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29August

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Caffeine And Chrome

You won’t want to miss the excitement of Caffeine and Chrome! Join Gateway Classic Cars at one of our 14 ...

Davidson Farmers Market

Open every Saturday (April-Nov) 9AM-12PM.

Free Flag Girls Rugby Clinic

Join Girls Rugby for a FREE, high-energy introductory flag rugby clinic for girls in grades 1st–8th! Designed for girls looking ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Mountain Island Charter School – 13440 Lucia Riverbend Hwy, Mt Holly, NC 28120
  • Cost: $0
  • Website: girlsrugby.org
  • Category: Classes

Free Open House at The Grove | Breakfast & Coffee on Us

The Grove is a Membership club for families in Myers Park, built for kids and designed for adults. On Saturday, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Grove, 1043 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: thegroveclt.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Muddy Kids Charlotte at Porter Farms

Muddy Kids is coming to Charlotte, NC on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The 2026 edition of the Adventure for the ...

LEGO Off Track experience at Symphony Park

The LEGO Off Track experience is coming back to Symphony Park, bringing racing fans of all ages an action-packed weekend ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Circular Saturdays at Innovation Barn

Circular Saturdays at the Innovation Barn - Come learn about the circular economy, local waste diversion efforts, and ways you ...

Gem Discovery Experience at Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

Big News! A New Family-Friendly Experience Is Coming This August! We’re excited to announce that the Elements By Talia Gem Discovery ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Meet a Raptor at Carolina Raptor Center

What actually is a raptor? Find out with a member of our education staff while meeting one of the raptors ...

Blume Studios VR

Blume Studios VR is Blumenthal Arts’ immersive virtual reality initiative, bringing internationally acclaimed free-roaming experiences to audiences in Charlotte. Through ...

Gospel According to Tennessee at NarroWay Productions

Inspired by a true family story. A fast-paced, fun dinner show set in East Tennessee Set in 1926 and inspired by a ...

Journey with Creole Storytime: A Haitian Cultural Adventure for Kids/Family

Free family event! Explore Haitian culture through stories, music & fun. Kids & families FREE! Aug. 29, 1:30–3:30 PM at ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Steele Creek Branch 13620 Steele Creek Rd., Charlotte, NC 28273
  • Cost: Admission is FREE!
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Davidson’s Concerts at the Circles

Davidson's Concerts @ the Circles concert series take place on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month on Jetton ...

Gospel According to Tennessee at NarroWay Productions

Inspired by a true family story. A fast-paced, fun dinner show set in East Tennessee Set in 1926 and inspired by a ...

Charlotte Knights vs Memphis at Truist Field

Come cheer on the Charlotte Knights and enjoy a fun night at the ballpark! Join us for pre-game catch on ...

River Jam at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Get ready to spend your summer nights by the water! The River Jam concert series is back, bringing over 80 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: whitewater.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Cosmic Night at Big Air

Every Friday & Saturday night we turn down the lights, turn up the music and fire up the lasers and ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Movie night under the stars at Fourth Ward Park

Enjoy a Halloween movie night under the stars at Fourth Ward Park. The annual 4th Ward Movies series brings family ...

Movies under the stars at Stowe Park Pavilion

Get ready for another season of movies under the stars! @aurorastarlitcinema will turn Stowe Park into a FREE outdoor movie ...

30August

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Sunday Funday at Top Golf Southwest

$30 per hour, per bay, all day, every Sunday when you book online. Sunday = Funday at Topgolf. We’re turning the ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 8024 Savoy Corporate Dr Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $30 per hour, per bay, all day, every Sunday when you book online.
  • Website: topgolf.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jeep Rally at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

Rev up for a fun Sunday at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market! The Charlotte Regional Farmers Market is hosting a Jeep ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Charlotte Regional Farmers Market 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: 0
  • Website: eventvesta.com
  • Category: Other

LEGO Off Track experience at Symphony Park

The LEGO Off Track experience is coming back to Symphony Park, bringing racing fans of all ages an action-packed weekend ...

