Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

Enjoy hip-hop related activities and performances, including live DJs, workshops, graffiti and other international acts that represent hip-hop culture. Part of the Breakin'...

Cost: Free

Where:
Spirit Square
345 N. College St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-348-5770
Website »

A community street festival featuring activities in four different zones: arts and sciences, family zone, green zone, and wellness zone. The connecting roads will be closed to cars so that...

Cost: Free

Where:
5.5-mile loop
Madison Park, Selwyn Park, Montford Park, Freedom Park, Myers Park, Ashbrook, LoSo, and Colonial Village neighborhoods
, NC
View map »

Website »

Be a costume designer and check out designs from one of Broadway's best! Families can also participate in artist demos, art projects, gallery visits, and yoga.

Cost: Children and Mint members Free, adult admission $6

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

Join the Superheroes of Heroic Ventures for an afternoon of lunch and bowling. Price includes activities with five superheroes and one hour of unlimited bowling, that includes shoe...

Cost: $20-$24

Where:
George Pappas Victory Lanes Bowling Alley
125 Morlake Drive
Mooresville, NC  28117
View map »

Website »

PlayPlay! Theatre focuses on simple plots and small audiences. Non-traditional performance spaces with floor seating and room to move around. Pre-performance experience engage the audience...

Cost: $12

Where:
Levine Jewish Community Center
5007 Providence Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-366-5007
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

Pieces of paper, scarves, an old trunk, even a simple ball all come alive through a natural discovery of play, engaging the very young and igniting their curiosity. PlayPlay! Theatre...

Cost: $12

Where:
Levine Jewish Community Center
5007 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC  28226
View map »

Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

Carolina Renaissance Festival Returns to Huntersville. For 8 fun-filled weekends, opening September 30th through November, the annual Carolina Renaissance Festival presents a full day of...

Cost: $14 - $25

Where:
Carolina Renaissance Festival Fairgrounds
16445 Poplar Tent Road
Huntersville, NC  28078
View map »

Telephone: 704-896-5555
Website »

Selections from one of the nation's most important and comprehensive collections of African-American art. This collection features a number of images from the fifty-eight-piece collection of...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

The debut of one of the most expansive collections of abstract and contemporary African-American art.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-374-1565
Website »

Explores how artists immortalize people, places and memories through the visual arts.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
The Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Website »

Both mesmerizing and mysterious, Siobhan’s works represent the interactions, and sometimes conflicts, of her conscious and subconscious minds. These thoughts are characterized by stunning...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

Get lost in the giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. Take a hayride, play cornhole, and hike the trails. See website for times. 

Cost: $8=$11

Where:
Historic Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-3113
Website »

Visitors to the farm and corn maize are invited to come out and touch tractors and trucks of all shapes and sizes. 

Cost: $10-$14

Where:
Patterson Farm
10390 Caldwell Road
Mt. Ulla, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-797-0013
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Enjoy two great mini programs in the science theater.  First, explore fall constellations in the seasonal stargazing tour of the night sky.  Then, learn about modern unmanned lunar...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites visitors to explore Asian culture during the Chinese Lantern Festival to be held Sept. 7 through Oct. 29, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each...

Cost: Online in Advance: $21.95/Adult, $19.95/Senior 60+, $14.95/Child 2-12, Free/Chil

Where:
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC  28012
View map »

Telephone: 704-825-4490
Website »

Fear rises when darkness falls when Carowinds is transformed from a “theme park” into a “scream park” during the annual haunt of SCarowinds. Experience the thrills of your...

Cost: Cost of Carowinds admission

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
Charlotte, NC  28273
View map »

Website »

Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures. Featuring updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion...

Cost: $10-$15

Where:
McCelvey Center
212 East Jefferson St.
York, SC  29745
View map »

Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Discover 400 years of Catawba Indian history as you explore replicated structures that reflect the life and culture of the Carolina Woodlands. Weather permitting;...

Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission.

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

This haunted trail located in Mooresville is open Thursday-Sunday throughout the month of October and is appropriate for ages 12 and older. 

