Carolina Renaissance Festival is making the Charlotte area more festive and fun, for the 33rd season! When is the … [Read More...]
Before You Buy a Single Thing for the Holidays, Read This
You said yes to hosting. Now 14 people are coming, you own 8 chairs, and nobody knows where the good serving platter … [Read More...]
Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this week
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Discount for Southern Christmas Show Nov. 11-22
The 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Wednesday, November 11, to … [Read More...]
Best of the Fall
Charlotte haunted trails and other scary attractions near Charlotte updated for 2026
Plan Spooky Season with this list of haunted trails near Charlotte, North Carolina! All of the attractions listed below … [Read More...]
Charlotte Halloween bar crawls, costume parties, and more events for adults
Looking for a Charlotte Halloween bar crawl? Looking for something to do for Halloween? Maybe a party to show off your … [Read More...]
Trick-or-Treat (and Trunk-or-Treat) events in the Charlotte area in 2026
When is Trick or Treating in the Charlotte area in 2026? This is a commonly asked question and the answer is simple. … [Read More...]
Halloween Events in the Charlotte area — movies, pumpkin painting, costume contests, more
Are you ready for Halloween? We'll be adding a whole whole bunch of events to get you in the Halloween spirit, as … [Read More...]
Charlotte corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides in 2026
Fall will be here before you know it! Here's a list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, fall farm activities, and … [Read More...]
Scenic Drives for Fall Color in North Carolina — when and where to go
If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially … [Read More...]
50+ Fall Festivals in the Charlotte area in 2026
The fall is the perfect time in Charlotte for outdoor events, and there are plenty planned. Read on for a big (and … [Read More...]
Costume parties, parades and contests for dogs this Halloween in the Charlotte area
Looking for somewhere to show off your pet's Halloween costume? Bring your pup to one of these canine costume parties … [Read More...]
30+ Charlotte Oktoberfest celebrations in 2026
In September and October, Charlotte is bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You'll find them at breweries, … [Read More...]
Orchards near Charlotte where you can pick your own apples, plus a list of U-pick farms for every season
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great … [Read More...]
23 State and County Fairs in North and South Carolina — updated for 2026
Both the Carolinas have rich agricultural heritages, and a visit to a State or County Fair is a great way to experience … [Read More...]
102 cheap and easy DIY Halloween costumes
Looking for a Halloween costume for you or your kids? If you'd like to avoid spending a scary amount of money on a … [Read More...]
