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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

SCNP: Migratory Birds Week (drop-in)

The 2nd week of May is Migratory Birds Week, and millions migrate through Charlotte in the spring and fall. Celebrate ...

Sensory-Friendly Hours at Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville

Sensory-friendly hours are now monthly and will continue on the first Sunday of every month from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 ...

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

NC's fresh & locally grown...from produce to plants, shops, arts & crafts...year-round at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

The Velveteen Rabbit

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts is proud to present the next mainstage production in our 30th Season lineup, The ...

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

Birkdale Village Commons Market

Discover the best of local shopping at the Birkdale Village Commons Market, happening every second Sunday from March through October! Curated ...

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 ...

Kannapolis’ Village Park Carousel and the Rotary Express Train

Enjoy a unique and affordable, kid-friendly attractions. Village Park’s Carousel and the Rotary Express Train open for the season . April ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 700 West C Street, Kannapolis, North Carolina,
  • Cost: $1.50 Each Ride
  • Website: www.kannapolisnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $15.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

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 ...

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $12.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.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 ...

Tot Time at Perfect Balance

Tot Time is non-instructional playtime in the gym. It is geared towards parents looking for a place to play indoors ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 8850 Monroe RD. Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: 1 Hour Availability – $5.00/Cash or $6.00/Credit per Visit per Walking Child or $25/Month Unlimited Visits 1st Child & $10/Month Each Additional Child
  • Website: perfectbalancecharlotte.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

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 ...

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $12.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.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 ...

Allegra Westbrooks Regional: Listen and Move Storytime

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

Storytime at ImagineON

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

¡Hora del Cuento! Family Storytime en Español at South Boulevard Library

Este programa será presentado en español por el personal de la biblioteca de South Boulevard. Bríndele a su niño la ...

Tot Time at Perfect Balance

Tot Time is non-instructional playtime in the gym. It is geared towards parents looking for a place to play indoors ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 8850 Monroe RD. Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: 1 Hour Availability – $5.00/Cash or $6.00/Credit per Visit per Walking Child or $25/Month Unlimited Visits 1st Child & $10/Month Each Additional Child
  • Website: perfectbalancecharlotte.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

NC's fresh & locally grown...from produce to plants, shops, arts & crafts...year-round at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

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 ...

Homeschool Explorer Registration at Wing Haven Gardens

Homeschoolers and their parents/caregivers join together in an outdoor learning experience like no other! The SEED Wildlife & Children's Garden ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 260 Ridgewood AvenueCharlotte, NC, 28209
  • Cost: Member cost is $10/student; $15/family maximum Nonmember cost is $15/student; $20/family maximum
  • Website: winghavengardens.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $12.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.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 ...

Free Art Kits: Kuba Collage at The Mint

Free Art Kits offer fun and engaging takeaway projects for curious artists of all ages, inspired by The Mint Museum ...

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 ...

Tot Time at Perfect Balance

Tot Time is non-instructional playtime in the gym. It is geared towards parents looking for a place to play indoors ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 8850 Monroe RD. Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: 1 Hour Availability – $5.00/Cash or $6.00/Credit per Visit per Walking Child or $25/Month Unlimited Visits 1st Child & $10/Month Each Additional Child
  • Website: perfectbalancecharlotte.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Paint with Me

Paint, relax, create, have fun let loose, learn, and express yourself! January 14 / February 18 / February 25 / ...

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 ...

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to Uptown Mint museums

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

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

NC's fresh & locally grown...from produce to plants, shops, arts & crafts...year-round at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

SouthPark After 5

Free concert series this spring SouthPark After 5 will return every Thursday from April 16 - May 21, 2026. Stay ...

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

SCNP: Birding at Stevens Creek

Step out onto the trails as we explore the preserve and search the skies for our beloved winged friends. From ...

Preschool Ballet Classes

Twirl, leap, and dance with joy! Our preschool ballet class introduces little dancers to the magic of movement through imaginative ...

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 ...

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $12.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.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 ...

Free Art Kits: Kuba Collage at The Mint

Free Art Kits offer fun and engaging takeaway projects for curious artists of all ages, inspired by The Mint Museum ...

Tot Time at Perfect Balance

Tot Time is non-instructional playtime in the gym. It is geared towards parents looking for a place to play indoors ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 8850 Monroe RD. Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: 1 Hour Availability – $5.00/Cash or $6.00/Credit per Visit per Walking Child or $25/Month Unlimited Visits 1st Child & $10/Month Each Additional Child
  • Website: perfectbalancecharlotte.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Free Community Night at The Gardens at Stowe

Join us for a free evening of community fun! The Gardens at Stowe open their doors after hours for all ...

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 ...

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

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

NC's fresh & locally grown...from produce to plants, shops, arts & crafts...year-round at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

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: fun4charlottekids.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational & Tours, Free

Betty Bookworms Story Time + Coffe at Moxie Mercantile

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

SCNP: Explore the Carolinas - Bike the Greenways

Nature is everywhere! Explore what the Carolinas have to offer by visiting different greenways each month. This month we are ...

