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April 21 - 27

NC Science Festival: Scavenger Hunt

Kelvin the Robot will be playing hide and seek in the Children's Area through-out the month of April. Once you ...

Peter Pan Jr.

Based on J.M. Barrie's classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved favorites ...

Strawberry Saturdays at Bush-N-Vine Farm (BBQ Shack Food Truck)

Come join us on Saturday's during the months of April and May for our strawberry Saturdays. We plan to have ...

TheCharlotte 2018 - Tree Climbing Competition

TheCharlotte is the nation's finest Tree Climbing Competition held at Freedom Park rain or shine. 60 individuals will compete in ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Park (Charlotte, North Carolina) 1900 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tuck Fest at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC)

Tuck Fest is a three-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle through competitions, exhibitions, demos and live music at the ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC, 28214.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Fourth Annual Charlotte-Mecklenburg Civil War Symposium

The Fourth Annual Civil War Symposium centers on the wartime experiences of those who lived in North and South Carolina. ...

  • 8:30 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Charlotte Museum of History 3500 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, NC 28215.
  • Cost: Symposium Fees: $10 Registration $10 Lunch.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Best Buddies North Carolina Friendship Walk

Join us on April 21st for the 2nd Annual Best Buddies North Carolina Friendship Walk. We are very excited to ...

Everything Trucks (Come-See-Me Festival)

Ever drive past a firetruck, ambulance, or construction site and wish you could stop to let your child explore these ...

Earth Day at the Cloister Honey Hive

Come celebrate Earth Day with Cloister Honey! Get an exclusive look at our hives and learn about how bees enhance ...

420 FEST! at Infinity's End

It's our favorite holiday- 4:20!!! Come hang out with us at the South Boulevard location for lots of free samples, ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: pin Infinity's End 5119 South Blvd # A, Charlotte, NC 28210.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Barbeque Cook-off (Come-See-Me Festival)

Area barbeque masters demonstrate their skills at the 11th annual Come-See-Me Barbeque Cook-Off. Judged by the South Carolina Barbeque Association, ...

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Shakespeare Saturday

Drop in anytime between 10:00am and 4:00pm to celebrate Shakepeare’s birthday with activities for all ages in honor of the ...

Earth Day at North Carolina Zoo

Join us in celebrating Mother Earth and the blue planet. Explore ways you can help your planet through water conservation, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: pin North Carolina Zoo 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205.
  • Cost: Event included with Zoo admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Earth: Our Spaceship at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Residents of Planet Earth are flying through space at 18.5 miles per second. Everything needed to survive is on board. ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Girl Tribe Pop Up Charlotte

Can you believe it? A WHOLE weekend to shop, connect, and party with your fav. ladies! Oh, and we moved... ...

Hooked on Cornelius and Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate two events in one! Hooked on Cornelius will be held in conjunction with the annual Earth Day Celebration at ...

Learning To Fly at N.C. Transportation Museum

This high-flying aviation event features displays and flight activities from the Wright Brothers Flyer to modern aircraft of today. The ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, NC 28159.
  • Cost: Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and military, and $4 for children 3-12. Ages 2 and under are free./ Admission + Train Ride is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and military, and $8 for children 3-12. Ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Blackbeard: The Science of Pirates, 300th Edition!

Come out to the 4th annual QAR Lab Open House to experience the ongoing conservation of the infamous pirate Blackbeard's ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Blackbeard's Queen Anne's Revenge Shipwreck Project 1157 VOA Site C Road, Greenville, NC 27834.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Creating Habitat for Birds & Other Wildlife

Carol Buie-Jackson, owner of Birdhouse on the Green, will explain how you can invite birds and other wildlife into your ...

NC Science Festival: Cyanotype and Pinhole Photography

In collaboration with the North Carolina Science Festival, the High Point Museum presents Cyanotype and Pinhole Photography. Come discover the ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: High Point Museum 1859 E Lexington Ave, High Point, NC 27262.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Earth Day Celebration

An NC Science Festival event. Local organizations with an environmental focus will set up hands on educational exhibits for all ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sylvan Heights Bird Park 500 Sylvan Heights Park Way, Scotland Neck, NC 27874.
  • Cost: The Earth Day Celebration is FREE with paid park admission or membership.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Hats off to you, Earth!

