676 E. Hughes Mill Road
Burlington, NC 27217
888-650-1139
Category: Animal Attractions, Educational, Outdoors
250 Dairy Barn Lane
Fort Mill, SC 29716
803-547-4575
Category: Sports and Recreation, Outdoors
431 Main St.
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
1-800-277-9611
Category: Natural Attractions, Outdoors
100 Clear Creek Drive
Burnsville
828-675-4510
Category: Animal Attractions, Outdoors, Outdoors
522 Park Office Lane
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
704-853-5375
Category: Outdoors
6800 Bringle Ferry Road
Salisbury, NC 28146
704-216-7800
Category: Outdoors
14000 Staton Road
Cedar Mountain, NC
828-877-6527
Category: Outdoors
1790 Hanging Rock Park Road
Danbury, NC 27016
336-593-8480
Category: Outdoors
759 State Park Road
Troutman, NC 28166
704-528-6350
Category: Outdoors
19929 U.S. 221 N.
Marion, NC 28752
800-419-0540
Category: Natural Attractions, Outdoors
717 Gurney Franklin Road
Lineville, NC
828-765-2681
Category: Outdoors
Kistler Memorial Hwy
Linville Falls, NC 28647
828-652-2144.
Category: Outdoors
1615 Kersey Valley Road
Archdale, NC 27263
336-431-1700
Category: Outdoors
Pisgah Forest, NC 28712
828-877-3265
Category: Natural Attractions, Outdoors
5000 Whitewater Pkwy.
Charlotte, NC 28214
704-391-3900
Category: Outdoors, Sports and Recreation
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
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Guo Nian Hao! Or Happy New Year! This year celebrate the year of the rat 11:15 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. while learning about the traditions associated with the Chinese New Year.
Cost: $11, included in admission, free for children younger than 1
Where:
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
105 Gilead Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
Website »
Discover what makes mammals unique by reading a story and enjoying crafts and activities related to mammals.
Cost: $4
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Website »
The Winter Bash event Lanti Performing Arts will include hot cocoa bar, popcorn bar, games, karaoke, student performances and lots of family fun.
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Where:
Lanti Performing Arts
323 Unionville Indian Trail Road
Indian Trail, NC
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Explore winter-time nature along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway. Bundle up and join naturalists from CROWN with an easy stroll along the path. Meet at the greenway entrance on Brandywine...
Cost: Free
Where:
Little Sugar Creek Greenway
500 Brandywine Road
, NC
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Sponsor: CROWN
Website »
All youth and adults are welcome to bring their best chili for everyone to try. Children and youth are invited to participate in the Kids' Dessert Bake-Off. Everyone who attends can try a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Philadelphia Church
1691 Hwy. 160 West
Fort Mill, SC
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Sponsor: Philadelphia UMC
Website »
"My Fair Lady" tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a...
Cost: TBA
Where:
Ovens Auditorium
2900 E. Independence Blvd.
, NC
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Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, 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
Website »
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
Website »
Vultures and humans will engage in a fun activity of the trainer's choice. It could be painting, playground fun or taking a walk with a vulture.
Cost: $8-$12, children 3 and younger free, included with admission to Raptor Trail
Where:
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
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Sponsor: Carolina Raptor Center
Website »
Raptor keepers will show some of their favorite bird species.
Cost: $8-$12, children 3 and younger free, included with admission to Raptor Trail
Where:
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Carolina Raptor Center
Website »
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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Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
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Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
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Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn, creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
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Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Once upon a time in an enchanted kingdom, all gathered to celebrate the birth of the royal princess. Whimsy and fun make the show perfect for all ages. See website for showtimes.
Cost: $10
Where:
Armour Street Theatre
307 Armour St.
Davidson, NC
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Sponsor: Davidson Community Players
Website »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
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Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage families in all that Latta Nature Preserve has to offer. There will be a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
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Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Kerri Hable
Website »
Discover nature with your little one through stories and activities related to the topic of the week.
Cost: $4
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Website »
Celebrate a different country each month. Register online.
Cost: Free
Where:
Matthews Library
230 Matthews Station St.
Matthews, NC
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Uncover the mysteries of nature through stories, crafts and activities related to the topic of the week.