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

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $12.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytime at ImagineON

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

Free Art Kits: Kuba Collage at The Mint

Free Art Kits offer fun and engaging takeaway projects for curious artists of all ages, inspired by The Mint Museum ...

Tot Time at Perfect Balance

Tot Time is non-instructional playtime in the gym. It is geared towards parents looking for a place to play indoors ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 8850 Monroe RD. Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: 1 Hour Availability – $5.00/Cash or $6.00/Credit per Visit per Walking Child or $25/Month Unlimited Visits 1st Child & $10/Month Each Additional Child
  • Website: perfectbalancecharlotte.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

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 ...

Food Truck Friday at Armored Cow Brewing Co

Food Truck Friday is BACK for 2026! A brand new year, a whole new season of Friday night magic. Pull up ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 8821 JW Clay Blvd, Charlotte, NC 2826
  • Cost: Free (pay for food)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live Music at OMB Ballantyne

Join us for live music in the biergartens! Upcoming schedule for Ballantyne and LoSo: APRIL Saturday April 18, 1-4 PM Ballantyne (SpringFest) ...

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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

Bentley's Buds Flower Truck at The Bowl

From March 21 through June 13, Bentley's Buds Flower Truck will be bringing fresh, seasonal blooms to The Bowl every ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 15119 Bowl St, Charlotte, NC.
  • Cost: varies
  • Website: thebowlnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

NC's fresh & locally grown...from produce to plants, shops, arts & crafts...year-round at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1801 Yorkmont Road Charlotte, NC 28217
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Cotswold Farmers Market

The opening of the Cotswold Farmers Market was an important addition to the Cotswold neighborhood. The vendors with their local ...

Matthews Community Farmers' Market

We are the largest, most diverse producer-only farmers' market in the greater Charlotte area. All market products, except fish, are ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 188 N. Trade St. (next to Renfrows) Matthews, NC 28105
  • Cost: FREE admissionMatthews Community Farmers' Market
  • Website: www.matthewsfarmersmarket.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with the Birds at Carolina Raptor Center

Join us for Breakfast with the Birds, a special program at the Carolina Raptor Center on April 4th, May 9th, ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
  • Cost: Tickets are available for $35 for adults and $25 for children aged 12 and under. CRC members receive a $5 discount on each ticket.
  • Website: carolinaraptorcenter.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Cars + Coffee at The Gardens at Stowe

All makes and models are welcome (and encouraged!) to meet up at the Garden Pavilion parking lot to show off ...

Davidson Farmers Market

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

Kannapolis’ Village Park Carousel and the Rotary Express Train

Enjoy a unique and affordable, kid-friendly attractions. Village Park’s Carousel and the Rotary Express Train open for the season . April ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 700 West C Street, Kannapolis, North Carolina,
  • Cost: $1.50 Each Ride
  • Website: www.kannapolisnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

SCNP: Endangered Species Day (drop-in)

Celebrate and honor some of our most threatened species here in North Carolina. You can view (and maybe touch) our ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Stevens Creek Nature Preserve
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parkandrec.com
  • Category: Free

Spring Pottery Festival

Come experience the ceramic work of 100+ local artists from Charlotte and the surrounding area — from long-time professionals to ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 400 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC
  • Cost: $50 festival raffle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Yoga on the Lawn At Mint Museum Randolph

Participate in a one-hour yoga class with Dancing Lotus Yoga + Art on select Saturdays on the front lawn, or ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte
  • Cost: Classes are free for Mint members and $10 for nonmembers
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • 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 ...

Circular Saturdays at Innovation Barn

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

Free Art Kits: Kuba Collage at The Mint

Free Art Kits offer fun and engaging takeaway projects for curious artists of all ages, inspired by The Mint Museum ...

Kids Zone at JC Penny

FREE crafts for kids, extra savings for parents Kids get a FREE: Craft, ID badge & lanyard Collector's pin each month + Craft ...

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 ...

Open Play at Superior Play

When you bring your kids to an indoor playground at a Superior Play location, they’ll enjoy a variety of fun ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 11415 Granite St Suite C Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $15.00 – For all day play
  • Website: superiorplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Shop Local QC

The @shoplocalqc Second Saturdays Market is back! Every second Saturday of the month from April through November, expect a new ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 5622 Carnegie Blvd
  • Cost: Free - Plus, spend $50+ at the market and get a FREE pint or $7 off food @legionbrewingsouthpark
  • Website: www.instagram.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Live Music at OMB Ballantyne

APRIL Saturday April 18, 1-4 PM Ballantyne (SpringFest) - Jazz Revolution Saturday April 18, 6-9 PM Ballantyne (SpringFest) - Randel Hargrove MAY Friday May 1, 6-9 ...

Charlotte FC Home Game at Bank of America Stadium

Come cheer on Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium!

Movies under the stars!

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

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