Cost: $25 per person; cash or check only

Where:
Carrigan Farms, LLC
1213 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy.
Enter at West Entrance
Mooresville, NC  28115
View map »

Telephone: 704-664-1450
Website »

Visit the greenway weekends in September and October for horse rides, hay bale mazes, a pumpkin patch and kiddie corn maze. Plus farm animals, rubber duck races, pedal carts, kayaking and food and...

Cost: $10 per person for members; $12 for non-members

Where:
Anne Springs Close Greenway
Nature Center Entrance
1604 Hwy. 21 Bypass
Fort Mill , SC
View map »

Telephone: 803-547-4575
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

A terrible thing has happened to Junie B.,the world's funniest kindergartener. Someone has stolen her mittens and hasn't returned them. So when she finds a wonderful pen on the floor she...

Cost: $11-$13

Where:
Fullwood Theater
100 McDowell Street East
Matthews, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-846-8343
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in nature-themed activities, crafts and hikes. Kids will learn all about fall-related things, like what everyday things contain corn, the largest...

Cost: $5; free for members

Where:
Anne Springs Close Greenway
Lake Haigler Entrance
2573 Lake Haigler Drive
Ft. Mill, SC
View map »

Telephone: 803-547-4575
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs., including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, Zumba,...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-9654-614
Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs, including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, academic...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-965-4614
Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the moon, stars and beyond in the new planetarium. Housed in the museum's original Charlotte A. Kelly Planetarium, the dome has been retrofitted with a new Digitarium Zeta...

Cost: $8

Where:
Discovery Place Nature
1658 Sterling Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

Selections from one of the nation's most important and comprehensive collections of African-American art. This collection features a number of images from the fifty-eight-piece collection of...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

The debut of one of the most expansive collections of abstract and contemporary African-American art.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-374-1565
Website »

Explores how artists immortalize people, places and memories through the visual arts.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
The Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Website »

Both mesmerizing and mysterious, Siobhan’s works represent the interactions, and sometimes conflicts, of her conscious and subconscious minds. These thoughts are characterized by stunning...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

Join Rutherford Rabbit to enjoy a seasonally themed story and take-home craft activity in the Children’s Garden. Children can water the vegetable plants, dig for worms, explore the sensory...

Cost: $10/family (free to Wing Haven members)

Where:
Wing Haven Children's Garden
260 Ridgewood Ave.
Charlotte, NC  28209
View map »

Telephone: 704-331-0664
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs., including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, Zumba,...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-9654-614
Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs, including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, academic...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-965-4614
Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the moon, stars and beyond in the new planetarium. Housed in the museum's original Charlotte A. Kelly Planetarium, the dome has been retrofitted with a new Digitarium Zeta...

Cost: $8

Where:
Discovery Place Nature
1658 Sterling Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

Little artists and their adult companions explore the museum galleries and create art in this playful class centered on creativity, fine-motor skills, and confidence-building. Explore different...

Cost: $16

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC  28207
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2087
Website »

Discovery subzero science with hands-on experiments using both dry ice and fire. Register online. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Reedy Creek Nature Preserve
2900 Rocky River Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 980-314-1119
Website »

Celebrate fall with literacy games and activities. Children are welcome to wear costumes. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Mountain Island Library
4420 Hoyt Galvin Way
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-416-5600
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

Certified technicians will check and help families install carseats. No appointment necessary. Bring your vehicle, seat and if possible the child for the most assistance. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Matthews Police Department
1201 Crews Road
Matthews, NC
View map »

Website »

Certified technicians will check and help families install carseats. No appointment necessary. Bring your vehicle, seat and if possible the child for the most assistance. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Freedom Division
4150 Wilkinson Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

Selections from one of the nation's most important and comprehensive collections of African-American art. This collection features a number of images from the fifty-eight-piece collection of...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

The debut of one of the most expansive collections of abstract and contemporary African-American art.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-374-1565
Website »

Explores how artists immortalize people, places and memories through the visual arts.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
The Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Website »

Both mesmerizing and mysterious, Siobhan’s works represent the interactions, and sometimes conflicts, of her conscious and subconscious minds. These thoughts are characterized by stunning...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

Play and Learn classes are designed to provide the Charlotte community with fun toddler and parent focused learning and exploration. The eight-week class provides insight into the Montessori method...