Cost: $6
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Website »
Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities. Register online.
Cost: Free
Where:
Myers Park Library
1361 Queens Road
, NC
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Come support the students of the Youth Orchestra of Charlotte (YOC) as they prepare for their appearance at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. The orchestra...
Cost: $6-$10
Where:
Dale F. Halton Theater
1206 Elizabeth Ave.
Suite J, #291
, NC
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Sponsor: Youth Orchestras of Charlotte
Website »
Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
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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Let your little one jump for less during toddler time!
Cost: $12 per adult and child pair
Where:
Adventure Air Sports
2375 Cherry Road
Suite 101
Rock Hill, SC
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Children gain exposure to life skills by utilizing theatre and art activities. Classes occur on Mondays, but there will be no classes on January 20 or February 17.
Cost: Free
Where:
Tuckaseegee Recreation Center
4820 Tuskaseegee Road
, NC
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Sponsor: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
Website »
George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
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Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
Website »
Young children can jump at a discounted rate Monday through Friday, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Drop in for safe play on the equipment indoors.
Cost: $8, $10 on weekends and school holidays
Where:
Superior Play Systems
11415 Granite St.
Suite C
, NC
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With parental guidance, toddlers can jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit and craw through obstacles. Play time is for children just starting to walk through age 5 who are not yet in...
Cost: $3-$5
Where:
Charlotte Allstar Gymnastics and Cheerleading
11011 Monroe Road
Matthews, NC
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Telephone: 704-246-8611
Website »
Visit a Lancaster County librarian at Jumpin Jax Fun Center of Lancaster for story time. Regular admission is applied for children who want to stay to play following the event.
Cost: Free story time
Where:
Jumpin Jax of Lancaster
2650 Charlotte Hwy.
Lancaster, SC
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Come play in the open gym. All students younger than 3 must have an adult present at all times. Some Mondays are closed due to holidays, so please call to verify playtime.
Cost: $5, cash only
Where:
Carolina Stars
1080 Maxwell Mill Road
Fort Mill, SC
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Telephone: 803-548-3441
Website »
Play basketball in a structured environment.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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This parent-supervised indoor playtime lets kids go wild on colorful, clean, padded equipment.
Cost: $10
Where:
Romp n' Roll Northwest Charlotte
3611 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road
207
, NC
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Increase your strength, endurance and agility for sports.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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Lower stress and anxiety with yoga. Focus on breathing and poses that are fun.
Cost: $15
Where:
Charlotte Family Yoga
8230 Poplar Tent
Concord, NC
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Sponsor: Charlotte Family Yoga
Website »
Receive assistance with literacy in fun and interactive ways. Register online.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
View map »
Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Enjoy stories, songs and movement activities in your pajamas!
Cost: Free
Where:
Plaza Midwood Library
1623 Central Ave.
, NC
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Participants of all ages will learn proper Jazz dance technique. No previous dance experience required.
Cost: Free
Where:
Berewick Recreation Center
5910 Dixie River Road
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-414-2774
Website »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »
Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
View map »
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Introducing Morning Lift, a monthly event series designed to help you become your best self. Each month will feature different themes and speakers with a focus on wellness topics from motherhood to...
Cost: Free
Where:
Optimist Hall
1115 N. Brevard St.
, NC
View map »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
View map »
Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage families in all that Latta Nature Preserve has to offer. There will be a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
View map »
Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Kerri Hable
Website »
Learn about writing and expression by journaling. Register online.
Cost: Free
Where:
Hickory Grove Library
5935 Hickory Grove Road
, NC
View map »
Enjoy stories coupled with fun and easy yoga poses.
Cost: Free
Where:
Cornelius Library
21105 Catawba Ave.
Cornelius, NC
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Wildlife photographer Brian Skerry has spent more than four decades exploring the world’s oceans. Skerry often dives in extreme conditions beneath Arctic ice or in predator-infested waters,...
Cost: $19.50+
Where:
McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square
345 N. College St.
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: Blumenthal Performing Arts and Discovery Place
Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »
Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
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
View map »
Let your little one jump for less during toddler time!