Rowan Public Library, located at 201 West Fisher Street, Salisbury, NC, invites you to celebrate Earth Day, Lorax style! Crafts ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Rowan Public Library 201 W Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pet Palooza Festival & Walk for the Animals

On Saturday, April 21 the Humane Society will hold our annual Pet Palooza Festival & Walk for the Animals event ...

Earth Day Celebration! at Anne Springs Close Greenway

Join us for our annual Earth Day Celebration on the Greenway on Saturday, April 21st. Festivities will kick off with ...

Family Days at Cabarrus Arts Council

Visit creation stations inspired by sponsor Corning, and watch the children’s opera, The Billy Goats Gruff, presented by Opera Express. ...

Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth Storytime at Barnes & Noble Store

Filled with gentle humor and insight, Oliver Jeffers' New York Times bestselling Here We Are is a poignant celebration of ...

Louisiana Spring Fest at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery

Like previous years, the festival will focus on authentic Louisiana cooking. Guest chef and Louisiana native Brett Harris returns -- ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery 4150 Yancey Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

My Art Portfolio at Lakeshore Learning

Keep artwork safe and sound with this handy DIY portfolio!

NC Science Festival: Rookie Science

Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. The NC Science Festival is a statewide multi-day ...

Sensory-friendly performance of Madagascar at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

This is a sensory-friendly performance for audience members on the autism spectrum or other sensory-sensitivity issues and their families. ** Join ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte, NC 28202.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Gospel According to Tennessee Dinner Show

Based on a true family story! Show date's for The Gospel According to Tennessee plays every Friday at 5pm and Saturday ...

BOOM festival at BOOM Charlotte

The BOOM festival is Charlotte’s annual showcase of contemporary and experimental art created on the fringes of popular culture. We’ve ...

Queen Elizabeth’s Birthday Tea at The Ballantyne Hotel

Celebrate Her Majesty’s 92nd birthday with some of Queen Elizabeth’s favorite tea sweets and savories plus a glass of complimentary ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: The cost is $45 for adults and $25 for children ages 5-12, and $15 for children under 5 (excluding tax & gratuity).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spring Fling Family Vendor Event

Shop with our vendors and bring the family to enjoy lots of indoor/ outdoor fun. We have fun and activites ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: TNT Hair Explosion Beauty Supply 359 Union Cemetery Road Southwest Concord, NC 28027.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Taste of Ayrsley 2018

Taste of Ayrsley is an annual celebration of local restaurants, vendors, and entertainers. This event showcases the fine food and ...

Bertie and the Troublesome Mice at Barnes & Noble Store

Special Storytime with local author Zaidoon A. Al-Zubaidy. Bertie learns that anything is possible. All you have to do is ...

Kids Hour: Sphero Maze Challenge at Apple Store SouthPark

Kids Hour is designed to spark imagination and creativity through fun, hands-on projects. Kids will explore coding with Sphero robots ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Apple Store, SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Road Charlotte, NC 28211.
  • Website: www.apple.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins ...

Tailgate Party (Come-See-Me Festival)

Our festival finale is never a disappointment and this year’s is bigger and better than ever! Bring the family, don’t ...

  • 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Winthrop Lake 1160 Eden Terrace, Rock Hill, SC, 29730.
  • Cost: Entry fee is $5 for adults 21 & older (valid IDs required). CASH ONLY. Free for those under 21. Parking is $5 per car in the Winthrop Coliseum parking areas; no vehicles are allowed into the Lake Area.
  • Website: fun4charlottekids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

2018 Loch Norman Highland Games

Join Historic Rural Hill in celebrating the 25th Annual Loch Norman Highland Games the weekend of April 20-22, 2018! Dr. ...