Cost: Free

Where:
Omni Montessori School
9536 Blakeney Heath Road
Charlotte, NC  28277
View map »

Telephone: 704-541-1326
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs., including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, Zumba,...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-9654-614
Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs, including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, academic...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-965-4614
Website »

Explore the Mint Museum's exhibitions.

Cost: Free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph | 2730 Randolph Road
Mint Museum Uptown | 500 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2018
Website »

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites visitors to explore Asian culture during the Chinese Lantern Festival to be held Sept. 7 through Oct. 29, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each...

Cost: Online in Advance: $21.95/Adult, $19.95/Senior 60+, $14.95/Child 2-12, Free/Chil

Where:
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC  28012
View map »

Telephone: 704-825-4490
Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the moon, stars and beyond in the new planetarium. Housed in the museum's original Charlotte A. Kelly Planetarium, the dome has been retrofitted with a new Digitarium Zeta...

Cost: $8

Where:
Discovery Place Nature
1658 Sterling Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

Cells are the building blocks of all living things. Make a replica of a plant cell that you can see and eat out of candy! Power your mitochondria with sugar and learn about the structure and...

Cost: $5

Where:
McDowell Nature Center
15222 York Road
Charlotte, NC  28278
View map »

Telephone: 980-314-1128
Website »

Join McDowell Nature Center on select Friday afternoons for a variety of fun nature-based educational activities. Each TGIF will be a surprise ranging from guided hikes, nature games, crafts and...

Cost: Free

Where:
McDowell Nature Center
15222 York Road
Charlotte, NC  28278
View map »

Telephone: 980-314-1128
Website »

Learn about the holiday of Halloween and make a monster to take home. Register online.

Cost: Free

Where:
Mooresville Public Library
304 S. Main St.
Mooresville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-664-2927
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

Street rods, customs, street machines and muscle cars displayed at the Goodguys Pennzoil Southeastern Nationals span the spectrum of automotive history, ranging from Model-A Fords stuffed with V-8...

Cost: Single-day tickets start at $20, and kids 6-12 years old get in for just $6

Where:
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy. South
Concord, NC  28027
View map »

Telephone: 704-454-6416
Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

Selections from one of the nation's most important and comprehensive collections of African-American art. This collection features a number of images from the fifty-eight-piece collection of...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

The debut of one of the most expansive collections of abstract and contemporary African-American art.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-374-1565
Website »

Explores how artists immortalize people, places and memories through the visual arts.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
The Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Website »

Both mesmerizing and mysterious, Siobhan’s works represent the interactions, and sometimes conflicts, of her conscious and subconscious minds. These thoughts are characterized by stunning...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

Get lost in the giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. Take a hayride, play cornhole, and hike the trails. See website for times. 

Cost: $8=$11

Where:
Historic Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-3113
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs., including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, Zumba,...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-9654-614
Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

SKILLS Group of Charlotte is a non-profit, 501(c3) after school enrichment program for teens and young adults with special needs, including cooking with a pastry chef, healthing cooking, academic...

Cost: See website for prices

Where:
Hope Community Church
4418 Rea Road
Charlotte , NC  28226
View map »

Telephone: 704-965-4614
Website »

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.
Charlotte, NC  28203
View map »

Sponsor: Sycamore Brewing
Contact Name: Katelyn Carpenter
Website »

This food truck rally is family and dog-friendly and features 10-15 area food trucks, live music, and a gated kids' playground. 

Cost: Free admission

Where:
Trinity Presbyterian Church
3115 Providence Road
, NC
View map »

Website »

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites visitors to explore Asian culture during the Chinese Lantern Festival to be held Sept. 7 through Oct. 29, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each...

Cost: Online in Advance: $21.95/Adult, $19.95/Senior 60+, $14.95/Child 2-12, Free/Chil

Where:
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC  28012
View map »

Telephone: 704-825-4490
Website »

Bring the family out for a playground, jump pillow, face painting and hot dog bar starting at 6 p.m., followed by the "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" production at 7 p.m. and a...

Cost: $7 per person/$25 per car

Where:
Bit of Hope Ranch
5001 CR Wood Road
Gastonia , NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-862-0095
Website »

Fear rises when darkness falls when Carowinds is transformed from a “theme park” into a “scream park” during the annual haunt of SCarowinds. Experience the thrills of your...