Cost: $12 per adult and child pair
Where:
Adventure Air Sports
2375 Cherry Road
Suite 101
Rock Hill, SC
View map »
This weekly story time includes classic tales and new favorites.
Cost: Free
Where:
Barnes and Noble: Arboretum
3327 Pineville-Matthews Road
, NC
View map »
George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
Website »
Come paint pottery with your toddler for just $3/hour.
Cost: $3 per hour
Where:
Dish It Out
7828 Rea Road
#C
, NC
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Little ones bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from bigger kids. Jumpers need Sky Socks, which are available for purchase, and a signed waiver.
Cost: $8
Where:
Sky Zone
10200 Centrum Pkwy.
Pineville, NC
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Young children can jump at a discounted rate Monday through Friday, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Drop in for safe play on the equipment indoors.
Cost: $8, $10 on weekends and school holidays
Where:
Superior Play Systems
11415 Granite St.
Suite C
, NC
View map »
With parental guidance, toddlers can jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit and craw through obstacles. Play time is for children just starting to walk through age 5 who are not yet in...
Cost: $3-$5
Where:
Charlotte Allstar Gymnastics and Cheerleading
11011 Monroe Road
Matthews, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-246-8611
Website »
Preschoolers hear stories and sing songs without a parent or caregiver present in order to foster independence and growth every Tuesday.
Cost: Free
Where:
North County Regional Library
16500 Holly Crest Lane
Huntersville, NC
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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
View map »
This workshop is open to all ages. No previous dance experience is required.
Cost: Free
Where:
Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School Recreation Site
500 Bilmark Ave.
, NC
View map »
This parent-supervised indoor playtime lets kids go wild on colorful, clean, padded equipment.
Cost: $10
Where:
Romp n' Roll Northwest Charlotte
3611 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road
207
, NC
View map »
Kids the fundamentals of fitness, including agility, balance, coordination and strength training drills. Event occurs the second and fourth Tuesdays of January.
Cost: Free
Where:
Southview Recreation Center
1720 Vilma St.
, NC
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Teens will come out and play competitive video games.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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Get to know other teens, eat snacks and participate in a monthly activity. Meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
Cost: Free
Where:
Mooresville Public Library
304 S. Main St.
Mooresville, NC 28115
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Play interactive games geared towards social development that involve physical activities every Tuesday in January.
Cost: Free
Where:
Arbor Glen Outreach Center
1520 Clanton Road
, NC
View map »
Come for assistance with literacy in fun and interactive ways.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal Street
, NC
View map »
Latin Dance explores the Caribbean dance styles of Salsa, Bachata and Merengue in a fun and energetic dance environment. The class is open to all ages and no previous dance experience is required.
Cost: Free
Where:
Belle Johnston Community Center
1000 Johnston Drive
Pineville, NC
View map »
Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Come enjoy a safe place to walk or run on your own or with family and friends. The lights are left on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Cost: Free
Where:
Bailey Road Park
11536 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC
View map »
Latin Dance explores the Caribbean dance styles of Salsa, Bachata and Merengue in a fun and energetic dance environment.
Cost: Free
Where:
Albemarle Road Recreation Center
5027 North Idlewild Road
, NC
View map »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »
Get one free child ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket on Tuesdays. Each additional child ages 3-12 will cost $5.
Cost: $15 for adult
Where:
Sea Life Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
View map »
The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Twelve actors from all over the world are telling their ancestors' stories, all woven into a single narrative about escaping an oppressive homeland, drawn to the beacon above Ellis Island. See...
Cost: $20+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »
Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
View map »
Enjoy story time with your preschooler.
Cost: Free
Where:
Fort Mill Public Library
1818 2nd Baxter Crossing
Fort Mill, SC
View map »
Live at the Mint celebrates Charlotte’s dynamic arts community. Enjoy a performance by a quartet of musicians from the Charlotte Symphony at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
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
View map »
Let your little one jump for less during toddler time!