Parent/Child Date Night- “Glow” at Cajun Canvas

Calling all parents who love to spend time with their precious kiddos, this class is for you. Mom/Son, Daddy/Daughter, or ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Cajun Canvas, 11116-B South Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28273.
  • Cost: $12
  • Website: cajuncanvas.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kids Hour: Book Club at Apple SouthPark

In this Kids Hour, we’ll be reading Also an Octopus on iBooks. We’ll celebrate the magic of storytelling through creativity ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Apple Store, SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Road Charlotte, NC 28211.
  • Website: www.apple.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parent's Night Out at Noah's Art

Noah's Art to the rescue, providing a fun, safe, creative environment for your child to explore while you enjoy a ...

  • 4:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Noah's Art SouthPark, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Non members: $45/ Members: $40/ Siblings: $25/
  • Website: www.noahs-art.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Festival of the Stars

Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust, The Village Green and the Albert Carlton-Cashiers' Community Library are teaming up to present to you the ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Rowan Public Library 201 W Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Gospel According to Tennessee Dinner Show

Based on a true family story! Show date's for The Gospel According to Tennessee plays every Friday at 5pm and Saturday ...

The Music Yard's Spring Concert Series with Supatight

Come check out Charlotte’s newest live music venue - and your new favorite place to eat, drink and jam. The ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: The Music Yard 2433 South Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Museum Camp In: Boom, Pop, Fizzle at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Bring out your inner scientist during an overnight event that will POP with your scouts! Watch cool demonstrations and even ...

Star Party at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Explore the endless wonders of the spring cosmos during a live star show inside the James H. Lynn Planetarium's dome ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054.
  • Cost: $5 All Visitors *Does not include Museum Admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Peter Pan Jr.

Based on J.M. Barrie's classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved favorites ...

2018 Loch Norman Highland Games

Join Historic Rural Hill in celebrating the 25th Annual Loch Norman Highland Games the weekend of April 20-22, 2018! Dr. ...

TheCharlotte 2018 - Tree Climbing Competition

TheCharlotte is the nation's finest Tree Climbing Competition held at Freedom Park rain or shine. 60 individuals will compete in ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Park (Charlotte, North Carolina) 1900 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tuck Fest at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC)

Tuck Fest is a three-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle through competitions, exhibitions, demos and live music at the ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC, 28214.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Louisiana Spring Fest at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery

Like previous years, the festival will focus on authentic Louisiana cooking. Guest chef and Louisiana native Brett Harris returns -- ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery 4150 Yancey Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Girl Tribe Pop Up Charlotte

Can you believe it? A WHOLE weekend to shop, connect, and party with your fav. ladies! Oh, and we moved... ...

BOOM festival at BOOM Charlotte

The BOOM festival is Charlotte’s annual showcase of contemporary and experimental art created on the fringes of popular culture. We’ve ...

Camp Thunderbird Open House

Come enjoy some fun activities as a family, meet the wonderful YMCA Camp Thunderbird staff, receive an in-depth tour of ...

Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins ...

Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins ...

Concerts on the Green: Davidson College Jazz Ensemble

If you’re looking for a nice way to spend Sunday evenings, Concerts on the Green in Downtown Davidson should be ...

NC Science Festival: Family Storytime: Fly High!

Bring your whole family out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help ...

Preschool Fitness Hike at Anne Springs Close Greenway

Join hike lead Denise and her daughter Mary for an adventure on the trails! If you are looking for an ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 2593 Lake Haigler Drive Fort Mill, SC 29715.
  • Cost: Hikes are FREE for Greenway members, $5 entry fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Glow Science

Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. The NC Science Festival is a statewide multi-day ...

Earth Day Presents: Love the Lake

Celebrate Earth Day every day by joining Emilee Syrewicze from the Catawba Riverkeepers to learn more about Lake Wylie and ...

Boot Camp at Indian Trail Parks and Recreation

Are you ready for Boot Camp? Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am at Chestut Square Park for classes ...

  • 7:00 am -  7:45 am 
  • Location: Indian Trail Parks and Recreation 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Storytime on the Plaza

Children and caregivers enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skills.

