Charlotte's Fall Festivals and Fairs: 2022
Fall festivals feed your need for fried dough, live music and family fun.
Things to Do
Charlotte's Consignment Sales: Fall 2022
Find bargains this fall at one of these Charlotte-area consignment sales.
10 Must-Visit Ice Cream Spots in (or Near) Charlotte
On the search for cold, sweet goodness? Start here!
Where to Pick Blackberries and Blueberries Near Charlotte
Spend some sweet family time and bring home a colorful bounty.
WEEKENDER: Kingsmill Resort
Kingsmill Resort offers a relaxing getaway with a side of history
Where to Hike With Kids Within an Hour of Charlotte
Try one of these family hikes that make a great day trip from Charlotte.
25 Ideas to Kick off the Summer With Kids
Find fun, affordable kid-friendly activities to fill the month of June.
Where to Fish in Charlotte: 2022
Try to catch a big one at these local fishing spots in the Charlotte area.
9 Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Charlotte: 2022
Find Mother's Day events and things to do.
Charlotte-Area Spring Consignment Sales: 2022
Score some bargains at these Charlotte spring consignment sales.
Best Bets for Where to Pick Strawberries in Charlotte
Check out these pick-your-own farms that offer sweet strawberries and farm fun for the kids.
Where to Ski, Snowboard and Tube Near North Carolina
Warm up this winter on a family skiing, snowboarding or snowtubing trip just a short drive away.
Charlotte's Best Residential Holiday Light Displays
Put the kids in their pajamas, pop some popcorn and make hot chocolate to go for a magical Christmas ride.
Holiday Events Across Charlotte: 2021
Concerts, lights, gingerbread displays, and more
The 2021 Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade: By the Numbers
All of the details your family needs to plan for this year’s event
North Carolina By Train: A Guide for the Fall and Winter
Plus: The special seasonal events from each service
7 Haunted Houses & Trails Within an Hour of Charlotte
With distance and price for each entry
7 Kid-Friendly Breweries in Charlotte: An updated list
Charlotte-area breweries that offer kid-friendly amenities.
3 Drivable Vacations for Charlotteans With Fun Stops On the Way
Here’s an itinerary for each trip to Orlando, the Outer Banks, and Nashville
Summer Bowling Deals for Charlotte Kids
Our roundup includes free choices for local families
6 Vineyards Near Charlotte for a One-Day Vacay
In Partnership with Bambino Sitters Ready for some sweet alone time with your significant other or a kid-free moms' day out—but not ready for a cross-country trip to Napa Valley? The Charlotte area is home to many local wineries that…
How to Visit the Duke Lemur Center This Summer
Photo courtesy of Sebastian Klein / UnsplashLike Alex the Lion from Madagascar would exclaim, “Here come the people, Marty! Oh, I love the people! It’s fun-people-fun time!” We like to believe the lemurs at the Duke Lemur Center (DLC) in Durham are thinking the same thing. Gates have reopened after being closed for over a year due to Covid-19, and…
Land of Oz Announces Autumn at Oz Dates
The beloved theme park is opening again
Thomas the Tank Engine Coming to Tweetsie Railroad
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