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Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreWednesday, October 1, 2025 Daniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » Wellness Wednesday Fitness Hike 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Wellness Wednesday Fitness HikeWednesday, October 1, 2025 Quest. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Quest is a nature center within Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Road, Huntersville, North Carolina. Quest is a destination for outdoor recreation and environmental education in North Mecklenburg County. Nestled inside the ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » | Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreDaniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » Birding at Stevens Creek 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Birding at Stevens CreekWeekly on ThursdayStevens Creek Nature Center. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Stevens Creek Nature Center, at 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, is within Stevens Creek Nature Preserve. The nature center features live native animals, two classrooms (including one ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Trails and Tales: free monthly event for kids at Cabarrus County parks 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Trails and Tales: free monthly event for kids at Cabarrus County parksThursday, October 2, 2025 Trails and Tales is a free event for kids at Cabarrus County Parks. Join the county parks and libraries to investigate nature through books, nature walks, animals, games and crafts. All ages are welcome. Trails and ... Read More » | Bandcamp Friday: Bandcamp waives its revenue share and artists keep all the revenue All Day
Bandcamp Friday: Bandcamp waives its revenue share and artists keep all the revenueFriday, October 3, 2025 Bandcamp is an online music platform where artists can sell their music directly to fans, unlike streaming services, which pay a minuscule amount to artists. One popular streaming service pays artists an average of $.004 ... Read More » Cinnaholic: $2 Old Skool Rolls All Day
Cinnaholic: $2 Old Skool RollsFriday, October 3, 2025 National Cinnamon Roll Day is on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Both Cinnabon and Cinnaholic have special deals, but please take note of the dates, because Cinnaholic is celebrating a day early. Cinnaholic Cinnaholic is celebrating National Cinnamon ... Read More » UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens Fall Plant SaleFriday, October 3, 2025 UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens is holding its fall plant sale from October 2-4, 2025. Thursday, October 2: 12 to 4 p.m. (Garden members and UNC Charlotte faculty/staff/students only) Friday, October 3: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, October ... Read More » Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreDaniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » | Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers All Day
Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customersSaturday, October 4, 2025 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 been around for many years and is a great ... Read More » Free Paper Shredding Day in York 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free Paper Shredding Day in YorkSaturday, October 4, 2025 Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents ... Read More » Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Haunted Candy Box 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Haunted Candy BoxSaturday, October 4, 2025 Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic ... Read More » Free paper shredding event in Pineville 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free paper shredding event in PinevilleSaturday, October 4, 2025 Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents ... Read More » | |||
Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customers All Day
Free museum admission first weekend of month for Bank of America/Merrill customersDailyThe 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 been around for many years and is a great ... Read More » Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreDaniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » 44th Annual Autumn Jubilee at Dan Nicholas Park 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
44th Annual Autumn Jubilee at Dan Nicholas ParkDailyRowan County's 44th Annual Autumn Jubilee takes place on October 4 and 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Dan Nicholas Park, 6800 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, North Carolina. This fall festival features live ... Read More » Sunday Fundays 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday FundaysWeekly on SundayGilde 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 headquarters for brewing ... Read More » | Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead Store 9:00 am to 9:45 am
Learning for Littles Story Time at Stowe's Trailhead StoreDaniel Stowe Conservancy is offering Learning for Littles Story Time at the Trailhead Store picnic area, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina. This outdoor, nature-themed learning experience is geared toward children ages 0-4 and ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Pilot Brewing Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. It is a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming ... Read More » Learn to make Arepas de Queso 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Learn to make Arepas de QuesoMonday, October 6, 2025 Image: Depositphotos Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, 2024, is a time to celebrate the rich and varied cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans, and the contributions that they have made to the ... Read More » | Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members get $10 off $30 Grubhub order All Day
Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members get $10 off $30 Grubhub orderTuesday, October 7, 2025 Grubhub+ $10 Off Deal All Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members can use promo code DEALS10 at checkout to redeem $10 off a $20 Grubhub order from October 7 and 8, 2025. Add the promo code at checkout ... Read More » National Taco Day deals All Day
National Taco Day dealsTuesday, October 7, 2025 Photo: depositphotos National Taco Day is a cause for celebration. It's a day to honor the taco, one of the most versatile and tasty foods. It takes place on the first Tuesday of October, which ... Read More » National Taco Day at Chuy's: Dress like a taco and get a free entrée All Day
National Taco Day at Chuy's: Dress like a taco and get a free entréeTuesday, October 7, 2025 Celebrate National Taco Day at Chuy's on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. It's time to dust off your taco costume. Dress like a taco, head to Chuy's, post a picture on social media and show your server. ... Read More » Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+ All Day
Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+Every 1 months on the 1st TuesdayPhoto: Depositphotos If you're age 55 or older, plan your Walgreens shopping for the first Tuesday of the month, which is Walgreens' Senior Day. On Senior Day, shoppers age 55+ receive 20% on all eligible regular-priced items. ... Read More » | Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members get $10 off $30 Grubhub order All Day
Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members get $10 off $30 Grubhub orderDailyGrubhub+ $10 Off Deal All Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members can use promo code DEALS10 at checkout to redeem $10 off a $20 Grubhub order from October 7 and 8, 2025. Add the promo code at checkout ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » | Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the gardenThursday, October 9, 2025 Photo courtesy of Wing Haven Wing Haven, 260 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC, is holding its Fall Plant Sale October 9 to 11, 2025. The plant sale is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » District One Fall Festival at Uptown's Disc Plaza 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
District One Fall Festival at Uptown's Disc PlazaThursday, October 9, 2025 District One Fall Festival takes place Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Disc Plaza (Trade and Tryon) in Uptown Charlotte. It's free to attend, and features: District Hops Beer Garden, with pours from ... Read More » ArtBreak at Bechtler Museum -- free guided lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at Bechtler Museum -- free guided lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC ArtBreak is a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour offered at the museums of Levine Center for the Arts. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience ... Read More » | Friday Morning Hike 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Friday Morning HikeWeekly on FridayQuest. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Quest is a nature center within Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Road, Huntersville, North Carolina. Quest is a destination for outdoor recreation and environmental education in North Mecklenburg County. Nestled inside the ... Read More » Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the gardenDailyPhoto courtesy of Wing Haven Wing Haven, 260 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC, is holding its Fall Plant Sale October 9 to 11, 2025. The plant sale is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Free Weekly Water Playgroup for Babies & Preschoolers at Charlotte Aquatics 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Free Weekly Water Playgroup for Babies & Preschoolers at Charlotte AquaticsFriday, October 10, 2025 Charlotte Aquatics, 7835 Little Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, hosts Splash About & Explore, a free water playgroup for babies and preschoolers, and their parents or caregivers. This class is for children ages 6 months to 5 ... Read More » | AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic 8:00 am to 10:45 am
Free Rabies Vaccination ClinicSaturday, October 11, 2025 Photo: Depositphotos Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control and Mecklenburg County Department of Public Health are sharing the information that the 8th positive rabies case has been identified in Mecklenburg County in 2025. Please get your pets ... Read More » Free Paper Shredding Day in Kannapolis 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free Paper Shredding Day in KannapolisSaturday, October 11, 2025 Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents ... Read More » Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wing Haven's Fall Plant Sale -- admission free to the gardenDailyPhoto courtesy of Wing Haven Wing Haven, 260 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC, is holding its Fall Plant Sale October 9 to 11, 2025. The plant sale is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The ... Read More » |
