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Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC · 2,938,830 people
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Charlotte · Taco Bell · Participating U.S. Taco Bell locations in Charlotte metro · Fast Food
New Taco Bell Rewards members get a free Welcome Reward: choose a Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco, Beefy 5-Layer Burrito or Soft Taco. Redeemable once, via the app, within 14 days of issuance, while supplies last. Free account required. Participating U.S. locations.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Wendy's · Participating U.S. Wendy's restaurants in Charlotte metro · Fast Food
Current Wendy's app offers include a free small chili with a $5 qualifying purchase and a 99-cent any-size soft drink with a qualifying purchase (listed as daily). App/mobile-order only, one offer per order, and offers rotate, so check the Offers tab. Participating U.S. locations.
When: Daily while offered in the app
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Charlotte · Wendy's · Participating U.S. Wendy's restaurants in Charlotte metro · Fast Food
Fridays only: free any-size fries with a $5+ purchase. App and mobile-order offer; cannot be combined with other coupons. At participating U.S. Wendy's.
When: Fridays
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Charlotte · Wendy's · Participating U.S. Wendy's restaurants in Charlotte metro · Fast Food
Join Wendy's Rewards (free) and get 200 bonus points after your first purchase, plus an in-app offer for 10-piece nuggets with purchase. Requires app download and account registration.
When: Ongoing
Source: Wendy'sLast verified:
Charlotte · Wendy's · Participating U.S. Wendy's restaurants in Charlotte metro · Fast Food
Wednesdays only: a free 6-piece order of nuggets with a $5+ qualifying purchase. App and mobile-order offer (load it in the Wendy's app Offers tab or scan your QR code at the counter). One offer per order; offers refresh periodically. At participating U.S. Wendy's.
When: Wednesdays
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Charlotte · Resident Culture Brewing · Plaza Midwood · Restaurants
Nerd Night: games and free pizza.
When: Mondays
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Charlotte · Mother's Comfort Food · Charlotte, NC · Restaurants
Kids 12 and under eat free all day Thursday—one free child’s entrée with adult entrée.
When: Thursdays all day/night
Source: Mother's Comfort FoodLast verified:
Charlotte · Chili's Grill & Bar · Participating Chili’s in Charlotte (chilis.com) · Restaurants
My Chili’s Rewards members get free chips & salsa every visit with a $5 minimum purchase. Sign up in the Chili’s app or at chilis.com/register. Confirm your Charlotte Chili’s participates.
When: Every visit for My Chili’s Rewards members; $5 minimum purchase
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Charlotte · Denny's · Participating Denny’s — confirm at https://locations.dennys.com/NC/CHARLOTTE · Restaurants
Denny’s Kids Eat Free: up to two free kids-menu entrées with one adult entrée purchase of $6 or more at participating restaurants. Dine-in only; days vary—confirm your Charlotte Denny’s on the store locator and ask which days the offer runs.
When: Days/participation vary by restaurant; dine-in only
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Charlotte · Denny's · Denny's Charlotte metro — locations.dennys.com/NC · Restaurants
Bring kids to Denny's every day 4-10 p.m. for one free Kids Meal with each Adult Entree at participating locations. Confirm participation at your local Denny's before going.
When: Every day 4-10 p.m.; dine-in; participation may vary by location
Source: Denny'sLast verified:
Charlotte · Moe's Southwest Grill · Participating Moe’s in Charlotte (moes.com/locations) · Restaurants
Moe Rewards members get one Kids Meal on us with each qualifying entrée purchase at participating Moe’s (excludes add-ons/taxes/fees; not with other offers). Reward cycles weekly—apply at checkout. Confirm a Charlotte location on moes.com.
When: Weekly Rewards kids-meal reward with qualifying entrée; issued Sat expires Fri (or Sun–Sat per loyalty variant)
Source: Moe's Southwest GrillLast verified:
Charlotte · Carolina Panthers / Charlotte FC · Bank of America Stadium check-in at Mint St. security near Lot 1, 410 S. Mint St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Events
13th annual Tree Lighting presented by Belk. Gates open 5:30 p.m., stage show and lighting of a 50-foot Norway spruce at 7 p.m., then concourse festival with crafts, hot chocolate and Santa until 9 p.m. Free for all fans; mobile tickets required for entry.