Cost: Cost of SCarowinds admission

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
Charlotte, NC  28273
View map »

Website »

On Friday and Saturday nights, Sept. 22–Oct. 28, Tweetsie Railroad will host a Halloween celebration the whole family can enjoy. Ghost Train includes trick-or-treating, the...

Cost: $38

Where:
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane
Blowing Rock, NC  28605
View map »

Website »

Fall Works explores the exciting evolution of Charlotte Ballet, starting with a look to what the future holds, with Johan Inger’s "Walking Mad." Described as a...

Cost: $25+

Where:
Knight Theater
430 S Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the moon, stars and beyond in the new planetarium. Housed in the museum's original Charlotte A. Kelly Planetarium, the dome has been retrofitted with a new Digitarium Zeta...

Cost: $8

Where:
Discovery Place Nature
1658 Sterling Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

      The Harry Potter film series is one of those once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomena that continues to delight millions of fans around the world. Audiences will be able...

Cost: $20+

Where:
Ovens Auditorium
2900 East Independence Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-373-3600
Website »

Walk through the transformed grounds of Latta Plantation and visit with "spirits" in the forest, barn, and haunted house. Fri., 7pm; Sat., 10pm.

Cost: $10

Where:
Historic Latta Plantation
5225 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-2312
Website »

This haunted trail located in Mooresville is open Thursday-Sunday throughout the month of October and is appropriate for ages 12 and older. 

Cost: $25 per person; cash or check only

Where:
Carrigan Farms, LLC
1213 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy.
Enter at West Entrance
Mooresville, NC  28115
View map »

Telephone: 704-664-1450
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

A terrible thing has happened to Junie B.,the world's funniest kindergartener. Someone has stolen her mittens and hasn't returned them. So when she finds a wonderful pen on the floor she...

Cost: $11-$13

Where:
Fullwood Theater
100 McDowell Street East
Matthews, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-846-8343
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »

Family-friendly festival with children's activities ($10), free trick or treat, vendors, car show, silent auction, and food.

Cost: Free adimission

Where:
Huntersville United Methodist Church
14005 Stumptown Road
Huntersville, NC  28078
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-1156
Website »

Saturday, October 21st is Sweetest Day at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market. Our bakers have all the best treats, from cookies, brownies, pies, and more. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
1801 Yorkmont Road
Charlotte, NC  28217
View map »

Telephone: 704-357-1269
Website »

Travel back in time on a journey through the Mesozoic Era-the Age of Dinosaurs.  See full-bodied models of incredible creatures that time forgot. Observe predators stalking an armored...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6900
Website »

Join the discussion with representatives from CMS and the CMS Board of Education as few discuss issues such as: Who funds our schools?  Who decides how money is spent?   Why are...

Cost: Free

Where:
Frienship Missionary Baptist Church
3400 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC  28025
View map »

Telephone: 704-975-4335
Website »

These ongoing nature programs may feature a tour, demonstration or activity designed to inspire children and adults to explore the natural world of the Carolina Piedmont. In this program, hourly...

Cost: Adults $10; Seniors $8; Youth 4-17 $6; 3 and under and CHM members free

Where:
Museum of York County
4621 Mt. Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC
View map »

Telephone: 803-329-2121
Website »

Families are invited to the children's garden for pumpkin crafts and creepy crawly exploration, scavenger hunts, a scarecrow and refreshments. 

Cost: $20; $15 for members

Where:
Wing Haven Gardens
248 Ridgewood Ave.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-331-0664
Website »

Described as "real-life Etsy for geeks," this market will feature handmade items created by artisans of all fandoms, not just Harry Potter. There will also be a food truck rally on site,...

Cost: Free; canned item or non-perishable food donation suggested

Where:
Noah's Event Venue
2421 Yorkmont Road
, NC
View map »

Website »

Celebrate fall with family-friendly literacy games and activities. 

Cost: Free

Where:
North County Regional Library
16500 Holly Crest Lane
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-416-6000
Website »

Visit this fall antique festival combined with the Annual Zombie Walk and food drive. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Downtown Gastonia Historic District
Gastonia, NC

Website »

Drop in at the library for monster stories, crafts and games. 

