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The restaurant will open early to cater to families of children with special needs. Families can expect smaller crowds, reduced lighting and noise, food and games, and specially-trained staff....
Cost: Free admission
Where:
Chuck E. Cheese
7701 Pineville-Matthews Road
, NC
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Classes for adaptive learning and sensory needs meet at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Where:
Sun Valley High School
5211 Old Charlotte Hwy.
Monroe, NC
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Sponsor: Church of the Redeemer
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Experience age-level appropriate Sunday school classes at 9:30 and 11 a.m. that connect families with larger church programs and ministries while creating a welcoming environment for all families.
Cost: Free
Where:
Matthews United Methodist Church
801 S. Trade St.
Matthews, NC
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On Saturdays and Sundays from noon-5pm, the arcade bar opens to all ages with a parent or guardian present.
Cost: Cost for games
Where:
Abari Game Bar
1721 N. Davidson St.
, NC
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Telephone: 980-430-4587
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Teach or play with your child in the heated pool.
Cost: $5 per swimmer, max $15 per family
Where:
Goldfish Swim School
13403 S. Ridge Drive
, NC
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Enjoy music outdoors with the family. Dates: April 28, May 3, May 17, June 7, June 14, July 4, Aug. 2, Aug. 23, Sept. 6 and Sept. 20.
Cost: Free
Where:
Davidson Village Green
Intersection of Main Street and Concord Road
, NC
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This production pays tribute to the 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring. Audio Description and ASL provided for the...
Cost: TBA
Where:
Belk Theater
130 N. Tryon St.
, NC
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This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
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Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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The Things Come Apart exhibit reveals the inner workings of common, everyday items. Images explore how things are designed and how technology has evolved over time.
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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This exhibit explores the various aspects of walls, which includes the artistic, social, political and historical aspects, as well as the physical barriers like fences or sand berms. The space is...
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Try these summer fun activities at home to keep kids busy during summer. Fee includes one live small group lesson per week with a certfied teacher, daily activities, virtual field trips and more!
Cost: $10 per week per child or $50 for all 6 weeks
Where:
712 Circle Trace Road
Monroe, NC 28110
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Sponsor: Authentic Teaching
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Drop off your little ones to explore, play and learn during Music Mondays, Theater Thursdays and Food Fridays. A small snack is provided. Register online.
Cost: $21-$31
Where:
New Hope Baptist Church
2024 Redbud Drive
Gastonia, NC
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Toddlers can enjoy a special jump session every weekday morning. With each child age 6 and younger, an adult may jump for free, not including DefyGravity socks for $3.
Cost: $11 for one hour
Where:
DefyGravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Come out to meet local law enforcement, view their equipment and enjoy free hot dogs, water and snow cones!
Cost: Free
Where:
Chestnut Square Park
320 Chestnut Pkwy.
Indian Trail, NC
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Toddlers can enjoy a special jump session every weekday morning. With each child age 6 and younger, an adult may jump for free, not including DefyGravity socks for $3.
Cost: $11 for one hour
Where:
DefyGravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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Families of children with special needs can enjoy a special jump session the first Tuesday of each month. Defy Gravity grip socks, $3, are required.
Cost: $7 per hour for each jumper with special needs and immediate family members
Where:
Defy Gravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
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Toddlers can enjoy a special jump session every weekday morning. With each child age 6 and younger, an adult may jump for free, not including DefyGravity socks for $3.
Cost: $11 for one hour
Where:
DefyGravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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Explore the Mint Museum's exhibitions without charge.
Cost: Free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Road
Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC
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Telephone: 704-337-2000
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This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
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Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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This exhibit explores the various aspects of walls, which includes the artistic, social, political and historical aspects, as well as the physical barriers like fences or sand berms. The space is...
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Drop off your little ones to explore, play and learn during Music Mondays, Theater Thursdays and Food Fridays. A small snack is provided. Register online.
Cost: $21-$31
Where:
New Hope Baptist Church
2024 Redbud Drive
Gastonia, NC
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Toddlers can enjoy a special jump session every weekday morning. With each child age 6 and younger, an adult may jump for free, not including DefyGravity socks for $3.
Cost: $11 for one hour
Where:
DefyGravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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Hear live music every Thursday, June 4 through August 13. Bring chairs, blankets, and money for food trucks, beer, wine and sodas. See website for lineup.
Cost: $5 per person (free for members); $5 per car for parking
Where:
Anne Springs Close Greenway
291 Dairy Barn Ln.
Fort Mill, SC
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River Jam brings live music outdoors, right in the middle of the world’s largest man-made whitewater river. Hear music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, as well as during each of...
Cost: $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
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Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »
Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
This exhibit explores the various aspects of walls, which includes the artistic, social, political and historical aspects, as well as the physical barriers like fences or sand berms. The space is...
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Come to the ballpark for 80’s Night with an t-shirt giveaway to the first 2,000 fans. Stick around for fireworks.