When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 5:30–9 p.m. (tree lighting 7 p.m.)
Source: Carolina PanthersLast verified:
Charlotte · Wednesday Night Live / OBRA Collective · Levine Center for the Arts, Charlotte, NC · Events
Community Artmaking with OBRA Collective on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 during free Wednesday Night Live admission 5–9 p.m.
When: Wed Nov. 11, 2026 during Wednesday Night Live 5–9 p.m.
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Charlotte · Wednesday Night Live / Levine Center for the Arts · Levine Center for the Arts, Tryon St., Charlotte, NC · Events
Wednesday Night Live includes free admission from 5–9 p.m. every Wednesday to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Harvey B. Gantt Center, and Mint Museum Uptown. Upcoming community artmaking Nov. 11 and Holiday Maker Mixer Dec. 9, 2026.
When: Every Wednesday 5–9 p.m.
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Charlotte · Wednesday Night Live / Bechtler · Levine Center for the Arts, Charlotte, NC · Events
Holiday Maker Mixer on Wednesday, December 9, 2026 as part of Wednesday Night Live free admission 5–9 p.m. at Bechtler, Gantt, and Mint Uptown.
When: Wed Dec. 9, 2026 during Wednesday Night Live 5–9 p.m.
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Charlotte · The Mint Museum · Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC · Events
Bank of America cardholders receive free general admission during the first full weekend of every month. Present an active Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank card and valid government-issued photo ID.
When: First full weekend each month; upcoming Nov. 7–8 and Dec. 5–6, 2026
Source: The Mint MuseumLast verified:
Charlotte · University City Partners / UCity Lights · The Shoppes at University Place, 8929 J.K. Keynes Dr., Charlotte, NC · Events
Free second-annual University City Lights Winter Celebration with Santa, ornament craft, hot cocoa, Polar Express ride, and 7 p.m. tree lighting by the lake. Entirely free and open to everyone.
When: Sat Nov. 21, 2026, 4–8 p.m.; tree lighting 7 p.m.
Source: University City PartnersLast verified:
Charlotte · The Mint Museum · Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC · Events
Bank of America cardholders receive free general admission during the first full weekend of every month. Present an active Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank card and valid government-issued photo ID.
When: First full weekend each month; upcoming Nov. 7–8 and Dec. 5–6, 2026
Source: The Mint MuseumLast verified:
Charlotte · Bechtler Museum of Modern Art · 420 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Entertainment
Free admission every Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m. as part of Wednesday Night Live. Regular adult admission is $10; seniors, college students, and educators are $7.50; youth 11–18 are $5.
When: Every Wednesday 5–9 p.m.
Source: Bechtler Museum of Modern ArtLast verified:
Charlotte · The Mint Museum · Uptown: 500 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202; Randolph: 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC 28207 · Entertainment
Admission is free every Wednesday night from 5–9 PM at both the Mint Museum Randolph and the Mint Museum Uptown.
When: Every Wednesday, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Source: The Mint MuseumLast verified:
Charlotte · The Mint Museum · Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202; and Randolph, 2730 Randolph Rd., Charlotte, NC 28207 · Entertainment
General admission is free every Wednesday night from 5 to 9 p.m. at both Mint Museum Uptown and Mint Museum Randolph. Regular adult admission is $15 other times; youths 18 and under are always free.
When: Every Wednesday 5–9 p.m.
Source: The Mint MuseumLast verified:
Charlotte · Discovery Place Science · 168 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Entertainment
Every Wednesday, enjoy $5 off children's tickets at Discovery Place Science.
When: Every Wednesday
Source: Discovery Place ScienceLast verified:
Charlotte · Discovery Place Science · 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Entertainment
Welcome Program for North or South Carolina EBT or WIC cardholders: about $3 per person for up to five additional guests with matching state photo ID and benefits proof. Parking discounted to $8 for Welcome visitors. Also covers Discovery Place Kids sites. Details reported by Charlotte On The Cheap; verify at the admissions desk.
