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1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flights
1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flightsWeekly on ThursdayLenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten-free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers. Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see ... Read More » Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance Class 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance ClassWeekly on Tuesday and ThursdayCharlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks -- a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg ... Read More » Mission City Church's Food Pantry Distribution Event 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Mission City Church's Food Pantry Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 1st ThursdayPhoto: Depositphotos Mission City Church, 608 Valleydale Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, holds regularly scheduled food pantry distribution events. They are held the first and third Thursdays of each month, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. They're currently ... Read More » Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: African Drumming 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: African DrummingWeekly on ThursdayCharlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks -- a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg ... Read More » | Free NC Missions of Mercy (NC MOM) Dental Clinic 6:00 am
Free NC Missions of Mercy (NC MOM) Dental ClinicDailyPhoto: Depositphotos North Carolina Dental Society Foundation is holding a North Carolina Missions of Mercy (NC MOM) Clinic at City Church, 3100 City Church Street, Gastonia, North Carolina, on October 2 and 3, 2026. This is ... Read More » Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classes 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classesWeekly on FridayProvided by Baran Dance. Left photo by Butch Delatina. Baran Dance and the Cambodian Legacy Project are collaborating to present a FREE community dance class. Move Beyond brings contemporary and Cambodian dance together. Move Beyond is a ... Read More » Oktoberfest at Gilde Brewery 10:00 am to 11:59 pm
Oktoberfest at Gilde BreweryWeekly on Friday and SaturdayGilde Brewery, 3520 Dewitt Lane, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting three full weekends of Oktoberfest festivities. It's free to attend. Oktoberfest takes place from open to close on these days: September 18 to 20, 2026 September 25 to ... Read More » The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms 10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum MomsEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayDear Soul Music Co. is presenting The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms. The Soft Return is a FREE bi-weekly program designed to support caregivers and their infants through restorative and intentional community. Read on ... Read More » | BOOM Fall Fringe Festival 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
BOOM Fall Fringe FestivalSaturday, October 3, 2026 The first ever BOOM Fall Fringe Festival features some of the best-received shows from the last 2 annual BOOM Charlotte festivals. BOOM Fall Fringe takes place October 3 and 4, 2026, at VAPA Center, 700 ... Read More » The Catawba Riversweep All Day
The Catawba RiversweepSaturday, October 3, 2026 The Catawba Riversweep is one day a year when citizens from all over the Catawba-Wateree River Basin come together to clean up their shared waterways. The Catawba Riversweep takes place October 3, 2026. It will ... 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 customersDailyPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC 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 ... Read More » College Football Saturdays
College Football SaturdaysWeekly on SaturdayOpenTap, at 5010 Carmel Center Drive, Charlotte, NC, is a self-pour facility with 64 taps. Besides beer, you can find non-alcoholic drinks, including soda, kombucha, and non-alcoholic craft beer. The venue hosts food trucks seven ... Read More » | ||||
BOOM Fall Fringe Festival 12:00 pm to 7:30 pm
BOOM Fall Fringe FestivalSunday, October 4, 2026 The first ever BOOM Fall Fringe Festival features some of the best-received shows from the last 2 annual BOOM Charlotte festivals. BOOM Fall Fringe takes place October 3 and 4, 2026, at VAPA Center, 700 ... Read More » Cinnaholic: Buy one get one free Cinnamon Rolls All Day
Cinnaholic: Buy one get one free Cinnamon RollsSunday, October 4, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos National Cinnamon Roll Day is on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Both Cinnaholic and Cinnabon have special deals for the food holiday. Cinnaholic Cinnaholic is celebrating National Cinnamon Roll Day on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at ... 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 customersDailyPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC 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 ... Read More » Cinnabon: $1 Classic Roll
Cinnabon: $1 Classic RollSunday, October 4, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos National Cinnamon Roll Day is on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Both Cinnaholic and Cinnabon have special deals for the food holiday. Cinnaholic Cinnaholic is celebrating National Cinnamon Roll Day on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at ... Read More » | Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on MondayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » Busy Beetles Bug Hunt 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Busy Beetles Bug HuntMonday, October 5, 2026 Stevens 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 » Mindful Mondays: 20% off N/A beers and alcohol free drinks 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Mindful Mondays: 20% off N/A beers and alcohol free drinksWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 events. ... Read More » Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Ballet 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm
Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior BalletWeekly on MondayCharlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks -- a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg ... Read More » | National Taco Day deals All Day
National Taco Day dealsTuesday, October 6, 2026 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 is ... 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 6, 2026 Celebrate National Taco Day at Chuy's on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. 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 » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on TuesdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... 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 » Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchase All Day
Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchaseWeekly on WednesdayPhoto courtesy of IKEA Bring the kids to IKEA to eat at IKEA's Swedish Restaurant. You'll find IKEA at 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. There are several opportunities for kids to eat free. To take advantage ... Read More » Registration opens for Oct. 17 Under-Canopied Tree Adoption 10:00 am
Registration opens for Oct. 17 Under-Canopied Tree AdoptionWednesday, October 7, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC TreesCharlotte, an organization dedicated to increasing Charlotte's tree canopy, holds several free Tree Adoption events every year. At these events, Mecklenburg County residents can receive free trees, as well as training on ... Read More » Pop Up Food Share with Nourish Up 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Pop Up Food Share with Nourish UpWednesday, October 7, 2026 Two long-standing non-profits, Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays, joined together to form Nourish Up. The organization provides groceries to neighbors in need in Mecklenburg County through the largest network of food pantries in North ... Read More » | 1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flights
1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flightsWeekly on ThursdayLenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten-free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers. Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see ... 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 » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on ThursdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » ImaginOn's Super Saturday Birth-YAY Party 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
ImaginOn's Super Saturday Birth-YAY PartyThursday, October 8, 2026 ImaginOn, at 300 E 7th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is throwing a party to celebrate its Birth-YAY on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The party is free to attend. Birth-YAY Celebration From 11 ... Read More » | Cotton Ginning Days 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cotton Ginning DaysDailyCotton 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.) The festival ... Read More » Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classes 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classesWeekly on FridayProvided by Baran Dance. Left photo by Butch Delatina. Baran Dance and the Cambodian Legacy Project are collaborating to present a FREE community dance class. Move Beyond brings contemporary and Cambodian dance together. Move Beyond is a ... Read More » Pop Up Food Share with Nourish Up 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Pop Up Food Share with Nourish UpFriday, October 9, 2026 Two long-standing non-profits, Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays, joined together to form Nourish Up. The organization provides groceries to neighbors in need in Mecklenburg County through the largest network of food pantries in North ... 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 2026, two weekends at each of their locations: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery LoSo, 4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC, is hosting Mecktoberfest on September 11 to 13, and from ... 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 » College Football Saturdays
College Football SaturdaysWeekly on SaturdayOpenTap, at 5010 Carmel Center Drive, Charlotte, NC, is a self-pour facility with 64 taps. Besides beer, you can find non-alcoholic drinks, including soda, kombucha, and non-alcoholic craft beer. The venue hosts food trucks seven ... Read More » McAdenville Oktoberfest 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
McAdenville OktoberfestSaturday, October 10, 2026 115 Craft is presenting the 2nd annual McAdenville Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free. It will take place at 115 Main Street, McAdenville, North Carolina. McAdenville Oktoberfest will ... Read More » AutoBarn's Classic Cars & Coffee 8:00 am to 10:00 am
AutoBarn's Classic Cars & CoffeeEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayStock image. Depositphotos AutoBarn Classic Cars is hosting Classic Cars & Coffee the 2nd Saturday of each month, at 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at at Gibson Mill, 325 McGill Avenue NW, Concord, North Carolina. Registration and ... Read More » |
MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchase All Day
MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchaseDailyCheck back soon for more deals! Read More » Cotton Ginning Days 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cotton Ginning DaysSunday, October 11, 2026 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.) The festival ... Read More » The Collectors Showcase 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Collectors ShowcaseSunday, October 11, 2026 The Collectors Showcase will be at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4751 NC-49, Concord, North Carolina, from October 9 to 11, 2026 Friday: 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 ... Read More » | MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchase All Day
MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchaseDailyCheck back soon for more deals! Read More » Fall Sale at City Thrift: Almost everything is 50% off 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Fall Sale at City Thrift: Almost everything is 50% offMonday, October 12, 2026 Photo courtesy of City Thrift City Thrift is a 25,000 square-foot store at 6029 South Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina. This is City Thrift's first store in North Carolina. City Thrift is known for its modern, organized, and ... Read More » Pop Up Food Share with Nourish Up 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Pop Up Food Share with Nourish UpMonday, October 12, 2026 Two long-standing non-profits, Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays, joined together to form Nourish Up. The organization provides groceries to neighbors in need in Mecklenburg County through the largest network of food pantries in North ... Read More » Free paper shredding event 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Free paper shredding eventMonday, October 12, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos 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 ... Read More » | Free slider at Dave's Hot Chicken All Day
Free slider at Dave's Hot ChickenTuesday, October 13, 2026 Dave’s Hot Chicken is giving away a FREE Chicken Slider on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. No purchase required. The free slider is available only on Dave's Hot Chicken app, in-store, at participating restaurants. Dave's Hot Chicken ... Read More » MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchase All Day
MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchaseDailyCheck back soon for more deals! Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on TuesdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » Fall Festival, with costume parade 10:15 am to 12:15 pm
