LEGO Stores often host events during which customers can put together a small project and take it home. It's absolutely free to participate. These … [Read more...] about LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Duck model for free and bring it home with you on June 11
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is hosting a Back to School Celebration on August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Truist Field, 324 S Mint Street, … [Read more...] about Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Back to School Celebration Aug. 1: Free haircuts, school supplies, lunch, more…
Queen City Robotics Alliance is hosting FREE Robot Block Parties. Experience hands-on robot fun, meet robotics competition teams, and explore STEM … [Read more...] about Robot Block Party at Southview Rec Center June 13
Wondering where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Charlotte, NC, in 2026? Here's the answer for you! Charlotte's biggest 4th of July celebrations will … [Read more...] about Big list of Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations, including SkyShow, with a map
Hot Wheels Legends Tour comes to Walmart, 2406 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a … [Read more...] about Hot Wheels Legends Tour in Monroe rescheduled to June 20
UPDATE: Our discount has increased from 15% to 20%, as of June 5! Don't forget to use promo code CLTC when you order. LuminoCity has brought its Dino … [Read more...] about LuminoCity’s Dino Safari Light Festival in Concord — save 20% now (ends June 14)
The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, North Carolina, is probably familiar to many kids, … [Read more...] about Schiele Museum: free admission June 9 after 4 p.m.
Cabarrus County Library is presenting fun, FREE shows for kids in the summer of 2026. The entertainment includes a dino show, science, magic, puppets, … [Read more...] about Free summer entertainment for kids at Cabarrus County Libraries
Cook Out Summer Shootout is back at Charlotte Motor Speedway this summer! This race series provides plenty of good family-friendly entertainment at … [Read more...] about Cook Out Summer Shootout
Pascuales' Farm, at 11237 Plaza Road Ext., Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Night Market on Thursdays, through June 25, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about Night Market at Pascuales’ Farm on Thursdays, including vendors, Latin dance class, more…
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