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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 » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » Disc Golf League 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Disc Golf LeagueWeekly on WednesdayHeist Brewery's second location, Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts, is at 1030 Woodward Avenue, next to Camp North End. Follow Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts' Facebook page or website calendar for a list of upcoming events ... 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 parksEvery 2 months on the 1st ThursdayTrails 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 » 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 parksEvery 2 months on the 1st ThursdayTrails 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 » ArtBreak at the Gantt: Free lunchtime tour 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
ArtBreak at the Gantt: Free lunchtime tourEvery 1 months on the 1st 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 » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... 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 » 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 1st 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 » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation 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 » Mecktoberfest at OMB Ballantyne 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB BallantyneFriday, October 3, 2025 Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... 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 » 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 » Fall Artisan Market at Anne Springs Close Greenway (cost is per car) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fall Artisan Market at Anne Springs Close Greenway (cost is per car)Saturday, October 4, 2025 Anne Springs Close Greenway, at 2573 Lake Haigler Drive, Fort Mill, South Carolina, is holds several artisan markets throughout the year. There's no admission charge, but parking is $5 per vehicle for Greenway members and ... Read More » Free Tai Chi Class with Taiji Matthews 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free Tai Chi Class with Taiji MatthewsWeekly on SaturdayTaiji Matthews, in partnership with The Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource Department, is offering free Tai Chi classes at Stumptown Park, 120 S Trade Street, Matthews, NC, on Saturdays, starting on April ... 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 » Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place ScienceEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Discovery Place has announced that it is offering sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science, 168 W 6th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, the first Sunday of the month, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 ... Read More » Front Porch Sundays 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Front Porch SundaysEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayPhoto courtesy of Front Porch Sundays Front Porch Sundays, a popular monthly vendor market, takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month, from April to December, 2025. Front Porch Sundays ... Read More » Charlotte Nerd & Nom Market: Wizard Edition 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Charlotte Nerd & Nom Market: Wizard EditionSunday, October 5, 2025 Charlotte Nerd and Nom Market (formerly known as Geek and Grub Market) is a celebration of all things geek! Play giant games, eat great food, and purchase geeky items from an array of local geek-themed ... Read More » | Mecktoberfest at OMB Ballantyne 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB BallantyneMonday, October 6, 2025 Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... 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 MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... 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 » 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 StoreTuesday, October 7, 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 » 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 » | 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 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 » Pawsitively Matthews 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Pawsitively MatthewsWednesday, October 8, 2025 Pawsitively Matthews is a free event on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews. There will be lots of pet-friendly vendors, as well as food ... Read More » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... 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 » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... 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 » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food DistributionWeekly on ThursdayHope 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 » | Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation 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 » Cotton Ginning Days 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cotton Ginning DaysFriday, October 10, 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 » Mecktoberfest at OMB Ballantyne 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Mecktoberfest at OMB BallantyneWeekly on Friday and SaturdayOlde Mecklenburg Brewery, is hosting Mecktoberfest for four weekends in 2024, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 12to 14, and from September ... Read More » Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture BrewingWeekly on FridayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... 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 Clinic at Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control 8:00 am to 10:45 am
Free Rabies Clinic at Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & ControlEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayPhoto: Depositphotos Rabies vaccination is required by North Carolina and South Carolina law for all cats, dogs and ferrets over four months of age. Even if the city or county you live in doesn't require your ... Read More » Free Tai Chi Class with Taiji Matthews 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free Tai Chi Class with Taiji MatthewsWeekly on SaturdayTaiji Matthews, in partnership with The Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource Department, is offering free Tai Chi classes at Stumptown Park, 120 S Trade Street, Matthews, NC, on Saturdays, starting on April ... Read More » St. Luke's Fall Festival 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
St. Luke's Fall FestivalSaturday, October 11, 2025 St. Luke's Annual Fall Festival takes place Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at St. Luke Catholic Church, 13700 Lawyers Road, Mint Hill, NC. Admission is free. The festival features: Food: American, authentic Hispanic, ... 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 » 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 » QC Fitness Games 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
