Blowing Rock in the Fall
Take a trip to the High Country for scenic overlooks, outdoor adventures and award-winning barbecue
Outdoors
Exploring The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville
The North Carolina Arboretum, a 434-acre botanical garden, features 10 miles of hiking trails and a variety of garden settings.
Perked-Up Playdates: 6 Free Spots to Have a Mommy Meetup in Charlotte
Check out these free places to meet up with friends, big and little.
Family Vacation: Bicycling the Virginia Creeper Trail
Take a weekend to explore the Virginia Creeper Trail and surrounding areas. The trail can be ridden all in one day and is kid-friendly.
How to Enjoy Carowinds' Carolina Harbor Waterpark With a Baby
Tips to make a day at the waterpark fun with a baby or toddler in tow.
Hike, Paddle and Explore at National Trails Day Bash
Spend a day enjoying the great outdoors at the Carolina Thread Trail's National Trails Day community celebration.
Best Bets for Where to Play Mini-Golf in Charlotte
Where to go when they want to play "putt-putt."
8 Family-Friendly Hikes in North Carolina
From the mountains to the sea, these trails are perfect for the entire family.
Kids: Enter To Win a Spot in the Lineup at Knights Home Run Derby
Four winners will get the chance to shag outfield balls hit during the home run derby at BB&T Ballpark July 11.
5 Kid-Friendly Events Not to Miss During the 600 Festival
Stars, cars and guitars keep families busy throughout May.
5 Places to Picnic With the Family in Charlotte
Green grass and a lovely view are musts for these top spots.
10 Ways To Socialize Your Workout in Charlotte
Who says exercise has to be a solo adventure?
5 Best Food Truck Fests For Families In Charlotte
Sample local cuisine to your heart's content from these popular food truck rallies around town.
13 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in Charlotte
Remind your kids the importance of taking care of the world we live in at one of these fun events.
5 Fun Lake Norman Parks and Playgrounds for Kids
Whether you're looking for swimming, hiking, biking, or a spectacular playground, these places have you covered.
TreesCharlotte Helps Educate Kids On The Value of Trees
TreesCharlotte hosts a weeklong celebration of Arbor Day, March 12-19.
5 Baby-Friendly Breweries in Charlotte
Little ones are welcome at these family-friendly breweries in Charlotte.
Hideaway Woods: A Natural Playscape Blooms in Durham
Take your family to Hideaway Woods, a 2-acre, forested escape featuring eight interconnected treehouses at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham.
Reid Park's New Public Art Inspired by Community Roots
Reid Park Neighborhood Park has unveiled a new park design and pieces of public artwork.
Going ‘Over the Edge’ for Special Olympics North Carolina
Adventure seekers rappel the Hyatt House uptown Nov. 14 to raise money for Special Olympics NC.
Colorful Playground Just a Hop, Skip and a Jump Away
Two local parks are about to get a whole lot more colorful.
A Weekend Hike Up Mount LeConte
Plan your very own Mount LaConte getaway and mix in some fun by stopping in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg for a trip the entire family can enjoy.
Rock and Read 5K in Plaza Midwood
Lace up Sept. 19 for the Rock and Read 5K Walk/Run to support Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
Lend a Hand at Lake Wylie Clean-up
Join Surfrider Foundation of Charlotte to help clean up the shores of Lake Wylie, Sept. 19.
