Carolina Bark Fest is a free event on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Langtree Lake Norman, 150 Landings Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina. Shop from around 25 vendors. Most will be local dog product and service vendors. There will also be food, drinks, and treats for both humans and pups. Follow the Facebook event for updates. Check out our calendar of events for pets in Charlotte! Double-Check Before You Head Out! We make every effort to make sure that everything on Charlotte on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, sometimes things change without notice, and we are not ..read more

The first Experience Midwood Market and Art Crawl takes place Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m. throughout the Plaza Midwood neighborhood of Charlotte, North Carolina. Local artists, musicians and vendors will be at participating businesses. Participating Businesses Learn what’s taking place at each venue, and see a map, here. Betty, 1912 Thomas Avenue Burial Beer, 1214 Thomas Avenue Dish, 1220 Thomas Avenue Emmy Squared, 1508 Central Avenue Gordon Street Alley, between Snug Harbor and Sherwin Williams Moxie Mercantile, 2008 Commonwealth Avenue Play Church, 1600 Fulton Avenue Roam ..read more

The Schiele, at 1500 E Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina, is hosting Reptile & Amphibian Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event includes the grand opening of The Schiele’s newest exhibit, Friends Not Foes — Snakes of the Carolinas. Celebrate herpetology with activities, games and special presentations. Tickets include admission to the museum and The Farm, encounters with live animals and all event activities. Find all the best (and cheapest) kids’ activities on our list of upcoming kids’ events in Charlotte! Features of Celebration: Turtle races Sna ..read more

Bossy Beulah’s, at 314 N White Street, Fort Mill, South Carolina, is celebrating moms on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, 2024. All moms get a free mimosa with any purchase during opening hours, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., while supplies last! Bossy Beulah’s serves up chicken sandwiches, wings, chicken salad wraps and more. Please note that this freebie is available at the Fort Mill location only. Learn about more Mother’s Day freebies, deals and events in Charlotte! Double-Check Before You Head Out! We make every effort to make sure that everything on Charlotte on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, s ..read more

Photo courtesy of Camp North End Camp North End is holding its first ever Studio Crawl on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m. Get a behind the scenes opportunity to meet with and tour the studio spaces of artists throughout Camp North End. It’s free to attend. At the same time, enjoy Friday Night Music at Camp North End, 100 murals and public art installations, and local food and drink. You might be interested in a list of Charlotte art museums, galleries and events. MacFly Fresh Printing Co. Photo courtesy of Camp North End Participating artists include: BLK MRKT Frankie Zombie Goodyear ..read more

In Son Pictures’ The Garfield Movie, Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure. After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father – scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) – Garfield and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist. The movie will be in theaters May 24, 2024, but you might be able to see it before its release…for free! There will be an advance screening on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2 p.m., at A ..read more

The Town of Indian Trail will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Indian Trail Town Hall, 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail, North Carolina. Check out the big list of Memorial Day events in Charlotte! Double-Check Before You Head Out! We make every effort to make sure that everything on Charlotte on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, sometimes things change without notice, and we are not always notified. It's also possible that we can make a mistake.  Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before ..read more

The Avett Brothers’ self-titled album, produced by Rick Rubin, will be released May 17, 2024. But you don’t have to wait until then to hear the album. 30+ record stores around the country are hosting free listening events on May 15, 2024. Here in Charlotte, Lunchbox Records, 825 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a listening event on May 15 at 6 p.m. It’s free and no reservations are required, but pre-ordering the record will secure your place in line, and you’ll be able to pick up the record at the event. Posters illustrated by Scott Avett will be given out to fans, while ..read more

Amazon is holding its annual Pet Days sale on May 7 and 8, 2024. This is a time to shop for the best deals on all the things your pet needs or wants. You’ll be able to find the deals here. Leading up to the Pet Day sale, some pet products are marked down right now. All of the following are “Limited time deals.” The prices will change without notice (so the current discounts might be different than stated below) and items can sell out, but here are some deals that caught our eye! Check out our calendar of events for pets in Charlotte! Sale Yinole Dog Grooming Kit & Dog Hair Vacuum, Pet Gr ..read more

Big Mecklenburg County Fair is a new event that will be at The Park Expo and Conference Center, 800 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, from May 24 to June 2, 2024. The fair features rides, shows and more. Features of Big Mecklenburg County Fair Majestik Spectacular: This show combines athletes, stunt performers, and circus acts, followed by light effects and special effects Foam Zone: Dive into mountains of foam Wonderland Circus: Acrobats, jugglers and clowns Hours of Operation Weekdays: Opens at 5 p.m. Saturday and Sundays: Opens at 1 p.m. Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day): Opens ..read more