QC Fitness GamesWeekly on SundayPhoto courtesy of Queen City Fitness Games Queen City Fitness Games is holding a low-priced, gamified workout session every Sunday at 11 a.m. at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The exception will be ... Read More » Birkdale Village Commons Market: A Pop Up Market presented by Shop Local QC 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Birkdale Village Commons Market: A Pop Up Market presented by Shop Local QCEvery 1 months on the 2nd SundayPhoto: Shop Local QC Discover the best of local shopping at the Birkdale Village Commons Market, happening every second Sunday from March through October, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curated by Shop Local QC, this lively ... 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 MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » Nerd Night + Free Pizza 7:00 pm
Nerd Night + Free PizzaWeekly on MondayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... 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 » Free Tuesday at Schiele Museum 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Free Tuesday at Schiele MuseumEvery 1 months on the 2nd TuesdayThe Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, North Carolina, is probably familiar to many kids, who visit it for school field trips. If your child hasn't visited ... 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 » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » Disc Golf League 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Disc Golf LeagueWeekly on WednesdayHeist Brewery's second location, Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts, is at 1030 Woodward Avenue, next to Camp North End. Follow Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts' Facebook page or website calendar for a list of upcoming events ... 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 » Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... 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 » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food DistributionWeekly on ThursdayHope 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 » | 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 » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation 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 » Children's Entrepreneur Market -- part of Mint Hill Madness 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Children's Entrepreneur Market -- part of Mint Hill MadnessFriday, October 17, 2025 Photo courtesy of Children's Entrepreneur Market Children's Entrepreneur Market is a series of events where children can gain firsthand experience operating a small business. The program has taken place in 225 cities, with at least 408 ... Read More » Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture BrewingWeekly on FridayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... 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 » Mush, Music & Mutts: NC's Liver Mush Festival 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Mush, Music & Mutts: NC's Liver Mush FestivalSaturday, October 18, 2025 Photo courtesy of Cleveland County NC Liver Mush Festival: Mush, Music & Mutts is an annual festival in Uptown Shelby, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and ... 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. The health clinic will offer: Health consultation Medicine assistance Blood work ... Read More » Neighborhood Cleanup 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Neighborhood CleanupWeekly on SundayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » QC Fitness Games 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
QC Fitness GamesWeekly on SundayPhoto courtesy of Queen City Fitness Games Queen City Fitness Games is holding a low-priced, gamified workout session every Sunday at 11 a.m. at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The exception will be ... Read More » Charlotte Chalk Art Festival 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Charlotte Chalk Art FestivalDailyCharlotte Chalk Art Festival is a FREE, family-friendly 2-day festival on October 18 and 19, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day. It takes place at NoDa Brewing Company, 150 W 32nd Street, Charlotte, ... 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 MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » Nerd Night + Free Pizza 7:00 pm
Nerd Night + Free PizzaWeekly on MondayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... 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 StoreTuesday, October 21, 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 » 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 » | 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 » Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool children 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Birkdale Buds -- activities for preschool childrenWeekly on WednesdayBirkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from April 2 to October 23, 2025. The event takes place in ... Read More » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » | Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teens 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Free "Explore Creative Art" classes for adults and teensWeekly on ThursdayASC Culture Blocks, funded by Mecklenburg County, offers many free classes for all ages, including fitness, art, music, dancing and more. See all of the Culture Blocks offerings. Adele Greenfield is teaching a free class, "Explore ... 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 » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food DistributionWeekly on ThursdayHope 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 » Yappy Hour Thurstdays 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Yappy Hour ThurstdaysWeekly on ThursdaySouthern Strain Brewing Company is a small batch, craft brewery and taproom with two locations: 165 Brumley Avenue, Ste. 3001, Concord, NC 1800 Central Venue, Ste A1, Charlotte, NC (in Plaza Midwood next to the Harris Teeter) Both ... Read More » | Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation 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 » Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture BrewingWeekly on FridayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... Read More » Downtown Oakboro Cruise-In 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Downtown Oakboro Cruise-InEvery 1 months on the 4th FridayStock image. Depositphotos The Town of Oakboro, North Carolina, is in Stanly County, 34 miles to the east of Charlotte, past Midland and Locust, but before you get to Albemarle. It hosts a cruise-in the 4th ... Read More » Matthews Beats 'n Bites Outdoor Concert: Groove Machine 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Matthews Beats 'n Bites Outdoor Concert: Groove MachineFriday, October 24, 2025 Image: Depositphotos The Town of Matthews is presenting Beats 'n Bites, an outdoor concert series. They events will take place the last Friday of the month from March to May, 2025, and then will return four more ... 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 » Caffeine and Chrome -- and trunk or treat 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Caffeine and Chrome -- and trunk or treatSaturday, October 25, 2025 Stock image. Depositphotos Gateway Classic Cars of Concord, at 7045 Aviation Blvd, Concord, NC, hosts a monthly car show, Caffeine and Chrome. It takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is open to the ... Read More » Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Community Book Sale 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Community Book SaleSaturday, October 25, 2025 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library holds Community Book Sales throughout the year. These sales are a great way to find new and gently used books for yourself and for gifts. Fiction, non-fiction and children's materials are available. Pricing ... Read More » LKN Cars and Coffee 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