Cost: $12 per adult and child pair
Where:
Adventure Air Sports
2375 Cherry Road
Suite 101
Rock Hill, SC
View map »
George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
Website »
What is a microcosm? Delve deep into conservation by studying tiny worlds within our ecosystem. We’ll conduct field research, document our findings, and create a capstone project that combines...
Cost: $60
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
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Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Corine Rizzo
Website »
Young children can jump at a discounted rate Monday through Friday, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Preschoolers can bounce with their parents in a safe, climate-controlled facility.
Cost: $8
Where:
BounceU Charlotte
10624 Metromont Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Drop in for safe play on the equipment indoors.
Cost: $8, $10 on weekends and school holidays
Where:
Superior Play Systems
11415 Granite St.
Suite C
, NC
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With parental guidance, toddlers can jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit and craw through obstacles. Play time is for children just starting to walk through age 5 who are not yet in...
Cost: $3-$5
Where:
Charlotte Allstar Gymnastics and Cheerleading
11011 Monroe Road
Matthews, NC
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Telephone: 704-246-8611
Website »
Homeschool students receive discounted admission at Jumpin Jax Fun Center of Lancaster.
Cost: $8
Where:
Jumpin Jax of Lancaster
2650 Charlotte Hwy.
Lancaster, SC
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Come join story time with other families.
Cost: Free
Where:
Barnes and Noble: Morrison Place
4020 Sharon Road
, NC
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Come play all arcade games for half the price all day on Wednesday.
Cost: Price per game varies
Where:
Bowlero
210 E. Trade St.
, NC
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Program will bring girls together through games and activities, guest speakers, and field trips.
Cost: Free
Where:
Arbor Glen Outreach Center
1520 Clanton Road
, NC
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Students will learn the movement of the pieces and basic chess strategy.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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Ceramic teaching artists will walk participants through a clay project. Call 704-416-5200 to register.
Cost: Free
Where:
Mint Hill Library
6840 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Mint Hill, NC
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Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage families in all that Latta Nature Preserve has to offer. There will be a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
View map »
Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Kerri Hable
Website »
Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
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Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Practice fire safety and fire building techniques while enjoying hot cocoa. Register online for Jan. 8 or Jan. 29 session.
Cost: Free
Where:
McDowell Nature Preserve
15222 S. York Road
, NC
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Learn a fusion of Zimbabwe dance styles using traditional Zimbabwe vocabulary mixed with contemporary movement.
Cost: Free
Where:
Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center
2921 Tuckaseegee Road
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: ASC Culture Blocks
Telephone: 704-414-2774
Website »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
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Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
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Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn, creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Twelve actors from all over the world are telling their ancestors' stories, all woven into a single narrative about escaping an oppressive homeland, drawn to the beacon above Ellis Island. See...
Cost: $20+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »
Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
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Are your taste buds tired of your resolutions? Catch the Cupcake Delirium food truck in the Ballantyne Corporate Park.
Cost: Food available for purchase
Where:
The Brixham Tent in Ballantyne Corp. Park
11605 N. Community House Road
, NC
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Come play on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4.
Cost: Free
Where:
University City Regional Library
301 East W.T. Harris Blvd.
, NC
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Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
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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Let your little one jump for less during toddler time!
Cost: $12 per adult and child pair
Where:
Adventure Air Sports
2375 Cherry Road
Suite 101
Rock Hill, SC
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George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
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Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
Website »
Little ones bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from bigger kids. Jumpers need Sky Socks, which are available for purchase, and a signed waiver.
Cost: $8
Where:
Sky Zone
10200 Centrum Pkwy.
Pineville, NC
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Young children can jump at a discounted rate Monday through Friday, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Preschoolers can bounce with their parents in a safe, climate-controlled facility.
Cost: $8
Where:
BounceU Charlotte
10624 Metromont Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Drop in for safe play on the equipment indoors.
Cost: $8, $10 on weekends and school holidays
Where:
Superior Play Systems
11415 Granite St.
Suite C
, NC
View map »
With parental guidance, toddlers can jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit and craw through obstacles. Play time is for children just starting to walk through age 5 who are not yet in...
Cost: $3-$5
Where:
Charlotte Allstar Gymnastics and Cheerleading
11011 Monroe Road
Matthews, NC
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Telephone: 704-246-8611
Website »
Watch a King Vulture play on a playground in the Vulture Culture exhibit.