Cost: $13+
Where:
BB&T Stadium
324 S. Mint St.
, NC
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Drop off your little ones to explore, play and learn during Music Mondays, Theater Thursdays and Food Fridays. A small snack is provided. Register online.
Cost: $21-$31
Where:
New Hope Baptist Church
2024 Redbud Drive
Gastonia, NC
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Toddlers can enjoy a special jump session every weekday morning. With each child age 6 and younger, an adult may jump for free, not including DefyGravity socks for $3.
Cost: $11 for one hour
Where:
DefyGravity Trampoline Park
8116 University City Blvd.
, NC
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Caregivers and their littles learn new yoga poses with songs and games. Multiple class rates available.
Cost: $20
Where:
Tiny Blooms Yoga
15905 Brookway Drive
Suite 4106
Huntersville, NC
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rab dinner from a variety of local food trucks at this weekly rally. Visit the website for a list of participating trucks.
Cost: Free admission
Where:
Resident Culture Brewing Company
2101 Central Ave.
, NC
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This family-friendly event features craft brews, wine, cider, live music and the best food trucks in Charlotte. Bring the whole family, including your dogs. Along...
Cost: Free
Where:
Sycamore Brewing
2161 Hawkins St.
, NC
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Treat the kids and yourself to a fun night out! Drop kids off to run, play and dance. Pizza dinner is included.
Cost: $25
Where:
Romp n' Roll NW Charlotte
3611 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road
207
, NC
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The businesses at the Warehouses on White are pleased to host each first Friday for a night of fun and food!
Cost: Free
Where:
Warehouse on White
130 W. White St.
Rock Hill, SC
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Live the story of Stephen and the Apostles. Experience the rousing power of ANNO DOMINI: the year of our Lord while enjoying a Greek dinner.
Cost: $10-$40
Where:
NarroWay Theater
3327 Highway 51
Fort Mill, SC 29715
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River Jam brings live music outdoors, right in the middle of the world’s largest man-made whitewater river. Hear music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, as well as during each of...
Cost: $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
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Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »
Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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See the original, Broadway-style dinner show, and experience the story of Stephen and the Apostles. See website for showtimes.
Cost: $10-$40
Where:
NarroWay Theatre
3327 Hwy 51
Fort Mill, SC
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Sponsor: NarroWay Productions
Telephone: 803-802-2300
Website »
This exhibit explores the various aspects of walls, which includes the artistic, social, political and historical aspects, as well as the physical barriers like fences or sand berms. The space is...
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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See this collection of Chevys, Buicks, GMCs and Cadillacs in car show.
Cost: $4-$12
Where:
North Carolina Transportation Museum
1 Samuel Spencer Drive
Spencer, NC
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Toss the training wheels, and learn to glide, balance, peddle, pump and ride.
Cost: Free
Where:
Marion Diehl Rec Center
2219 Tyvola Road
, NC
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This craft beer festival will feature local beer for purchase, a train ride with specialty brews, food trucks and family games.
Cost: $4-$12
Where:
North Carolina Transportation Museum
1 Samuel Spencer Drive
Spencer, NC
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Explore amazing science news and stories happening in your local area. Participate in this special live performance with scientists.
Cost: $35+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Telephone: 704-372-1000
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On Saturdays and Sundays from noon-5pm, the arcade bar opens to all ages with a parent or guardian present.
Cost: Cost for games
Where:
Abari Game Bar
1721 N. Davidson St.
, NC
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Telephone: 980-430-4587
Website »
Live the story of Stephen and the Apostles. Experience the rousing power of ANNO DOMINI: the year of our Lord while enjoying a Greek dinner.
Cost: $10-$40
Where:
NarroWay Theater
3327 Highway 51
Fort Mill, SC 29715
View map »
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library presents monthly story times at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. every second Saturday of the month.
Cost: Free
Where:
Northlake Mall Live 360° Games Court
6801 Northlake Mall Drive
, NC
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Sponsor: Northlake Mall
Website »
River Jam brings live music outdoors, right in the middle of the world’s largest man-made whitewater river. Hear music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, as well as during each of...
Cost: $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Bring chairs and blankets to watch movies in the park. Concessions will be available for purchase. The second Saturday of the month, May through September with a Halloween special on Oct. 17.
Cost: Free
Where:
Stowe Park
24 S. Main St.
Belmont, NC
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This exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the black basalt sculpture made by Josiah Wedgwood and other Staffordshire potters in late eighteenth-century England.
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free
Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »
Multiplied: Edition MAT and the Transformable Work of Art examines the rise of three-dimensional objects issued in editions, which emerged as an international phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
See the original, Broadway-style dinner show, and experience the story of Stephen and the Apostles. See website for showtimes.
Cost: $10-$40
Where:
NarroWay Theatre
3327 Hwy 51
Fort Mill, SC
View map »
Sponsor: NarroWay Productions
Telephone: 803-802-2300
Website »
This exhibit explores the various aspects of walls, which includes the artistic, social, political and historical aspects, as well as the physical barriers like fences or sand berms. The space is...
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
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