Kell High School, at 10220 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Spring Festival on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. This is a fun-filled day for elementary and middle school kids, with...

National Pay It Forward Day: Free gift cards at one Dunkin’ location on Apr. 28

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of Dunkin Dunkin , at 5615 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is celebrating National Pay It Forward Day on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The promotion will be at this location only. The first 100 guests, starting at 7 a.m., will...

Sustainable Reef’s Aquaporium at Charlotte Convention Center May 2: Learn about and shop for fish, plants, corals, more…

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:21:15 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Sustainable Reef s Aquaporium comes to Charlotte Convention, 501 S College Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $15, and free for kids 12 and under. If you keep fish, plants or reptiles, you...

Live music: falllift with A Different Thread and Taylor Winchester at Petra’s May 2

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:00:00 Z

(Charlotte On The Cheap) Photo courtesy of Petra s Petra s Bar , at 1919 Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood, is a friendly neighborhood bar that includes a main bar with a stage, a taproom, an art gallery and a patio. It frequently hosts excellent live music, pop-up vendor...