Cost: $8-$12, children 3 and younger free, included with admission to Raptor Trail
Where:
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Carolina Raptor Center
Website »
Play basketball in a structured environment.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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Teens will come out and play competitive video games.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
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Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
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Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
Come enjoy a safe place to walk or run on your own or with family and friends. The lights are left on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Cost: Free
Where:
Bailey Road Park
11536 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC
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Afrobics is a full body, fun experience—a dance fitness class combining Afrofusion movement to an African beat.
Cost: Free
Where:
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal St.
, NC
View map »
Learn cheers, chants and stunts with an experienced cheer coach.
Cost: Free
Where:
Arbor Glen Outreach Center
1520 Clanton Road
, NC
View map »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »
Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
View map »
Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn, creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Three choreographers will embark on creations for the company inspired by The Mint Museum’s upcoming exhibition “Immersed in Light: Studio Drift at the Mint.” See website for...
Cost: $25-$85
Where:
Center for Dance
701 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Twelve actors from all over the world are telling their ancestors' stories, all woven into a single narrative about escaping an oppressive homeland, drawn to the beacon above Ellis Island. See...
Cost: $20+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »
Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage families in all that Latta Nature Preserve has to offer. There will be a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
View map »
Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Kerri Hable
Website »
TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
View map »
Need a reason to get outside this winter? Take part in Latta Quest! This weekly activity is designed to engage families in all that Latta Nature Preserve has to offer. There will be a...
Cost: Free
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
View map »
Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Telephone: 980-314-1129
Contact Name: Kerri Hable
Website »
A guided meditation will focus on practicing kindness and will offer kids time to relax. Register online.
Cost: Free
Where:
Lake Wylie Public Library
185 Blucher Cir.
Lake Wylie, SC
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A young girl’s aptitude for words spells success for her future. Life for 11-year-old Akeelah Anderson isn’t easy, especially after losing her father and growing up in a tough neighborhood in...
Cost: 12-30
Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28202
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Sponsor: Children's Theatre of Charlotte
Telephone: 704-973-2826
Contact Name: Sarah Kasper
Website »
Visit Armored Cow Brewing for a fun filled Friday for live music, food trucks, vendors and beer for ages 21 and older.
Cost: Free
Where:
Armored Cow Brewing Co
8821 J.W. Clay Blvd.
, NC
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Learn new tricks to style her doll’s tresses, and take home doll highlights. Enjoy muffins, fruit and lemonade after the event. Sessions from 6-7pm and 7-8pm.
Cost: $25
Where:
American Girl Southpark Mall
4400 Sharon Road
, NC
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Sponsor: American Girl
Website »
Life for 11-year-old Akeelah Anderson isn’t easy, but will she overcome her own self-doubt and the pressures of her personal life to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee? Akeelah's...
Cost: $19+
Where:
McColl Family Theatre
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
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Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »
Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
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
View map »
Let your little one jump for less during toddler time!
Cost: $12 per adult and child pair
Where:
Adventure Air Sports
2375 Cherry Road
Suite 101
Rock Hill, SC
View map »
George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
Website »
Young children can jump at a discounted rate Monday through Friday, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Preschoolers can bounce with their parents in a safe, climate-controlled facility.
Cost: $8
Where:
BounceU Charlotte
10624 Metromont Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Drop in for safe play on the equipment indoors.
Cost: $8, $10 on weekends and school holidays
Where:
Superior Play Systems
11415 Granite St.
Suite C
, NC
View map »
Young children can jump with other little ones. Parents and caregivers jump free! W8less socks required.
Cost: $10 per hour
Where:
W8Less LKN
10442-A Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC
View map »
With parental guidance, toddlers can jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit and craw through obstacles. Play time is for children just starting to walk through age 5 who are not yet in...
Cost: $3-$5
Where:
Charlotte Allstar Gymnastics and Cheerleading
11011 Monroe Road
Matthews, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-246-8611
Website »
Visit a Lancaster County librarian at Jumpin Jax Fun Center of Lancaster for movement and yoga through stories. Regular admission is applied for children who want to stay to play following the...
