In September and October, Charlotte is bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You'll find them at breweries, … [Read More...]
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Rivermist to appear LIVE in Kings Mountain Sept. 6
The City of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, is presenting a FREE outdoor concert! It’s time to put on your boogie … [Read More...]

Save on baby products at Vista Auction!
By Jody Mace
Charlotte's best kept secret for savvy shoppers is Vista Auction! Ever wonder what happens to the overstocks and returns … [Read More...]

Free and cheap things to do in Charlotte this weekend
Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap … [Read More...]

Win 8 tickets to Carolina Renaissance Festival
Carolina Renaissance Festival is making the Charlotte area more festive and fun, for the 32nd season! When is the … [Read More...]

Top things to do in Charlotte in September
Start easing into fall with this list of the top things to do in September, 2025, in the Charlotte area. September is a … [Read More...]
The latest articles
Every Spirit Halloween in the Charlotte Area
You know it's fall when Spirit Halloween signs go up on empty big box stores. Sears, Party City, Joann Fabrics? Spirit … [Read More...]
AutoBarn Classic Cars Fall Cruise-In and Trunk or Treat Nov. 1
AutoBarn Classic Cars is hosting their Annual Fall Cruise-In and Trunk or Treat on November 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 … [Read More...]
East Side Sol: Free festival at Charlotte Museum of History Oct. 11, celebrating Charlotte’s East Side
Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting East Side Sol on October 11, … [Read More...]
BBQ & Blues at Five Points Plaza Oct. 18, including free food
Five Points Community Collaborative is presenting BBQ & Blues on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Five … [Read More...]
Adult Recess at Huntersville Athletic Park Oct. 3 (includes free pizza!)
Relive your glory days at Adult Recess! This event takes place on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., at … [Read More...]
Food Trucks and outdoor movie nights at The Green at Prosperity Village: E.T. on Sept. 13
The Green at Prosperity Village, 5334 Docia Crossing, is part of the City of Charlotte's initiative to construct 250 … [Read More...]
Museum of the Waxhaws Haunted Trail Oct 11 and 18
The Museum of the Waxhaws, at 8215 Waxhaw Highway, Waxhaw, invites guests to their Haunted Trail. This year it takes … [Read More...]
Touch a Truck event outside Carolina Place Oct. 4
Carolina Place is hosting a Touch a Truck Event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's free to … [Read More...]
Yap Yè Iswà Festival (celebration of Catawba culture) in Rock Hill Nov 22
Yap Ye Iswa Festival, the "Day of the Catawba," is returning to Rock Hill on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. … [Read More...]
National Chocolate Shake Day on Sept. 12: BOGO Shakes at MilkShake Factory
MilkShake Factory is in Uptown Charlotte, at 100 W 3rd Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. It creates hand-spun … [Read More...]
Spring Highlights

50+ hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond — now with a map!
By Jody Mace
Lace up your shoes because it's time to start walking! We've put together photo guides for a wide variety of places to … [Read More...]

Eggs Too Pricey? Try These 10 Easter Crafts Instead of Dyeing Eggs
Easter is around the corner and egg prices are still at an all-time high. Instead of dyeing eggs this spring, try these … [Read More...]

Where To Get Easter Brunch in Charlotte NC — for home or dine-in
By Jody Mace
Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking? Check out our list of Charlotte area … [Read More...]

Easter Egg Hunts, Free/Cheap Easter Bunny pictures and more Easter events in Charlotte – 2025
By Jody Mace
If you're looking for fun celebrations for Easter in 2025 in Charlotte, you came to the right place. We're putting … [Read More...]

Free and cheap things to do around Charlotte during Spring Break 2025
By Jody Mace
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are on Spring Break, including weekends, from Saturday, April 12, to Monday, April 21, … [Read More...]

Spring festivals in Charlotte in 2025 — updated!
By Jody Mace
Spring festivals are blooming in Charlotte in 2025! From cultural festivals to music festivals to kids' festivals, … [Read More...]

Top Things to do in Charlotte in April — big list of events
By Jody Mace
April marks the true beginning of spring, and that means that spring festivals and outdoor concerts are in full swing in … [Read More...]

Free Easter Bunny Pictures in Charlotte
By Jody Mace
If you'd like a picture of your child (or yourself!) with the Easter Bunny, you do not have to pay for expensive mall … [Read More...]

Spring Consignment Sales in Charlotte 2025, some with new locations
By Jody Mace
Believe it or not, it's time to start thinking about spring consignment sales for 2024. Some spring consignment sales in … [Read More...]

17 spots for great pictures of the Charlotte skyline — all the details you need for each one
By Jody Mace
You don't have to be a professional photographer to take a memorable picture of the Charlotte skyline. That's partly … [Read More...]
Shopping

120 Charlotte area thrift, consignment, used books, antique and vintage stores

Spring Consignment Sales in Charlotte 2025, some with new locations

Day-by-day list of markets around Charlotte — art, vintage, hand-made items
