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.
Showing 21-30 of 233
0.0 Miles
View Deal
City Art Room 2828 Queen City Drive, Suite B, Charlotte, NC MoreLess Info
City Art room features public events, private parties, kid parties, team building, and more
9.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 10512 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105 MoreLess Info
A wilderness feel characterizes Idlewild Road Park, which spans 125 acres of woodlands and open grass areas. The development provides a 1.5 acre nature trail, two softball fields, a playground and picnic shelters with tables.
9.5 Miles
73% 75 votes
Movie Theaters 9508 Northeast Court, Matthews, NC 28105 MoreLess Info
Offering a big-screen experience on a small budget, Cinemark Movies 10 shows already released movies for a smaller ticket price. The theater boasts 10 screens, closed captioning and assistive listening and has 3D capability.
9.7 Miles
80% 10 votes
Horseback Riding 6201 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 MoreLess Info
Visitors can take private horseback rides through the interlacing trails of Latta Plantation Equestrian Center. The center houses Shetland ponies, Arabian horses, American Quarter horses, and a variety of other breeds for visitors to ride.
9.7 Miles
100% 86 votes
Distilleries 1500 River Drive, Belmont, NC 28012 MoreLess Info
The Muddy River Distillery is a rum distillery that makes rum using three ingredients, yeast, premium grade molasses, and sugar from South Carolina. The facility ferments the rum for 2 weeks.
9.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1201 Crews Road, Matthews, NC 28105 MoreLess Info
A public gym and athletics facility, the Crews Recreation Center features basketball courts, tennis and racquetball areas, and other sports facilities. The Center hosts a variety of programs, including senior women's basketball.
10.0 Miles
90% 235 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 MoreLess Info
The Carolina Raptor Center features 25 raptors that have been rehabilitated on a .75 mile interpretative walk. The center also does special shows depending on the weather and the season.
10.0 Miles
76% 175 votes
Farms & Ranches 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 MoreLess Info
Mr. Latta built the original 742-acre Latta Plantation as a cotton farmer in the early 1800s. Visitors to the plantation can tour the home along with seeing animals including Morgan horses, mules, Cotswold sheep, Dominique chickens, and Hampshire hogs.
10.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Soccer Field 11711 Alexanderana Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 MoreLess Info
Strikers Soccer Center is a facility strictly for soccer that contains seven small fields and one large field with turf surfaces for high quality year-round play. They offer several programs for kids and adult leagues too.
10.1 Miles
82% 11 votes
Playgrounds 10101 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC 28105 MoreLess Info
Monkey Joe's is an indoor play place and party destination that features a wide array of safe, active play areas for kids. The facility welcomes walk-ins, and hosts birthday parties, as well.
10.2 Miles
100% 5 votes
History Museums 232 North Trade Street, Matthews, NC 28106 MoreLess Info
The Matthews Heritage Museum is located in the 1880 Massey-Clark House. As one of the oldest buildings in the area, it features galleries that take visitors back in time, and adults and children can enjoy interactive and educational activities.
Showing 21-30 of 233
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Charlotte AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!