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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, November 1, 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: Excavator 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: ExcavatorSaturday, November 1, 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 » AutoBarn Annual Fall Cruise-In and Trunk or Treat 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
AutoBarn Annual Fall Cruise-In and Trunk or TreatSaturday, November 1, 2025 AutoBarn Classic Cars is hosting their Annual Fall Cruise-In and Trunk or Treat on November 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Gibson Mill, 325 McGill Avenue NW, Concord, North Carolina. Registration and attendance ... Read More » Drop Dead 5K (code for 25% off available) 9:00 am
Drop Dead 5K (code for 25% off available)Saturday, November 1, 2025 Drop Dead 5K at Elwood/Pinewood Cemetery in Charlotte. Photo by Austin Caine The 5th annual Drop Dead 5K is on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 9 a.m., at Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery, 700 West 6th Street, ... Read More » | ||||||
Downtown Belmont Veterans Day Celebration (check back soon for time) All Day
Downtown Belmont Veterans Day Celebration (check back soon for time)Sunday, November 2, 2025 Downtown Belmont is hosting an early Veterans Day Celebration on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Time TBA. It will take place in the Upper Field of Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, North Carolina. This free ... 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 » 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 » 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 » | Family Nature Hour: Secrets of the Pumpkin 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Family Nature Hour: Secrets of the PumpkinMonday, November 3, 2025 Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... 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. 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. 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 BlocktoberfestSaturday, September 13, 202511 a.m. to 11 p.m.Free Stein Holding ... 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 » 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 » Ed's Dinosaurs Live at ImaginOn 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Ed's Dinosaurs Live at ImaginOnEvery 1 months on the 1st TuesdayThe first Tuesday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ed's Dinosaurs Live comes to ImaginOn, 300 E Seventh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. This is a free program for children up to age 11. Photo ... 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 » 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, November 5, 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 » 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 » | Birding at Stevens Creek 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Birding at Stevens CreekWeekly on ThursdayMecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... 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 » 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 » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)Friday, November 7, 2025 The North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » Friday Fire and S'mores 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Friday Fire and S'moresFriday, November 7, 2025 Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... Read More » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 Paper Shredding Day in Gastonia 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free Paper Shredding Day in GastoniaSaturday, November 8, 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 Paper Shredding Day in Indian Trail 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free Paper Shredding Day in Indian TrailSaturday, November 8, 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 » |
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... Read More » Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Warbirds Over Monroe Air ShowSunday, November 9, 2025 Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show is an exciting and family-friendly Veterans Day celebration. It takes place November 8 and 9, 2025, at the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport, 3900 Paul J Helms Drive, Monroe, North Carolina. The air ... 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 » 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 » | 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. 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. 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 BlocktoberfestSaturday, September 13, 202511 a.m. to 11 p.m.Free Stein Holding ... 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 » Comedy Open Mic 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Comedy Open MicWeekly on MondayTriple C Brewing Company, 2900 Griffith Street, Charlotte, NC, hosts frequent events, many free, and you can find them on Triple C's website or their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live Music in 2025: Saturday, September 13, 4 ... Read More » | Free entrance day in the National Parks All Day
Free entrance day in the National ParksTuesday, November 11, 2025 Wright Brothers National Memorial. Photo: Depositphotos If your family loves to travel, consider including a National Park in your itinerary. There are more than 400 parks, where you can enjoy the outdoors, discover history, explore nature ... Read More » Cornelius Veterans Day Program 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cornelius Veterans Day ProgramTuesday, November 11, 2025 Photo provided by Town of Cornelius Join the Town of Cornelius and American Legion Post 86 for this year's Veterans Day Celebration. This annual, family-friendly program honors military veterans and those currently serving in our Armed ... Read More » Veterans Day Ceremony in Downtown Waxhaw 11:00 am
Veterans Day Ceremony in Downtown WaxhawTuesday, November 11, 2025 The Town of Waxhaw is presenting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Waxhaw Military Wall of Honor, at 100 E. North Main Street, Waxhaw. This is a tradition ... Read More » Town of Davidson's Veterans Day Program 11:00 am
Town of Davidson's Veterans Day ProgramTuesday, November 11, 2025 The Town of Davidson is hosting a Veterans Day program on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m., inside Davidson Town Hall, 251 South Street, Davidson, North Carolina. Check back soon for details. 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 » 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 » | Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Thursday, November 13, 2025 The 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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 » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)Friday, November 14, 2025 The North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... Read More » Friday Fire and S'mores 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Friday Fire and S'moresWeekly on FridayMecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... Read More » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... Read More » Pilates in the Park at Prosperity Village 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Pilates in the Park at Prosperity VillageSaturday, November 15, 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, November 15, 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 » |