Kids bowl for FREE on Sundays

Kids can bowl for free on Sundays in the Charlotte area, most notably at Pins Mechanical Co. (South End) until ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 307 W Tremont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Cost: Kids Bowl For FREE ages 12 and under
  • Website: www.pinsbar.com
  • Category: Free

Meet a Raptor at Carolina Raptor Center

What actually is a raptor? Find out with a member of our education staff while meeting one of the raptors ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Kid's Adventure Terrarium Workshop at The Plant House Huntersville

Calling all young explorers and budding botanists! Join us for a fun-filled adventure at our Kids' Adventure Terrarium Workshop, where ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 16641 Birkdale Commons Pkwy Suite 210, Huntersville, NC 28078
  • Cost: Choice of glass vessel size: 6" Bubble Ball: $30 8" Bubble Ball: $40
  • Website: workshops.planthouse.us
  • Category: Classes

Charlotte Knights vs Memphis at Truist Field

Come cheer on the Charlotte Knights and enjoy a fun night at the ballpark! After the game, join us down ...

Free Cotillion Preview

Come see what cotillion is all about! This 90-minute free trial class is a drop-off event for teens and tweens ...

31August

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Family Storytime (Outdoor) at Davidson Library

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

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Gaming Mondays at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Join us for an evening of gaming fun! Drop in and enjoy board games, life-sized games and video games from ...

Pajama Storytime at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

01September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Toddler Storytime at Hickory Grove Library

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Family Storytimeat Matthews Library

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Tea Time at Chez Marie

The perfect tea party awaits at Chez Marie. Choose from a selection of 9 different French teas, expertly paired with ...

Tune in Tuesday at Catawba Science Center

Get ready to go behind the scenes like never before! Join us the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month ...

The Day the Music Didn't Stop: 9/11 at 25 Years

The Rev. Stuart Hoke shares his firsthand account of September 11, 2001, recounting the shock, grief, and extraordinary resilience he ...

02September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Learning for Littles at Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and ...

Baby Storytime at Matthews Library

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

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Ballnatyne Farmers Market & Pop-Up Market

Shop the farmers market from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m on the first Wednesdays this spring & fall. The market ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 15810 Ballantyne Medical Pl, Charlotte, NC 28277
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Preschool Pretend Play

School is back in session, and we don’t want any of our young learners to miss out. Come practice preschool ...

Preschool Storytimes at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Engage your preschoolers with books, activities, stories and songs that encourage language and pre-reading skill development in order to help ...

Stories in 2 Languages: Spanish & English at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Engage your child with stories, songs, and activities in English and Spanish that support early literacy skill development and expose ...

Baby Storytime: Baby & Toddler Storytime at Matthews Library

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

Mega Jump at Big Air

Get Three hours of Jump for only $25

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Drop In During Free admission Mint museums

The Art Room is open! Drop by anytime between 5-8 PM on Wednesdays for self-directed, creative fun for children and ...

Drop-in Art At Mint Museum Randolph

The Art Room is open! Drop by anytime between 5-8 PM on Wednesdays for self-directed, creative fun for children and ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission at The Mint Uptown & Randolph

Wednesday Night Live connects you directly to your creative community. Presented by Bank of America, the Levine Center for the Arts ...

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to The Bechtler

Presented by Bank of America, Wednesday Night Live includes free admission to the Bechtler, the Harvey B. Gantt Center for ...

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Wednesday Night Live connects you directly to your creative community. Presented by Bank of America, the Levine Center for the Arts ...

Anime Fan Club - OCs and Fan Art! at Hickory Grove Library

Are you an Anime fan? Can’t get enough Manga? A Cosplayer extraordinaire or just starting out? Come to Anime Club ...

03September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Teen Geek Club at University City Regional

Participate in discussion and activities about recent films, television shows, books, graphic novels, science fiction, fantasy, anime, manga, and gaming. ...

Manga Mashup at Davidson Library

Been reading any manga or watching any anime lately? Come share with us what you're reading and watching! We're not a ...

Drop-in Art At Mint Museum Randolph

The Art Room is open! Drop by anytime between 5-8 PM on Wednesdays for self-directed, creative fun for children and ...

Concerts in The Garden

Concerts in the Garden brought to you by Parks, Recreation & Tourism in partnership with Parks Foundation and Old Town ...

Deputy of Diversion at Innovation Barn

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at the Innovation Barn where you'll learn to Recycle Right! Looking for a fun, ...

