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30December

"Let it Snow" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

"Season of Light" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

Flashback Cinema at Stone Theatres: Die Hard

Don't miss your favorite classic Christmas films! Just in case you wanted to know: YES.."Die Hard" is a Christmas movie.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Old Stone House Christmas

A celebration of Rowan's German Heritage mixing colonial and modern German traditions on the grounds of the Old Stone House. ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Old Stone House 770 Old Stone House Road, Salisbury, NC 28144.
  • Cost: $5.00 for adults/ $3.00 for students.
  • Website: www.rowanmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Sea of Lights at SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord)

Ho, ho, ho! It's the return of Scuba Claus for the FIRST EVER Sea of Lights Experience! Wander through each ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord) 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, North Carolina 28027
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Black & Blue Blaze Tailgate at Blue Blaze Brewing

Cheer your team at the Black & Blue Blaze Tailgate! Taps start flowing at 12:00. And 64oz pitchers of beer ...

  • 12:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Blue Blaze Brewing 528 S Turner Ave, Charlotte, North Carolina 28208.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Behind the Scenes at Reedy Creek

Join us at the Nature Center as we go behind the scenes in our exhibit hall. You will find out ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Reedy Creek Park and Nature Center 2900 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28215.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Break Family Fun at Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Winter is the perfect time for exploring the Park. Leafless trees make for more places to enjoy the views and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, Highway 64/74A, Chimney Rock, NC 28720.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carowinds WinterFest

Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate holiday celebration as we ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Carowinds 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

Family Feud at Beech Mountain Ski Resort

The Feud is on! Bring your family and friends to the Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom & Grill for a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Beech Mountain Ski Resort 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, NC.
  • Cost: Free for all ages!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
31December

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

New Year's at Noon at Discovery Place Kids

Three, two, one…Happy New Year! The Museum will open at 9:00 a.m. this special Monday to ring in the New ...

Family Storytime

Bring your family (ages birth to 5) out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill ...

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:59 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sea of Lights at SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord)

Ho, ho, ho! It's the return of Scuba Claus for the FIRST EVER Sea of Lights Experience! Wander through each ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord) 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, North Carolina 28027
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Noon Year's Eve! at Myers Park

Come in early to celebrate the New Year with activities, games and a special countdown to noon!

Family Storytime: Noon Year's Eve

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

Noon Years Eve Storytime at South County Regional

Ring in the New Year with music, dance and stories galore! We'll count down to NOON to celebrate. This storytime ...

Noon Years Eve Storytime at South County Regional

Ring in the New Year with music, dance and stories galore! We'll count down to NOON to celebrate. This storytime ...

Family Storytime: Countdown to Noon

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

NYE Countdown to Noon at SAS Cupcakes

Is your little too little to stay up till midnight... well, let's ring in the New Year by Counting Down ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: SAS Cupcakes-Blakeney 9941 Rea Rd, Ste C, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Cost: Just $6 per child.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Story Explorers: Noon Year's Eve!

Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games, and more! Join our countdown to ...

Winter Wonderland at SouthPark

Relish the magic of the season at SouthPark's own Winter Wonderland, Charlotte's newest open-air ice skating rink and ultimate holiday ...

Winter Break Family Fun at Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Winter is the perfect time for exploring the Park. Leafless trees make for more places to enjoy the views and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, Highway 64/74A, Chimney Rock, NC 28720.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Happy Valley Church of the Redeemed New Year's Eve Mystery Dinner Theater Show

Join us for a brand new whodunnit! Happy Valley Church of the Redeemed has always been happy … well … ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The NarroWay Theatre, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: $9.50-$33.00
  • Website: www.narroway.net
  • Category: Family Fun

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

New Year's Eve at WinterFest

This year, the holiday fun doesn’t stop when Christmas ends! Carowinds is offering a brand-new way to celebrate New Year’s ...

Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic

Hornets Game: Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic.

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Family New Years Eve Celebration at Beech Mountain Ski Resort

For the younger crowd, Beech Mountain Resort offers “Family Night” in the Lodge from 7 p.m. to midnight, free of ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm 
  • Location: Beech Mountain Ski Resort 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, North Carolina 28604.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

CLT New Year's Eve at Levine Avenue of the Arts

Ring in 2019 at the Queen City’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, CLT New Year’s Eve, Presented by Ally! This ...

01January

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

First Day Hike at Lake Norman State Park

Start the year off in the outdoors! Join a park ranger for a 1.5 mile hike through the forests of ...

New Years Day Commitment Run- Mooresville

Get the new year started off right and join Charlotte Running Company - Mooresville for a New Year's Day Commitment ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Charlotte Running Company Lake Norman 146 Mooresville Commons Way, Mooresville, NC 28117.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

First Footin' 2019

Enjoy the holiday’s pleasures a little too much? Stuffed to the gills from all those parties? Determined that this is ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Rural Hill 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Girl of the Year 2019 Launch Event

Join us to celebrate the arrival of our newest Girl of the Year! Be the first to discover her story, ...

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tuesday Tot Time! at Winter Wonderland SouthPark

We want to make sure everyone has a great time with us so we've made it a little easier! Parents, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Winter Wonderland SouthPark 4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28211.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Storytime

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

Hair of the Dog Hike at DSBG

Kick off the New Year with a refreshing guided Garden hike on New Year’s Day! Bloody Marys and mimosas will be ...