Spring HomeSchool Session: Nature Anatomy

"Back to school time means the beginning of a new home school session! This season we will continue to find ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Reedy Creek Park and Nature Center 2900 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215.
  • Cost: $34 includes textbook.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Taco Tuesday takes on High School Hockey at Extreme Ice Center

Taco Tuesday and High School Hockey! What could be better? Fun times Center Ice Tavern and Extreme Ice!

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Extreme Ice Center 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd, Indian Trail, North Carolina 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Storytime at B&N Morris Place

Join us every Wednesday at 11am for Toddler Storytime.

Free Movie Night - Spirited Away with King of Pops

Come join us for our first free movie night of the season! We'll be making a one-night only pop flavor ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: King of Pops Charlotte 2500 Dunavant Street, Charlotte, NC 28203.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Boot Camp at Indian Trail Parks and Recreation

Are you ready for Boot Camp? Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am at Chestut Square Park for classes ...

  • 7:00 am -  7:45 am 
  • Location: Indian Trail Parks and Recreation 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Science Festival: Piedmont Wildlife Center's Mini BioBlitz

Join Piedmont Wildlife Center in a mini BioBlitz! With the help of expert naturalists, we'll go on an owl prowl ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Piedmont Wildlife Center 364 Leigh Farm Rd, Durham, NC 27707.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

University Spring Concert Series: Voltage Brothers.

Come and enjoy the Spring Concert Series! Band Schedule: 4/5 - Straight Fire. 4/12 - Minutes and Years. 4/19 - Too Much Sylvia. 4/26 - ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Shoppes at University Place 8929 J M Keynes Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262.
  • Cost: Free admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Uptown Crawl presented by HomeTrust Bank

Explore Uptown Charlotte's arts and culture scene for FREE. From 6-9 PM, hop on a complimentary trolley and ride around ...

Peter Pan Jr.

Based on J.M. Barrie's classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved favorites ...

I Love My City Weekend! at pin Cabarrus County

I Love My City Weekend is a county-wide community service event happening in Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Midland and Mount Pleasant. ...

Coaster Campout at Carowinds

This is no ordinary camping trip. You will be braving the third shift and sleeping inside Carowinds with your favorite ...

NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at Charlotte Motor Speedway

NHRA drag racing returns to zMAX Dragway, the original site for four-wide racing on the NHRA schedule. Be sure to ...

Bioblitz the Greenway at City Nature Challenge 2018: Cabarrus County

BioBlitzing means finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a short period of time. ...

Fun Fridays at Noah's Art

Have your kiddos end the week with a fun friday! Our new themes every week will capture your child's attention ...

  • 3:45 pm -  5:45 pm 
  • Location: Noah's Art SouthPark, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Members: $30, Non Members: $25, Siblings: $5 off.
  • Website: www.noahs-art.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Matthews Food Truck Fridays

Matthews Food Truck Fridays & Concert Series! Back for another great year in Stumptown Park! A variety of food and dessert trucks ...

The Art of Storytelling with Darion McCloud at The Dallas Branch Library

Join the Gaston County Museum and the Dallas Branch Library for a family friendly performance of traditional African American storytelling ...

The Gospel According to Tennessee Dinner Show

Based on a true family story! Show date's for The Gospel According to Tennessee plays every Friday at 5pm and Saturday ...

Pitch Hit & Run at Crooked Creek Park

Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run is a 1 day event for boys and girls. PHR is the official skills ...

Doll Hair Salon Spectacular at American Girl

Your girl can learn new tricks to style her doll’s tresses at our Doll Hair Salon Spectacular! Girls will learn ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: American Girl 4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211.
  • Cost: $25 per person.
  • Website: www.americangirl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Nighthawk Color Run at Northern Guilford Nighthawks

Come enjoy our 10th annual Health & Fitness Carnival / 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run. It’s a wonderful, community ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Northern Guilford Nighthawks 7101 Spencer Dixon Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Friday Youth Magic the Gathering at Parker Banner Kent & Wayne - Comics & Games

3 round event open to anyone 17 and under. Learn to play, compete and win booster packs. Everyone entered receives a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Parker Banner Kent & Wayne - Comics & Games 21500 Catawba Ave, Ste A, Cornelius, NC 28031.
  • Cost: $4.00
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins ...

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