President James K. Polk North Carolina State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, pays tribute to our 11th president and presents living … [Read more...] about Free historic cooking demonstration at President James K. Polk State Historic Site in Oct. 18
Museums & Attractions
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.
Bechtler Museum Family Day: Creative Construction — free admission Oct. 18
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Family Day on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 … [Read more...] about Bechtler Museum Family Day: Creative Construction — free admission Oct. 18
Outlaw Acres — Brand-New Immersive Western-Themed Fall Attraction Near Charlotte
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Charlotte families looking for fun can experience the wild west by driving just a little bit southeast. Outlaw Acres, at 4601 Griffith Road, Monroe, … [Read more...] about Outlaw Acres — Brand-New Immersive Western-Themed Fall Attraction Near Charlotte
Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night: Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 3
The Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, regularly hosts a dance party called Mint 2 Move. The October Mint 2 Move … [Read more...] about Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night: Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 3
Gantt Center: Opening Celebration for Praise House on Oct. 3
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The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, celebrates the contributions to … [Read more...] about Gantt Center: Opening Celebration for Praise House on Oct. 3
Free Closing Celebration for Collidoscope at Mint Museum Sept. 21 — meet the artists
Collidoscope: de la Torre Brothers Retro-Perspective is a must-see, even for those who don't normally enjoy art museums. The exhibition is at Mint … [Read more...] about Free Closing Celebration for Collidoscope at Mint Museum Sept. 21 — meet the artists
Last weekend for 50% off deal at Carowinds
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UPDATE: You have through September 1, 2025, to use these deals. Carowinds has two special deals available on Groupon right now. With this deal, you … [Read more...] about Last weekend for 50% off deal at Carowinds
Stowe Gardens: $5 admission on Friday evenings this summer
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
Free Pop-Up Reverse Room Outside Museum of Illusions Aug. 16-17
In celebration of Charlotte Pride, Museum of Illusions Charlotte is presenting a FREE Pop-Up Reverse Room on August 16 and 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about Free Pop-Up Reverse Room Outside Museum of Illusions Aug. 16-17
Teacher Appreciation Days at Lazy 5 Ranch Aug. 16-17: Teachers and their families get free admission
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
