Thanksgiving Takeout Options Around Charlotte
Get a little side help, or go full turkey to pie
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Thanksgiving Takeout Options Around Charlotte
Get a little side help, or go full turkey to pie
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CELEBRATE FALL IN STATESVILLE Head to downtown Statesville on Saturday, November 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Statesville Pumpkin Fest. Look for a classic car show; a kids’ zone with inflatables; live entertainment; food vendors; and beer, wine,…
14 Birthday Party Venues for Kids in Charlotte
Updated October 2025 Charlotte Allstars 11011 Monroe Rd. Matthews Charlotte Allstar’s offers use of their gym which includes an inflatable obstacle course, slides, trampolines, foam pit, swinging rope and more. Birthday parties include a party hostess, setup and cleanup, one…
ASK A MOM: E-scooter safety, new mom guilt, and the story behind 6-7
Q: I’ve heard and seen lots of reports about kid accidents on e-scooters and e-bikes. Yet they’re all around our city and fairly convenient. Should my kids ride them? At what age? What are the ultimate risks and how do…
No Tricks, Just Tips
When my children were little, discussions about what costumes to wear for Halloween began in September. They loved dressing up, attending Halloween parties at school, trick-or-treating with friends, and then sorting (and eating) the candy they collected. While my children…
20 Birthday Gifts Under $25 for Kids in Charlotte
Here are 20 options for birthday gifts under $25 for kids, tweens, and teens.
Where to Find Halloween Costumes Around Charlotte
Getting kids to decide on their Halloween costume is half the battle. Not changing their minds in late October is the other. Finding the costume should be easy with these local shops: Morris Costumes 800-522-2956 4300 Monroe Road Spirit Halloween …
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CATCH A SPOOKY MOVIE UNDER THE STARS Head to Stowe Park in downtown Belmont for a family movie night on October 4 and 25. Belmont Movies in the Park will feature outdoor showings of The Addams Family (Oct. 4) and…
Haunted Houses and Trails in Charlotte
Prepare for a thrilling weekend or evening scare at one of these haunted houses or trails.
Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes Near Charlotte
It's that time again
Picture Perfect Porches
Lori Shaw and Jennifer Dolan met eight years ago, when their kids were in preschool. Both had lived and worked in New York; now, they lived five minutes apart in south Charlotte. “We came from the northeast, where fall is,…
Carolina Ascent: New Season, New Energy
All eyes are on this weekend's home opener. Here's what to know: It’s a new force in women’s sports. Carolina Ascent FC kicked off its inaugural season in August 2024, and their home opener marked the return of women's professional…
Best Pediatricians in Charlotte
Each year, our sister publication, Charlotte magazine, releases a list of the Castle Connolly Top Doctors in Charlotte, based on a peer survey conducted by Castle Connolly. Doctors are selected through a peer nomination process, and then evaluated by a physician-led research…
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CHECK OUT THE YIASOU THE GREEK FESTIVAL The Yiasou Greek Festival returns to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral September 5-7. Enjoy cultural exhibits, folk dancing, live music, and authentic Greek cuisine. The Kids Playland has rides, children’s activities, and…
Cosmetic Surgery For Moms: 5 Things to Consider Before You Go Under The Knife
For moms, cosmetic surgery comes with extra considerations
5 Things to Do Over Labor Day Weekend in Charlotte
Labor Day family fun around the QC
Charlotte's Fall Festivals and Fairs: 2025
Fall festivals feed your need for fried dough, live music and family fun.
Kids Consignment Sales in Charlotte This Fall
Find bargains this fall at one of these Charlotte-area consignment sales.
Where to Go Apple Picking Near Charlotte
These farms are within a two-hour drive
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CELEBRATE YOUR LITTLE READERS The Little Learners Literacy Fest, co-hosted by Arnie the Armadillo and Moving Little Minds, returns for its second year at Northeastern University Charlotte on Saturday, August 16. Enjoy free hearing screenings, interactive story times, expert-led workshops…
WEEKENDER: Hilton Head
For Charlotte families wanting a beach weekend that doesn’t involve airport security or hours of “are we there yet?,” Hilton Head is an ideal summer getaway. The 12-mile-long island is about 20 miles northeast of Savannah and inhabited by an…
Best Bets for Kids' Cooking Classes in Charlotte
Whip up some fun for aspiring chefs preschool aged through teens at these culinary hot spots.
Where to Find Shoes for Kids in Charlotte
Whether you're looking for sparkly for your little princess or snow boots, these stores have you covered.
THRIVE: Celebrating Neurodiversity and Individuality Through Travel
July is Disability Pride Month, which celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. It’s also a time to reframe the negative ways children with different abilities are often portrayed. While they do require extra support and assistance, the…