Fall Festival, with costume paradeTuesday, October 13, 2026 University City Regional Library, at 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is holding a Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m. Children can come dressed as their favorite ... 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 » MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchase All Day
MyLowe's Money Day: Earn MyLowe's Money with purchaseDailyCheck back soon for more deals! Read More » Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchase All Day
Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchaseWeekly on WednesdayPhoto courtesy of IKEA Bring the kids to IKEA to eat at IKEA's Swedish Restaurant. You'll find IKEA at 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. There are several opportunities for kids to eat free. To take advantage ... Read More » | 1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flights
1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flightsWeekly on ThursdayLenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten-free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers. Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on ThursdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance Class 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance ClassWeekly on Tuesday and ThursdayCharlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks -- a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg ... Read More » Mission City Church's Food Pantry Distribution Event 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Mission City Church's Food Pantry Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayPhoto: Depositphotos Mission City Church, 608 Valleydale Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, holds regularly scheduled food pantry distribution events. They are held the first and third Thursdays of each month, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. They're currently ... Read More » | Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classes 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classesWeekly on FridayProvided by Baran Dance. Left photo by Butch Delatina. Baran Dance and the Cambodian Legacy Project are collaborating to present a FREE community dance class. Move Beyond brings contemporary and Cambodian dance together. Move Beyond is a ... Read More » The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms 10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum MomsEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayDear Soul Music Co. is presenting The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms. The Soft Return is a FREE bi-weekly program designed to support caregivers and their infants through restorative and intentional community. Read on ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 11:00 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 » | Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » College Football Saturdays
College Football SaturdaysWeekly on SaturdayOpenTap, at 5010 Carmel Center Drive, Charlotte, NC, is a self-pour facility with 64 taps. Besides beer, you can find non-alcoholic drinks, including soda, kombucha, and non-alcoholic craft beer. The venue hosts food trucks seven ... Read More » Yard Give -- everything is free 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Yard Give -- everything is freeSaturday, October 17, 2026 The Grove Presbyterian Church, 5735 E. WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting their Yard Give on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. It's like a yard sale, but everything is ... 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, presented by Hendrick Cars. They generally take place the 3rd Saturday of every month. Cars and Coffee will take place ... Read More » |
Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » Open Play Mahjong 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Open Play MahjongWeekly on SundayNoDa Brewing Company, at 150 W 32nd Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, hosts many free events. Check out NoDa Brewing Company's Facebook page for information on events like trivia, beer releases, run club and more. Here are ... Read More » Meet the Spooky Pets 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Meet the Spooky PetsSunday, October 18, 2026 Photo: PetSmart PetSmart announced on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Tricks for Treats on October 17, and October 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Dress your pet (and yourself!) ... Read More » Carve Pumpkins in the Garden 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Carve Pumpkins in the GardenSunday, October 18, 2026 Monday Night Brewing Garden Co., at 2217 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, features 40 taps, a lounge, and an outside space with fire pits and outdoor games. You can find a list of their upcoming ... Read More » | KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on MondayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » Mindful Mondays: 20% off N/A beers and alcohol free drinks 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Mindful Mondays: 20% off N/A beers and alcohol free drinksWeekly on MondayPilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 events. ... Read More » | KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on TuesdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution at Plaza Midwood Library 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Hope Street Food Pantry Food Distribution at Plaza Midwood LibraryTuesday, October 20, 2026 Hope 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. You ... 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 » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchase All Day
Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchaseWeekly on WednesdayPhoto courtesy of IKEA Bring the kids to IKEA to eat at IKEA's Swedish Restaurant. You'll find IKEA at 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. There are several opportunities for kids to eat free. To take advantage ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » | KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » 1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flights
1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flightsWeekly on ThursdayLenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten-free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers. Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see ... 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 » | Drafty Kilt Day: Wear a kilt to the taproom for a free pour of Drafty Kilt! All Day
Drafty Kilt Day: Wear a kilt to the taproom for a free pour of Drafty Kilt!Friday, October 23, 2026 Monday Night Brewing Garden Co., at 2217 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, features 40 taps, a lounge, and an outside space with fire pits and outdoor games. You can find a list of their upcoming ... Read More » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classes 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classesWeekly on FridayProvided by Baran Dance. Left photo by Butch Delatina. Baran Dance and the Cambodian Legacy Project are collaborating to present a FREE community dance class. Move Beyond brings contemporary and Cambodian dance together. Move Beyond is a ... Read More » | Skiptown BOO-Nanza: Dog Costume Contests and more (contests at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.) All Day