When: During regular museum hours; up to 5–6 guests per card
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Charlotte · The Mint Museum · Uptown and Randolph locations · Entertainment
SNAP recipients receive discounted admission through Museums for All. Present proof at Guest Services. Youths 18 and under remain free; Wednesday nights 5–9 p.m. are free for everyone.
When: During museum hours
Source: The Mint MuseumLast verified:
Charlotte · Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte · 5007 Providence Rd · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry, by appointment, during those weekday hours.
When: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, by appointment
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Charlotte · Care to Share Outreach Center & Food Pantry at Greater Bethel AME Church · 5232 The Plaza · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry open Monday–Thursday 1:00 PM–2:00 PM.
When: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
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Charlotte · Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte · 5007 Providence Rd · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry, by appointment, during those weekday hours.
When: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, by appointment
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Charlotte · Care to Share Outreach Center & Food Pantry at Greater Bethel AME Church · 5232 The Plaza · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry open Monday–Thursday 1:00 PM–2:00 PM.
When: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
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Charlotte · Hope Street Food Pantry · 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215 · Food Pantries
2026 mobile pantry: November 3 at Hickory Grove Library, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. No appointment or referral required; first come, first served while supplies last.
When: November 3, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Source: Hope Street Food PantryLast verified:
Charlotte · Hope Street Food Pantry · 5528 Waters Edge Vlg Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262 · Food Pantries
2026 mobile pantry: December 1 at University City Library, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. No ID required.
When: December 1, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Source: Hope Street Food PantryLast verified:
Charlotte · Hope Street Food Pantry · 2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208 · Food Pantries
2026 mobile pantry: November 17 at West Boulevard Library, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. Each mobile pantry provides a 3-day supply of food.
When: November 17, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Source: Hope Street Food PantryLast verified:
Charlotte · Nourish Up at First Presbyterian Church · 200 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Food Pantries
Listed as a free client-choice pantry. Open every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday, plus Wednesday and Friday afternoon hours. Directory last updated 10/29/2026.
When: Wednesday 1:00–3:00 PM; Friday 1:00–3:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday
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Charlotte · Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte · 5007 Providence Rd · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry, by appointment, during those weekday hours.
When: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, by appointment
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Charlotte · Care to Share Outreach Center & Food Pantry at Greater Bethel AME Church · 5232 The Plaza · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry open Monday–Thursday 1:00 PM–2:00 PM.
When: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
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Charlotte · Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte · 5007 Providence Rd · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry, by appointment, during those weekday hours.
When: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, by appointment
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Charlotte · Care to Share Outreach Center & Food Pantry at Greater Bethel AME Church · 5232 The Plaza · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry open Monday–Thursday 1:00 PM–2:00 PM.
When: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
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Charlotte · Nourish Up at First Presbyterian Church · 200 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Food Pantries
Listed as a free client-choice pantry. Open every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday, plus Wednesday and Friday afternoon hours. Directory last updated 10/29/2026.
When: Wednesday 1:00–3:00 PM; Friday 1:00–3:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday
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Charlotte · Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte · 5007 Providence Rd · Food Pantries
Listed in a free-food directory as a food pantry, by appointment, during those weekday hours.
When: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, by appointment
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Charlotte · Nourish Up at First Presbyterian Church · 200 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Food Pantries
Listed as a free client-choice pantry. Open every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday, plus Wednesday and Friday afternoon hours. Directory last updated 10/29/2026.
When: Wednesday 1:00–3:00 PM; Friday 1:00–3:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday
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Charlotte · Sea Level NC · Uptown · Happy Hours
$1.50 Oyster Happy Hour weekdays from 2–6 PM; $1.50 Sea Level Salt House oysters, no minimums and no maximums.
When: Weekdays, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · CO — Waverly · 7416 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. dine-in. Food specials include half off select makimono rolls Tue and Thu. Drink specials rotate by day (e.g. Mon $10 signature cocktails, Wed $5 select wine).
When: Monday–Friday 4–7 p.m. dine-in
Source: COLast verified:
Charlotte · Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Northlake · 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216 · Happy Hours
Half-price shared plates Monday–Friday 2–6 p.m. in the FIREBAR or on the patio. Half-price drink specials throughout the restaurant all day every Wednesday.
