Family Day Trips for Charlotteans to Cap Off the Summer
All are within two hours of the city
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Bike Benefits Bingo Kicks Off in Charlotte
Use pedal power to collect awesome prizes around Charlotte
Area Soccer Clubs Combine Into Charlotte Independence Soccer Club
Group is now one of largest in the U.S. of its kind
Kid-Friendly Music Festivals in the Carolinas
Regional music festivals offer fun for the whole family.
Charlotte Summer Outdoor Movies and Concerts
Grab your big blankets and comfortable lawn chairs for a night under the stars.
Best Bets for Spring Break Adventure in and around Charlotte
Spring break is the perfect time to explore all Charlotte has to offer.
Carowinds Launches Copperhead Strike
Hands in the air for this double-launch coaster that anchors the new themed area at Carowinds.
Easter Egg Hunts and Events
The Easter Bunny is hopping around to these local Easter egg hunts around town.
6 Pi Day Pizza Specials in Charlotte
Plus: one pie
5 Places to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Charlotte
Find your pot of gold at these festive events.
Vacation Accommodations: House or Hotel?
Hotels and short-term rentals each offer pros and cons for family getaways. A mom and grandmother who travel with kids share their insights.
Inside the Magic of Family Camps
Tune out the rest of the world and tune in to what really matters
3 Days at Carolina Beach
Plan an off-season visit to this iconic North Carolina town
What's Coming to Charlotte in 2019
Concerts and shows headed to the Queen City next year
How to Include Kids in Holiday Planning
Enhance your child's executive functioning skills with holiday preparations.
Movie Review: 'Ralph Breaks the Internet'
Ralph and Vanellope go online in search of a replacement part for a videogame. She thinks the internet is the perfect cure for boredom but Ralph can't wait to go home.
Retro Toys (and Their 2018 Counterparts)
A flashback to the 1980s, with 21st-century updates
Advice From a Fatherly Elf
The latest 'Daddy Derek' column
Santa’s Bag: A Holiday Shopping Tradition for Kids
Take your kids find the perfect gifts for their family and friends -- without emptying their piggy bank.
Tips on Capturing Family Milestones
Some advice in time for the holidays.
Don't Get Caught Without a Sitter this Holiday Season
Tips to make the hunt for child care when you need it just a little bit easier.
Make ‘The Nutcracker’ a Family Tradition in Charlotte
Tips for sharing a magical family experience
2018 Holiday Gift Guide
Favorite toys — tried and tested — for the kids on your gift-giving list
Make Your Own Cherry Scones
This holiday, introduce children to something a bit more unique than the standard cookie tray with this recipe from "The Ultimate Kids' Cookbook."
Set Behavior Expectations in Advance for Holidays
Bring out the best in your child during the holiday season with a few up-front guidelines.