Cost: Free story time
Where:
Jumpin Jax of Lancaster
2650 Charlotte Hwy.
Lancaster, SC
View map »
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
View map »
Meet at the Nature Center for this 1.5 hour hike around the preserve. Registration is required. Jan. 10, 17 and 31.
Cost: Free
Where:
McDowell Nature Preserve
15222 S. York Road
, NC
View map »
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
View map »
Enjoy local music every Friday while you eat, drink and shop.
Cost: Free
Where:
7th Street Public Market
224 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »
Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: USNWC
Website »
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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A portrait of America is captured in this program featuring Barber's iconic "Adagio for Strings" and Copland's "Appalachian Spring."
Cost: $27+
Where:
Belk Theater
130 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-972-2000
Website »
Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-866-6908
Website »
This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »
Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
View map »
The story of this great Apache leader comes to life and is a triumphant story of hope and healing that transcends time.
Cost: $10-$37
Where:
NarroWay Theatre
3327 Hwy. 51
Fort Mill, SC
View map »
Sponsor: NarroWay Productions
Telephone: 803-802-2300
Website »
The plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. A young woman about to be married discovers that any one of three men could be her father. She invites all three to the wedding without...
Cost: $19-$22
Where:
Matthews Playhouse
100 McDowell Street E.
Matthews, NC
View map »
Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn, creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
Three choreographers will embark on creations for the company inspired by The Mint Museum’s upcoming exhibition “Immersed in Light: Studio Drift at the Mint.” See website for...
Cost: $25-$85
Where:
Center for Dance
701 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
View map »
Twelve actors from all over the world are telling their ancestors' stories, all woven into a single narrative about escaping an oppressive homeland, drawn to the beacon above Ellis Island. See...
Cost: $20+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »
Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »
TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Once upon a time in an enchanted kingdom, all gathered to celebrate the birth of the royal princess. Whimsy and fun make the show perfect for all ages. See website for showtimes.
Cost: $10
Where:
Armour Street Theatre
307 Armour St.
Davidson, NC
View map »
Sponsor: Davidson Community Players
Website »
A young girl’s aptitude for words spells success for her future. Life for 11-year-old Akeelah Anderson isn’t easy, especially after losing her father and growing up in a tough neighborhood in...
Cost: 12-30
Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28202
View map »
Sponsor: Children's Theatre of Charlotte
Telephone: 704-973-2826
Contact Name: Sarah Kasper
Website »
Register online to come learn about birds.
Cost: $10
Where:
Selma Burke Center
781 Agape Drive
Mooresville, NC
View map »
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is ringing in the New Year with its third annual Healthcare Professionals Appreciation Month! Healthcare Professionals will receive free admission and 50 percent off for...
Cost: Free
Where:
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, NC
View map »
Explore the natural world through a good book. Your little one will enjoy hands-on activities and crafts inspired by the book’s theme.
Cost: $4
Where:
Latta Nature Center
6211 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »
Sponsor: Latta Nature Center
Website »
Explore colors, shapes and patterns while creating a vivid representation of your favorite family members.
Cost: $5
Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »
Sponsor: Harvey B. Gantt Center
Website »
Every 1st Saturday of the month, join Drums4life drum circle to experience the spontaneous creation of music.
Cost: Free
Where:
Sugar Creek Library
4045 North Tryon St.
Suite A
, NC
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Visit the Naturalist Center for this monthly program that combines science replicas, real specimens and a humanities focus.
Cost: $5-$8, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
The Museum of York County
4621 Mt. Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC
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Experience dance, art, vendors, giveaways, food, music, activities for kids and culture all in one place. Come check out black owned businesses and organizations.
Cost: Free
Where:
Cabarrus Arena and Events Center
4751 NC 49
Concord, NC
View map »
Sponsor: Create Amazing LLC
Website »
This smartly-written drama explores the dynamics of friendships formed, lost and regained.
Cost: Free
Where:
Sugar Creek Library
4045 N. Tryon St.
Suite A
, NC
View map »
Ceramic teaching artists will walk participants through a clay project. Call 704-416-5200 to register.