When: Mon–Fri 2–6 p.m. FIREBAR/patio; half-price drinks all day Wed
Source: FirebirdsLast verified:
Charlotte · Sea Level NC · Uptown · Happy Hours
$1.50 Oyster Happy Hour weekdays from 2–6 PM; $1.50 Sea Level Salt House oysters, no minimums and no maximums.
When: Weekdays, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Catalú · 135 New Bern St, Charlotte, NC 28209 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.: all tapas at 50% off. Closed Mondays.
When: Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.
Source: CatalúLast verified:
Charlotte · CO — Waverly · 7416 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. dine-in. Food specials include half off select makimono rolls Tue and Thu. Drink specials rotate by day (e.g. Mon $10 signature cocktails, Wed $5 select wine).
When: Monday–Friday 4–7 p.m. dine-in
Source: COLast verified:
Charlotte · Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Northlake · 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216 · Happy Hours
Half-price shared plates Monday–Friday 2–6 p.m. in the FIREBAR or on the patio. Half-price drink specials throughout the restaurant all day every Wednesday.
When: Mon–Fri 2–6 p.m. FIREBAR/patio; half-price drinks all day Wed
Source: FirebirdsLast verified:
Charlotte · Sea Level NC · Uptown · Happy Hours
$1.50 Oyster Happy Hour weekdays from 2–6 PM; $1.50 Sea Level Salt House oysters, no minimums and no maximums.
When: Weekdays, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Catalú · 135 New Bern St, Charlotte, NC 28209 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.: all tapas at 50% off. Closed Mondays.
When: Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.
Source: CatalúLast verified:
Charlotte · CO — Waverly · 7416 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. dine-in. Food specials include half off select makimono rolls Tue and Thu. Drink specials rotate by day (e.g. Mon $10 signature cocktails, Wed $5 select wine).
When: Monday–Friday 4–7 p.m. dine-in
Source: COLast verified:
Charlotte · Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Northlake · 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216 · Happy Hours
Half-price shared plates Monday–Friday 2–6 p.m. in the FIREBAR or on the patio. Half-price drink specials throughout the restaurant all day every Wednesday.
When: Mon–Fri 2–6 p.m. FIREBAR/patio; half-price drinks all day Wed
Source: FirebirdsLast verified:
Charlotte · Sea Level NC · Uptown · Happy Hours
$1.50 Oyster Happy Hour weekdays from 2–6 PM; $1.50 Sea Level Salt House oysters, no minimums and no maximums.
When: Weekdays, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Catalú · 135 New Bern St, Charlotte, NC 28209 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.: all tapas at 50% off. Closed Mondays.
When: Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.
Source: CatalúLast verified:
Charlotte · CO — Waverly · 7416 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. dine-in. Food specials include half off select makimono rolls Tue and Thu. Drink specials rotate by day (e.g. Mon $10 signature cocktails, Wed $5 select wine).
When: Monday–Friday 4–7 p.m. dine-in
Source: COLast verified:
Charlotte · Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Northlake · 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216 · Happy Hours
Half-price shared plates Monday–Friday 2–6 p.m. in the FIREBAR or on the patio. Half-price drink specials throughout the restaurant all day every Wednesday.
When: Mon–Fri 2–6 p.m. FIREBAR/patio; half-price drinks all day Wed
Source: FirebirdsLast verified:
Charlotte · Sea Level NC · Uptown · Happy Hours
$1.50 Oyster Happy Hour weekdays from 2–6 PM; $1.50 Sea Level Salt House oysters, no minimums and no maximums.
When: Weekdays, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Catalú · 135 New Bern St, Charlotte, NC 28209 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.: all tapas at 50% off. Closed Mondays.
When: Tuesday–Friday 4–6 p.m.
Source: CatalúLast verified:
Charlotte · CO — Waverly · 7416 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Happy Hours
Happy hour Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. dine-in. Food specials include half off select makimono rolls Tue and Thu. Drink specials rotate by day (e.g. Mon $10 signature cocktails, Wed $5 select wine).