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Public Library
1555 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-868-2164
Website »

In this previously unpublished children's book by author Margaret Wise Brown, follow the story of a little bunny and see if you can spot hidden details on the pages. Activities to...

Cost: Free

Where:
Barnes and Noble
Morrison Place
4020 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-364-0626
Website »

Daisy scouts through Senior scouts can work on a variety of badges, explore the garden, take on the Tulip Poplar Challenge and try a scavenger hunt. See website for a full list of badge offerings...

Cost: $15

Where:
Wing Haven Gardens
248 Ridgewood Ave.
, NC
View map »

Website »

Little artists and their adult companions explore the museum galleries and create art in this playful class centered on creativity, fine-motor skills, and confidence-building. Explore different...

Cost: $16

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC  28207
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2087
Website »

The family matinee shows introduce families to the world of ballet with pre-show activities such as a costume creation station, dance classes, and an on-stage host to guide audience members through...

Cost: $15 for children; $25+ for adults

Where:
Knight Theater
430 S Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »

Join Charlotte Dads Group at Topgolf (Charlotte, NC) for the October Dads Night out. RSVP over at www.charlottedadsgroup.com and confirm your attendance.

Cost: Free

Where:
Top Golf Charlotte
8024 Savoy Corporate Road
Charlotte, NC  28273
View map »

Telephone: 704-472-7990
Website »

Stop by for historic harvest demonstrations -on activities, wagon rides and more for kids of all ages. The highlight of the experience will be the ghost tours. Costumed interpreters will lead you...

Cost: $5-$8; children 3 and under free

Where:
Historic Brattonsville
1444 Brattonsville Road
McConnells, SC  29726
View map »

Website »

Participants will receive the center's Hide and Seek guide to aid in exploring the woods in search of local flora and fauna. This hike will cover out new Track Trails program, which is an...

Cost: Free

Where:
McDowell Nature Center
15222 York Road
Charlotte, NC  28278
View map »

Telephone: 980-314-1128
Website »

Piedmont Culinary Guild is hosting its fifth annual Carved competition – a family-friendly fall festival and pig pickin’! Included in your ticket purchase, you will be given...

Cost: $0-$20

Where:
Lenny Boy Brewing Co.
3000 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28217
View map »

Website »

Pumpkins, face painting, games and lots of candy. Halloween costumes are encouraged.  

Cost: Free.

Where:
Arboretum Shopping Center by the pond
8008 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC
View map »

Website »

Attend this outdoor, family-friendly  Pumpkimpalooza on with a bounce house, magician, fun games, and trunk or treat. Costumes encouraged.

Cost: Free

Where:
Sardis Presbyterian Church
6100 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC  28270
View map »

Telephone: 704-366-1854
Website »

Free entertainment including live music, face painting, balloon twisters, a magician, bounce houses, Springfree Trampoline, Halloween crafts and local craft vendors. Annual costume contest for...

Cost: $5 per vehicle for parking; additional costs for pumpkin patch and corn maze

Where:
Historic Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville , NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-3113

 Hayrides, bounce houses, carnival games, snow cones, a cake walk and more. Enjoy BBQ for purchase and live bluegrass music from the Lonesome Pine Blue Grass Band.

Cost: Free

Where:
Sharon Presbyterian Church
5201 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC  28210
View map »

Telephone: 704-323-9629
Website »

Enjoy bounce houses, hay rides, games, and free live performances by Billy Jones and the Pocket and others.  German food and beverages available for purchase.

Cost: Free Entry

Where:
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
310 Caldwell Lane
Davidson, NC  28036
View map »

Website »

Last chance this season to see the hard-hitting roller derby action that the Charlotte Roller Girls bring to the Queen City. Doors open at 4:30pm. The first whistle will sound at 5pm with our...

Cost: $7-16, under age 5 admitted free

Where:
Grady Cole Center
310 N. Kings Drive
Charlotte, NC  28204
View map »

Website »

Watch a double feature of "Curious George: A Halloween Boofest" and "Curious George: Spooky Fun."