Winter Wonderland at SouthPark

Relish the magic of the season at SouthPark's own Winter Wonderland, Charlotte's newest open-air ice skating rink and ultimate holiday ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Between SouthPark Mall and Symphony Park; located behind Dick's Sporting Goods 4400 Sharon Rd Charlotte, NC 28211.
  • Website: winterwonderlandsouthpark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Children's Theater Satellite Classes

Charlotte Children's Theater offers creative drama classes with a playful introduction to performing, while learning theater concepts and terminology. There ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Huntersville Parks & Recreation PO Box 2879, 105 Gilead Rd, Huntersville, North Carolina 28070.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun
02January

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

Baby Storytime

Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, ...

Charlotte New Year's Day 5K

Charlotte’s New Year’s Day 5K -- a first for Charlotte-- invites the community to get the new year started on ...

Holiday Special: Board Games

Play your favorite board games with friends at the library.

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Hornets vs. Dallas Mavericks

Hornets Game: Charlotte Hornets vs. Dallas Mavericks.

Lenny Boy Trivia Night at Lenny Boy Brewing Co

Every Wednesday, we have trivia starting at 7:00PM hosted by Mindless Minutia Trivia. Grab your friends, a beer or Kombucha ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Lenny Boy Brewing Co. 3000 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina 28217.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live Trivia Wednesdays at Boardwalk Billy's UNCC

Join Mitch of Snapdragon Entertainment every Wednesday at Boardwalk Billy's UNCC for General Knowledge Trivia. Categories cover a wide variety ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Boardwalk Billy's UNCC 9005 J M Keynes Dr #2, Charlotte 28262
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
03January

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

Tiny Tots Storytime

Stories, music and movement for tiny tots. Storytime is designed to develop language, listening and coordination skills. This program is ...

Preschool Storytime: Listen and Move

Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which children ...

Into the Wild

Children will have fun engaging in the natural habitats of animals and earth science through outdoor exploration, fun experiements and ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun
04January

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

Free Candy Friday - Come on in! at Candy Warehouse

The first Friday of every month, we give away free candy! If you've never been to Candy Warehouse, you are ...

  • 8:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Candy Warehouse (Charlotte, NC) 7020-A Reames Road, Charlotte, North Carolina 28216.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Preschool Storytime: Listen and Move

Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which ...

Backyard Wilderness at Discovery Place Science

Explore the unexpected wonder of nature that is right under our noses in Backyard Wilderness in IMAX. Backyard Wilderness displays a ...

Backyard Wilderness at Discovery Place Science

Explore the unexpected wonder of nature that is right under our noses in Backyard Wilderness in IMAX. Backyard Wilderness displays a ...

Puppet Show: The Shadow Knows at Discovery Place Nature

Will we have an early spring? Is it time for spring to come or will we have six more weeks of ...

Kitchen (un)Confidential at Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville

Dive into the deepest depths of our kitchen cabinets to use ingredients we have on hand to do some explosive ...

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Music with Holly

Join us for a one of a kind music and movement program that is a fusion of learning and listening ...

What's Glowing On at Discovery Place Science

Experience the worlds of hot light, cold light and things that glow in the dark! Test your knowledge in our ...

Seasonal Stargazing at Discovery Place Nature

Gaze up at the winter stars and constellations in this 15-minute guided tour of the night sky in the Discovery ...

Aboriginal Dot Art at Discovery Place Science

Celebrate Australia’s independence with aboriginal dot art painting. Learn more about this unique art form and then create a masterpiece ...

Science at The Stage at Discovery Place Science

The only thing you can expect is to be amazed Gather for a smorgasbord of science experiments, demonstrations and hands-on experiences. ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun
05January

Latta Quest at Latta Plantation Nature Center

Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage ...

  • 12:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Latta Plantation Nature Center 6211 Sample Rd, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bug Lab at Discovery Place Science

For the first time in North America, see the world the bugs built at Discovery Place Science. Experience the immersive world ...

A Sense of Place at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve

Curious about when certain flowers bloom? When do we start hearing Spring Peeper frogs? When do the trees get their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve 4601 Nevin Road, Charlotte, North Carolina 28269.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Creating With Books

Listen to stories and extend learning through a variety of hands-on activities.

Family Storytime

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

ASC Culture Blocks: Drums4Life

Join Drums4Life (D4L) drum circle to experience the spontaneous creation of music on a variety of drums and percussion instruments. ...

Listen & Move Storytime

Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which ...

Puppet Show: The Shadow Knows at Discovery Place Nature

Will we have an early spring? Is it time for spring to come or will we have six more weeks of ...

Seasonal Stargazing at Discovery Place Nature

Gaze up at the winter stars and constellations in this 15-minute guided tour of the night sky in the Discovery ...

What's Glowing On at Discovery Place Science

Experience the worlds of hot light, cold light and things that glow in the dark! Test your knowledge in our ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Town Creek Under the Stars - Return of Wintermaker

Join us for an evening beneath one of the last great dark sky sites in the North Carolina piedmont! The ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Town Creek Indian Mound NC Historic Site 509 Town Creek Mound Rd, Mount Gilead, North Carolina 27306.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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