Cost: Free
Where:
Mint Hill Library
6840 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Mint Hill, NC
View map »
Explore a different trail on the preserve every first Saturday afternoon of the month, and meet new hiking buddies. Registration is required.
Cost: Free
Where:
McDowell Nature Preserve
15222 S. York Road
, NC
View map »
The Improv for Actors workshop teaches actors the fundamentals of improv and is taught by Karla Dingle, Improv Director at Acting Out Studio.
Cost: Free
Where:
Knight Gallery at Spirit Square
345 N. College St.
, NC
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Sponsor: Blumenthal Performing Arts
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Girls are invited to think like engineers, design robots, learn to code, develop apps and more. Register to participate in workshops with changing STEM topics. Ages 7-9, 10-11am; Ages 9-11,...
Cost: $18, includes museum admission
Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
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Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions, and discover the impact of gigantic volcanic episodes around the Solar System. Dive into the super volcano now gathering force beneath...
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Little ones bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from bigger kids. Jumpers need Sky Socks, which are available for purchase, and a signed waiver.
Cost: $8
Where:
Sky Zone (Pineville and Charlotte locations)
10200 Centrum Pkwy., Pineville
7325 Smith Corners Blvd., Charlotte
, NC
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Register for 90 minutes of hands-on Lego Robotics with a certified K-8 public educator. See website for full schedule of dates and locations, including Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne, HurtHub at...
Cost: $35
Where:
Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne
13139 Ballantyne Corporate Pl.
, NC
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Sponsor: Digi-Bridge
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Young children can jump at a discounted rate on Saturday mornings, and for an additional $2, parents can jump too. All jumpers need to purchase Altitude Trampoline Socks for $2.
Cost: $7
Where:
Altitude Trampoline Park
3490 E. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Connect with your child through collaborative art-making while learning techniques you can use in your home. Class meets the first Saturday of every month.
Cost: $10 per child
Where:
The Bridge
4100 Raleigh St.
, NC
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Sponsor: Arts+
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George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows presented faith of Jesus Christ in song. Come discover the ways the Lord used their efforts and their music to open hearts around the world. Read inspiring...
Cost: Free
Where:
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
, NC
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Sponsor: The Billy Graham Library
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Every Saturday this month, Historic Brattonsville will feature special guided tours that interpret African American history and culture in the Carolina Piedmont. Included with admission; special...
Cost: $5-$8, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Historic Brattonsville
1444 Brattonsville Road
McConnells, SC
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Ceramic teaching artists will walk participants through a clay project from start to finish. Call 980-314-1115 to register.
Cost: Free
Where:
Tuckaseegee Recreation Center
4820 Tuskaseegee Road
, NC
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Sponsor: Clayworks
Telephone: 980-314-1115
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Participants will learn about African drumming and get hands-on experience with African instruments. Youth session is 11am-noon; session for all ages is noon-1pm.
Cost: Free
Where:
Sugar Creek Library
4045 N. Tryon St.
Suite A
, NC
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Visit dinosaur graveyards, study their bones, and reconstruct how these creatures lived and died to solve four famous cold cases from the age of the dinosaurs.
Cost: $5-$8, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
The Planetarium at the Museum of York County
4621 Mt Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC
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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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Vultures and humans will engage in a fun activity of the trainer's choice. It could be painting, playground fun or taking a walk with a vulture.
Cost: $8-$12, children 3 and younger free, included with admission to Raptor Trail
Where:
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
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Sponsor: Carolina Raptor Center
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Let Arts+ teaching artists guide you towards your artistic goals. Any young artist interested in a career in the arts can benefit from this collaborative creative environment.
Cost: $10
Where:
The Bridge
4100 Raleigh St.
, NC
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Sponsor: Arts+
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Raptor keepers will show some of their favorite bird species.
Cost: $8-$12, children 3 and younger free, included with admission to Raptor Trail
Where:
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
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Sponsor: Carolina Raptor Center
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Follow a group of Victorian time travelers as they learn about the origins of atoms. Witness the formation of the first hydrogen atoms after the Big Bang, and then watch how those hydrogen atoms...