Cost: Free with admission

Where:
Patterson Farm
10390 Caldwell Road
Mt. Ulla, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-797-0013
Website »

The work of artists on display includes that of Romare Bearden, Rockwell Kent, and Salvador Dali among others. "Art in the Book" provides a glimpse into the wide variety of illustrative...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Randolph
2730 Randolph Road
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

This exhibition, featuring 12 important paintings, drawings and prints, as well as a rare example of the artist's sculpture, will give them the opportunity to do so. Through the use of a rich...

Cost: $6-$12; children under 4 free

Where:
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-337-2000
Website »

Street rods, customs, street machines and muscle cars displayed at the Goodguys Pennzoil Southeastern Nationals span the spectrum of automotive history, ranging from Model-A Fords stuffed with V-8...

Cost: Single-day tickets start at $20, and kids 6-12 years old get in for just $6

Where:
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy. South
Concord, NC  28027
View map »

Telephone: 704-454-6416
Website »

K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace is a community-created exhibit about police-involved shootings throughout the nation and here in Charlotte. Co-created with activists and law enforcement, the media,...

Cost: $5-$8

Where:
Levine Museum of the New South
200 E. Seventh St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-333-1887
Website »

Carolina Renaissance Festival Returns to Huntersville. For 8 fun-filled weekends, opening September 30th through November, the annual Carolina Renaissance Festival presents a full day of...

Cost: $14 - $25

Where:
Carolina Renaissance Festival Fairgrounds
16445 Poplar Tent Road
Huntersville, NC  28078
View map »

Telephone: 704-896-5555
Website »

Special guest musicians and Festival mynstrel's honor key individuals instrumental in driving the region's rich Celtic Music. Visit the event website to learn more. Win...

Cost: $14 - $25

Where:
Carolina Renaissance Festival Fairgrounds
16445 Poplar Tent Road
Huntersville, NC  28078
View map »

Website »

Selections from one of the nation's most important and comprehensive collections of African-American art. This collection features a number of images from the fifty-eight-piece collection of...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

The debut of one of the most expansive collections of abstract and contemporary African-American art.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-374-1565
Website »

Explores how artists immortalize people, places and memories through the visual arts.

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
The Harvey B. Gantt Center
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Website »

Both mesmerizing and mysterious, Siobhan’s works represent the interactions, and sometimes conflicts, of her conscious and subconscious minds. These thoughts are characterized by stunning...

Cost: $7-$9

Where:
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture
551 South Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC  28202
View map »

Telephone: 704-547-3700
Website »

Get lost in the giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. Take a hayride, play cornhole, and hike the trails. See website for times. 

Cost: $8=$11

Where:
Historic Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-3113
Website »

All teachers with school IDs will receive free admission. 

Cost: Free for educators with ID; $10-$14 for others

Where:
Patterson Farm
10390 Caldwell Road
Mt. Ulla, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-797-0013
Website »

Lakeshore Learning Stores provide fun, free crafts every Saturday from 11am to 3pm. Visit Bit.ly/freecraftsforkids for the featured craft of the week or call your local Lakeshore Learning store for...

Cost: Free

Where:
Lakeshore Learning Store
10005 E. Independence Blvd.
Matthews, NC  28105
View map »

Sponsor: Lakeshore Learning Store
Telephone: 704-849-2450
Website »

The impulse to explore the unknown is as old as humanity itself, and today, a new frontier of solar systems, stars and galaxies beckons us.  What rocket designs might one day carry...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Family-friendly Halloween attractions for young children, including a costume parade, foam zone, mazes, plus rides. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $44; ages 3-5 admitted free with pre-k pass (available on

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Website »

Geared towards children ages 3 and younger, this class will focus on movement and energy release. Parent participation required.  

Cost: $6 per class

Where:
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 S. New Hope Road
Belmont, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-825-4490
Website »

A massive amount of energy lurks like a sleeping dragon beneath the surface of planet Earth.  Explore rare and extremely devastating volcanic eruptions and discover the impact of gigantic...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Enjoy two great mini programs in the science theater.  First, explore fall constellations in the seasonal stargazing tour of the night sky.  Then, learn about modern unmanned lunar...