LKN Cars and CoffeeEvery 1 months on the 4th SaturdayLost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, brings craft beers to Lake Norman. They also host frequent events. You can find all the upcoming events on their Facebook page or website calendar. Upcoming Events Christmas in JulySaturday, ... Read More » |
QC Fitness Games 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
QC Fitness GamesWeekly on SundayPhoto courtesy of Queen City Fitness Games Queen City Fitness Games is holding a low-priced, gamified workout session every Sunday at 11 a.m. at Pearl Street Park, 1200 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC. The exception will be ... Read More » Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End (free to attend; pay for food and drink) 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Boileryard Brunch at Camp North End (free to attend; pay for food and drink)Every 1 months on the 4th SundayPhoto courtesy of Kiara the Innovator On Sunday, June 27, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., the Boileryard district of Camp North End is hosting Boileryard Brunch. The best address is 1824 Stateville, Avenue, Charlotte, North ... Read More » Craft Music -- Workshop and Showcase from Charlotte New Music: Songwriting 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Craft Music -- Workshop and Showcase from Charlotte New Music: SongwritingSunday, October 26, 2025 Charlotte New Music provides space for creation, performance, access, and education in contemporary and original music. The organization's offerings include concerts, festivals, innovative music experiences, cross-disciplinary collaborations, educational events, professional development for artists. Charlotte New Music ... Read More » Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Party in the Park at Mint Museum RandolphSunday, October 26, 2025 Photo courtesy of Mint Museum Party in the Park takes place at Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, on select Sundays in the spring, summer and fall of 2025, from 1 to 5 ... 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 MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue. They are a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing. Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayTown Brewing Company is at 800 Grandin Road, in the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, near Morehead Street and Freedom Drive. You'll find Town Brewing's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Sip and Stitch by Charlotte YarnSunday, July 27, 20251 ... Read More » Karaoke at Starlight on 22nd 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Starlight on 22ndWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Starlight on 22nd Starlight on 22nd, at 422 E. 22nd Street, Charlotte, boasts a relaxed lounge atmosphere, and beer, wine, spirits and art. Free parking is available in the secure gravel lot across the ... Read More » Nerd Night + Free Pizza 7:00 pm
Nerd Night + Free PizzaWeekly on MondayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... 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 » Family Bingo Night at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers in Concord 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Family Bingo Night at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers in ConcordEvery 1 months on the 4th TuesdayOnce a month, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, 8475 Pit Stop Court NW, Concord, North Carolina, hosts Bingo Night. On the 4th Tuesday of the month, from 5 to 8 p.m., bring the whole family 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 » Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West Complex 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays at the West ComplexWeekly on WednesdayJCSU Conference and Event Services is presenting a weekly event, Golden Bull Bite Wednesdays, every Wednesday from April 30 to October 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to The West Complex, 1600 ... Read More » Disc Golf League 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Disc Golf LeagueWeekly on WednesdayHeist Brewery's second location, Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts, is at 1030 Woodward Avenue, next to Camp North End. Follow Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts' Facebook page or website calendar for a list of upcoming events ... Read More » Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to Uptown museums 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to Uptown museumsWeekly on WednesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC 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 Arts -- Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum ... 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 » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food DistributionWeekly on ThursdayHope 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 » Yappy Hour Thurstdays 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Yappy Hour ThurstdaysWeekly on ThursdaySouthern Strain Brewing Company is a small batch, craft brewery and taproom with two locations: 165 Brumley Avenue, Ste. 3001, Concord, NC 1800 Central Venue, Ste A1, Charlotte, NC (in Plaza Midwood next to the Harris Teeter) Both ... Read More » Monster Mash Concert and Trick or Treat Event 6:00 pm
Monster Mash Concert and Trick or Treat EventThursday, October 30, 2025 The City of Gastonia's Summer Concert Series is returning in 2025. The concerts were announced on the Gastonia East Rotary Facebook page, and that is a good place to look for updates. These free concerts ... 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 » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 9:00 am
Free Public Tour of Innovation BarnWeekly on FridayInnovation 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 » Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture BrewingWeekly on FridayResident Culture Brewing Company is at 2101 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. The South End location has closed. They often host events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Food Truck ... Read More » University City Food Truck Friday 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
University City Food Truck FridayWeekly on FridayArmored Cow Brewing, in University City, at 8821 JW Clay Boulevard, features both gluten-free and traditional beers. It often hosts food trucks and events. You can see all their upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check ... Read More » |