Charlotte's museum scene is alive and kicking. Learn about how to visit museums and attractions for free or at a discount, and also learn about all their special events.
UPDATE: These deals are back! Carowinds has two special deals available on Groupon right now. With this deal, you will save on both gate prices and … [Read more...] about Carowinds: Save up to 50% on admission
The Levine Center for the Arts' Wednesday Night Live takes place every Wednesday evening. The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the … [Read more...] about Wednesday Night Live — free admission to three Uptown museums
Gardens at Stowe, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is holding Industry Professional Nights on Thursdays from July 17 to August 7, … [Read more...] about Free Industry Professional Nights at Gardens at Stowe: Free admission for veterans and active military July 31
August marks the end of the summer (although it might not feel like it) and the beginning of the school year for many kids. There's still lots to do … [Read more...] about Top things to do in Charlotte in August
Lazy 5 Ranch, 15100 Mooresville Road, Mooresville, North Carolina, is a privately owned, drive-thru safari featuring antelope, deer, elk, sheep, … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Days at Lazy 5 Ranch Aug. 16-17: Teachers and their families get free admission
On Monday, July 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Schiele Museum of Natural History, at 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, is celebrating teachers by … [Read more...] about Schiele Museum–Teachers and their families get free admission July 28
The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, North Carolina, is probably familiar to … [Read more...] about Schiele Museum: free admission August 12 after 4 p.m.
Gardens at Stowe, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is offering a special discount on Friday evenings this summer. Every Friday … [Read more...] about Stowe Gardens: $5 admission on Friday evenings this summer
Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, North Carolina, is hosting a special Summer Send-Off event on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Summer Send-Off at Carolina Raptor Center Aug. 2: Free admission for teachers, and free ice pops for first 400 guests
The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free. The Museum on Us program has … [Read more...] about Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers
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