Cost: $5-$8, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
The Planetarium at the Museum of York County
4621 Mt. Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC
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Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the...
Cost: Free, $6 for parking
Where:
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
, NC
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Sponsor: USNWC
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A portrait of America is captured in this program featuring Barber's iconic "Adagio for Strings" and Copland's "Appalachian Spring."
Cost: $27+
Where:
Belk Theater
130 N. Tryon St.
, NC
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Telephone: 704-972-2000
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A child's intense world of playfulness, loyalty, adventure and betrayal comes to life! Mowgli, the human child, grows up in the jungle, raised by wolves under the guidance of Baloo the bear. The...
Cost: $165/monthly draft
Where:
Ballantyne Arts Center
11318 North Community House Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
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Telephone: 704 716 4600
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This exhibition explores Mars and mankind's fascination with this world through mythology, history, literature, movies, TV and science. Showings Tues.-Sat. at 3:30pm.
Cost: $5-$8, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
The Planetarium at the Museum of York County
4621 Mt. Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC
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Creepy Nature is designed to share the actual science of weird and unusual plants and animals. This exhibit features horror fiction concepts like vampires, zombies, mummies and alien invaders....
Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Telephone: 704-866-6908
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This exhibit explores the rise and demise of Charlotte’s Brooklyn neighborhood, once the most vibrant black community in the Carolinas.
Cost: $6-$10, children 5 and younger free
Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. 7th St.
, NC
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Richard Childress Racing and the NASCAR Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit to honor the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing using artifacts, race cars, images and audio/video displays.
Cost: $12-$25, children 2 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 East Martin Luther King Blvd
, NC
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The story of this great Apache leader comes to life and is a triumphant story of hope and healing that transcends time.
Cost: $10-$37
Where:
NarroWay Theatre
3327 Hwy. 51
Fort Mill, SC
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Sponsor: NarroWay Productions
Telephone: 803-802-2300
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Life for 11-year-old Akeelah Anderson isn’t easy, but will she overcome her own self-doubt and the pressures of her personal life to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee? Akeelah's...
Cost: $19+
Where:
McColl Family Theatre
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
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Telephone: 704-973-2828
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The plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. A young woman about to be married discovers that any one of three men could be her father. She invites all three to the wedding without...
Cost: $19-$22
Where:
Matthews Playhouse
100 McDowell Street E.
Matthews, NC
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Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn, creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology
Cost: $6-$15, children 4 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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The title, "Coined in the South," refers not only to The Mint Museum’s origins as the first branch of the United States Mint, but also to the acts of inventing and devising....
Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs by exploring their eggs, nests, and young. This colorful and interactive exhibit features an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs and...
Cost: $6-$7, children 3 and younger free, included with admission
Where:
Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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Three choreographers will embark on creations for the company inspired by The Mint Museum’s upcoming exhibition “Immersed in Light: Studio Drift at the Mint.” See website for...
Cost: $25-$85
Where:
Center for Dance
701 N. Tryon St.
, NC
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Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 square feet of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three areas and an on-ice Airstream...
Cost: $20
Where:
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
, NC
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Twelve actors from all over the world are telling their ancestors' stories, all woven into a single narrative about escaping an oppressive homeland, drawn to the beacon above Ellis Island. See...
Cost: $20+
Where:
Knight Theater
430 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Telephone: 704-372-1000
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Is it possible that an asteroid collided with the Earth and wiped-out the dinosaurs? Shows are daily at 1 and 3pm.
Cost: Planetarium tickets are $5, children 3 and younger free
Where:
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
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TEN features a selection of works from sixteen past fourth-floor exhibitions to showcase the excellence of the Bechtler collection in celebration of the museum's ten-year anniversary.
Cost: $5-$9, children younger than 10 free
Where:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S. Tryon St.
, NC
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Once upon a time in an enchanted kingdom, all gathered to celebrate the birth of the royal princess. Whimsy and fun make the show perfect for all ages. See website for showtimes.
Cost: $10
Where:
Armour Street Theatre
307 Armour St.
Davidson, NC
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Sponsor: Davidson Community Players
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