Cotton Ginning Days 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cotton Ginning DaysSunday, October 12, 2025 Cotton Ginning Days is an annual festival at Gaston County Park, 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC. It's presented by Gaston County Parks and Recreation and GAMTRA (Gaston Agriculture, Mechanical & Textile Restoration Association.) Exhibitors from ... Read More » Sunday Fundays 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday FundaysWeekly on SundayGilde 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 headquarters for brewing ... Read More » Sunny's Market Pop-Up Market -- Halloween Show 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sunny's Market Pop-Up Market -- Halloween ShowSunday, October 12, 2025 Sunny's Market is Kannapolis' biggest pop-up market. It takes place monthly at Atrium Health Ballpark, 1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, North Carolina, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Shop from over ... Read More » Free Figure Drawing 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Free Figure DrawingWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Free Range Brewing, 2320 North Davidson Street, hosts a number of free and inexpensive events every week. Some are regularly scheduled and recur every week or month, and some are special events. ... Read More » | Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Meditation Monday 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Meditation MondayMonday, October 13, 2025 Photo by S. Dees McDowell Nature Center is within McDowell Nature Preserve, at 15222 South York Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, in southwestern Mecklenburg County. The Nature Center features live native animals, a discovery hall, and a gift ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Pilot Brewing Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. It is a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming ... Read More » Free Fall Fitness Series on the SouthPark Loop 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Free Fall Fitness Series on the SouthPark LoopWeekly on MondayEvery Monday this October, get moving on the SouthPark Loop with a free community workout led by local fitness partners, made possible by Primary Spine Institute. Free fitness classes will take place on the Colony Apartment ... Read More » | Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 1:00 pm
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on Tuesday and SaturdayInnovation Barn, at 932 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a joint project by Envision Charlotte and the City of Charlotte, with the goal of transitioning Charlotte to a circular economy. It's a combination of ... Read More » | Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWednesday, October 15, 2025 Ruby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Wellness Wednesday Fitness Hike 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Wellness Wednesday Fitness HikeWeekly on WednesdayQuest. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Quest is a nature center within Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Road, Huntersville, North Carolina. Quest is a destination for outdoor recreation and environmental education in North Mecklenburg County. Nestled inside the ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » | Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Birding at Stevens Creek 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Birding at Stevens CreekWeekly on ThursdayStevens Creek Nature Center. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Stevens Creek Nature Center, at 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, is within Stevens Creek Nature Preserve. The nature center features live native animals, two classrooms (including one ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » ArtBreak at Mint Museum Uptown -- free guided lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at Mint Museum Uptown -- free guided lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC ArtBreak is a free, 30-minute, guided lunchtime tour offered at the museums of Levine Center for the Arts. This is a chance to take a break from your work day and experience ... Read More » | Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe Conservancy 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free Birding Walks on trails of Stowe ConservancyEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayDaniel Stowe Conservancy, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is hosting FREE Birding Walks on the trails outside of the Garden. If you wish to visit the Garden afterwards, you'll need to purchase ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Free Weekly Water Playgroup for Babies & Preschoolers at Charlotte Aquatics 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Free Weekly Water Playgroup for Babies & Preschoolers at Charlotte AquaticsWeekly on FridayCharlotte Aquatics, 7835 Little Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, hosts Splash About & Explore, a free water playgroup for babies and preschoolers, and their parents or caregivers. This class is for children ages 6 months to 5 ... Read More » | Carolina BalloonFest 7:00 am to 8:30 pm
Carolina BalloonFestSaturday, October 18, 2025 The 49th Annual Carolina BalloonFest takes place October 17-29, 2025, at Statesville Regional Airport, 531 Old Airport Road, Statesville, North Carolina. It's 45 miles from Charlotte. Friday, October 17: 3 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, October 18: 7 ... Read More » Pilates in the Park at Prosperity Village 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Pilates in the Park at Prosperity VillageSaturday, October 18, 2025 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Free fitness classes are offered on The Green at Prosperity Village, 5534 Docia Crossing Road, Charlotte, NC. Pilates in the Park -- Move, Connect, Refresh, sponsored by Dewless BloomSaturdays, once a month from ... Read More » Cars and Coffee Concord 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Cars and Coffee ConcordEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayCharlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. South, Concord, is hosting a monthly Cars and Coffee "cruise-in" event. They generally take place the 3rd Saturday of every month. Cars and Coffee will take place in the Speedway's Fan ... Read More » Free paper shredding with Mecklenburg County (must reserve a time slot) 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free paper shredding with Mecklenburg County (must reserve a time slot)Saturday, October 18, 2025 Shredding your documents is one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents ... Read More » |