Skiptown BOO-Nanza: Dog Costume Contests and more (contests at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.)Weekly on SaturdaySkiptown, 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 » 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 » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » |
KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Charlotte Craft Beer Week All Day
Charlotte Craft Beer WeekDailyCharlotte Craft Beer Week, from October 16 to 25, 2026, is a celebration of the Queen City’s craft beer culture and brewers. Many events are planned for Craft Beer Week, including brewery crawls in various neighborhoods, ... Read More » NoDa Neighborhood Vintage Market 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
NoDa Neighborhood Vintage MarketSunday, October 25, 2026 Happy Camper NoDa, at 2918 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting NoDa Neighborhood Vintage Market on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come shop, hang out, and enjoy a laid-back ... Read More » Tricks for Treats at PetSmart 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tricks for Treats at PetSmartSunday, October 25, 2026 Photo: PetSmart PetSmart announced on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Tricks for Treats on October 17, and October 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Dress your pet (and yourself!) ... Read More » | QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon All Day
QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full MoonMonday, October 26, 2026 For every monthly full moon in 2026, QDOBA is offering a FREE order of Chips & Queso with the purchase of a full-size entrée at participating locations. The freebie is a medium (4-oz.) order. To redeem ... Read More » Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall All Day
Great Elizabeth Pumpkin WallDailyPhoto by Sharon Welling The Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall has become a much-loved tradition, not just for Elizabeth residents, but for many others in the community. It's a giant display of dozens of carved pumpkins, and ... Read More » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on MondayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » | KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on TuesdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms 10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum MomsEvery 1 months on the 4th TuesdayDear Soul Music Co. is presenting The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms. The Soft Return is a FREE bi-weekly program designed to support caregivers and their infants through restorative and intentional community. Read on ... Read More » Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance Class 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Drop-In Dance Class from Charlotte Ballet: Senior Dance ClassWeekly on Tuesday and ThursdayCharlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks -- a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg ... 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 » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchase All Day
Kids eat free at IKEA Swedish Restaurant, with adult entrée purchaseWeekly on WednesdayPhoto courtesy of IKEA Bring the kids to IKEA to eat at IKEA's Swedish Restaurant. You'll find IKEA at 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. There are several opportunities for kids to eat free. To take advantage ... Read More » | KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » 1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flights
1/2 off chips & queso and $10 flightsWeekly on ThursdayLenny Boy Brewing Co., at 3000 South Tryon Street, is known for its organic kombucha, as well as gluten-free wild ales, gluten-reduced beer, sours, and traditional ales & lagers. Follow Lenny Boy on Facebook to see ... Read More » Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre Skills 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Children's Theatre of Charlotte: Life Skills Through Theatre SkillsWeekly on ThursdayChildren's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with "Life Skills Through Theatre Skills" ... Read More » ImaginOn Fall Festival: Trick or treat, storytime, more 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
ImaginOn Fall Festival: Trick or treat, storytime, moreThursday, October 29, 2026 ImaginOn, 300 E 7th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Festival on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is recommended for kids ages 5 and under. This is ... Read More » | Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costume All Day
Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut if you wear a costumeDailyCourtesy of Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme is introducing a limited time Looney Tunes Lab Dozen for just three days, October 13 to 15, 2026. Available for three days only, Oct. 13-15, at participating U.S. shops, the ... Read More » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classes 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Move Beyond: Learn Contemporary and Cambodian Dance in free classesWeekly on FridayProvided by Baran Dance. Left photo by Butch Delatina. Baran Dance and the Cambodian Legacy Project are collaborating to present a FREE community dance class. Move Beyond brings contemporary and Cambodian dance together. Move Beyond is a ... Read More » Free Public Tour of Innovation Barn 11:00 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 » | Teri Kidz Consignment Sale 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Teri Kidz Consignment SaleSaturday, October 31, 2026 Teri Kidz Consignment Sale is a huge sale, with over 400 consigning families, with over 80,000 items, at prizes 75% to 90% off retail. The sale is on over 35,000 square feet of space. This event ... Read More » Halloween food freebies and deals All Day
Halloween food freebies and dealsSaturday, October 31, 2026 Illustration: Depositphotos Enjoy some free stuff (and some cheap stuff) on Halloween or around Halloween with this list of freebies and deals. Make sure to click on the links for necessary details. Participation varies by location. Unless ... Read More » Skiptown BOO-Nanza: Dog Costume Contests and more (contests at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.) All Day
Skiptown BOO-Nanza: Dog Costume Contests and more (contests at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.)Weekly on SaturdaySkiptown, 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 » KFC: 13 days of scary good deals All Day
KFC: 13 days of scary good dealsDailyKFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals from October 19 to 31, 2026, with a new deal available each day at participating locations. The deals are only available for ... Read More » |
