Charlotte Events This Weekend
Charlotte events under $20 this weekend
You do not need to spend a lot to have a great weekend in Charlotte. Here are the best budget options.
Free events
Many Charlotte events are completely free. See our free events guide for the full list.
- Park events and concerts — free
- Farmers markets — free to attend
- Gallery crawls — free first Friday in NoDa
- Library events — free
- Greenways and trails — free
Under $20 activities
These Charlotte activities cost less than $20 per person.
- Discovery Place Science — $17 adult
- Museum of Illusions — $15
- Mint Museum — $6-15
- Bowling — $10-15 per game
- Movie theater — $12-18
- USNWC trail pass — $12
Budget food and drinks
Charlotte has affordable food options if you know where to look.
- Food trucks — $8-15 per meal
- Brewery beer — $6-8 per pint
- Taquerias — $2-4 per taco
- Happy hour specials — many restaurants
- Lunch specials — cheaper than dinner
Want the full Charlotte events calendar?
Settle CLT keeps the main event calendar and things-to-do guide updated with local Charlotte activities.