When: Monday–Friday 4–7 p.m. dine-in
Source: COLast verified:
Charlotte · Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Northlake · 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216 · Happy Hours
Half-price shared plates Monday–Friday 2–6 p.m. in the FIREBAR or on the patio. Half-price drink specials throughout the restaurant all day every Wednesday.
When: Mon–Fri 2–6 p.m. FIREBAR/patio; half-price drinks all day Wed
Source: FirebirdsLast verified:
Charlotte · Club West Brewing · South End · Happy Hours
As of October 27, 2026: half off bowls 11am–2pm, half off apps 2–6pm, $5 Low Drift IPA pints.
When: Friday, 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Tacoboy · Happy Hours
$3 Americano tacos; $4 carnitas tacos; $5 chips and queso; free chips and salsa.
When: Every day, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Charlotte farmers markets SNAP Double Bucks · Charlotte farmers market / local food shopping · Shopping
Shop Charlotte farmers markets with SNAP Double Bucks match. Confirm hours and SNAP acceptance on the linked official page.
When: Market days/hours vary by location — check official page
Source: Charlotte farmers markets SNAP Double BucksLast verified:
Charlotte · Goodwill of the Southern Piedmont · Goodwill of the Southern Piedmont retail stores in Charlotte metro · Shopping
Local Goodwill stores run rotating color-tag sales, senior discount days, and outlet pricing. Check Goodwill of the Southern Piedmont for this week's color and senior/military days. Hours and discounts vary by store.
When: Weekly color-of-the-week / senior / outlet days (varies by region)
Source: Goodwill of the Southern PiedmontLast verified:
Charlotte · The Salvation Army Family Store · Salvation Army Family Stores in Charlotte metro · Shopping
Salvation Army Family Stores run weekly sales events and often offer senior discount days. Confirm your local Family Store hours and this week's sale via satruck.org or your regional Salvation Army site.
When: Weekly sales / senior discount days (varies by store)
Source: The Salvation ArmyLast verified:
Charlotte · Savers · Savers / Value Village stores near Charlotte (stores.savers.com) · Shopping
Savers (and sister brands Value Village/Unique) run rotating color-tag sales and frequent senior discount days. Use the store locator to confirm a local store and ask about this week's color and senior/military days.
When: Weekly color-tag / senior discount days (varies by store)
Source: SaversLast verified:
Charlotte · Simon Property Group / Premium Outlets · Nearest Simon mall or Premium Outlets serving Charlotte · Shopping
Simon malls and Premium Outlets publish center-specific offers and digital coupon books. Find the nearest center to your city and download current offers before you go.
When: Ongoing outlet and mall offers; check center page
Source: SimonLast verified:
Charlotte · AARP Foundation · Participating Tax-Aide sites in Charlotte metro · Bills & Assistance
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation at sites nationwide.
When: Tax season
Source: AARP FoundationLast verified:
Charlotte · Benefits.gov · Nationwide in Charlotte metro · Bills & Assistance
Official U.S. government benefits finder for assistance programs including utility and phone discounts.
When: Ongoing
Source: Benefits.govLast verified:
Charlotte · Internal Revenue Service · Online at IRS.gov in Charlotte metro · Bills & Assistance
File federal taxes free with IRS partner software if your adjusted gross income is $89,000 or less.
When: During filing season
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Charlotte · IRS VITA · Participating VITA sites in Charlotte metro · Bills & Assistance
Free basic income-tax return preparation for qualified individuals at IRS VITA sites.
When: Tax season
Source: IRSLast verified:
Charlotte · USAC / FCC Lifeline · Apply online (Oregon & Texas: apply via state) in Charlotte metro · Bills & Assistance
Federal discount on phone, internet or bundled service for households on programs like SNAP or Medicaid, or with qualifying income. Up to $34.25/mo on Tribal lands.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center · 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library youth destination with kids library, teen loft, multimedia studio, and interactive exhibit space—free to enter. Children’s Theatre performances may require separate tickets.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
Source: ImaginOnLast verified:
Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center · 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library youth destination with kids library, teen loft, multimedia studio, and interactive exhibit space—free to enter. Children’s Theatre performances may require separate tickets.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
Source: ImaginOnLast verified:
Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center · 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library youth destination with kids library, teen loft, multimedia studio, and interactive exhibit space—free to enter. Children’s Theatre performances may require separate tickets.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
Source: ImaginOnLast verified:
Charlotte · ImaginOn · 300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC · Kids & Family
Free literary festival connects children with authors, illustrators, stories, and activities intended to encourage reading.