Weekly Ping Pong Clu

Head down to our taproom every Thursday at 6pm for our Weekly Ping Pong Club! Plus, the last Thursday of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Hi-Wire Brewing Charlotte: 340 W Tremont Ave, STE 140 Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: hiwirebrewing.com
  • Category: Family Fun

River Jam at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Get ready to spend your summer nights by the water! The River Jam concert series is back, bringing over 80 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: whitewater.org
  • Category: Family Fun
04September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Matthews Alive Festival

The Matthews Alive Festival is a Labor Day weekend celebration that continues nearly 50 years of tradition in downtown Matthews, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 213 N. Trade Street, Matthews, 28105.
  • Cost: Individual tickets are $2 each or $40 for a sheet of 30 tickets. A sheet of 50 tickets is $60.
  • Website: matthewsalive.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

North Carolina Apple Festival

Join us on August 29th through September 1st for the 2025 NC Apple Festival in downtown Hendersonville, North Carolina, for ...

Birding Walks

Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road Belmont, NC 28012
  • Cost: FREE - Note: Participants without memberships who wish to explore the Garden’s interior after the Birding Walk will need to purchase tickets for Garden admission.
  • Website: danielstoweconservancy.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational & Tours, Free

Learning for Littles at Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and ...

Betty Bookworms Story Time + Coffee at Moxie Mercantile

Betty Bookworms, a free storytime and music event for children. While kids enjoy the activity, their caregivers can sip ...

SCNP: National Wildlife Day (drop-in)

Celebrate National Wildlife Day at Stevens Creek. Get up close and personal with a variety of specimens, meet our ambassador ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Stevens Creek Nature Center
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.parkandrec.com
  • Category: Free

NC Apple Festival in downtown Hendersonvill

Join us on 09/04-09/07 for the 2026 NC Apple Festival in downtown Hendersonville, North Carolina, for a fun-filled celebration of ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Zen Zone Friday at ImagineON

Join us in the Teen Loft every Friday from 3-5pm to enjoy the Zen Zone! Take this time to pause ...

Asian Night Market at Urban District Market and Seoul Food Meat Co.

Try something new! This monthly celebration will feature authentic cuisine, outdoor dining, local vendors, and karaoke. Hosted by Urban District ...

Drop-in Art At Mint Museum Randolph

The Art Room is open! Drop by anytime between 5-8 PM on Wednesdays for self-directed, creative fun for children and ...

Fiesta Friday at Urban District Market

Let’s have a fiesta! We’re partnering with great Charlotte groups to bring Latin Vibes, food and drinks, dancing, music, and ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2315 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205. Closest light rail station is at 25th Street.
  • Cost: Cost: Free! Open to all ages.
  • Website: www.udmmilldistrict.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

First Friday Gallery Crawl

South End is home to a vast array of art in all forms: fine art galleries offering everything from the ...

First Fridays at Town of Davidson

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce the start of “First Fridays” along Main Street in Downtown Davidson and ...

Food Truck Friday at Armored Cow Brewing Co

A brand new year, a whole new season of Friday night magic. Pull up to Armored Cow every week for ...

Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing Company

OUR FAVORITE TIME OF YEAR!!! FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY IS HERE! Come eat, drink, and dance with us. Taproom opens at 3 PM Food ...

Pineville First Fridays

Join the fun in downtown Pineville on the first Friday of each month where artisan vendors, live music, and food ...

Sun Valley Social Night Market

Looking for a fun night out for the whole family? Don’t miss the Sun Valley Social Night Market—where shopping, music, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6467 Old Monroe Rd, Indian Trail, North Carolina 28079
  • Cost: FREE PARKING - FREE ADMISSION
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Live Friday Nights at Camp

Join us for live music, food, shopping, local art, and new surprises! This year’s programming is scheduled from 6 to ...

River Jam at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Get ready to spend your summer nights by the water! The River Jam concert series is back, bringing over 80 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: whitewater.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Rock the Park at Liberty Park

The Rock The Park Summer Concert Series at Liberty Park brings the excitement of Live music to the heart of ...

YuGiOh World championship

Come play our YuGiOh World championship event! Entry will be $20 and everyone will receive 3 packs of the World ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1224 Commercial Ave, Charlotte, NC,
  • Cost: $20 and everyone will receive 3 packs of the World Championship 2026 booster set!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cosmic Night at Big Air

Every Friday & Saturday night we turn down the lights, turn up the music and fire up the lasers and ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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