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You can find plenty of free stuff to do in Charlotte

Jody Mace
Jody Mace
Jody Mace is a freelance writer based in Charlotte, where she lives with her husband, two kids, and a dog, Shaggy.

Some of the best things in Charlotte are free. Here are some of the best that you can do throughout the year.

Museum admission: Mint Museums are free on Tuesday evenings, and the Levine Museum of the New South is free on Sundays. mintmuseum.org/ and museumofthenewsouth.org/

Rainy day place for kids: ImaginOn, the joint project of Children's Theatre of Charlotte and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, constantly offers free hands-on activities for kids from toddlers to teens. imaginon.org/

Gardens to explore: UNCC Botanical Gardens includes an Asian garden, water garden, butterfly garden and much more to explore. gardens.uncc.edu/

Kids-eat-free deal: Earthfare on Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., offers healthy food, and you can get six free kids' meals with just one adult meal purchase of $5. earthfare.com

Classical music: First Tuesdays Chamber Music Concert at First Presbyterian Church is offered the first Tuesday of every month from October to May.

cmsp.wordpress.com/

Folk music: Charlotte Folk Society gatherings the first Friday of every month (except July) feature well-known musicians in many folk traditions.

folksociety.org

Visual art: The Light Factory's galleries showcase photographic art and are always free to visit. lightfactory.org/

Historical spot: President James K. Polk State Historic Site is another free spot.

nchistoricsites.org/polk/

Outdoor spot: The Mecklenburg County Greenway System includes miles of paths that run along creeks. Stroll, bike, jog or just enjoy these natural spots. bit.ly/mRgrfT

To see even more free things to do in Charlotte, visit charlotteonthecheap.com/top-free-things-to-do-in-charlotte/

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