When: November 7, 2026, daytime
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Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
Source: Harvey B. Gantt CenterLast verified:
Charlotte · ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center · 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library youth destination with kids library, teen loft, multimedia studio, and interactive exhibit space—free to enter. Children’s Theatre performances may require separate tickets.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
Source: ImaginOnLast verified:
Charlotte · Camp North End · 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC 28206 · Kids & Family
Free admission Day of the Dead celebration with music, folkloric dancing, community altars, a Catrina parade, crafts, and children's activities. Optional $5 donation.
When: November 1, 2026, noon–6:00 PM
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Charlotte · Harvey B. Gantt Center · 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Youth ages 5 and under receive free admission. Youth ages 6–17 pay $7. Admission prices do not include ticketed events and special exhibitions.
When: Sun/Tue/Thu/Fri noon–6 p.m.; Wed noon–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Mon
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Charlotte · ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center · 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library youth destination with kids library, teen loft, multimedia studio, and interactive exhibit space—free to enter. Children’s Theatre performances may require separate tickets.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
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Charlotte · Denny's · Denny's Charlotte metro — locations.dennys.com/NC · Kids & Family
Family-friendly Denny's kids-eat-free offer daily 4-10 p.m. with adult entree purchase at participating restaurants. Confirm at your local location.
When: Daily 4-10 p.m.; dine-in; participation may vary
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Charlotte · ImaginOn · 300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Kids & Family
Described as one of the best free indoor activities in Charlotte for kids, including a children's library and theater.
When: Library hours
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Charlotte · Charlotte Museum of History · 3500 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Adults $15 + tax. Seniors 62+, children 4–17, and students $12 + tax. Veterans $10 + tax. Children 0–3 free. Eight-acre campus with indoor galleries and 1774 Homesite.
When: Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; free parking
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Charlotte · Bechtler Museum of Modern Art · 420 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Seniors ages 65+, college students with school ID, and educators pay $7.50 versus $10 adult admission. Youth ages 11–18 pay $5.
When: During regular open hours (free Wed 5–9 p.m. still applies)
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Charlotte · Charlotte Museum of History · 3500 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Adults $15 + tax. Seniors 62+, children 4–17, and students $12 + tax. Veterans $10 + tax. Children 0–3 free. Eight-acre campus with indoor galleries and 1774 Homesite.
When: Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; free parking
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Charlotte · Charlotte Museum of History · 3500 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Adults $15 + tax. Seniors 62+, children 4–17, and students $12 + tax. Veterans $10 + tax. Children 0–3 free. Eight-acre campus with indoor galleries and 1774 Homesite.
When: Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; free parking
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Charlotte · Charlotte Museum of History · 3500 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Adults $15 + tax. Seniors 62+, children 4–17, and students $12 + tax. Veterans $10 + tax. Children 0–3 free. Eight-acre campus with indoor galleries and 1774 Homesite.
When: Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; free parking
Source: Charlotte Museum of HistoryLast verified:
Charlotte · Charlotte Museum of History · 3500 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Adults $15 + tax. Seniors 62+, children 4–17, and students $12 + tax. Veterans $10 + tax. Children 0–3 free. Eight-acre campus with indoor galleries and 1774 Homesite.
When: Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; free parking
Source: Charlotte Museum of HistoryLast verified:
Charlotte · Bechtler Museum of Modern Art · 420 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Military and children ages 10 and under receive free admission. Seniors 65+, college students with school ID, and educators pay $7.50; youth 11–18 pay $5; adults pay $10.
When: During regular open hours
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Charlotte · Denny's · Participating Denny's in Charlotte metro · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Current AARP members save 15% off the check at participating Denny's (maximum $10 discount). Excludes alcohol, Everyday Value Slam, Super Slam, merchandise, gift cards, and online orders; cannot combine with other promotions. Confirm participation at your local Denny's.