Cost: $5 plus museum admission

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Telephone: 704-866-6923
Website »

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites visitors to explore Asian culture during the Chinese Lantern Festival to be held Sept. 7 through Oct. 29, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each...

Cost: Online in Advance: $21.95/Adult, $19.95/Senior 60+, $14.95/Child 2-12, Free/Chil

Where:
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC  28012
View map »

Telephone: 704-825-4490
Website »

Bring the family out for a playground, jump pillow, face painting and hot dog bar starting at 6 p.m., followed by the "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" production at 7 p.m. and a...

Cost: $7 per person/$25 per car

Where:
Bit of Hope Ranch
5001 CR Wood Road
Gastonia , NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-862-0095
Website »

Fear rises when darkness falls when Carowinds is transformed from a “theme park” into a “scream park” during the annual haunt of SCarowinds. Experience the thrills of your...

Cost: Cost of SCarowinds admission

Where:
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
Charlotte, NC  28273
View map »

Website »

On Friday and Saturday nights, Sept. 22–Oct. 28, Tweetsie Railroad will host a Halloween celebration the whole family can enjoy. Ghost Train includes trick-or-treating, the...

Cost: $38

Where:
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane
Blowing Rock, NC  28605
View map »

Website »

Fall Works explores the exciting evolution of Charlotte Ballet, starting with a look to what the future holds, with Johan Inger’s "Walking Mad." Described as a...

Cost: $25+

Where:
Knight Theater
430 S Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-1000
Website »

Young mates set sail on a self-guided pirate voyage aboard our miniature pirate ship, the Adventure, at anchor in the Explorer's Outpost.  Children can dress-up, learn and play at their...

Cost: $6-$7

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Discover 400 years of Catawba Indian history as you explore replicated structures that reflect the life and culture of the Carolina Woodlands. Weather permitting;...

Cost: $6-$7, includes museum admission.

Where:
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
View map »

Sponsor: The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Telephone: 704-866-6923
Contact Name: Philip McGinnis
Website »

Explore the term "cabinet of curiosities" with this exhibit that describes a room rather than a piece of furniture. "Cabinets" originated in the 16th century and held large...

Cost: Free

Where:
Gaston County Museum
131 W. Main St.
Dallas, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-922-7681
Website »

      The Harry Potter film series is one of those once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomena that continues to delight millions of fans around the world. Audiences will be able...

Cost: $20+

Where:
Ovens Auditorium
2900 East Independence Blvd.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-373-3600
Website »

Walk through the transformed grounds of Latta Plantation and visit with "spirits" in the forest, barn, and haunted house. Fri., 7pm; Sat., 10pm.

Cost: $10

Where:
Historic Latta Plantation
5225 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-875-2312
Website »

This haunted trail located in Mooresville is open Thursday-Sunday throughout the month of October and is appropriate for ages 12 and older. 

Cost: $25 per person; cash or check only

Where:
Carrigan Farms, LLC
1213 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy.
Enter at West Entrance
Mooresville, NC  28115
View map »

Telephone: 704-664-1450
Website »

Visit the greenway weekends in September and October for horse rides, hay bale mazes, a pumpkin patch and kiddie corn maze. Plus farm animals, rubber duck races, pedal carts, kayaking and food and...

Cost: $10 per person for members; $12 for non-members

Where:
Anne Springs Close Greenway
Nature Center Entrance
1604 Hwy. 21 Bypass
Fort Mill , SC
View map »

Telephone: 803-547-4575
Website »

Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins" delighted audiences on Broadway and now brings  a “spoonful of sugar” and a...

Cost: $12+

Where:
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
300 E. 7th St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-973-2828
Website »

A terrible thing has happened to Junie B.,the world's funniest kindergartener. Someone has stolen her mittens and hasn't returned them. So when she finds a wonderful pen on the floor she...

Cost: $11-$13

Where:
Fullwood Theater
100 McDowell Street East
Matthews, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-846-8343
Website »

The Year of the Engineer is an initiative celebrating the creativity and imagination of engineers. It includes the opening of an all-new Thinker Space lab and exhibition Think it Up, along with the...

Cost: $13-$17

Where:
Discovery Place Science
301 N. Tryon St.
, NC
View map »

Telephone: 704-372-6261
Website »