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... Read More » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Sunday, November 16, 2025 The 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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, November 16, 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 » | Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday and WednesdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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. 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. You can also ... Read More » Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express (free admission, charge for train ride) 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express (free admission, charge for train ride)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday and ThursdayCourtesy of City of Kannapolis The nearby City of Kannapolis always goes above and beyond in its holiday festivities, and 2024 will be no exception. Read on to learn about the Tree Lighting, the Celebration of ... 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 BlocktoberfestSaturday, September 13, 202511 a.m. to 11 p.m.Free Stein Holding ... Read More » | Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday and WednesdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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 » Hike for Your Health 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Hike for Your HealthWeekly on TuesdayMecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... 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 » 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, November 19, 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 » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday and WednesdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... Read More » EXPLORE: Community Concert Series: Kenya Templeton 11:00 am
EXPLORE: Community Concert Series: Kenya TempletonWednesday, November 19, 2025 Dear Soul Music Co presents the EXPLORE: Community Concert Series at Mallard Creek Recreation Center, 2530 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, one Wednesday morning a month from September to December 10, 2025. These concerts are ... Read More » | Birding at Stevens Creek 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Birding at Stevens CreekWeekly on ThursdayMecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... Read More » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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 » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)Friday, November 21, 2025 The North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... Read More » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » Arts & Crafts Extravaganza at Matthews UMC 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Arts & Crafts Extravaganza at Matthews UMCSaturday, November 22, 2025 Matthews United Methodist Church, at 801 S Trade Street, Matthews, North Carolina, is hosting their annual Arts & Crafts Extravaganza on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The annual Arts & Crafts ... 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 Free Live Music ... Read More » |
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... Read More » Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code) 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Southern Christmas Show (Save $4 on advance tickets with promo code)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday and WednesdayThe 58th Annual Southern Christmas Show returns to The Park Expo and Conference Center Thursday, November 13, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the theme of Santa's Workshop! Experience Santa’s Workshop brimming with timeless childhood delights, ... 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 » 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 » | 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. 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. You can also ... Read More » Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express (free admission, charge for train ride) 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Kannapolis Celebration of Lights and Winterland Express (free admission, charge for train ride)Weekly on Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday and ThursdayCourtesy of City of Kannapolis The nearby City of Kannapolis always goes above and beyond in its holiday festivities, and 2024 will be no exception. Read on to learn about the Tree Lighting, the Celebration of ... 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 BlocktoberfestSaturday, September 13, 202511 a.m. to 11 p.m.Free Stein Holding ... 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 » | 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 » Hike for Your Health 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Hike for Your HealthWeekly on TuesdayMecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature centers provide an excellent introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the area. ... 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 » 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 » 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 » | 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 » Weekly Ping Pong Club 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Weekly Ping Pong ClubWeekly on ThursdayHi-Wire Brewing Charlotte is open in the South End at 340 West Tremont Avenue, Charlotte, NC. Hi-Wire Brewing includes two separate bars, and features 20 unique taps of Hi-Wire beer, wine and draft cider taps, and ... Read More » Charlotte Fit Fam 6:00 pm
Charlotte Fit FamWeekly on ThursdayHopfly Brewing, at 1327 S Mint Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, features a large patio, a spacious interior, and a rooftop bar (nicknamed "The Loft") with a view of the city skyline. Hopfly Brewing hosts many events, ... Read More » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)Friday, November 28, 2025 The North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » Live Music 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Live MusicFriday, November 28, 2025 Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery Huntersville's Facebook page or the Primal Brewery ... Read More » Live Music 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Live MusicFriday, November 28, 2025 Primal Brewery, at 16432 Old Statesville Road in Huntersville, hosts frequent events, including live music, holiday parties, and more. To see all of their events, visit Primal Brewery Huntersville's Facebook page or the Primal Brewery ... Read More » | The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... Read More » Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Teddy Bear Ornament 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Teddy Bear OrnamentSaturday, November 29, 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 » Charlotte Doodle Meetup 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Charlotte Doodle MeetupWeekly 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 » Saturday Morning Yoga 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Saturday Morning YogaWeekly on SaturdayImage use with permission by Lenny Boy Brewing Co. Lenny 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 ... Read More » |
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary) All Day
The Polar Express Train Ride (various start times; prices vary)DailyThe North Carolina Transportation Museum, at 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, is bringing back its popular holiday attraction, the Polar Express train ride, in 2025. We definitely wouldn't call this activity cheap by any means, because ... 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 » 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 » 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 » |