Carolina BalloonFest 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Carolina BalloonFestSunday, October 19, 2025 The 49th Annual Carolina BalloonFest takes place October 17-29, 2025, at Statesville Regional Airport, 531 Old Airport Road, Statesville, North Carolina. It's 45 miles from Charlotte. Friday, October 17: 3 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, October 18: 7 ... Read More » Cars + Coffee: Trunk or Treat 8:30 am to 10:00 pm
Cars + Coffee: Trunk or TreatSunday, October 19, 2025 Image: Depositphotos Stowe Conservancy is hosting Cars + Coffee: Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. It takes place at the Trailhead Store, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North ... Read More » Sunday Fundays 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday FundaysWeekly on SundayGilde 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 headquarters for brewing ... Read More » Free Health Clinic 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Free Health ClinicSunday, October 19, 2025 The Hindu Center of Charlotte, at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is holding a monthly free health clinic, in an effort to serve uninsured community members. You can find Facebook events listed on Hindu ... Read More » | NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universitiesMonday, October 20, 2025 You might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 20 to 26, 2025, for applying to college. During that time period, 45 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Pilot Brewing Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. It is a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming ... Read More » | NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universitiesDailyYou might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 20 to 26, 2025, for applying to college. During that time period, 45 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » | Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Movie for Mature Audiences (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 4th WednesdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
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Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » | Matthews Playhouse's Haunted Trail -- "not so spooky" and "full fright" options, plus Halloween Fun Zone 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
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Skiptown BOO-Nanza: A Howl-oween Celebration for Pups & Their People (Check Skiptown for hours)Friday, October 24, 2025 Skiptown, at 222 Rampart Street, Charlotte, is a dog bar with 20,000+ square feet of indoor and outdoor off-leash play, an agility course, and bone broth dog beer. For humans there are 24 beers on tap ... Read More » NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universitiesDailyYou might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 20 to 26, 2025, for applying to college. During that time period, 45 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » | Matthews Playhouse's Haunted Trail -- "not so spooky" and "full fright" options, plus Halloween Fun Zone 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Matthews Playhouse's Haunted Trail -- "not so spooky" and "full fright" options, plus Halloween Fun ZoneDailyMatthews Playhouse is presenting its Halloween Haunted Trail from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, October 26, 2025. The trail is on Four Mile Creek Trail, behind the Matthews Community Center, 100 McDowell Street, Matthews. The popular ... Read More » Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costume All Day
Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costumeSaturday, October 25, 2025 Krispy Kreme is introducing a Trick or Treat Collection of doughnuts for the Halloween season! The limited-time collection will be available from October 6 to 31, 2025. In addition, this year Krispy Kreme is offering a ... Read More » AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater) All Day
AMC theatre Sensory-Friendly Family Movie (price and time can vary by theater)Every 1 months on the 4th SaturdayAMC Theatres has partnered with the Autism Society to offer sensory-friendly movie showings. On Wednesday evenings they show movies for mature audiences, and on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, they show family-friendly ... Read More » NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universitiesDailyYou might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 20 to 26, 2025, for applying to college. During that time period, 45 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will ... Read More » |
Matthews Playhouse's Haunted Trail -- "not so spooky" and "full fright" options, plus Halloween Fun Zone 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Matthews Playhouse's Haunted Trail -- "not so spooky" and "full fright" options, plus Halloween Fun ZoneDailyMatthews Playhouse is presenting its Halloween Haunted Trail from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, October 26, 2025. The trail is on Four Mile Creek Trail, behind the Matthews Community Center, 100 McDowell Street, Matthews. The popular ... Read More » NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universities All Day
