Free & Cheap Things to Do in Charlotte, NC

  • The list below includes 158 free or cheap things to do in or near Charlotte, North Carolina, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Science Museums.
  • From The Billy Graham Library to Freedom Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Charlotte and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Concord, Cornelius and Huntersville.
  • The list below includes 158 free or cheap things to do in or near Charlotte, North Carolina, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Science Museums.
  • From The Billy Graham Library to Freedom Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Charlotte and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Concord, Cornelius and Huntersville.
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Chart-topping rhymer T.I. unleashes club bangers including “Whatever You Like,” “About the Money,” and “What You Know”
44.7 Miles
88% 76 votes
Art Museum 243 3rd Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601 MoreLess Info
Nestled in Hickory, North Carolina, the Hickory Museum of Art is a large art museum with extensive community outreach and programming. The museum offers self-guided tours, guided group tours, yoga sessions and t'ai chi classes.
44.7 Miles
93% 86 votes
Science Museums 243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory, NC 28603 MoreLess Info
Catawba Science Center features a wide array of educational and hands-on exhibits. The center includes a planetarium, an aquarium, and a science shop, and offers a variety of special programs.
44.7 Miles
100% 9 votes
Fishing 1315 Hickory Point Drive, Lexington, NC 27292 MoreLess Info
Located on the scenic Roanoke River, Captain Ponytail Guide Service is a business offering guided fishing charters to individuals of all fishing skill levels. Guests are led on their fishing adventure to catch the striped bass native to the river.
44.7 Miles
91% 43 votes
Farmers Markets Union Square, Hickory, NC MoreLess Info
Seasonally open, Downtown Hickory Farmers Market has over 50 vendors and three individual markets where visitors can shop, eat and enjoy live entertainment. Products there include produce, food, meat, cheeses, baked goods, honey and local crafts.
44.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arts Centers 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601 MoreLess Info
The Arts Center of Catawba Valley is a versatile facility that hosts all manner of cultural events, including lectures, musical performances, plays, and exhibitions of various kinds of art work.
44.8 Miles
82% 33 votes
Parks 3552 Boone's Cave Road, Lexington, NC MoreLess Info
Established in 1909, the 110-acre Boone's Cave Park is named for pioneer, Daniel Boone. Located near Lexington, North Carolina, the park is home to a cave, thought to be Daniel Boone's hideout. Hiking, kayaking and tennis are featured activities.
44.8 Miles
93% 14 votes
Historic Homes 310 N Center Street, Hickory, NC MoreLess Info
Harper House/ Hickory History Center is a house museum that interprets both Hickory history and Victorian life in the South during the 19th century. Current exhibits include Elegantly Crafted and an exhibit on the Catawba Springs Resort.
44.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 222 1st Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601 MoreLess Info
Carolina Theatre has been serving moviegoers since its construction in 1934. It has been restored with modern technology and seating, and aims to provide affordable family outings with $3 tickets and low-priced concessions.
45.5 Miles
100% 11 votes
Other Entertainment Hwy 74, Shelby, NC MoreLess Info
Over 50 years of entertainment has been provided by the Sunset Drive-In Theatre. It is open on the weekends during the summer months for first-run showings of popular films, and there is a comprehensive on-site concession stand.
46.7 Miles
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Movie Theaters 302 N Limestone Street, Gaffney, SC 29340 MoreLess Info
Guests to Capri Theatre enjoy several special events and performances including live music, comedy and theater. Open Mic nights are offered on Tuesdays. Established in 1936, the venue is available for rental.
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