13 giant Easter eggs will be on display for SHOUT! attendees to see and take photos with. | Photo by CLTtoday
No yolk, folks — Easter will be here before you know it, and you know what that means. Peeps are on the shelves, pastel is everywhere, and it’s time to go egg hunting around the Queen City.
Meet the Easter Bunny | Friday, March 28-Sunday, April 20 | Concord Mills | Cost of purchase | Take a ride on the carousel before posing for a picture with the Easter Bunny.
Plaza Midwood Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, April 12 | 9 a.m. | Midwood Park | Free | Residents only need a basket and keen eyes to find eggs hidden around the park.
Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, April 12 | 2-5 p.m. | Prosperity Park | Free | Bring the family to find more than 5,000 for face painting, train rides, a petting zoo, and a s’more wagon + free ice cream, cotton candy, and drinks.
VTGCLT Spring Market | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Camp North End | $3+ | Spend this morning shopping from 100+ of the region’s best vintage and handmade vendors.
Easter Paint and Brunch | 12-2 p.m. | Ruby Sunshine | $33+ | Get artsy and craft an Easter-themed masterpiece while savoring a delicious brunch.
Wine Fest | 1-6 p.m. | The Shoppes at University Place | $35+ | Stroll the boardwalk sampling 100+ wines while enjoying food and live music.
Carolina Ascent| 7 p.m. |American Legion Memorial Stadium | $22+ | Be part of the roaring crowd as the Ascent aims to score a home turf win.
Dancing Through Latin America | 7 p.m. | Booth Playhouse | $34 | Save your seats for a toe-tapping performance paying tribute to dance culture across Latin America.
Charlotte Checkers vs. Utica Comets | 1 p.m. | Bojangles Coliseum | $32+ | Root for the Checkers as they look to bring the Comets’ hopes for a win crashing to earth.
3rd Annual Hats and Dresses Tea Party for Pink Fundraiser | 2-5 p.m. | Eastway Regional Recreation Center | $44+ | Join Elizabeth House Foundation for an elegant tea party supporting women living and thriving against breast cancer.
Monday, April 14
Tyga| 9 p.m. | The Fillmore | $35+ | Get a “Taste” when the popular rapper takes the stage.
North Carolina ranked No. 13 on WalletHub’s list of best states for working from home. If you’re a remote-working Charlottean who’s seeking a little change in scenery, check out these local coffee shops with plenty of outlets and internet connection.
Eat
McDonald’s McDouble meal, Taco Bell’s Luxe Box, and Wendy’s Biggie Bag. Those are three budget-friendly meals from fast food chains named in Parade’s Top 10. If you’d rather eat local without breaking the bank, check out meals under $15 in the Queen City.
Travel
Wondering where the most beautiful place in North Carolina is? According to Travel and Leisure, it’s the Outer Banks. Here are other scenic spots with a much shorter drive if you’re looking to plan a trip.
Read
Today is the last day of National Library Week, and the best way to observe the occasion is by paying a visit. If you’re overdue for a trip to one of Charlotte’s libraries, find a branch near you and see what it offers beyond books.
Sports
There’s growing speculation Cooper Flagg could soon be wearing a Hornets jersey. Go beyond the court for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornetswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Consider celebrating Taco Tuesday every day at any of Tacos 4 Life’s four Charlotte locations. | Photo by CLTtoday
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Charlotte. Check out this list of 15+ places where lunch for one costs $15 or less.
We know proximity is key when it comes to a midday meal, so we’ve broken these spots up into their respective sides of town:
Uptown
The French Quarter, 321 S. Church St., Charlotte
This tavern located in Brevard Court offers $12 lunch specials every weekday + sandwiches under $15.
Mert’s Heart and Soul, 214 N. College St., Charlotte
For under $15, get your soul food fix with a Southern fried chicken plate.
Editor’s note: Mert’s Heart and Soul was featured on Food Network’s “Diners Drive-Ins & Dives.”
Rhino Market & Deli, 1500 W. Morehead St. Ste. E., Charlotte
An eclectic deli perfect for a grab-go-lunch offers a delicious chicken torta sandwich for $12.98.
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Two things I love: delicious food and not spending a ton of money for it. If you need more convincing on checking out Charlotte spots for lunch under $15, check out our Instagram where we researched some delicious deals.
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