NC Countdown to College: Application fees waived for many NC colleges and universitiesDailyYou might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 20 to 26, 2025, for applying to college. During that time period, 45 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will ... Read More » Skiptown BOO-Nanza: A Howl-oween Celebration for Pups & Their People (Check Skiptown for hours) All Day
Skiptown BOO-Nanza: A Howl-oween Celebration for Pups & Their People (Check Skiptown for hours)DailySkiptown, at 222 Rampart Street, Charlotte, is a dog bar with 20,000+ square feet of indoor and outdoor off-leash play, an agility course, and bone broth dog beer. For humans there are 24 beers on tap ... Read More » Trick or Treat at PetSmart 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Trick or Treat at PetSmartSunday, October 26, 2025 Photo: PetSmart PetSmart announced on Instagram and on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Trick or Treat for pets on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dress your pet (and yourself!) ... Read More » | Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Meditation Monday 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Meditation MondayEvery 1 monthsPhoto by S. Dees McDowell Nature Center is within McDowell Nature Preserve, at 15222 South York Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, in southwestern Mecklenburg County. The Nature Center features live native animals, a discovery hall, and a gift ... Read More » Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staff 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Night: 20% off tabs for teachers, faculty, staffWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Pilot Brewing Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. It is a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming ... Read More » | Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week) 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Library Mobile Food Pantry with Hope Street Food Pantry (click to see location each week)Weekly on TuesdayHope Street Food Pantry, at 4100 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, works to make sure that local families have enough to eat. It does that through regularly scheduled food distribution events at several locations. ... Read More » MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MODA Digital Arts Open Studio Oasis (pre-registration required)Weekly on Tuesday and ThursdayMODA, Mecca of Digital Arts, is a state-of-the-art studio and innovation lab at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, 551 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. MODA is designed to facilitate digital art by ... Read More » | Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on Wednesdays All Day
Students: buy one ticket get one free at Independent Picture House on WednesdaysWeekly on WednesdayIndependent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » ImaginOn Fall Festival 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
ImaginOn Fall FestivalWednesday, October 29, 2025 ImaginOn, 300 E 7th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is holding a Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2024, from 10:30 to 12 p.m. The event will start with a seasonal Family Storytime at 10:30 a.m., followed ... Read More » | Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall All Day
Great Elizabeth Pumpkin WallThursday, October 30, 2025 UPDATE: The Pumpkin Wall was blown over by the wind, but it's been rebuilt! You have two nights to visit it: October 30 and 31, 2025. The pumpkins will be removed November 1. The Great ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Birding at Stevens Creek 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Birding at Stevens CreekWeekly on ThursdayStevens Creek Nature Center. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Stevens Creek Nature Center, at 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, is within Stevens Creek Nature Preserve. The nature center features live native animals, two classrooms (including one ... Read More » Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family Farm 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Pumpkin Patch at Hodges Family FarmWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayHodges Family Farm, at 3780 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the oldest farms in Charlotte that's still operating, serving the community for over 100 years. Many children have visited their famous ... Read More » | Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops All Day
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoopsFriday, October 31, 2025 Photo: Baskin-Robbins On the 31st of every month (that has 31 days), Baskin Robbins is offering 31% off scoops all day at participating locations. Waffle cones, toppings and sundaes are excluded from the discount. The discount is only ... Read More » Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costume All Day
Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costumeFriday, October 31, 2025 Krispy Kreme is introducing a Trick or Treat Collection of doughnuts for the Halloween season! The limited-time collection will be available from October 6 to 31, 2025. In addition, this year Krispy Kreme is offering a ... Read More » Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employees All Day
Ruby Sunshine offering free meals to federal employeesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayRuby Sunshine is responding to the federal government shutdown by offering federal employees a free entrée. The offer is valid Monday to Friday through October, at all locations. Show your federal employee ID to qualify for ... Read More » Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall All Day
Great Elizabeth Pumpkin WallDailyUPDATE: The Pumpkin Wall was blown over by the wind, but it's been rebuilt! You have two nights to visit it: October 30 and 31, 2025. The pumpkins will be removed November 1. The Great ... Read More » |