When: Daily at participating locations; show AARP membership
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Charlotte · Denny's · Participating Denny’s in Charlotte — https://locations.dennys.com/NC/CHARLOTTE · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
AARP members can receive 15% off their entire check at participating Denny’s by scanning their membership card in-store (excludes alcohol and listed promotions; max discount $10). Confirm your Charlotte location participates.
When: In-store with AARP card scan; participating restaurants
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Charlotte · Denny's · Participating Denny’s — https://locations.dennys.com/NC/CHARLOTTE · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
AARP members get 15% off their entire check at participating Denny’s when they scan their membership card in-store (excludes alcohol and listed promos; max $10). Confirm Charlotte participation on the locator.
When: In-store with AARP card; participating restaurants
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Charlotte · Dutch Bros · Participating Dutch Bros shops in Charlotte metro · Coffee & Treats
Sign up for Dutch Rewards in the Dutch Bros app and get one free medium drink. New loyalty registrations only; the reward expires 14 days after registration. Members earn 3 points per $1 (250 points = free medium drink).
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Baskin-Robbins · Participating Baskin-Robbins shops in Charlotte metro · Coffee & Treats
Sign up for Baskin-Robbins Rewards in the BR app and get a free scoop after your first qualified purchase. Scan your rewards code at checkout or order ahead in the app.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Krispy Kreme · Participating Krispy Kreme shops in Charlotte metro · Coffee & Treats
Join Krispy Kreme Rewards (free) and get a free doughnut with any purchase. Members earn 10 points per $1 and receive a birthday reward on the birthday in their account (valid 30 days), plus 2x points on their membership anniversary.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Scooter's Coffee · Participating Scooter's Coffee locations in Charlotte metro · Coffee & Treats
New Scooter's Rewards app users get a free medium drink coupon after their first qualifying purchase. Limited-time offer; special terms apply. Members also get birthday Smiles (points) by status level.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Baskin-Robbins · Baskin-Robbins shops in Charlotte metro · Birthday Freebies
Baskin-Robbins Rewards / Birthday Club members can redeem a free birthday treat (typically a small scoop) at participating U.S. shops via the BR App. Create an account, add your birthday, and opt in; confirm current offer in the app.
When: Birthday (Birthday Club / app members)
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Charlotte · Chili's Grill & Bar · Participating Chili’s in Charlotte · Birthday Freebies
My Chili’s Rewards members receive a free birthday dessert (expires 10 days after issue). Redeem via app or tabletop device at participating Charlotte Chili’s.
When: Birthday reward; expires 10 days after issue
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Charlotte · Chili's · Chili's Grill & Bar locations in Charlotte metro · Birthday Freebies
My Chili's Rewards members receive a birthday reward. Join the free program, add your birthday, and redeem at participating Chili's. Confirm current birthday offer in the Chili's app or account before visiting.
When: Birthday (Rewards members; check app for current birthday offer)
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Charlotte · IHOP · Participating IHOP in Charlotte (ihop.com/locations) · Birthday Freebies
IHOP Rewards (International Bank of Pancakes) members automatically receive 5 PanCoins on the first day of their birthday month to redeem in the Stack Market. Confirm a Charlotte IHOP location.
When: First day of birthday month; redeem via Stack Market
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Charlotte · IHOP · IHOP Charlotte — restaurants.ihop.com · Birthday Freebies
IHOP Rewards (International Bank of Pancakes) members receive 5 PanCoins on the 1st of their birthday month toward a free full stack of Original Buttermilk pancakes. Join before the 1st of your birthday month. Redeem at local IHOP.
When: Birthday month (5 PanCoins credited on the 1st of birthday month)
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Charlotte · Moe's Southwest Grill · Participating Moe’s in Charlotte · Birthday Freebies
Select Moe Rewards members get a free cup of queso or guac for their birthday (must have spent $10 in past year; expires 14 days). Confirm Charlotte participation.
When: Birthday reward; expires 14 days after receipt; $10 spend in past 365 days required
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charlotte-nc · AAA · Gas & Auto
AAA members get discounts on gas and everyday auto-related purchases via local club benefits.
