Spring festivals are blooming in Charlotte in 2026! From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids' festivals, … [Read More...]
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Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend
Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap … [Read More...]

Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to … [Read More...]

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Charlotte 2026
St. Patrick's Day is back in Charlotte in 2026 in a big way! The Charlotte St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival and the … [Read More...]

10 Spring Consignment Sales in Charlotte 2026
Spring consignment sales are in full swing 2026. They are taking place in February through April. Save loads of money … [Read More...]

170+ Charlotte area thrift, consignment, used books and records, antique and vintage stores
Bargain hunters, this is for you. Here's a big list of thrift stores, consignment stores, used book and record stores, … [Read More...]
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Free Chicken Salad for a Year at Chicken Salad Chick’s grand opening in Cornelius March 10 — purchase required
Chicken Salad Chick is celebrating its grand opening at 8301 Magnolia Estates Drive, Cornelius, North Carolina, on … [Read More...]
The Bulb is a mobile farmer’s market — learn how to get free food (or to help!)
Many households in Charlotte experience food insecurity. Many neighborhoods don't have a local source for fresh produce. … [Read More...]
Finally Fridays and Asian Night Market at Urban District Market March 6
Urban District Market and Seoul Food Meat Co., at 2315 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, are hosting Finally … [Read More...]
How to see the total lunar eclipse and blood moon
This March, 2026, we’ll get a chance to witness a total lunar eclipse and a Blood Moon in Charlotte, for the first time … [Read More...]
Manifest Market popping up around Charlotte this spring
Manifest Market is a pop-up series curating creative and fun experiences in the community. Follow them on Facebook to … [Read More...]
Vinyl Night at Vintage Vibes in Concord March 11: trade, listen, sip
Vintage Vibes is a used record store at the District Exchange in Concord, 22 Union Street N, Suite 201, Concord, North … [Read More...]
McDonald’s: $1 breakfast sandwich on National Egg McMuffin Day March 2
McDonald's has declared March 2 to be Egg McMuffin Day. An Egg McMuffin features a toasted English muffin, egg, Canadian … [Read More...]
Best Amazon deals in February, including Shark Vacuum, Beats headphones, Waterpik, more… (updated)
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5th Annual Empanada Fest at Camp North End April 18
The 5th annual Empanada Fest will take place Saturday, April 18, 2026. It will be at Camp North End, 1824 Statesville … [Read More...]
Charlotte Earth Day Celebration at Independent Picture House April 11
The Charlotte Earth Day Celebration takes place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Independent … [Read More...]
Best of the Holiday Season

Family friendly New Year’s events in Charlotte, Noon Year’s Eve countdowns and more
By Jody Mace
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family at these events in Charlotte. This list includes many Noon Year's Eve … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Charlotte area (updated!)
By Jody Mace
Looking for the biggest, brightest, best Christmas lights in the Charlotte area for the 2025 Christmas season? You've … [Read More...]

Day by day guide to holiday and Christmas events around Charlotte — updated daily!
By Jody Mace
This is a constantly updated list of 2025 holiday events in the Charlotte area. This day by day guide will include … [Read More...]

Lake Norman Lighted Christmas Boat Parade Dec. 20
By Jody Mace
Christmas parades aren't limited to the land! Every year there are several lighted boat parades in the Charlotte … [Read More...]

Where to get a free picture with Santa around Charlotte–a day-by-day list
By Jody Mace
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Here are a … [Read More...]

Charlotte Area Christmas and Holiday Parades in 2025
By Jody Mace
In November and December, you can find holiday and Christmas parades in every corner of the Charlotte area. Area holiday … [Read More...]

6 Hanukkah Celebrations and Events in Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Every year, several organizations present Hanukkah celebrations for the community in the Charlotte area. These events … [Read More...]

12 Christmas Tree Farms and Lots near Charlotte — updated for 2025
By Jody Mace
The holiday season is on the way, and for many families, that means it will soon be the time to find the perfect … [Read More...]

Day by day list of free holiday concerts around Charlotte 2025
By Jody Mace
Celebrate the season by attending a free holiday concert in the Charlotte area in 2025. In this list you might find find … [Read More...]

Shop Local: Big list of Charlotte Area Holiday Markets in 2025
By Jody Mace
Shop for gifts at these holiday markets in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, … [Read More...]

Charlotte restaurants open for dine-in for Thanksgiving 2025
By Jody Mace
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you, here's a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving, … [Read More...]

Where to Order a Thanksgiving Dinner to Enjoy at Home — 2025
By Jody Mace
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your … [Read More...]

Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Charlotte Area 2025
By Jody Mace
Christmas tree lighting celebrations will be taking place all over the Charlotte area in November and December of 2025. … [Read More...]

Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys, meals and groceries for families
By Jody Mace
Each year, local organizations and community groups in the Charlotte area sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food … [Read More...]

Six outdoor ice skating rinks in Charlotte area this winter
By Jody Mace
For a place where the average high temperature is 62 degrees in November and 53 degrees in December, Charlotte sure does … [Read More...]
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