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Charlotte · bp / Amoco · Participating bp and Amoco stations in Charlotte metro · Gas & Auto
The free earnify rewards app saves 5¢ on every gallon at bp and Amoco stations when you pay with the app, swipe a linked card, or enter your loyalty ID (phone number) at the pump. You also earn points on fuel and in-store purchases. Exclusions apply.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Circle K · Participating Circle K stations in Charlotte metro · Gas & Auto
Join Circle K's free Inner Circle rewards program and save 25¢ per gallon on your first 5 fuel visits (up to 35 gallons). Join in the app, online, or by texting VISIT to 25050 (message and data rates may apply). Terms and exclusions apply.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Shell · Participating Shell stations in Charlotte metro · Gas & Auto
Shell Fuel Rewards members earn savings on fuel at participating Shell stations.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · Upside · Participating stations and stores in Charlotte metro · Gas & Auto
The free Upside app gives personalized cash-back offers on gas, groceries and dining at participating nearby businesses. Upside says grocery and dining offers average 8% cash back. Offers vary by location, and you can cash out to your bank or a gift card. It works on top of card and loyalty rewards, but it uses your location and purchase data.
When: Ongoing
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Charlotte · CorePower Yoga · CorePower Yoga studios in Charlotte (studio locator) · Fitness
New CorePower Yoga students can activate a Free Week: unlimited studio classes for seven days starting with the first studio class. One-time use; excludes current/former members and prior Free Week users. Book via corepoweryoga.com.
When: New students; book first class via CorePower
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Charlotte · YMCA of Greater Charlotte · 14 centers, including Mecklenburg and one Iredell location · Fitness
Membership page advertises free group exercise classes. Membership includes access to gyms, pools, fitness classes, and drop-in child care at participating centers.
When: Included with membership
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Charlotte · Orangetheory Fitness · Orangetheory Fitness Charlotte studios · Fitness
First-time visitors who are local residents can take a free introductory Orangetheory workout at participating studios. Ages 18+ (14+ with conditions). Book via orangetheory.com or call your local studio.
When: First-time visitors who are local residents; book at studio
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Charlotte · Planet Fitness · Participating Planet Fitness clubs in Charlotte (planetfitness.com/gyms) · Fitness
Planet Fitness offers a free day pass for guests. Register at planetfitness.com/daypass and visit a participating Charlotte-area club. Confirm the local club address and hours on the Planet Fitness gym finder before you go.
When: Free day pass via official day-pass registration; club hours vary
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Charlotte · Planet Fitness · Planet Fitness clubs in Charlotte (club finder) · Fitness
Planet Fitness often offers free day passes via the app or club promotions. Black Card members can bring one guest free per visit. Find your local club and confirm current guest/day-pass rules.
When: Day pass promotions and Black Card guest visits; club policies vary
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Charlotte · Planet Fitness · Participating Charlotte clubs · Fitness
Free day pass via PF App or participating club. Confirm Charlotte club participation.
When: PF App or club visit
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Huntersville · Carolina Raptor Center · 6000 Sample Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078 · Parks & Outdoors
Charlotte On The Cheap reports free admission for a family of four for SNAP/EBT or WIC participants at Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville. Verify current terms at the admissions desk before you go.
When: During regular center hours with benefits proof
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Charlotte · Little Sugar Creek Greenway · Parks & Outdoors
The Little Sugar Creek Greenway is described as one of Charlotte's most beloved free outdoor assets, a paved multi-use trail along the creek.
When: Trail access
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Charlotte · Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve · 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC 28215 · Parks & Outdoors
Listed as free, and included among completely free family outdoor stops in Charlotte.
When: Preserve and center hours
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Charlotte · UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens · Near 9090 Craver Road, Charlotte, NC · Parks & Outdoors
Free admission to the outdoor gardens, including the Susie Harwood Garden and Van Landingham Glen. Parking may cost extra.
When: Outdoor gardens open daylight hours
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Charlotte · First Ward Park · 301 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Parks & Outdoors
Free playground and splash pad in Uptown, listed among completely free family stops.
When: Park hours
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Charlotte · The Green · 425 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Parks & Outdoors
Listed as a free public art and play space in Uptown.
When: Public access
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